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A key takeaway from the recent economic and financial turmoil is that investments in real estate need to be backed by solid fundamentals.
Benefits of portfolio rationalisation in today's times
Sachin Gulaty
Dec 17 2009 [
2:04
]
With the growing availability of affordable but quality Grade A office space in Kowloon East, the occupation cost gap between Hong Kong and leading Pearl River Delta cities is closing.
Hong Kong - Growing Availability of Office Space in Kowloon East
Marcos Chan
Nov 17 2009 [
2:07
]
In today’s highly competitive corporate world, it is more important than ever to understand your real estate costs and ensure flexibility to adapt to a changing environment.
China - Diminishing Window of Opportunity
Graham Zink
Nov 01 2009 [
2:47
]
Over the next two years, the Shanghai market will have a strong supply of decentralised grade-A office space to meet the increasing tenant demand for lower cost options just a stone’s throw away from the CBD.
The Emergence of Shanghai’s Decentralised Office Market
Anthony Couse
Oct 29 2009 [
2:44
]
The Real Estate market in the NCR (National Capital Region) has witnessed dramatic changes both in terms of developer offerings and the tenant landscape.
India - Better occupancy terms for tenants across the NCR Real Estate market
Pankaj Renjhen
Oct 29 2009 [
3:23
]
A key element of asset management is making decisions now that will benefit the short-term cash flow and long-term value of an asset or portfolio.
Navigating the Japan real estate market
Midori Suzuki
Oct 29 2009 [
2:22
]
We know after times of uncertainty things will improve, but until then Jones Lang LaSalle has identified ten key strategies for managing your real estate assets.
Property and asset management strategies in turbulent times
Ian Bottrell
Oct 06 2009 [
2:50
]
China’s real estate investment market is currently shifting from overseas dominated to domestic players, largely SOEs.
The Rise of China’s Institutional Investors
David Hand
Oct 04 2009 [
4:58
]
In the past 12 months, we have seen an increase of office relocation projects to reduce occupancy costs.
Office relocation gets the green light
Jun Miyamoto
Sep 29 2009 [
2:18
]
A key element of asset management is making decisions now that will benefit the short-term cash flow and long-term value of an asset or portfolio.
Navigating the China real estate market
James Peterson
Sep 29 2009 [
2:25
]
Auctions give sellers of commercial real estate and financial notes a fast, transparent, and safe option despite the difficulty of the current market
Sellers should consider real estate auctions
Guy Ponticiello
Sep 18 2009 [
1:25
]
Financial instutions and special servicers can effectively cut exposure to troubled real estate assets through the use of auctions.
Auctions for notes and other financial instruments
Mike Mounts
Sep 17 2009 [
1:14
]
In industrial sector, we are seeing the domestics market playing more important role than ever before. While export demand decreases dramatically, the combined impact of government economic policy and infrastructure investment and flourishing retail market boost more domestic industrial activities.
China Domestic Logistics: Huge Potential in Cold Chain
Stuart Ross
Sep 16 2009 [
2:26
]
Auctions of even trophy assets may make sense in the current economic environment and can even generate premium pricing in some cases.
Auctions - not just for distressed assets anymore
Guy Ponticiello
Sep 15 2009 [
1:42
]
In the current market, tenants face a number of constraints as well as a rigorous decision making process. We asked Michael Greene to answer some questions from a tenant perspective and explain how, as a landlord, you can reduce your lease up time in the current market.
Reduce your lease-up time
Michael Greene
Sep 15 2009 [
3:59
]
The Mumbai real estate market has been traditionally dominated by financial services companies, being now faced with massive consolidation opportunities.
Mumbai real estate market - a changing landscape
Pawan Swamy
Sep 07 2009 [
2:04
]
In this podcast, Richard Fennell, Head of Asset Management Services, Asia Pacific provides a snapshot of operating conditions in Singapore.
Navigating the Singapore real estate market
Richard Fennell
Aug 11 2009 [
3:13
]
India has witnessed 4-5 years of real estate boom period, leading to a rise in Grade A commercial office space, from 4 million sqm to 18 million sqm.
Commercial real estate trends in India
Abhishek Gupta
Aug 04 2009 [
3:29
]
Many manufacturers owning and operating their facilities exploring various asset strategies as a way to free up cash and strengthen their balance sheet.
Manufacturers in China explore various asset strategies
Stuart Ross
Jul 29 2009 [
2:24
]
Shanghai’s prime retail sector is holding up well, compared to the dramatic rental drops witnessed in other commercial real estate sectors.
