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Business Wire
24-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
New Book Offers CRE Owners a Blueprint to Boost NOI,
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Commercial real estate owners face data reckoning. Fragmented systems, vendor lock-in, rising OpEx, and an AI-powered future demand a new kind of leadership. In their groundbreaking new book, Peak Property Performance: Game-Changing AI and Digital Strategies for Commercial Real Estate (Fast Company Press, June 24, 2025, $26.95), technology entrepreneur Bill Douglas and systems architect Drew Hall deliver a bold, step-by-step framework to help CRE leaders take control of their digital infrastructure, unlock hidden asset value, and build future-proof portfolios. The authors introduce their proprietary 5C™ Framework, a five-step roadmap to transform any property into a data-powered, AI-ready asset: Clarify – Audit every digital asset and data source to uncover opportunities. Connect – Unify fragmented systems into a seamless digital nervous system. Collect – Build a culture where the right people, data, and tools align. Coordinate – Ensure intelligent, real-time systems coordination and apply AI. Control – Act on the insights that drive NOI and competitive advantage. Drawing from decades of work with office, multifamily, and mixed-use portfolios, Peak Property Performance speaks directly to owners, developers, and capital partners navigating a rapidly digitizing CRE market. The authors expose how most portfolios leak value through fragmented systems and untapped data—and show how to reclaim that power, safely and profitably. 'Data ownership is the new location,' says Douglas. 'And if you're not monetizing your building's data and digital infrastructure, someone else is.' Peak Property Performance is available on Amazon and major retailers today. Learn more at Praise from Industry Leaders 'Control of data and digital directly impacts NOI—creating immediate returns and competitive advantages. Bill's insights aren't theoretical—they're a strategic blueprint.' — Thomas Noonan, lead director, Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) 'This isn't just another tech book – it's a masterclass in creating value through data and digital infrastructure.' — Chad J. Stafford, president, Occidental Management, Inc. 'Finally, a blueprint that speaks to builders and developers about digital infrastructure without the tech jargon.' — Vinny English, real estate developer About the Authors Bill Douglas is the CEO of OpticWise, a serial entrepreneur, and a leading expert in using technology for business transformation. Drew Hall is the founder and CTO at OpticWise and a world-renown digital architect. Greenleaf Book Group is a publisher and distributor best known for its innovative business model, distribution power, and award-winning designs. Named one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine, Greenleaf has represented more than 3,800 titles, including more than 55 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestsellers. Learn more at
BBC News
07-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
New head takes over Live Borders at 'pivotal time'
New boss for cash-strapped leisure trust at 'pivotal time' 7 minutes ago Share Save Share Save Live Borders Catriona McAllister will take over at Live Borders in the summer A new chief executive has been announced at a leisure and sport trust in the Borders where consultants have recommended a string of site closures and job cuts. Catriona McAllister will take over the post at Live Borders - which was advertised with an annual salary of up to £99,000 - in the summer. Bill Douglas, who chairs the organisation, said she was joining them at a time of "change, renewal and growth". Ms McAllister said she was excited to take on the role at such a "pivotal time". Live Borders runs a range of leisure, sport and cultural facilities on behalf of Scottish Borders Council (SBC). However, last year it needed £2.5m of additional local authority funding - on top of a £4.8m management fee - to keep services operating. A report by consultants has recommended shutting a number of facilities - including swimming pools and libraries - and cutting more than 50 full-time posts. SBC has promised "robust" consultation over the proposals. 'Challenges and opportunities'
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Canucks Hughes Named To U.S. Quarter-Century First Team
With the 4 Nations Face-Off currently in full swing, has released Quarter-Century Teams for each of the participating nations. Unlike the team versions, which were released early this year, the country-based Quarter-Century Teams were selected by U.S.-based staff writers Bill Douglas, Nicholas J. Cotsonika and Dan Rosen. Among the players chosen was Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes, who was voted to the first team. Latest From : 4 Nations Face-Off Recap: Montréal Drew O'Connor Details His Hectic Arrival In Vancouver And First Impressions Of The Canucks Locker Room Why Vancouver Should Be A Host City For The 2028 World Cup Of Hockey Hughes has been nothing short of spectacular since joining the NHL. Since January 1, 2000, he has the 17th most points by an American defender, while his 0.94 points per game over 399 games ranks first among blue liners from the United States who have played at least three NHL games. As for his first-team partner, New York Rangers' Adam Fox, he sits second in points per game by an American defender with 0.85 over his 393 games. United States Quarter-Century Teams selected by @NHLdotcom during 4 Nations Face-Offhttps:// — (@NHLdotcom) February 16, 2025 In 2023-24, Hughes put together one of the best campaigns by a defenseman in the past 25 years. He set a new career-high with 92 points, which was also the third most recorded since the 2000-01 season. For his efforts, Hughes became the first player in franchise history to win the Norris Trophy while also becoming the second American skater to win the award over the past 25 years. Overall, Team USA's Quarter-Century Teams are stacked with talent. The first team consists of Patrick Kane, Auston Matthews, Joe Pavelski and Jonathan Quick, while the second team features Dustin Brown, Johnny Gaudreau, Matthew Tkachuk, John Carlson, Ryan Suter and Tim Thomas. Despite playing fewer than 400 games, Hughes has earned his spot among these great players and has shown this season why he is not only in consideration for the Norris but also the Hart Trophy. Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through
