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Secured Technologies: Security of your property or needing a trusted partner to help you build a state of the art Access Control Solution.

Secured Technologies: Security of your property or needing a trusted partner to help you build a state of the art Access Control Solution.

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Secured Technologies Inc.

305-893-1269

Whether you are adding some final touches to the security of your property or needing a trusted partner to help you build a state of the art Access Control solution, CCTV and fire or intruder alarm system, Secured Technologies has a wide range of options to help you.

Covering a range of security services, from small restoration and maintenance jobs to providing full blown biometric no-touch access control complete with Facial Recognition and world class CCTV, Secured Technologies is your partner in securing your building.

We offer state-of-the-art access control systems, alarm systems, intruder detection systems, CCTV, IT, integration, installation, support and maintenance services. We are a licensed and insured security service provider in the state of Florida.

Our Company’s in-house design specialist incorporates modern

High-Rise Design Technologies for Condominium, Hotel, Apartments,

Hospitals and Corporate Office towers. Secured Technologies is

responsible for some of the most secured Condominium Towers

throughout South Florida.

 

Secured Technologies Inc.

Ross Logan

Director of Operations

305-893-1269

687 NE 124th Street, North Miami, FL 33161

http://www.secured-technologies.com

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All In One System – manage so many devices on you properties. you control access for owners and guests at your fingertips!

All In One System – manage so many devices on you properties. you control access for owners and guests at your fingertips!

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Smart Entry Systems

(626) 213-7557

All In One System – manage so many devices on you properties. you control access for owners and guests at your fingertips!

  • Simple Installation, Wirelessly connects to the Internet using plain WiFi without the need to pay for land lines, POTS, VOIP, SIP, nor LTE.
  • Surveillance Camera Integration, Pull images from other camera(s) mounted near by the entrance for a multi-directional view of the access  w/ event in the entry log.
  • Create temporary guest codes for pre-authorized visitors using the phone app.
  • Conveniently manage your property with a browser from anywhere with Internet access.
  • Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7. Mix and match from 9, 6, or 4 door models to suit your community.
  • Eliminate coins from communal washers, dryers, electric car charging stations, short term rentals of conference and party room

Sales Manager: Wanchai Siriwalothakul

Phone: 626-213-7557
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Resident Experience Management platform can help you deliver superior resident experiences and help you exceed resident expectations.

Resident Experience Management platform can help you deliver superior resident experiences and help you exceed resident expectations.

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An effective portal solution for managing electronic communications with features that increases the resident experience. In this article, we look at how our Resident Experience Management platform can help you deliver superior resident experiences and help you exceed resident expectations.

By Concierge Plus

Due to pandemic restrictions, many management offices were inaccessible to residents. This caused a greater reliance on telephone and e-mail communication. For many residents, failure of management to respond to their queries in a proper way created distrust and a perception that the management company is incompetent. The root cause to this problem is the lack of an effective portal solution for managing electronic communications with features that increases the resident experience. In this article, we look at how our Resident Experience Management platform can help you deliver superior resident experiences and help you exceed resident expectations.

Efficient maintenance request process

The main responsibility of any management company is to ensure that community associations are well maintained. Residents should be able to report maintenance requests as soon as possible from wherever they are. While calls and text messages can get your attention, residents might not be able to explain the situation entirely. However, via Concierge Plus’ Service Request feature, they can give details of their concern and even upload pictures or videos to aid their explanation.
Requests are always tracked by unit, so you’ll always be able to access a history of what happened. And full reporting features mean you can very quickly generate all the information you need to update your board or your residents.

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Transparency in association governance

Since the tragic Surfside condo collapse in Miami, residents are asking for more transparency from their elected board members. Transparency is characterized by visibility or accessibility of information concerning association practices.
Board members can use Concierge Plus as a platform for keeping residents in the loop with regards to anything related to building maintenance. Since the tragic Surfside condo collapse, we’ve been told that residents are particularly asking for their board’s plan on risk mitigation.
Board members can share documents such as a Reserve Study with unit owners using our File Sharing feature. This is a password-protected repository for important documents and is a great place to store articles of incorporation, meeting minutes, rules and regulations.