Shanghai retail property demand remains strong
Michael Klibaner
Jul 27 2009 [
1:54
]
When critical systems such as data centers and trading floors crash, companies can experience as much as USD 1 million in losses every minute.
Critical care for critical environments
Rob Timmermans
Jul 26 2009 [
3:11
]
Private/public partnerships for ports and airports are becoming more common. This presents new opportunities for investors.
Port and airport privatization grows in the U.S.
John Carver
Jul 21 2009 [
1:35
]
In the current downturn, landlords have a heightened focus on protecting the value of their assets through tenant retention strategies.
Refurbishing office assets in the down cycle
Cameron Kline
Jul 14 2009 [
1:57
]
In today’s economic climate, outsourcing facilities management (FM) services in the industrial sector is an emerging trend. In China, this trend is particularly prevalent.
Outsourcing facilities management (FM) services in the industrial sector
Cameron Scott
Jul 07 2009 [
2:50
]
In the Shanghai residential market, buying momentum remains strong. Luxury has joined the rally, with sales up dramatically in March, April, and May in many projects. Higher sales volumes are generating more optimism among developers, who are now looking to increase land banks. Regulatory outlook remains supportive.
Shanghai Residential market – both buyers and developers’ confidence back
Michael Klibaner
Jul 07 2009 [
2:18
]
The investment market in Japan has been mostly doom and gloom since the last quarter of 2008. The market has just begun to change with the rollover of the financial year in April.
Savvy optimists finding the silver lining in Japan real estate
Michael Bowles
Jun 28 2009 [
2:03
]
In view of the recent slowdown in the uptake of space, developers are offering "fit-outs" as a value add in order to take on capital costs. But are clients making the most of this opportunity?
Extracting real value out of developers
Gagan Singh
Jun 24 2009 [
2:07
]
With robust fundamentals and macro economic factors in place, India's real estate demand is going to resurface faster than the other economies of the world.
Indian Economy - Expecting a faster bounce back
Anuj Puri
Jun 16 2009 [
2:58
]
Australia’s head of leasing, Kevin George, answers two frequently asked questions “When will the market turn?” and “What should owners be doing?”
Australia Leasing Update: Preparing for a market turnaround
Kevin George
Jun 16 2009 [
1:41
]
Earl Webb - CEO Capital Markets, Americas and Steve Collins - Managing Director, International Capital Group (ICG), provide their insights and projections on the Australian investment market from a US perspective.
A US perspective on the Australian investment market
Earl Webb
Jun 16 2009 [
3:36
]
Increase productivity, efficiency and sustainability by locating multiple office spaces close to clients and employees.
Dramatic improvements with "drop-in centers"
Patricia Roberts
Jun 09 2009 [
1:51
]
After a successful pilot, there are a few tactics to keep in mind for a broader implementation.
New workplace strategy: Where do we go from here?
Tish Kruse
Jun 08 2009 [
2:04
]
Process improvement methodologies can help improve a retailer's top line.
Retailers improving revenue with Six Sigma
Lynne Smith
May 14 2009 [
1:30
]
Closing a plant is complicated and several questions should be addressed first.
What to consider when consolidating manufacturing
Paul Sablock
May 13 2009 [
1:48
]
International and individual domestic investors searching for yield in US property markets may prompt some renewal.
A catalyst for the return of capital markets
David Doupe
May 12 2009 [
1:58
]
Pricing drops of 20% to 30% due to lower material and labor costs have allowed construction teams to re-examine project scope.
Lower construction costs impact current projects
Peter Belisle
May 05 2009 [
1:23
]
A focus on sustainable practices can actually reduce costs through more efficient operation and government or utility incentives.
Sustainability can save money
Sarah Friedman
May 04 2009 [
1:20
]
In the industrial sector, we are seeing the domestic market playing a more important role than ever before.
Domestic demand drives investment in China Industrial
Stuart Ross
May 04 2009 [
2:37
]
An inexpensive approach to reducing costs and carbon footprint is to track utility useage at the building level.
Go green with better data
John Schinter
Apr 30 2009 [
2:08
]
Government and utility incentives can be obtained for green projects completed as long ago as 2005.
New incentives for old projects
Eric Stavriotis
Apr 30 2009 [
1:08
]
Some owners are starting to trade out of selected assets to take advantage of reduced pricing on core and core-plus assets.
Strategic non-distressed selling is picking up
Jim Koury
Apr 28 2009 [
1:35
]
Current assumptions about rental rates, debt underwriting, exit cap rates and investor's return requirements are pushing down values by as much as 50%.
