Call Us: (800) 419-4923
 Call Us: +44 (0)20 3865 7701
 Call Us: (787) 822-8377
 Call Us: (437) 855-4925
Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.
You are here: Home » Resources » Articles » The CRE Risk No One’s Talking About: Building Technology

January 20, 2026

The CRE Risk No One’s Talking About: Building Technology

By Timothy Casey

By Tim Casey, Senior Project Manager, at Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. | Published January 20, 2026 on GlobeSt.com

Technology is no longer a “nice to have” in commercial real estate. It’s a core part of how buildings operate, how tenants evaluate space, and how assets perform over time. Yet for many owners and investors, building technology remains one of the least understood components of a property.

From internet connectivity and cellular coverage to access control, building management systems, security platforms, and tenant-facing apps, today’s buildings are powered by a growing web of interconnected technologies. When these systems work well together, they enhance the tenant experience, streamline operations, and protect asset value. When they don’t, technology becomes a source of frustration, unexpected cost, and risk.

In this Globe St. article, Tim Casey discusses how Building Technology Assessments (BTAs) are gaining traction as a practical, proactive tool for owners and investors.

About the Authors

Timothy Casey

Timothy Casey

Client Manager
Timothy Casey, based out of the Denver, Colorado office, serves as Senior Project Manager for Partner, managing Property Condition Reports in accordance with ASTM standards, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae DUS, and customized client formats. He also manages Seismic Risk Analysis reports and coordinates tax credit Property Condition Reports with construction document and cost reviews. He has 20 years of experience in commercial real estate due diligence consulting and significant experience in due diligence assessments for a variety of property types and the needs and requirements of a various number of reporting standards. Specifically, he has worked on numerous projects performing Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), Small Loan PCAs, and Physical Needs Assessments (PNAs) for over 17 years; Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), and Environmental Transaction Screens for over 20 years, Construction Progress Monitoring, ADA Compliance studies, Seismic Evaluation field data collection in the way of Seismic Risk Analysis (SRAs) for over 17 years, Asbestos Surveys, Lead-based Paint Surveys, Radon Sampling, Lead-in-water Sampling and Analysis, and Preliminary Site Feasibility Analysis.

Other Resources You Might Like


Let us be your Partner

Learn how we can support your next project or share insights via our newsletter.
Terms and Conditions  |  Privacy Policy   |  Website Terms of Use  |  © 2026 Partner ESI. All rights reserved.
crossmenuarrow-up linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram