Technology – some tips for your property business.

As I write this, I can’t quite believe what I’m saying. I’m most definitely of the “old school”, and still not entirely comfortable with technology in many areas.

 I still write out lists, send cards, prefer to read books in print, and keep manuals for appliances, mush to the disgust of my children!

But I do use email (who doesn’t?), have an iPhone (other smart phones are available) that I use to check Facebook, and am becoming slightly more proficient using various platforms on my desktop, although I still need to be “rescued” every now and then (as do some lost files!)

 I do love “Whatsapp” though. I find it such an easy way to stay in touch with family and friends, send messages and photos instantly and set up groups to arrange specific events or meetings.

 We, at SMP, use this medium a lot and set up a group for every new property project. This includes our client or property owner, the builder, SMP admin and our project manager.

In this way, our clients can receive weekly updates and photos as to how the build is progressing, and any queries can be sent instantly back and forth.

 Another piece of tech that we use on a regular (daily) basis is our CRM software for running our build sites and client projects. In fact, our entire property business sits on the platform Its called Airtable. Why not have a look at this FREE software. SMP Operations Officer Roger Burrows has even made a YouTube video (he’s much better at tech than me) on how to use it!

So I will do my best to continue to learn as I go along, and my family will continue to be patient with me. I suppose it’s not much different to when I was younger, but just that what we teach and learn is forever changing.

Enjoy the fact that Spring is on the way, and please contact us via our web site, or facebook page. If not me, then someone who is more comfortable with “social media” will reply!

JB - SMP Administrator