How far have property values dropped?
Robert Hielscher
Apr 27 2009 [
2:14
]
Before renewing a lease, an operational planning process helps to integrate smart real estate strategies into operations.
Go beyond the lease renewal
Daoud Awad
Apr 14 2009 [
1:23
]
Total cost of ownership and expansion flexibility point most companies toward a leasing strategy.
Should companies buy or lease?
Torrey Littlejohn
Apr 15 2009 [
1:42
]
Two good ways for tenants to protect themselves from potential landlord default.
Protect your tenant allowances and concessions
Elizabeth Cooper
Apr 13 2009 [
1:35
]
Older properties should consider setting themselves apart from the competition with LEED EB.
LEED for existing buildings is the new differentiator
Anthony Warren
Apr 08 2009 [
1:38
]
Has Spring come early to Shanghai's high-end and luxury residential market? There may be fewer expats in Shanghai, and rents may be falling, but buying interest has returned. What is behind the rebound in transaction volumes?
Shanghai Residential: An Early Spring?
Michael Klibaner
Apr 08 2009 [
2:32
]
Increasingly tenant-favorable market conditions in Shanghai provide corporate occupiers with opportunities to re-assess and restructure their existing office rental leases and achieve immediate cost savings.
Restructuring Leases: Immediate savings opportunities
Ben Tindale
Apr 08 2009 [
1:54
]
The investment case for sustainability is still strong, despite the economic downturn. In fact, sustainability is representing a real opportunity to cut costs in the short-term while ensuring the long-term viability of real estate decisions.
The green phoenix: a flight to quality in challenging times
Anita Mitchell
Apr 07 2009 [
3:01
]
There are some signs that insurance companies, banks and other institutional lenders may begin to pick up the slack.
Lender interest in real estate is shifting
Michael Singh
Mar 30 2009 [
2:01
]
Lower rents will help small to mid-sized firms grow their business in the city.
Hidden opportunity for smaller companies in NYC
Peter Hennessy
Mar 31 2009 [
2:03
]
Retailers are facing significant challenges, but real estate actions taken today can help many survive the economic downturn.
Three smart moves for retailers
Lynne Smith
Mar 31 2009 [
1:34
]
The Tokyo Grade A office market, impacted by the global economic downturn, is currently experiencing rent contraction and rise in vacancy rates. It is not expected to turn around for at least another 18 months. What are the things that the occupiers should be aware of in this rapidly changing market?
Tokyo Office Market: Opportunity Knocks for Occupiers
Gus Hayward
Mar 29 2009 [
2:35
]
Significant federal dollars will be spent on real estate used by defense, transportation and other government services.
The other stimulus story: real estate
Joe Brennan
Mar 31 2009 [
1:36
]
Despite the ailing economy, non-profits are able to find attractive pricing, up to 100 percent financing and low tax-exempt bond rates.
Now's the time for non-profits to buy
John Gibb
Mar 30 2009 [
1:35
]
New rules under consideration by FASB will require on-balance sheet capitalization for all operating leases.
The end of leases as we know them
Mindy Berman
Mar 17 2009 [
1:26
]
With economic indicators in flux and uncertainty in the credit markets, what kinds of real estate projections and strategic planning can be done now?
What can we know in the current economy?
Ben Breslau
Mar 16 2009 [
2:08
]
Did you know that by 2020, China's Tier 1 cities will account for only 10% of the nation's commercial real estate activity?
China 40 - The Rising Urban Stars
KK Fung
Mar 16 2009 [
1:54
]
In times of change and uncertainty, investors may seek to enhance the value of existing assets through strategic and targeted investment rather than expand their investment holdings.
Office Asset Repositioning
Richard Fennell
Mar 11 2009 [
2:05
]
Tenants should make sure they guard against potential landlord default or cash shortages.
Protective measures for financial tough times
Jeff Staubach
Mar 10 2009 [
1:19
]
There is an opportunity for tenants to save money between build-out completion and the lease start-date.
Occupancy commencement vs. actual lease date
Scott Collier
Mar 09 2009 [
1:50
]
It's time to go beyond free rent incentives and offer tenants space improvements and flexible lease options.
Attracting tenants in tough markets
Shannon Brown
Mar 09 2009 [
1:22
]
The new federal plan directly effects commercial properties. Start assessing your portfolio now for sustainability.
Property sustainability key to economic stimulus
Dan Probst
Mar 04 2009 [
2:11
]
Local power costs, tax structures and operational efficiency should be considered in a location strategy.
