About Jonathan Klein

PropTech Consulting Managing Director and Advisor.

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Why Real Estate Outsources R&D While Tech Invests Billions: Time for a Change?

Why Real Estate Outsources R&D While Tech Invests Billions: Time for a Change?

[Editor’s note: the following article was originally published by Proptech Consulting LLC] In 2022, the ten largest tech companies by market capitalization, including Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Apple, collectively spent over $222 billion on research and development (R&D). This investment drives breakthrough innovations in artificial…

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The Future of Hudson Yards: PropTech’s Role in Transforming New York’s Casino Landscape

The Future of Hudson Yards: PropTech’s Role in Transforming New York’s Casino Landscape

[Editors note: Originally published on PropTech Consulting] As the world of real estate and technology continues to intertwine, the Hudson Yards West project marks a significant milestone not only in New York City’s urban development but also in the application of PropTech to the hospitality…

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The Potential Impact of a DJI Drone Ban on Commercial Real Estate

The Potential Impact of a DJI Drone Ban on Commercial Real Estate

[Editor’s note: Originally published on Proptech Consulting.] In recent years, drones have revolutionized the commercial real estate sector, transforming how properties are marketed and managed. Originally linked to military and recreational uses, unmanned aerial vehicles now provide a suite of benefits that traditional methods can’t…

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The Rise of Climate Tech and NYC’s Developing Climate Hubs

The Rise of Climate Tech and NYC’s Developing Climate Hubs

[Adapted from The Rise of Climate Tech and NYC’s Developing Climate Hubs from Proptech Consulting LLC] New York City is the nation’s epicenter for the financial, real estate, and media industries. In recent years, climate technology has also become a growing new sector for which…

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Strategies for kicking off a winning PropTech pilot

Strategies for kicking off a winning PropTech pilot

[Editor’s note: Originally published here.] Pilots are a critical touchpoint for property companies and PropTech firms alike. They give real estate businesses an inside track to innovative technologies and provide tech startups with crucial real-world information on what works, what doesn’t, and ultimately, what is saleable….

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BIM and Digital Twins: Getting Beyond the Hype

BIM and Digital Twins: Getting Beyond the Hype

[Editor’s note: Originally published here.] It’s a common misconception that Building Information Modeling (BIM) is synonymous with the term Digital Twins. In many cases, BIM is considered a part of the construction process, while the concept of Digital Twins suggests real-time data visualization of maintenance and operations….

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Redefining Real Estate in 2022: How to Embrace a Nation of Renters

Redefining Real Estate in 2022: How to Embrace a Nation of Renters

[Editor’s note: originally published on GoPropTech.] Everyone involved in real estate investment has witnessed the explosion in the rental market over the last few years. While real estate investment was a part-time, supplemental source of income for some investors, many have been able to take…

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Revolutionizing Real Estate: How Mobile 3D LiDAR will Change the Industry

Revolutionizing Real Estate: How Mobile 3D LiDAR will Change the Industry

[Editor’s note: Originally published on Proptech Consulting.] The past few years have been a case study in finding creative solutions for unpredictable situations. The spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted global market conditions for every industry segment. Because of the fundamental need for shelter,…

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5 Reasons Why PropTech SPACs Are on the Rise

5 Reasons Why PropTech SPACs Are on the Rise

[Editor’s note: Originally published on Go PropTech.] First of all, it’s essential to understand the meaning of the term SPAC. SPAC is an abbreviation for a Special Purpose Acquisition Company. SPACs are publicly traded companies, and the purpose of their creation is to facilitate acquisitions…

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