Innovation, AI & Technology

Asia has one of the fastest-scaling Data Centre markets in APAC

21%

CAGR, with Australia consistently identified as a Tier 1 growth market

Sydney is capacity‑constrained, not demand‑constrained

70%

of new data‑centre capacity in Sydney is now pre‑leased prior to completion

Data centres are now a top performing alternative real asset in Australia

5.6% p.a.

Growth over the past five years and are forecast to accelerate to over 8% p.a.

How do we use it?

By embracing the power of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, we are transforming the way property services are delivered across Australia and beyond.

From smarter valuation models to real time market insights, our tech driven approach is helping clients make better informed decisions with greater speed, accuracy and confidence.

“Leveraging industry-leading software platforms has transformed how we deliver valuation services. By integrating AI & advanced data analytics and cloud-based systems, we’ve increased efficiency, enhanced accuracy, and empowered our team to focus on higher-value insights - ultimately driving better outcomes for our clients and our business.” - Gregory Rowe

Through intelligent data analysis, automation, and digital platforms, we’re improving transparency, streamlining processes and enhancing customer service at every stage. Whether it’s property valuation, asset management, or advisory services, our commitment to innovation ensures our clients receive timely, tailored solutions that reflect the evolving demands of the property market.

As the industry moves forward, so do we, redefining what’s possible in property through technology.

Technology also enhances how we serve our clients. With secure digital portals, real time progress updates and transparent communication tools, we’ve raised the bar for customer service and responsiveness.

Our clients enjoy greater visibility and control over their property matters, supported by a team that combines deep expertise with innovative thinking.

We’re not just adopting new tools, we’re helping to shape a smarter, more connected property industry. Whether you’re an investor, developer, fund manager, government agency or occupier, Preston Rowe Paterson is your partner in navigating the future of property with confidence.

We are early adopters, using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our valuation production systems, collaborating with tools such as Microsoft Copilot in conjunction with our extensive historic valuation database to streamline processes and produce more cost effective outcomes for clients

key software platforms

PRPOnline

PRPOnline is our proprietary, web based platform designed to streamline and enhance communication between our valuers and clients throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Developed and continuously maintained by some of Australia’s most talented software engineers, PRPOnline serves as a secure, centralised hub for real-time data access, workflow management and valuation delivery. The platform integrates seamlessly with our internal systems, enabling efficient collaboration, faster turnaround times and complete transparency throughout the valuation process.

With PRPOnline, clients can log in from anywhere in the world to track the status of their valuation tasks, retrieve completed reports, and communicate directly with their valuation teams; all through an intuitive, user friendly interface tailored to meet the evolving needs of the property industry.

Yardi

Preston Rowe Paterson have been utilising Yardi’s property asset, facilities management, and trust accounting software for several years, as we believe it represents the most advanced and reliable solution available in the marketplace.

Yardi enables us to deliver superior property and asset management services through its integrated platform, which supports efficient financial management, streamlined operations, and enhanced client reporting. By leveraging this industry leading technology, we continue to uphold our commitment to innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Forbury

We leverage Forbury’s industry leading multitenant investment valuation platform.

Forbury enables us to efficiently model complex commercial assets with layered lease structures, variable income streams, market rental growth assumptions and capital expenditure requirements.

By combining our in house methodologies with the capabilities of Forbury, we deliver investment‑grade valuation outputs that are transparent, data driven and aligned with contemporary market expectations.

In addition Preston Rowe Paterson employs its own proprietary valuation software to undertake detailed discounted cash flow (DCF) modelling, ensuring every asset is analysed with precision and consistency.

Argus Estate Master

We utilise Argus Estate Master as a core component of our development feasibility and project cash flow analysis.

Estate Master allows us to assess development scenarios from concept through completion, incorporating sensitivity testing, staged funding requirements, construction timelines, revenue forecasts and end value assumptions.

This platform supports robust feasibility studies for both proposed and active development projects, ensuring our clients receive clear, evidence based insights into project viability and financial risk. By integrating these advanced tools into our valuation processes, we ensure that our reporting adheres to global best practice and provides clients with high quality, defensible outcomes.