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Virtual owner meetings and AGMs

As the pandemic eases and we resume in-person gatherings, hybrid meetings are slowly becoming a permanent part of how community associations function.
Board members can easily add HD web conferencing, automate attendance, enable eligible owners to vote online, and more through our all-in-one virtual meeting platform integration with GetQuorum.
Advanced and real-time electronic voting allows owners to vote securely on important meeting matters before or during the meeting using GetQuorum’s dynamic online platform.
Electronic voting offers substantial cost savings, improved efficiency and significantly reduces errors associated with traditional paper-based voting.

Efficient package management

Community managers, security guards and concierges everywhere are fighting a losing battle trying to keep up with the unrelenting wave of incoming parcels during the holiday season. When staff members spend more time accepting, storing and retrieving parcels, they can’t focus on their security duties.
With Concierge Plus’ Notification feature, you can avoid ending up with front desk congestion and angry residents. Use Concierge Plus to manage package deliveries with automated emails and an easy tracking process. Residents can select to be notified by text message (SMS) or by an automated phone call, which is perfect for urgent and timely notifications.
With our barcode scanner your team can quickly scan every package that arrives, and when residents come to pick-up their packages, they simply sign on a digital signature pad to confirm their identity permanently and securely.
Last but not least, we also offer beautifully designed, 40″ digital lobby display screens which you can use to alert residents that items are available for pick-up.

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Secure resident and visitor parking

For most residents, the safety factors associated with condo living are a huge consideration in choosing life in a community association.
Concierge Plus can help you manage who is coming in and out, where they are parking, and if they have permission to enter the building. Our integrated hardware offerings alleviate confusion with parking pass printers that clearly denote who is parking where.
The printer connects easily to your computer and facilitates tracking of visitor vehicle details such as license plate number, make, and color. A parking pass receipt will print automatically for visitors to display on their dashboards.

 

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RSVP for Free Hot Breakfast and Seminar

RSVP for Free Hot Breakfast and Seminar

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The West Palm Breakfast Group
Wed., June 15, 2022 | 7:30am | PBI Airport Hilton
Peter C. Mollengarden, Esq., from KBR, with also be there.
Not close to Palm Beach Airport, or know of someone who will benefit from this seminar?
Please feel free to share this email!
“Protecting Your Community with Security Technology”
Course #: 9631505 | Provider #: 0008280 | 1 CE credit in OPP for CAMS
Courses presented by: Tatiana Yaques of CCTV
and
“40-Year Recertification Inspections & Process”
Course #: 9629296 | Provider #: 0006881 | 1 CE credit as Elective for CAMS
Courses presented by: David Riddle, PE, MBA | The Falcon Group
There will be a delicious, free hot breakfast and door prizes!
Airport (PBI) HILTON: 150 Australian Ave | West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Run a better building. helping property managers provide a superior experience to residents. / BuildingLink

Run a better building. helping property managers provide a superior experience to residents. / BuildingLink

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Run your building better. Are you using buildinglink?

Have it all or choose the features that suit your building.

Package Tracking

Package Tracking

Key Tracking

Maintenance & Work Orders

Visitor Permissions

Resident Profiles

Document Library

Amenity Reservations

Parking & Vehicle Management

Asset & Inventory Tracking

Automatic Notifications

Management Analytics

Resident Portal & App

3rd-Party Software Integration

Employee Attendance

Specialized Hardware

Let’s talk

BuildingLink can help you save time, run better, and keep residents happy and safe.

Let us show you how. Ask for Richard Worth SFPMA’s Contact.

Keep everyone engaged and informed.

