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Smart flexible spaces, ESG, and implementing appropriate tech solutions

27 May 2022

What do we mean by a smart space? How can different forms of property technology be applied to produce productive, comfortable, and flexible spaces? How do you choose the right technology vendors to partner with? What is the pace of adoption in different markets across the world? How will ESG and the net-zero agenda affect the take-up of property technology? How will rental values be affected by the different quality of space available?

Zac Goodman speaks with Andrew Knight as they discuss how property technology in all its forms is creating smart spaces.

More information regarding the Tech Partner Programme and Switched on Space can be found at www.rics.org/techpartner.

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