Look beyond rent when locating data centers
Bo Bond
Mar 03 2009 [
1:44
]
Corporations are making outsourced data centers a significant part of their strategy.
New trend in outsourced data centers
Curt Holcomb
Mar 03 2009 [
2:21
]
Corporate real estate executives have a special opportunity in difficult times to improve space utilization as well as lease terms.
Downturn opportunities for corporate real estate
Richard McBlaine
Feb 23 2009 [
1:31
]
Despite the current dearth of transactions, an estimated $300 billion in maturing commercial mortgages will likely move the market significantly.
Maturing mortgages will drive market in 2009
Josh Gelormini
Feb 09 2009 [
1:37
]
Opportunities for real estate savings and/or expansion should be addressed quickly and strategically.
Corporate real estate strategies for the downturn
Duncan Gibbs
Jan 26 2009 [
1:29
]
Looking ahead into 2009, Beijing’s commercial property markets will continue to face many of the challenges that confronted the market in the latter part of 2008.
Beijing - A Challenging Real Estate Market in 2009
Julien Zhang
Jan 19 2009 [
2:17
]
Optimizing your logisitics and supply chain strategy can lead to major cost savings and big strides in sustainability.
Driving value through the supply chain
Rich Thompson
Jan 14 2009 [
1:58
]
With many institutional investors shifting their focus to primary markets, now is a good time to consider value-added buys of core assets in secondary and tertiary markets.
Potential opportunities in secondary markets
Ralph Smalley
Jan 12 2009 [
1:15
]
Communities without buy-in requirements have real attraction for seniors facing fast-diminishing values of their existing homes.
Relieving the tension around seniors housing
Michael Berne
Jan 07 2009 [
2:19
]
With cost reduction imperatives putting pressure on enterprises, CRE teams can deliver big savings by challenging what's always been protected.
Tipping sacred cows: the new CRE opportunity
Ed Noha
Jan 05 2009 [
1:56
]
Real estate brokers can be used more stategically to help change a company's culture and image through the strategic design and use of space.
Brokers are more than dealmakers
John Fetz
Jan 06 2009 [
1:26
]
With the financial industry in contraction, service companies can take advantage of added space and more reasonable rental rates.
Opportunities for service companies in NYC
Peter Riguardi
Dec 17 2008 [
1:44
]
Corporate real estate teams can create a strategic context for decision-making, even when many of the facts are unknown.
Scenario planning for uncertain times
Richard McBlaine
Dec 15 2008 [
1:29
]
Now is a good time to monetize underutilized assets in your portfolio. And in the current capital environment, smaller assets are still trading.
Underutilized assets can still be monetized
John Vick
Dec 16 2008 [
1:54
]
China’s commercial real estate market has been through four stages of growth over the last 15 years, from tentative beginnings in the 80’s, through experimental in the 90’s and into a dynamic period earlier this decade leading into the current internationalization phase. By 2020 the markets will have reached a new level of maturity in process- but what will they look like, which cities will be leading and what trends will they be anticipating?
China 2020: The Real Estate Landscape
Rosemary Feenan
Dec 16 2008 [
1:34
]
Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels, in collaboration with Baker & McKenzie, reviewed 139 hotel management contracts during 2008 all of which were executed since our last review in 2005.
Hotel Management Contracts: Latest trends
David Gibson
Dec 10 2008 [
2:59
]
Negotiating the economic and non-economic points of a lease can lead to much greater savings over the long term.
Maximizing flexibility through lease terms
Tal Isbell
Dec 10 2008 [
1:15
]
Every time you use telephone, video and web conferences instead of traveling to meetings, you'll save money and contribute to sustainability.
Embracing the conference call
Patricia Roberts
Dec 09 2008 [
1:15
]
With the economic downturn, retail needs to look hard at property performance, relocation options and where to eliminate waste in their operations.
Retail shifts from growth to value
Steve Jones
Dec 08 2008 [
1:14
]
Using tri-party relational contracts, signed by architect, owner and contractor, can change traditional behavior and lead to more predictable results in terms of budget, timing, quality and safety.
Gaining more predictable results for complex projects
Chip Cogswell
Dec 08 2008 [
1:48
]
Consider a pre-paid ground lease as one potential bridge between the needs of public and private entities.
Public-private partnerships: What do both parties need?
Robert Russell
Dec 03 2008 [
1:54
]
In the downturn, corporate users of real estate may have an opportunity to explore opportunities for relocation or renegotiation of leases.
