CRE Industrial Property Insights and Inspiration

Author: ExpanX-Team

  • CRE 1-2-3: How Data Centers Are Reshaping Industrial Real Estate: What Owners Must Understand

    CRE 1-2-3: How Data Centers Are Reshaping Industrial Real Estate: What Owners Must Understand

    1 INSIGHT AI growth is creating unprecedented demand for data center-ready industrial and flex properties. Companies building AI infrastructure need power-dense, secure, temperature-controlled environments – and many are expanding beyond traditional data center hubs to find suitable space. For landlords, understanding what these tenants prioritize can significantly increase competitiveness and leasing…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Chemistry Lab Space: What Tenants Should Look For

    CRE 1-2-3: Chemistry Lab Space: What Tenants Should Look For

    1 INSIGHT Chemistry labs need more than simple lab rooms – they require strong ventilation, reliable utilities, and layouts designed for safe chemical work. Choosing the right lab space supports the productivity and safety of everyone working in the lab and helps prevent costly upgrades later. Tenants who check these…

  • CRE 1-2-3: How AI Transforms Industrial Operations

    CRE 1-2-3: How AI Transforms Industrial Operations

    1 INSIGHT Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way companies use industrial space. By using AI agents and AI-powered analytics, businesses can optimize warehouse layouts, forecast demand with enhanced accuracy, and reduce costly downtime by predicting maintenance requirements before issues arise. The result is smarter operations, reduced costs, and better…

  • CRE 1-2-3: How to Evaluate Roll-Up Doors When Touring Warehouse Space

    CRE 1-2-3: How to Evaluate Roll-Up Doors When Touring Warehouse Space

    1 INSIGHT For tenants, the size, condition, and placement of these doors affect how well goods can be loaded or unloaded, and whether operations run smoothly. Leasing a warehouse with properly designed door access helps maintain steady workflow, reduce delays, and cut unnecessary labor costs. 2 ACTION STEPS FOR TENANTS…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Choosing Lab Space: What Really Drives Tenant Success

    CRE 1-2-3: Choosing Lab Space: What Really Drives Tenant Success

    1 INSIGHT Modern lab users need spaces that deliver specialized infrastructure from day one. From ventilation systems to power loads to chemical storage capability, the technical design of a lab plays a central role in productivity. Tenants who secure infrastructure-ready spaces experience faster onboarding, fewer retrofits, and smoother day-to-day operations.…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Key Factors Tenants Should Evaluate When Leasing Manufacturing Industrial Space

    CRE 1-2-3: Key Factors Tenants Should Evaluate When Leasing Manufacturing Industrial Space

    1 INSIGHT For manufacturing users, picking the right industrial building isn’t just about location or rent – it’s about operations. Properties with solid power, strong infrastructure support, and efficient layouts help drive productivity and cut costly downtime. Today’s manufacturers are also looking ahead, favoring spaces that can support automation and…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Why Dock Door Layout Impacts Warehouse Leasing

    CRE 1-2-3: Why Dock Door Layout Impacts Warehouse Leasing

    1 INSIGHT Dock doors may seem like a small detail, but in warehouse leasing they play a crucial role in driving productivity and impacting your bottom line. The number, type, and placement of dock-high and grade-level doors determine how quickly goods move in and out, directly influencing operating efficiency and…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Why Clear Height Matters for Tenants

    CRE 1-2-3: Why Clear Height Matters for Tenants

    1 INSIGHT In industrial leasing, ceiling height and clear height are often confused, but clear height is what really matters to tenants. Clear height measures the usable vertical space below the lowest hanging obstruction (like sprinklers or beams), directly affecting storage capacity, racking systems, and overall operational efficiency. 2 ACTION…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Parking and Yard Space: A Critical Factor in Warehouse Leasing Decisions

    CRE 1-2-3: Parking and Yard Space: A Critical Factor in Warehouse Leasing Decisions

    1 INSIGHT For many tenants, warehouse decisions focus on square footage and rent – but truck courts, trailer parking, and employee parking often make the biggest difference day-to-day. A lack of adequate yard or parking space can choke operations, delay shipments, and frustrate workers. 2 ACTION STEPS FOR TENANTS 3…

  • CRE 1-2-3: Don’t Overlook Power & Utilities in Your Lease

    CRE 1-2-3: Don’t Overlook Power & Utilities in Your Lease

    1 INSIGHT Location might be the headline factor in an industrial search, but power and utilities can make or break a deal. Electrical capacity, HVAC systems, and water or gas infrastructure directly impact daily operations and long-term scalability. Overlooking these can lead to expensive retrofits, workflow disruptions, or even the…