KPMG’s 2022 REIO publication features a broad scope of innovations, including companies from 45 Countries/Territories. A record number of incorporated innovations (783) has resulted in an international overview, including a larger presence of the European nations. 40 Fields of Expertise (FoE) have also been included, providing clarity on a company’s core competence. Further, the innovations’ position in the Real Estate Value Chain has been included as well, consisting of six key positions: Sourcing, Design & Planning, Construction, Property and Facility Management, Transaction and Leasing and Investing and Financing.

The main insights for this year’s publication include innovation as a kickstarter for achieving ESG ambitions and in parallel resolve regulatory issues by supervisory teams; and attention to sustainable innovations, such as new construction materials, energy efficient solutions and pre-fabricated components which support the development of environment friendly infrastructure. Also examined are flexible working innovations and indoor navigation due to hybrid working trend; innovations that focus on mobility and parking management solutions to ease out remote working for employees; and building management systems for property managers.