It's a good time to explore leasing options
Eric Vayle
Dec 02 2008 [
1:57
]
In the current capital-constrained environment, sustainable real estate practices can still make economic sense.
Does sustainability make sense in these times?
Ethan Milley
Dec 03 2008 [
1:25
]
Even though real estate represents as much as 65 percent of a typical healthcare organization's balance sheet, it may make sense to outsource its management.
Is real estate a core competency for healthcare?
Don Hamilton
Dec 01 2008 [
1:34
]
Sustainability is a critical issue for real estate today. The challenge? To make targeted investment decisions that demonstrate bottom-line impact. Those who can measure their performance will be best placed to create real value from their investment in sustainability.
Turning Green into Gold: Measuring the ROI of Sustainability
Chris Wallbank
Nov 27 2008 [
1:58
]
Because of a downturn in demand, prices for commodities such as oil, steel and copper are dropping. New construction may benefit.
The timing may be right for new construction
Kevin McDowell
Nov 19 2008 [
1:22
]
In times of fluctuating market demand, a third-party logistics provider may save money and improve control of operations.
Does it make sense to outsource distribution?
Ben Stapleton
Nov 18 2008 [
1:38
]
The best risk management programs allow companies to anticipate risks inside operations.
Risk management is more than a contingency plan
Gassia Salibian
Nov 17 2008 [
1:40
]
Corporate real estate executives should start with a broader business strategy supported by real estate solutions.
CREs should stop leading with real estate strategies
Sally Fisher
Nov 12 2008 [
1:37
]
Government agencies are starting to use structures such as enhanced-use leasing to get the most out of their commercial assets.
Creative leasing for government-owned assets
Kim Burke
Nov 11 2008 [
1:36
]
Originally just a user-driven phenomenon with West Coast companies expanding into Boston, LEED-certified spec office is now being homegrown.
Interest in green spec. office is growing in Boston
Alexander Dauria
Nov 10 2008 [
2:11
]
When looking to consolidate properties as the result of M&A activity, corporations should consider bundling projects as they tackle dispositions or rebranding.
Take advantage of scale when consolidating a portfolio
Judy Caruthers
Nov 05 2008 [
1:38
]
A Silicon Valley firm started a blog to help make a significant change management effort successful.
How blogs can boost workplace programs
Patricia Roberts
Nov 04 2008 [
1:14
]
Rental rates for sustainable industrial properties trend 1 to 3 percent higher, but lower operating and energy costs more than compensate.
Do "green" industrial properties make financial sense?
Chris Brandt
Nov 03 2008 [
1:51
]
Leading indicators point to a significant decrease in real estate capital spending, but companies need to make sure they make the right cuts.
How best to curtail capital spending?
Peter Shannon
Oct 29 2008 [
1:48
]
Clean-tech investment -- expected to exceed record 2008 levels -- is a cause for optimism.
What will help Silicon Valley weather the financial crisis?
Chris Crow
Oct 28 2008 [
1:46
]
Is work a place we go or something we do? Employees are using technology to work beyond the office walls, so what space do they really need?
Are assigned work spaces even necessary?
Mark Grieco
Oct 27 2008 [
1:42
]
With continued improvements in downtown areas and growing demand for mixed use, there are good long-term opportunities to develop in urban markets.
Urban development with a longer view
Dan St Clair
Oct 21 2008 [
2:14
]
A total network strategy approach to managing a supply chain's real estate can save far more than shaving a little off a rental rate.
Network strategy for supply chain savings
Kristian Bjorson
Oct 20 2008 [
1:48
]
As hospital systems consolodate, unknown real estate assets in their portfolios present new risks and opportunities.
Hospital systems discovering unknown assets
Don Hamilton
Oct 14 2008 [
1:48
]
The benefits of "On-shore" location strategies may outweigh the reduced labor costs of "off-shore" strategies.
"On-shore" vs. "off-shore" location strategies
Eric Stavriotis
Oct 14 2008 [
1:40
]
With a large supply coming on stream in the Shanghai office market, the Pudong rental is seeing a drop of 7%. But this is not signs of a crash due to the global economic fallout, but a correction.
Pudong rent down 7%: a correction not a crash
Anthony Couse
Oct 09 2008 [
1:58
]
With new activity in the South Loop of Chicago, South LaSalle Street is becoming revitalized.
Chicago office: South LaSalle Street is coming back!
Jeff Liljeberg
Oct 07 2008 [
1:40
]
When making a site selection in a developing country, the availability of labor and the required skills should be considered.
Site selection: is the right labor force in place?
