{"id":41899,"date":"2025-12-19T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/?p=41899"},"modified":"2026-02-26T07:40:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T15:40:21","slug":"connected-real-estate-operations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/connected-real-estate-operations\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 client success highlights: Connected CRE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=1920\" alt=\"2025 client success highlights: five headshots of Yardi clients\" class=\"wp-image-41932\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?resize=768,432 768w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?resize=1536,864 1536w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=400 400w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=500 500w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=600 600w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=720 720w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=1000 1000w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2025\/12\/1920x1080_COMM-Blog-Series-2025-December-balance-sheet-FULL-image_121825-28990.jpg?w=1440 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As 2025 comes to a close, we\u2019re reflecting on the remarkable progress made across the commercial real estate industry, including embracing new tools and meeting changing market demands. We\u2019ve heard inspiring stories from our clients about how the connected Yardi platform has empowered them to streamline operations, forecast with greater confidence and deliver meaningful impact in the communities they serve. Here are some highlights from five clients who have brought that transformation to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eastgroup-properties-building-confidence-through-smarter-forecasting\">EastGroup Properties: Building confidence through smarter forecasting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\u201cForecast Manager has fundamentally shifted our entire budgeting process. We have spread the load of creating budgets across multiple departments, providing a scalable and streamlined approach to this important area of our business,\u201d said Brian Laird, chief information officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EastGroup Properties relies on accurate forecasting to guide long-term strategy. Yardi Forecast Manager helped them move from reactive planning to a more thoughtful, forward-looking approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key wins:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unified portfolio forecasting in a single platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Predictive, data-driven budgeting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scenario planning that supports informed decision-making<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact<\/strong>: With clearer forecasting and better visibility, EastGroup can allocate resources with confidence and maintain stability even as market conditions shift. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/about-us\/success-stories\/eastgroup-properties-on-yardi-voyager\/\">EastGroup success story<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hospitality-at-work-strengthening-operations-amp-visibility\">Hospitality at Work: Strengthening operations &amp; visibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur mission is to provide a better workplace experience for tenants and create long-term value for our clients. Many tenants will pay a premium to stay in a well-maintained building that takes exceptional care of them. With Yardi solutions, including Facility Manager and CommercialCafe, we deliver that experience,\u201d said T.J. Tarbell, senior vice president.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Hospitality at Work, day-to-day efficiency and strong market presence both play essential roles in supporting their tenants. Yardi Facility Manager helped streamline maintenance and reporting, while CommercialCafe expanded their digital reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key wins:<br>\u2022 Facility Manager simplified work orders and provides consistent insights for their assets<br>\u2022 CommercialCafe improved leasing exposure and strengthened their online presence<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact<\/strong>: Together, these tools helped the company create smoother experiences for tenants and more consistent processes for their teams. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/about-us\/success-stories\/hospitality-at-work-on-facility-manager-commercialcafe\/\">Hospitality at Work success story<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pactrust-scaling-with-clarity-amp-consistency\">PacTrust: Scaling with clarity &amp; consistency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYardi isn\u2019t just somebody who helps us; they have a stake in our success. It\u2019s been a fantastic partnership since Day One,\u201d said John Hart, chief financial officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As PacTrust grew its portfolio, the team needed a way to manage leases, compliance, accounting and reporting with greater consistency. Yardi Voyager Commercial provided the structure to support that growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key wins:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Centralized accounting and leasing workflows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced manual errors through automation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standardized reporting to support compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scalability without adding operational strain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact<\/strong>: The Voyager platform helped PacTrust replace complexity with clarity, enabling leaders to make decisions backed by reliable, connected data. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/client-story\/pacific-realty-associates-pactrust-on-yardi-voyager-commercial\/\">PacTrust success story<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-arden-logistics-parks-improving-project-visibility-amp-oversight\">Arden Logistics Parks: Improving project visibility &amp; oversight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Yardi platform brings various company roles spread across the country into a single program, which supports our operations, including construction project management, from the ground up,\u201d said Ryan Alexander, system administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Construction projects benefit from transparency and clear communication. With Yardi Construction Manager, Arden Logistics Parks gained the visibility needed to keep projects on schedule and on budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key wins:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Real-time tracking of budgets and expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated scheduling and milestone reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Streamlined collaboration with contractors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portfolio-level visibility for leadership teams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact<\/strong>: Arden reduced delays and avoided unexpected costs, ensuring each project supports long-term portfolio goals. 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These improvements strengthened team efficiency, reduced manual work, and created a more responsive experience for tenants and vendors alike. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/client-story\/big-v-property-group-on-commercialcafe\/\">Big V success story<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-forward-together\">Moving forward together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s EastGroup planning more accurately, Hospitality at Work improving operations, PacTrust creating structure for growth, Arden strengthening project oversight or Big V enhancing tenant and vendor experiences, each story highlights the same theme: when teams have the right tools, they can focus on what matters most. 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