In addition Preston Rowe Paterson employs its own proprietary valuation software to undertake development feasibility and project cash flow analysis.

Arealytics

Arealytics is a powerful property data and market intelligence platform that we use to support our research, valuation, and advisory services. It provides up‑to‑date ownership details, planning information, sales history and demographic insights across Australia, helping us build a clear picture of each asset and its market context.

By incorporating Arealytics into our workflow, we can verify key property data, identify trends, and undertake more informed location and precinct analysis. This ensures our valuations and reports are accurate, evidence base, and aligned with current market conditions.

MSCI (Real Capital Analytics)

MSCI (Real Capital Analytics) is another addition to our suite of analytical tools, providing real-time access to global property transaction trends across virtually any market.

This powerful platform allows us to track capital flows, identify emerging investment patterns, and benchmark performance with unparalleled accuracy.

By leveraging MSCI’s market intelligence, we are able to deliver deeper insights and strategic advice to our clients, grounded in up-to-date transactional data and industry-leading analytics.

Temps et Argent Plus

Temps et Argent Plus (TEAP) is our proprietary, in-house developed multi-tenant discounted cash flow (DCF) software platform, specifically designed to elevate our capabilities in both DCF and Term and Reversion valuation modelling.

French for ‘time and money plus,’ the name reflects the platform’s core purpose delivering greater efficiency and financial precision.

This advanced tool enables our valuers to handle complex property portfolios with enhanced accuracy, speed, and scalability, reinforcing Preston Rowe Paterson’s position at the forefront of valuation technology and innovation.

Macabacus

At Preston Rowe Paterson, we use Macabacus to elevate the quality and consistency of our financial models, reports and presentations.

As a leading productivity add-in for Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, Macabacus streamlines complex tasks, reduces manual errors and ensures brand and formatting consistency across all our deliverables.

By integrating Macabacus into our workflow, we save time, improve accuracy and deliver polished, professional outputs allowing our team to focus more on strategic insights and delivering exceptional value to our clients.

Kiteworks

Preston Rowe Paterson uses Kiteworks as our secure file‑sharing and content governance platform, ensuring all client information, valuation documents and confidential reports are exchanged safely and in full compliance with Australian privacy and data‑security standards.

Kiteworks provides a protected environment for transferring sensitive files, with enterprise grade encryption, controlled access and detailed audit trails to safeguard data at every stage of the workflow.

By centralising secure file transfer through Kiteworks, we minimise cybersecurity risks, prevent unauthorised access and maintain complete visibility over how information is shared both internally and externally. This ensures our clients’ data remains protected, traceable and managed in accordance with industry best practice and regulatory requirements, while enabling our team to collaborate efficiently and securely.

OurPRP is Preston Rowe Paterson’s dedicated collaborative intranet platform, purpose built to drive continuous workflow improvement and operational efficiency across our national network. Serving as both a centralised hub for internal communication and a secure repository for our data and documents.

The platform has been intentionally structured and ringfenced to support future integration with artificial intelligence technologies, ensuring our information is not only accessible and well organised but also ready to power advanced analytics and machine learning applications as our business evolves.

OurPRP intranet platform allows us to:

Continuously improve our internal workflow operations with a centralised knowledge base, providing a collaborative environment, to gain otherwise unattainable efficiencies
Access our cloud library, equipped with market leading security, providing enhanced accessibility to a vast wealth of knowledge and data from our portfolio of globally recognised real estate
Collaboration with the top industry productivity tools available on the property market including PRPOnline, Forbury, TEAP, Office 365, Copilot, Xero, Argus Real Estate Master, Yardi, RCA and CoreLogic
Provide all the latest intelligence with RSS Feeds from partner news and economic organisations to ensure we are at the forefront of global trends
Collate all the key property news from the Property Council of Australia, IVSC, the Real Estate Institute, the Australian Property Institute, RICS, the Property Funds Association and many more.