Bill Lutrell
Oct 06 2008 [
1:54
]
Amid global turmoil business focus on Asia and particularly key centres such as Hong Kong supports continued growth in rent and the prospect of short to medium term market stability.
Asia business focus driving demand in Hong Kong
Gavin Morgan
Oct 02 2008 [
2:24
]
Jones Lang LaSalle's 2008 Transparency Index shows strong improvements in Romania, Eastern Europe and Dubai.
Transparency on the rise in Eastern Europe and Dubai
Ben Breslau
Sep 30 2008 [
1:52
]
By bringing owners, architects, construction and leasing people together at the beginning, projects are more likely to deliver positive results.
Cross-functional planning pays dividends
Dana Griffin
Sep 29 2008 [
1:43
]
Investors are focused on Boston thanks to a wide range of factors - including an abundance of new green space.
A new green in Boston
Michael Smith
Sep 24 2008 [
1:55
]
Investors from Europe, the Middle East and Asia are focused on U.S. property markets where solid opportunities can be found.
Despite uncertainty, a good time to be in the market
Martin Kamm
Sep 22 2008 [
1:50
]
A potential strategy for financing an office asset in the current environment involves using other assets in your portfolio to help provide the needed funding.
Finding debt for office despite capital constraints
David Hendrickson
Sep 22 2008 [
1:40
]
In today's capital-constrained environment, owners trying to sell large portfolios should consider breaking them up before going to market.
Break up large portfolios to reduce transaction risk
Corey Lewis
Sep 17 2008 [
1:15
]
After a presidential election, leasing absorption generally ticks up. Depending on who wins, there are a few regions in particular around Washington, DC to consider.
Watch for post-election leasing returns in Washington, DC
John Kevill
Sep 17 2008 [
1:29
]
Large Corporate Occupiers are still growing their domestic presence in China and have yet to be significantly affected by the global slowdown. Recent changes in the market may represent a decline in rental growth in the primary cities.
Is the global slowdown affecting MNCs’ growth in China?
Ben Tindale
Aug 22 2008 [
2:00
]
Assets served by industrial rail lines, even if they are dormant, present a strong potential opportunity for investors.
Opportunity in freight train lines
Scott Jamieson
Sep 11 2008 [
1:59
]
When conducting a sale-leaseback transaction, how you recognize the gain and the length of the lease term can have a significant impact on your bottom line.
Optimize your gain on sale-leasebacks
Bruce Westwood-Booth
Sep 08 2008 [
1:14
]
For corporations with strong fundamentals that have previously used the sale and leaseback of their buildings as a financing vehicle, the repurchase of a building may be an effective strategy.
Expansion options for corporate tenants
Suzanne Martinez
Sep 05 2008 [
1:19
]
A prudent approach to leasing that focuses on overall business, occupancy and operations strategies can end up saving money - even if the per-square-foot costs are higher.
Below market lease rates can cost you a fortune
Tamie Thompson
Sep 02 2008 [
1:37
]
In a recent survey, it was revealed that a majority of corporate real estate leaders are not participating in setting overall corporate strategy. It's time to address this "value gap," and for real estate to take a more proactive role.
Addressing the corporate real estate "value gap"
Sally Fisher
Aug 28 2008 [
1:36
]
A majority of corporate tenants are asking prospective landlords in RFPs how they plan to address sustainability. LEED EB can be an ideal way to answer that question and effectively "take it off the table" as a competitive issue.
Sustainability: What are you doing about it?
Steve Zsigray
Sep 03 2008 [
1:15
]
In 2007 and early 2008, China began implementing several transformational policy initiatives aimed at improving the quality of its economic structure.
China's 'killer apps': drivers of China's continued competitiveness
Michael Klibaner
Aug 13 2008 [
2:29
]
Both the younger generation of workers and aging baby boomers are deciding where they live before deciding where they work. That presents strategic challenges for coporate real estate that can be addressed with location strategies and flexible work space arrangements.
The demographic "perfect storm" and location strategy
Jessica Hayden
Aug 22 2008 [
1:48
]
Mainstream thinking in real estate recognizes the importance of sustainable practices - but how should a portfolio owner get started? Mr. Schinter outlines how assessing your current sustainability can help you prioritize and make the decisions that make sustainable projects strategic.
Strategic sustainability starts with smart baselining
John Schinter
Aug 21 2008 [
1:40
]
Tenants aren't yet requiring LEED certification, but they are asking what landlords are doing about sustainability and energy consumption. According to a recent survey, a majority of corporate tenants are willing to pay a premium for green office space.
