Guide
How to Use Analytics to Improve Commercial Building Operations
Cove argues that analytics can transform commercial building ops from reactive to proactive. Despite 92% of owners wanting analytics, only ~35% have tools. Start by streamlining admin (≈40% of a manager’s day), unifying siloed systems into one platform, and tracking tenant sentiment (surveys, response times). Higher satisfaction boosts renewals and lowers vacancy; aim to reply within 24 hours. Use dashboards for compliance deadlines and real-time financials (alerts, forecasting) as insurance and risk costs rise. Measure team comms—strong practices can lift productivity 20–25%. How to begin: pick a high-impact area, use existing data, choose integrated software (e.g., Cove), train teams, iterate and expand.
