August 7, 2008 Real Property Management >> Asset Solutions

CRG Consulting is a recognized leader in customized real property services specializing in land, buildings and people.  With an unmatched reputation for bringing high quality timely research and sound market intelligence to its projects, CRG Consulting is a preferred supplier for real property advice and services.  Our seasoned team of professionals offers a wide range of services, attracting clients from all segments of the private sector and all levels of government. CRG Consulting helps clients minimize risks associated with real property while maximizing their opportunities for success.  We pride ourselves on our superior project management skills.  We are also experts in our industry in collecting the latest relevant data and information and turning it into recommendations and management advice that our clients are confident to act on. At CRG Consulting, we understand the needs of our clients. Our value proposition includes information and knowledge needed to make sound investment decisions.  We provide clients with advice on the viability of real property projects and the type of real estate that best suits their needs.  We help determine the most cost-effective solutions using tried-and-true methods, applying the latest technologies, and customizing our approaches to meet the specific needs of each client. Our product solutions include: Strategic asset management services: Asset management planning Building condition reports Life cycle costing Financial performance and benchmarking Market analysis: Market feasibility analyses Highest and best use analyses Competitive analyses Site and locational reviews Plans of development and capacity analysis Demographic analysis (and GIS mapping) Financial feasibility analysis Surveys and focus groups Financial and investment analysis services: Real estate investment analysis Discounted cash flow analysis Valuation (appraisal) Real estate options analysis Business case development Sensitivity and risk analysis Asset rationalization services: Asset rationalization analysis Disposal and divestiture planning  Long term capital planning and allocations Alternate forms of delivery Public-private partnerships  Accommodation / portfolio planning

Team Leader   Paul Knowlton Vice President, Real Property - Asset Solutions and Market Analysis paul@thecrg.com Paul Knowlton has more than 20 years of experience in the preparation of real estate market and financial feasibility studies, policies, strategies, economic impact analyses and surveys. Paul specializes in analyzing the potential for existing and proposed real estate developments in Canada, and studies trends in the economy and real estate, subjects about which he has written and spoken extensively.