Are Chicago tenants willing to pay more for green?
Steve Smith
Aug 27 2008 [
1:43
]
By installing a new skin on an existing building, it is possible to update a property without losing tenancy.
Changing a building's skin - with tenants in place
David Dempsey
Aug 25 2008 [
1:42
]
In a difficult debt market, one strategy may be to focus on selling assets with assumable debt. There are buyers, but with difficulty obtaining debt, this could make your assets more attractive to prospects.
Consider selling assets with assumable debt
Bruce Miller
Aug 14 2008 [
1:54
]
All markets are not created equal. Midtown Manhattan has experienced a 25% increase in vacancies over the last year - while Chicago has only experienced a 2% increase. Tenants still have to think ahead and carefully about their leasing strategies for Chicago.
Chicago office: vacancies increasing slowly
Steve Steinmeyer
Aug 19 2008 [
1:57
]
A lack of seller's imperative and a gap between buyers' and sellers' expectations continue to define transactions in the current market. Whether you are buying or selling, make sure you understand what the seller's imperative is.
Is there a seller's imperative? It's time to find out.
Earl Webb
Jul 23 2008 [
1:21
]
Most assume the place to look for cost savings is in reduction of square footage used - but there is also significant savings to be found in a systematic location strategy.
Looking for cost savings? Think location strategy.
Tom Bomba
Jul 14 2008 [
2:01
]
With over 80 million baby boomers reaching retirement age in the years to come, both the amount of seniors housing needed, and the type of facilities require will change dramatically.
Demographics driving opportunities in senior housing
Michael Berne
Jul 22 2008 [
1:36
]
By paying attention to sustainability in your workplace, you may also be driving employee productivity and helping out with recruiting of new employees. Lance goes over a couple of simple changes that can make a big difference on productivity.
Sustainable offices can drive productivity
Lance Ruiz Carlile
Aug 12 2008 [
1:54
]
In times of difficult capital markets, working with institutional equity partners posessing strong relationships with lenders can be essential to getting deals done.
Find equity partners that bring more than money
Jere Lucey
Jul 15 2008 [
1:41
]
When managing the real estate of a mid-sized to large corporation, it makes sense to have a single point of contact to manage everything from facilities management to leasing.
Managing corporate real estate with a single contact
J.C. Pelusi
Jul 16 2008 [
1:29
]
This year's capital markets are not just affecting investments sales - leasing is changing as well. Renewals are up as tenants are making less risky, less capital intensive decisions - and landlords are adjusting their strategies accordingly.
The impact of capital markets on leasing
Peter Riguardi
Jul 10 2008 [
1:14
]
With collaborative work doubling in recent years, the location, size and total number of meeting spaces should be considered when planning office space.
Are your offices designed for collaborative work?
Tish Kruse
Jul 09 2008 [
1:50
]
Scenario Planning is becoming essential for corporate real estate executives as change in the work environment accelerates and the approach to corporate space becomes more essential to a company's overall success.
Scenario planning for the future of corporate real estate
Debra Moritz
Jul 01 2008 [
1:32
]
Corporate real estate executives are facing quite a bit of change - and since the QUALITY of the plan multiplied by the ACCEPTANCE of the plan equals the EXECUTION of the change, Tom McCarty has three ideas for how to improve the acceptance of change.
Q X A = E: Three ideas to help lead change
Tom McCarty
Jul 02 2008 [
1:42
]
Often overlooked, the agreed-to pass-through of expenses to sub-tenants can have a profound impact on corporate tenant's bottom line.
Audit sub-tenant leases for significant savings
Jim Colaianni
Jun 24 2008 [
1:35
]
More than a typical reporting chore, sustainability reporting allows you to gain buy in for your sustainability efforts and to demonstrate all the good work you have already done as a real estate leader.
Demonstrate leadership with sustainability reporting
Michael Jordan
Jun 23 2008 [
1:36
]
By assembling cross-functional "blitz teams" accross an organization, it is possible to brainstorm around an initiate implementation of significant cost savings before the end of this year.
"Blitz Teams" can still deliver cost reductions in '08
Thomas McCarty
Jun 16 2008 [
1:22
]
Simple desktop audits of leases on an annual basis are a good discipline for tenants and landlords in order to ensure that payments and expenses continue to be in-line with negotiated lease agreements.
Perhaps you should consider annual lease audits?
Jim Bell
Jun 16 2008 [
1:33
]
Benchmarking needs to go beyond a ranking exercies. By digging into benchmarking data to find out what is driving your real estate's performance vs. the competitors, it is possible to find insights to improve performance.
