Sophie Swords

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As Yardi’s senior marketing writer for international content, Sophie draws on her journalism and copywriting experience to transform complex real estate and technology topics into accessible, on brand narratives that connect with global audiences.

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Richard at MIPIM 2023

“Technology with AI can revolutionise business processes”

HI TODAY-MIPIM interview with Richard Gerritsen, European senior director for Yardi. The software company, Yardi, which also has numerous well-known companies as customers in the retail property sector, is currently exhibiting at the international property trade fair, MIPIM, in Cannes. HI HEUTE editor-in-chief spoke to European head Richard Gerritsen. HI TODAY: Mr Gerritsen, after the […]

Yardi RISE – Mentoring

Yardi RISE continues to inspire women at Yardi and develop its community. RISE was created for women at Yardi to network, inspire and empower each other. After a successful December session that focused on building relationships, tops tips on mentoring and confidence building, there was a desire to learn more about mentoring. During the last […]

03 / 06 / 23

Optimise Retail Centre Management with an All-in-One Solution

The world of real estate is evolving, not only in the way we operate but how properties are structured. The ‘building of the future’ that includes retail units with coworking spaces, residential units and commercial offices, is already being developed across the world. Technology is reshaping operating models and it is changing consumer behaviours and […]

03 / 03 / 23

How Yardi Helped Reduce the Leasing Planning Cycle by 40% for Emaar Properties

Yardi recently spoke with Emaar Properties to see how Yardi’s end-to-end solution helped Emaar transition from reactive to proactive in business planning and making data-driven decisions. Emaar is a multinational conglomerate and property development company located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It operates in six major business segments with 60 active companies and has a […]

01 / 12 / 23

Streamline the PBSA Applicant Journey for Students & Operators

When managing Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), delivering a seamless end-to-end student experience is fundamental. From managing your brand online and attracting student prospects to signing the lease and securing deposit payments, a frictionless experience is expected from today’s tech-savvy student audience. And the expectation doesn’t stop at students. The PBSA sector is quickly growing, […]

01 / 06 / 23

VIDEO | Yardi boat event at MIPIM

VIDEO | Yardi boat event at MIPIM

PlaceTech hosted Yardi and a selection of their proptech clients and contacts including AWS, the Instant Group and Future Places, for a networking event at MIPIM in Cannes. Watch our short video above. Ben Wright, executive director, The Instant Group. He said, “I think every industry needs leaders with vision, I think the real estate […]

5 Ways to Enhance the Resident Experience with a Resident App

Staying engaged and keeping your residents happy is a key part of building a thriving community that boosts occupancy and success. In HomeViews’ Build To Rent Report 2022, developments utilising Yardi technology were rated higher by residents on every HomeViews review category than developments not using the software. Those using Yardi software scored higher for […]

12 / 16 / 22

Save Time with An All-In-One Procurement Solution

Digitising processes can seem daunting and you may worry about transferring your data onto a new platform. However, with a need to save money on expenses, property owners are looking into ways to cut costs and save time. Processing payments for various products and services that keep your properties running smoothly is an inevitable expense, which […]

12 / 15 / 22

The Cost-Of-Living Impact on Student Accommodation

At the Student Accommodation Conference 2022, hosted by Property Week, Yardi’s Georgie Drewery sat down with Craig Bryant, strategy and business development director for Fresh to discuss the cost-of-living impact on student accommodation. As students are accustomed to paying set monthly fees for utilities, they aren’t usually impacted by the changing costs of individual suppliers […]

12 / 12 / 22

Yardi Supports Local Communities in Germany

Yardi is committed to supporting local communities in every city where our offices are housed. Each year, the company distributes philanthropic aid to organisations selected by its employees. In 2022, Yardi Germany donated to three organisations; The Mainz Hospice Society, Support Association for Children with Tumours and Leukaemia and Flüsterpost e.V. The Mainz Hospice Society […]

12 / 05 / 22

YASC Europe 2022

YASC Europe (Yardi Advanced Solutions Conference) returned in person for the first time since 2019 and welcomed over 700 clients in London at the InterContinental London, the O2 for two days of learning, networking, new solutions and an evening of entertainment. Yardi’s Neal Gemassmer, vice president for international opened day one alongside Rob Teel, senior […]

12 / 02 / 22

“Tenants Want Even More Flexibility”

HI HEUTE Exclusive interview with Richard Gerritsen, senior director for Europe at Yardi. At EXPO REAL, HI HEUTE chief editor Thorsten Müller spoke with Richard Gerritsen, senior director at Yardi, about the latest trends, in-house developments and the impact of recent global events. HI HEUTE: In the past few years alone, the world has gone through […]

Introducing Yardi RISE - London session

Introducing Yardi RISE

Earlier this year, Yardi began a new initiative in the UK called Yardi RISE. Fay Chester, regional director, and Amber Crighton, event planner, wanted to create a new event for women at Yardi to network, inspire and empower each other. The event focuses on four pillars – R – RecogniseDiscussing things that affect women in […]

10 / 20 / 22

The Building Of The Future Is In Reach, If The Real Estate Sector Is Willing To Embrace The Tech

The building of the future has the potential to mix asset classes in a much more beneficial way for tenants — if only developers and landlords know how to deliver it. That’s the message from Yardi’s Regional Director, International Solution Consulting Fay Chester. If technology is used to its full potential, real estate developers and […]

Streamline the BTR Leasing Journey for Residents & Operators

When managing build to rent (BTR) real estate operations, delivering a seamless end-to-end resident experience is fundamental. From managing your brand online and attracting prospective residents to signing the lease and servicing the day-to-day needs of residents, a frictionless experience is expected in today’s fast-paced digital environment. End-to-end platforms, such as Yardi’s Build to Rent […]

08 / 02 / 22