A branded web portal and mobile app make it easy for residents to:

  • Request maintenance
  • Book amenities
  • Track packages
  • List Guests
  • Interact with neighbors
  • Access benefits from local vendors

The system automatically notifies residents, board members, and staff, based on their role and notification preferences. In case of an emergency, management has the power to broadcast announcements using voice, text, and email.

Read more about our resident experience and messaging tools.

Keep track of packages, valuables, and guests.

Maintain a detailed record of anyone and anything that passes through your building. Let residents register guests, set special permissions, and receive real time updates on pickups and deliveries.

BuildingLink’s hardware integrations allow you to scan incoming packages and collect signatures, and the patented KeyLink system lets you share apartment keys with safety and ease.

Read more about our hardware integrationspackage module, and KeyLink by BuildingLink.

Streamline maintenance and operations.

BuildingLink works like magic to save your employees time, delight your residents, and give you the insights on your building that you need to tackle issues and avoid costly mistakes. Our central dashboard lets you track, search, and monitor everything that matters:

  • Service tickets
  • Inventory levels
  • Employee performance
  • Legal documents
  • The latest shift
  • Your resident’s preferences and requests.
  • And even more management tools!

Read more about management tools.

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Is there a contactless authentication solution? by iDentyTech Solutions America

Is there a contactless authentication solution? by iDentyTech Solutions America

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Is there a contactless authentication solution?

by iDentyTech Solutions America

 

A lot of people don’t like to touch things or put their fingers or hands where other people have been. These reasons could be personal, such as the dislike of germs, or even religion. There are industries that require a sterilized work environment, and again touching a keypad or putting your eye in an iris reader it’s not convenient. But what if you could present your hand to a sensor and without touching it, your biometric palm vein map could be read?

This is a biometric technology that authenticates you on the basis of vein pattern recognition, rather than iris scans or fingerprint. The world’s first “contactless vein authentication” technology offers even more security and ease of use and overcomes previous problems related to security concerns.

The PalmSecure sensor is a biometric authentication device that provides the highest level of security using palm vein authentication technology. This technology is now able to be used in a wide range of situations thanks to reductions in size, reductions in cost, and simplification of development.

PalmSecure emits near-infrared rays that are absorbed by deoxidized hemoglobin present in blood flowing through a user’s palm veins. This causes an image of the palm to be captured as a vein pattern, which is then verified against the user’s pre-registered pattern to grant (or deny) access to a physical location or computer network.

Advantages

> Contactless
Because of its contactless feature, it is very hygienic and stress-free for even public use.

> High security & applicability rate
Difficult to forgery the palm vein data because it is inside the body. Almost everyone can use it. The only system on the market that gives 100% the ability to enroll and authenticate any person.

>Easy to use
Just hold your palm over the device, it captures your vein pattern instantly and will operate with all genders and ages.

>Authentication accuracy
The palm vein authentication realizes advanced authentication accuracy because the palm vein pattern has many and large sizes of blood vessels. False Rejection Rate: 0.01% and False Acceptance Rate: 0.00008%

>Advanced algorithm
The algorithm creates several tens of thousands of Minutia points, encrypting each image before converting it into a template allowing for unique encryption keys for specific solutions.

 

Ready to see how this technology can work for you, and your communities?

Contact me today!

Rodrigo Perez
(305) 505-7132
Rodrigo@identytech.com

Find us on the Members Directory on SFPMA

 

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With all the news about the Smash and Grab crimes in the news, We felt compelled to let you know the members in our Security and Surveillance helping Condo and HOA’s with Protection Services.

With all the news about the Smash and Grab crimes in the news, We felt compelled to let you know the members in our Security and Surveillance helping Condo and HOA’s with Protection Services.

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First of all it is the Safety of each and every Owner in our buildings that concerns us.  Now days this should be the first thought for all Board Members.

Next should be How and Where you can find the best companies for this decision for protection of the property.

 

SFPMA provides a Directory of the Top Professionals for Condo and HOA’s in Florida. 

This open Directory is avail for all to view, in budget season you should be looking for the right companies for your buildings and Owners within, Find and reach out for the services they offer you and your communities.