Dig deeper for value in benchmarking
Ed Noha
May 28 2008 [
2:20
]
Houston's market traditionally goes through a cycle of overbuilding followed by slow absorption. Multiple factors in today's market are contributing to more efficient absorption of new space in the pipeline.
Houston office: able to absorb new construction
Julia Mooradian
May 12 2008 [
1:33
]
A quick view of what is happening at the upper end of the Washington DC office market.
Washington DC: what's happening in class "A" office?
David Bevirt
Jun 03 2008 [
1:49
]
When doing analysis of labor market capacity, many overlook that there are different kinds of call centers and different kinds of labor required. In many cases a "saturated" call center market has more capacity than is commonly assumed.
Locating call centers: how much is too much?
Sam Weatherby
Jun 02 2008 [
1:10
]
If your chilled water costs for AC are not fluxuating with energy costs, perhaps the calculations should be re-examined by a third party engineer. Many charges are estimated or based on out-of-date formulas.
Chilled water costs: a need for more science and less art
Dan Egger
May 19 2008 [
1:14
]
Many healthcare organizations are challenged with un-used or underutilized capacity in their hospitals. Creative solutions can unearth new sources of cashflow - sometimes from unlikely sources.
Healthcare: opportunities in un-used beds
Poe Corn
May 14 2008 [
1:22
]
General Counsel, Chief Ethics Officer
Enhance ethics with open offices
Mark Ohringer
May 01 2008 [
1:20
]
Managing Director, Capital Markets
Washington DC: trophies a good buy
John Kevill
May 01 2008 [
1:30
]
Managing Director, Mid Atlantic Region
Washington DC: market forces at work
David McGarry
Apr 14 2008 [
1:36
]
Senior Vice President, Mission Critical Solutions Group
Considering data center power needs
Curt Holcomb
Mar 20 2008 [
1:30
]
Vice President, Leasing Director
Texas: making sense of new state taxes
Louis Rosenthal
Mar 12 2008 [
1:30
]
Managing Director, Capital Markets
Three strategies for capital deployment in '08
John Alvarado
Feb 28 2008 [
2:14
]
Managing Director, New York/Tri-State Area
Can sustainability translate to a price premium?
Michael Shenot
Apr 24 2008 [
1:10
]
By examining and creating better lease clauses regarding sublet, termination and renewals, it should be possible for tenants to better prepare for future changes in their business.
Can real estate be used to mitigate business risk?
Bruce Rutherford
May 27 2008 [
1:39
]
Senior Project Manager
Going green with free help from local utilities
Alex Holton
Apr 11 2008 [
1:51
]
President, New York/Tri-State Area
New York commercial office: how strong is it?
Peter Riguardi
Feb 20 2008 [
1:22
]
Senior Vice President, Strategic Consulting
Workplace strategy: driving sustainability?
Patricia Roberts
Feb 13 2008 [
1:36
]
Managing Director, Dallas and Ft. Worth
Should you benchmark your leases?
Frank Ricca
Feb 17 2008 [
1:09
]
Chairman, Global Sustainability Board
Corporate sustainability: it starts with real estate
Dan Probst
Feb 06 2008 [
2:04
]
Director, Energy and Sustainability Services
What is a carbon footprint?
Gary Graham
Feb 05 2008 [
1:55
]
Senior Vice President, Strategic Consulting Group
Industrial: sustainability from garbage?
Michael Jordan
Feb 03 2008 [
1:53
]
CEO, Public Institutions
Election year opportunities in real estate
Herman Bulls
Jan 22 2008 [
1:50
]
Managing Director, Capital Markets
Debt today: prepare for syndication
David Christensen
Feb 19 2008 [
1:40
]
Director of Research, Americas
Sustainability: becoming a mandate?
Benjamin Breslau
Jan 25 2008 [
1:30
]
General Manager, Central/Southeast US
Atlanta: what's happening downtown?
Rob Metcalf
Jan 15 2008 [
2:14
]
Executive Vice President, Central and Southeast US
Atlanta: redefining class A office?
Linda Bolan
Jan 28 2008 [
1:14
]
Vice President, Strategic Consulting
International investors using incentives
Eric Stavriotis
Jan 04 2008 [
1:53
]
President, Project and Development Services
LEED building practices: worth another look
Peter Belisle
Jan 08 2008 [
2:04
]
Senior Vice President, Industrial Services
Can shipping volume predict industrial absorption?
Sam Foster
Jan 02 2008 [
1:58
]
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