Digitalization and real estate

14.06.2024

Digitalization and real estate
The digitalisation of companies in the real estate sector: opportunities and innovations

Digitalisation is a key driver of innovation in the real estate sector. In 2024, real estate companies are adopting advanced technologies to improve their operations, offer better services to customers, and remain competitive in an ever-changing market. This article explores the opportunities that digitalisation offers for real estate businesses, highlighting technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR), property management software and drones.

What is digitalisation?
The digitalisation of businesses is the strategic and operational transformation that uses digital technologies. This transformation aims to improve data management, optimise internal processes, strengthen customer relations by offering personalized and accessible experiences, and develop innovative new business models adapted to the digital age. By integrating these technologies, companies cannot only increase their operational efficiency and agility, but also create significant added value for their customers by responding more precisely to their needs and improving their overall satisfaction.

Examples of technologies used in the real estate sector

Artificial intelligence (AI)
AI can enable real estate companies to transform mountains of data into actionable information. For example, platforms like Zillow in the US use AI to provide accurate house price estimates, anticipate market trends, and offer personalized recommendations to buyers and sellers. AI chatbots, meanwhile, improve the customer experience by providing fast, relevant responses to user queries, 24/7.
AI can also be used to quickly and efficiently write property ad descriptions. Using advanced algorithms, it can automatically generate detailed and engaging text for each property, highlighting its key features and unique benefits. At Immomig®, we make this process easy by integrating this functionality directly into our software. As a result, estate agents can create professional and engaging descriptions in just a few clicks, maximizing their efficiency and ability to attract potential buyers, without investing too much of their valuable time.

Blockchain
Blockchain is revolutionizing real estate transactions by providing greater transparency and security. According to Forbes, this technology reduces the risk of fraud and simplifies transactions by recording every step on an immutable register. Smart contracts automate the payment and property transfer processes, reducing delays and associated costs.

Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)
VR and AR are changing the way properties are marketed and viewed. Immersive virtual tours allow potential buyers to view properties from the comfort of their own homes, providing a realistic and interactive experience. Estate agents can also use AR to overlay information about properties during physical visits, enhancing the presentation and allowing visitors to project themselves into their potential future property.

Property management software
Property management software, such as Immomig®, simplifies property management by automating administrative tasks, controlling, producing statistics and communicating with prospects and principals. These platforms enable property portfolios to be managed centrally and efficiently, improving customer satisfaction and business profitability.

Drones
Drones are increasingly used for property inspections and aerial photography. They enable accurate and rapid assessments of land and buildings, reducing the costs and risks associated with manual inspections. Drones are also used to monitor construction sites, improve safety and document project progress.

Digitalisation offers unprecedented opportunities for real estate companies. By adopting advanced technologies such as AI, blockchain, VR/AR, property management software, drones or other technologies, real estate professionals can improve their operational efficiency, offer better quality services, and meet the expectations of modern customers. As these technologies continue to evolve, businesses that embrace digitalization will be well positioned to thrive in the digital future of the real estate market.


Sources
sap.com - Article
buyproperly.ai - Article
forbes.com - Article
forbes.com - Article
businessinsider.com - Article
dartdrones.com - Article

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