GSAIR 2024 : APAC 6
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
By JOANNA CROSS Chief Operating Officer , Ariosi
Welcome to our second year of regional sub reports – we ’ re closing out the year with GSAIR APAC !
Retain the flavour of the main GSAIR report
When deciding upon topics for inclusion , we ’ re influenced by the findings of our main report , the GSAIR survey and results edition published in June 2024 . However , we ’ re also open to new themes being introduced to enhance our breadth of opinion and keep things spicy . We ’ ve found that there is plenty of correlation between regions and global themes , and it ’ s indeed interesting to see how the commonalities we see and are experiencing as an industry are manifesting themselves at a regional and local level .
Successful formula
In 2024 we struck upon a formula for our regional reports that was well received by our audience and that gave a tasty flavour to our regional pieces . We shied away from being just another source of industry news , and instead curated a series with guest contributors writing for us , from their perspective , in their own voice and words . Yes , they are opinion pieces , often supported by cold hard facts , but they ’ re real and lived experiences from a collection of specialists in various roles , across a selection of geographies , in our industry . We feel a handful of perspectives is just about right to ensure we deliver a collection of diverse , thought-provoking articles , with just enough content to stimulate our readership without being overwhelming .
The pleasure is ours
One of the most enjoyable parts of curating GSAIR is the process of sourcing our contributors , then deciding upon the topic ( s ) that light their fire , giving them a voice and concurrently serving the GSAIR readership community well .
Next up we hear from Duncan Adams , who gives us an update on another region which is experiencing significant growth ; Australia & New Zealand . He shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities afoot , and his tips for standing out in such a competitive landscape .
Cecilia Cai , based out of Singapore , shares six pointers to aid collaboration between buyers and operators who need to balance cost and environmental considerations , across the region and beyond . Closing out GSAIR APAC for 2024 , Beh Siew Kim shares the significant commitment her business has made in the area of disability inclusion – a hugely important topic , particularly across a portfolio of almost 1,000 properties .
Thanks for putting on your writing caps
As with every edition of GSAIR , we ’ re thankful and grateful for our guest contributors who once again stepped up to fulfil the role of ‘ writers ’. Your enthusiasm for sharing your professional experience and expertise with us is very much appreciated and we can ’ t thank you enough for delivering the goods . THANK YOU !
Enjoy , and see you next year !
To our GSAIR readers – we hope you enjoy our final edition for 2024 . We ’ re looking forward to seeing where the industry travels to in 2025 – I ’ m sure there ’ ll be plenty to discuss as we navigate our way into the next quarter of the century . Take care , see you next year !
Sofia Oragano takes us on a journey to India – what ’ s driving demand , which cities are capitalising on the surge of interest in temporary living products , and what other factors need to be considered in the boom . Another country seeing a similar surge and period of growth and international interest is Japan ; Kana Kumoshita shares her expert view to give us insight into a unique and appealing market .