NREI_NEWSLINE TECHNOLOGY EDITION_ Penton Media July 20, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/nrei/v/718 TOP STORY --Loan Tracker Creates Audit Trail for Beleaguered Banks By Denise Kalette As banks struggle to cope with a flood of commercial real estate loan workouts and defaults, some have called for help in tracking the loans and creating audit trails for regulators and auditors. Loan servicing software has been used for years by private lenders and government agencies, but now big banks' need to track assets while seeking new sources of revenue has created a more acute demand for highly specialized loan tracking and database technology. To view the full article go to: http://nreionline.com/technology/news/loan_tracker_creates_audit_trail_0720/ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE --Architectural Firm Markets Database for Property Managers Staff report Property managers have a new tool to help them battle rising vacancy rates and manage their buildings more effectively -- an online database that captures tenant leasing information, occupancy rates and even emergency information. Chicago-based MRSA Architects and Planners has rolled out the searchable online database called smartBook, which provides access to archived architectural drawings with floor plans and information about available space, as well as leasing data. To view the full article go to: http://nreionline.com/technology/news/architectural_firm_markets_database_property_managers_0720/ ROUNDUPS --Glimcher Wants Shoppers to Surf on its Turf Staff report Glimcher Realty Trust, based in Columbus, Ohio has figured out that letting customers dial up bargains at its shopping centers is good business. The real estate investment trust joined forces with marketing firm eProximiti, also based in Columbus, to launch a wireless Internet and mobile marketing technology at Glimcher properties, starting with Polaris Fashion Place in Columbus. To view the full article go to: http://nreionline.com/technology/news/glimcher_wants_shoppers_to_surf_on_turf_0720/ Advertisement ---------------------------------------- Get ready for the recovery with ARGUS Valuation - DCF, the global standard for accurate and detailed cash flow projection and asset valuation. Get the tool banks trust. View a demo and save 15% off the license through August. 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