 

Below are a few of our Member Companies: 


United Security, Inc

1.800.874.6434

United Security Inc. (USI) provides contract security solutions and investigation services to a select group of vertical markets. For the past 29 years, USI has created safe, secure environments for commercial and government employees and customers by investing in our people, innovation and relationships. USI is committed to delivering:

  • Responsive management and security personnel
  • Continuous quality improvement and training
  • Consistent, client-focused service and performance

 

For the past 27 years, USI has created safe, secure environments for commercial and government employees and customers by investing in our people, innovation and relationships. As engaged, owner-operators, our investment begins with recruitment and screening to ensure we have the right people and continues through our policies and practices that enable USI to properly train and retain the best personnel.


ArchAngel Security

561-542-9263

Welcome to Archangel Security

After years in parking compliance and towing services, we saw a real need for organized, reliable, and effective security services for residential and commercial property managers.

We keep costs low, services safe and simple, and always protect the property first. Our licensed and trained security monitors are ready to help you take and maintain control of your parking compliance and safety needs.

We are licensed in the state of Florida, LIC #B1400043 and insured.

 

 


FSW First Response Solution Inc

352-818-9499

Safety is Top Priority

FSW First Response Solution Inc. serves residential, commercial, government, and industrial clients. Through our top-notch, 24-hour security services, we’ll ensure your safety and protection.

In this modern age, it is never wrong to be extra careful when it comes to hiring security. We should do all the things necessary to ensure our property and loved ones’ safety.

Hire our expert crew here at FSW First Response Solution Inc. We are a family-oriented organization that provides safety and security solutions to every household and establishment in Florida. Contact us to request for free quotes and estimates!

 

 


Here are other ways Buildings should look into for Security

All In One System – manage so many devices on you properties. you control access for owners and guests at your fingertips!


Smart Entry Systems

(626) 213-7557

All In One System – manage so many devices on you properties. you control access for owners and guests at your fingertips!

  • Simple Installation, Wirelessly connects to the Internet using plain WiFi without the need to pay for land lines, POTS, VOIP, SIP, nor LTE.
  • Surveillance Camera Integration, Pull images from other camera(s) mounted near by the entrance for a multi-directional view of the access  w/ event in the entry log.
  • Create temporary guest codes for pre-authorized visitors using the phone app.
  • Conveniently manage your property with a browser from anywhere with Internet access.
  • Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7. Mix and match from 9, 6, or 4 door models to suit your community.
  • Eliminate coins from communal washers, dryers, electric car charging stations, short term rentals of conference and party room

Smart Entry Systems

http://www.smartentrysystems.com/
(626) 213-7557
sales@smartentrysystems.com


iDENTYTECH Solutions America, Inc.

888 703-7150

iDentyTech is a leading provider of intuitive Identity management products and solutions. Founded in 2010 IdentyTech™ provides its worldwide customers with best-in- class complete identity management solutions. We further offer custom engineered solutions for those customers requiring proprietary solutions. IdentyTech has field proven solutions for Corporate Enterprise, government and Financial services, healthcare, schools, Transportation, Small Medium businesses and many others.

With over 15 years’ experience in the industry, our team will respond rapidly to your needs, no matter how complex or unique they are. Matched by business-focused, technical support, our response to your objectives has led to the highest levels of customer satisfaction in the industry. At the heart of the company, is a team of skilled developers, programmers and technical support staff, Along with sales, marketing and administration staff that are committed to providing our customers with unrivaled solutions, expertise, service and support.

 

 

Rodrigo Perez de Tudela
305-505-7132
rodrigo@identytech.com
Sales and Business Development Director
iDENTYTECH Solutions America, Inc.


 

FIND COMPANIES TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR BUDGETS RFP’S

If you are not a Listed Member Get listed today!

 

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Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7. by Smart Entry Systems

Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7. by Smart Entry Systems

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Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7.

