Aaaaaand we’re back with Episode 2 of our data-driven CRE series with CompStak. In this episode, Mark and Michael are joined by Jon Petersen, Managing Director of the US REIT team for global investment firm Jefferies (say that three times fast).

The evolution of data availability has transformed the way we analyze the commercial real estate market. In episode 1, we set the stage for CRE data from the perspectives of the providers themselves. This time, we dive in further to find out how consumers of that data are faring in today’s market – and more importantly, how they’re using it to create a winning hand in an increasingly competitive environment.

Jon takes us on a journey through time, recalling how data consumption has evolved, leading to the emergence of real-time data analysis that empowers investors to make well-informed decisions. Michael shares insights into the art of packaging and delivering data and some of the challenges that come with it.

Finally, the burning question: Are data providers meeting consumer needs? Jon, as a savvy consumer, gives his honest take. And together, these three discuss how providers like CompStak adapt and grow to fulfill users' needs and requests – and what’s in the cards for the future.

Stack up your chips, because we're going all in on CRE data.