Discusses the need for effective computer‐based property management
systems capable of providing property maintenance and investment
appraisal services. Examines both off‐the‐shelf software systems and
PC‐based systems which can be developed for similar cost. Concludes that
property managers must assess their system′s suitability, and that
database designs should emphasize effectiveness in the business
environment rather than efficiency in the technical environment.
Explores some of the issues associated with the adoption of supply
chain management techniques and their implications for location
decisions in the single market. Discusses the single market, European
property, foreign direct investment, the location decision, and
industrial property location. Concludes that property requirements will
reflect both the firm′s primary activity and its specific SCM policies.
The system of Marie Curie Fellowships has, under the European Community's Fifth Framework Programme (1998–2002) for Research, Technological Development and Demonstration Activities, been extended to include an Industry Host Fellowship scheme. The objectives of the scheme are to make research training opportunities in industrial and commercial environments available to young postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers, and to encourage cooperation and the transfer of technology between industry and higher education institutions. This paper presents the rationale behind the scheme in the context of the Fifth Framework Programme and provides an overview of its key features.
Examines some of the improvements in personal computer software in
recent years and the uptake of this technology in the surveying
industry. Discusses the extent to which bespoke software systems have
found acceptance in the industry and points to the greatly increased
professional familiarity with generic software systems and its effect on
valuation activities. Stresses the importance of user involvement in the
system development process. Suggests that many problems with computing
stem from an unwillingness to be involved in the developmental process.
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