Mix and match from 9, 6, or 4 door models to suit your community.

Watch our Video

 

please check if your question is already covered by the below Frequently Asked Questions list:

  1. How many residence units can this system support?
    • Unlimited, our system is hosted in Google cloud with infinite expandability.
  2. How many buildings can this system support?
    • Unlimited, and no additional monthly fees are required for having multiple buildings.
  3. How many doors or gates can this system support?
    • Unlimited and no additional monthly fees are required for having multiple doors or gates.
  4. Do I get software upgrades when new features are released?
    • Yes, some new features will be free upgrades while other optional services can cost extra. Critical updates are pushed to the tablets automatically as they become available.
  5. How many residents can access the system?
    • We do not set any limit, but the average US household size is 2.2 including kids, so the total number of residents should be around 2.2 times the number of reported units. We may investigate properties with inconceivably high resident to unit ratios to make sure the number of units reported to us is correct.
  6. Do you sell the tablet, the wireless relay, the electric strike, the maglock, etc?
    • No, we do not sell ANY hardware directly as this system is based on an open platform concept using commonly available hardware components.  You can find direct purchase links to the various component suppliers on our Tutorial page. Please contact us if you would also like to be a supplier of ours.
  7. Can I use an iPad as the entrance tablet?
    • No, Android tablets are much more cost effective and comes in a much wider variety of models.
  8. Does each resident need to purchase any additional hardware to access the system?
    • No, they only need a smartphone (iOS or Android) and download our free app to receive video calls.  Non-smartphone and landline users will receive voice only calls and press *1 to open grant access.
  9. How does the resident or visitor open the door?
    • At the door, by entering their numberic access code or scanning their QR Code.
    • At the door, depending on the type of reader installed using one or more of the following credentials:
      • Touchless RFID credentials such as a key card, key fob, sticker.
      • Wireless credentials such as Bluetooth, NFC tags.
      • Biometric identifiers such as fingerprint, vein, retina.
      • There are many reader choices avaiable on the market and we support all of them that complies to the Wiegand standard.
    • When called by their visitor and is using a smartphone, by pressing the Open Door button on the app.
    • When called by their visitor and is NOT using a smartphone, by pressing *1 on their phone’s numeric keypad.
  10. Do you support both the iPhone and Android phones?
    • Yes, our free phone app is available for both iOS and Android devices.
  11. Which tablet do you recommend?
  12. How do I mount the tablet to the wall?
    • We have partnered with several enclosure makers to provide various tablet mounting enclosures. Please see our Tutorial page for more info. Please contact us if you would also like to be a supplier of ours.
  13. How do I prevent users from existing the tablet entry app?
    • The Android tablet is set to Kiosk mode, only our Entry App running on the foreground is accessible.
  14. How hot can the temperature get before the system shuts down?
    • The tablet manufacturers rated the tablet’s operating temperatures from 32F to 105F.  We have tested our system up to 115F but recommends adhering to the manufacturer’s suggested temperatures.  If the entry box will be directly exposed to the sun, you will need to install a hood to protect the box from overheating. Please see our Tutorial page for more info. Here is our High Temperature Testing Video 1 and High Temperature Testing Video 2.
    • For locations colder than 32F, a Thin Film Heater and a thermometer relay is required to prevent controller shutdown. Please see our Tutorial page for more info.
  15. How do I prevent theft and vandalism of the tablet?
    • You can use any Android tablet, some models are more vandal proof than others. You can also add tempered glass screen protectors to further protect the tablet. However, nothing can give you 100% protection to purposeful vandalism such as a swing from a baseball bat, this is also true for any other entry systems on the market. Our system allows you to replace a damaged tablet very quickly and inexpensively while replacement parts from other proprietary manufactured units can be very expensive and you must wait for a trained professional to replace the damaged parts, adding more costs and prolonged system downtime. Adding a surveillance camera system is a great way to deter vandalism.
  16. How do I manage the residents, entries, schedules and access rules?
    • The full functionality of the system is managed by accessing our cloud based Community Management Portal from anywhere with Internet.
  17. What is the HTML code to incorporate the Community Manager into my website for private labeling?
    • <iframe width=”1024″ height=”768″ frameborder=”0″ src=”https://manage.smartentrysystems.com”></iframe>
    • Here is a sample HTML file containing the code: Private Label
  18. What happens to the controller when the Internet goes down?
    • The ability for the tablet to make calls will be disabled, however, existing access codes, QR codes, cards and fobs will continue to work as usual. No updates to access codes, QR, codes, cards, fobs, schedules, and residents can be sent to the tablet by our cloud server until your Internet connection is restored.
  19. The $50 minimum monthly fee is still too much for my tiny project, can I get the system for free?
    • Yes, if your tiny project only requires a maximum of just 5 residents or less, the demo account is completely functional and 100% free to use. We hope that you will bring us larger projects in the future.
  20. Will you support Z-Wave®, ZigBee®, Wi-Fi®, Lutron® Clear Connect® based devices?
    • Possibly, this feature is under review and is being considered for future development.
  21. Can you add this special feature that I must have in order to sell this system to my customer?
    • Maybe, please contact us and describe your feature requirement below.

