• Integrity in delivery of our services
    Diligence
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Useful Links relevant to Technical projects and maintenance for Commercial Buildings

We have provided a few useful links which might be helpful in your diligence to resolve an issue or inquiry.
If it’s late at night, send us an email and we’ll endeavour to get back to you in 24 hours, including the weekends.

If you’re unfamiliar with our company, Forte Asset Services, below are a few of the major services we offer at competitive rates:

 

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VennCap Real Estate

Specializing in commercial Real estate, commercial property management, Trust accounting, Commercial property sales and leasing VennCap Real Estate

Property HQ

Commercial Real Estate for Sale or Lease Australia

Property HQ Web site logoCommercial Real Estate & Businesses for sale is our sole focus. Our website offers a vibrant property portal to list and sell all types of Commercial property & Businesses. It has a user friendly interface and a FREE listing entry level option. All property listings have larger images and premium listings will have many large images available for website users to view. Property HQ

FM Innovations

Fm Innovations website logoFM Innovations are an Australian company based in Melbourne who are a specialist in integrated facilities management and property management software. Operating for over 13 years, the key to our success is the unique business approach of designing and customizing a suite of modular software which can be standalone or fully integrated to offer clients a total FM software solution. FM Innovations also offers a hosted solution which enables companies with smaller budgets to pay-as-you-go with no upfront costs.” FM Innovations

OHS Sydney

OHS is not just a legal requirement, but an integral part of any successful business operation. A comprehensive OHS system can mitigate risks, reduce worker's compensation costs and provide a competitive edge to any motivated business. Our consultants have experience in a variety of fields including civil and rail construction, excavation, open cut mining, building and heavy manufacturing, not for profit organizations, police, federal government and OHS regulatory bodies. We have formally recognized qualifications in: •Occupational Health and Safety • Safety Leadership (Construction) Science • Security and Risk Management • Policing and Investigations; and Training and Assessment. OHS Sydney

Erbas

The traditional methods of business activity, project delivery and personal interaction have gone through a metamorphosis. We understand these developments in the building industry and provide to our clients innovative solutions within a timely delivery. Erbas Consultants

NS Studio

NSStudio is a multi-disciplinary boutique building design practice located in the Inner West, Sydney. The office provides building design, interior design and heritage services for residential, commercial and educational projects. NSStudio prides itself with working closely with clients, a large network or suppliers and builder to achieve the best possible design solutions within the tight spatial and heritage constraints of the inner Sydney urban fabric. A consistent design language of natural lighting, discovery and a high attention to detailing appears throughout all projects from small to large scale. NS Studio

Climate Change article

 

 

How is Your Business Going to be Affected by Climate Change and What Should You Do to Prepare?

Companies could lose an estimated one trillion dollars due to climate change, beginning within five years


Part of any business leader’s job is to ascertain the road ahead. What type of environment will your business be operating in next year, or in five years time? What changes could affect your core business model and is it possible to evolve strategies to meet the challenges with resilience?

https://www.companydebt.com/how-is-your-business-going-to-be-affected-by-climate-change/

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