Remit Newsletter 2 - Autumn 2003
Introduction
The summer holidays are fading into mere memories and the Property Computer Show is nearly upon us. It is time to review the year's progress and start thinking about next year's priorities.
The PCS should help this thought process and we will shortly be sending a separate note about our presence at the show.
In the meantime, our published articles this quarter look at the benefits of using information and technology more effectively.
Current Hot Topics
Wireless and mobile. Networks are in place, coffee shops have wireless internet connections and new laptops have all the kit to free you from the desk. Is this useful or just hype?
Our article in Property Systems Review describes how you can start to free yourself from the tyranny of paper.
Mobile working for the property industry
Alternatively, our opinion piece in the Estates Gazette discusses why early adoption of wireless will help you gain competitive advantage.
Electronic Documents via your Laptop
Corporate Mergers. The merger creating CB Richard Ellis has generated lots of discussion. What are the implications for staff using their various information systems? We discussed the key aspects to this in the Estates Gazette and a copy is at:
To Merge, or not to Merge
Knowledge Management. Are you overwhelmed by information? Is this the fault of the IT or the culture of your company? How do you begin to differentiate between knowledge and data? Find out more in our Estates Gazette article at:
The knowledge in our businesses is lost in information
If you are away from the web when you read this and would like us to send you a PDF format copy of these articles, please let us know by
using the contact form
stating the subject of interest and your name and company. Alternatively, or call me on 020 7969 2738.
Events and Sponsorships
PCS Partners and Directors Club.
Not only will this be an entertaining discussion on a topical issue, but this is also an excellent opportunity to network with leading property industry figures over a buffet lunch.
Remit are jointly sponsoring this event with The Estates Gazette. Peter Bill - Editor of the Estates Gazette, will chair the debate and panellists include:
Richard Tice - Joint CEO, Sunley HoldingsEntry is by invitation only. If you would like to attend, please let us know using the
Angus MacIntosh - Head of Research, King Sturge
Bryan Laxton - Managing Director, European Advisory Group, Cushman & Wakefield Healey & Baker
contact form or telephoning me on 020 7969 2738.
Freeman's Guide to the Property Industry.
Last month we trailed our essay in the introduction to the new Freeman's guide to service providers. The introduction concentrates on how leading companies have benefited from investment in new software. The Guide will be published at the end of September and more information can be found at www.efreeman.co.uk