You can also email us directly at Info@SmartEntrySystems.com

 

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Key Technology Trends & Challenges in Residential Property Management By Concierge Plus

Key Technology Trends & Challenges in Residential Property Management By Concierge Plus

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Key Technology Trends & Challenges in Residential Property Management

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Efficient and effective residential property management is hinged on the expectations of residents and the capabilities of managers. The key challenge is bridging the two – a task that has become increasingly difficult and complex due to COVID-19.

It’s no secret that the rapid onset of the new normal has caught some residential property managers off guard, resulting in less than ideal experiences for residents. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of helpful tech trends that property managers can turn to in order to meet the needs, expectations, and challenges brought on by the new normal. We will look at two key areas that cover a wide range of tech trends within property management.

Using technology to adapt to the challenges the future brings

The key to using tech that’s future proof is to ensure that your tech solutions are able to integrate with other 3rd party solutions. This is a crucial aspect of any type of property management technology. As Nathaniel Kunes of the Forbes Real Estate Council writes, a surefire way to do this is to embrace the rapid digital transformation of the world, which can drag a lot of traditional property management tasks into the 21st century. Allowing residents to pay their bills through online platforms for instance eliminates a lot of the legwork that both residents and managers need in order to settle the regular task of processing bills. Today, rental applications and leasing forms can also be processed digitally. Even just familiarizing yourself with the messaging apps preferred by residents can make the communication aspect of property management much easier.

Digital technology is fast becoming the future of all business, with its continuous development being pursued by top tech companies and universities. Indeed, today’s tech-inclined universities are basing their courses around innovation in digital and mobile technologies – as well as their various applications across all types of business. Maryville University’s online computer science programs were rewarded by tech giant Apple for their innovations in digital development, a clear indication of how prominent digital technology now is in business education.

Many of those entering the real estate industry from higher education would have covered these new developments and will be able to apply them to their companies. And by hitching on the bandwagon of property management technology, innovation, and knowledge, you can more easily communicate with residents, settle recurring bills with ease, or manage rental applications from the comfort of your computer.

An investment in digital is an investment in integrative technologies that can adapt to any property management challenges the future has in store. In fact, these are just some of the many tasks that can be more easily tackled through today’s emerging digital property management technologies.

 

Social distancing and automation

Also called physical distancing, social distancing has been proven to be an effective way to curtail the pandemic’s rapid spread. This has made the need for social distancing a constant throughout residential property management.

From the safe and continued use of common areas to the efficient management of deliveries to residents, social distancing takes center stage – necessitating a lot of added paperwork in the process. Indeed, logistics companies like UPS and FedEx have begun hiring additional staff as a preemptive measure against potential holiday delivery delays – an aftermath of the pandemic-related surge in online shopping throughout the year. For property managers, responding to this challenge means adapting new ways for residents to receive their packages in a timely manner – all while minimizing foot traffic and maintaining social distancing throughout the building.

This is where Concierge Plus’ online resident experience management software can help. Through our centralized digital platform, property managers can automate the way residents receive any deliveries, such as getting instant notifications through mobile texts or even automated calls once packages arrive at the building. The interface can also be customized to denote specific times or in-building locations for pick-up, which can be used to further enforce social distancing even during the busiest delivery times. Integrated with smart parcel providers like Snaile, the process can be further automated and made more convenient for residents, property managers, and delivery personnel alike. Furthermore, the efficient management of deliveries throughout the property is just one task that can be automated through this type of software. Others include the building’s pet registry, incident reports, service requests, common area reservations, board announcements, and many other aspects of management that can be automated through a centralized interface. And because the platform digitally records residents’ transaction history, you can also remove unmanageable physical paperwork from the equation, as well as provide greater transparency for residents.

It’s not that difficult to identify which tech trends can actually help you to address the new challenges of residential property management. The key is to look for technology that can automate and streamline your manual processes, ride the tide of digital transformation, integrate with 3rd party suppliers, and promote transparency between residents and building management. This is especially true if the residential properties you manage were hit hard by COVID-19. In the face of the massive new challenges that accompany the new normal, investing in the right technologies can give you the tools you need to keep your residents safe, happy, and satisfied.

 

Read This Article: Why Community Associations Must Go Digital

 

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BuildingLink – Case Study – Opening Common Areas in a Pandemic

BuildingLink – Case Study – Opening Common Areas in a Pandemic

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BuildingLink – Case Study – Opening Common Areas in a Pandemic

Re-opening Common Areas in a Pandemic

“Avery and the entire BuildingLink Team were incredibly helpful as we began to set up our processes and procedures for the reopening of our amenities. They worked diligently and quickly with all of our Property Managers – across our entire portfolio – to ensure that our reopening was successful and safe.”

      – Brian Dashnaw | GDC Director of Property Management

The Issues:

Brian Dashnaw, Director of Property Management at Ginsberg Development Company, reached out to BuildingLink on behalf of his 12-property portfolio. After months of full closure of all the common spaces, such as pools, fitness centers, and community rooms, there was an urgent need to begin shaping some sort of plan for the safe reopening of these facilities – a plan that was compliant with all the local regulations and pandemic best-practices for social-distancing.

A list of requirements was compiled, which included (a) gathering the necessary attestations of health from residents looking to use the facilities, (b) limiting the maximum number of residents using a space at a given time, and (c) distributing access to limited resources equally and fairly across all residents.

The Solution:

The BuildingLink Support Team crafted customized suggestions and implementations to meet GDC’s goals of a smooth and controlled reopening, which included implementing some of these useful platform features:

·                     Rolling out a slotted, limited-quantity reservation structure for previously “Come one, come all” spaces, like pools and fitness centers.

·                     Implementing mandatory liability waiver consents regarding compliance with health regulations, for all residents placing reservations.

·                     Tweaking the rules regarding advance reservations, to guarantee that new reservations slots opened up each day.

The GDC portfolio also includes special situations where pools and other amenities are shared across multiple properties. BuildingLink’s “Shared Amenities” functionality allowed for these new rules to be applied seamlessly across all buildings and all residents seeking to access these common spaces.

Service Uninterrupted:

Introducing these and other changes helped GDC smoothly reopen their facilities. Similar “reopening adjustments” were undertaken with many of our 5,000+ properties and property managers.

Please contact BuildingLink at sales@buildinglink.com.

Thank you,
Richard Worth
Regional Sales Director – Florida
407-529-6063
Richard@BuildingLink.com

 

BuildingLink is currently used in over 5,000 properties in the U.S. and worldwide, offering efficient management, seamless communication, and an enhanced living experience for residents.

 

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