From site selection to lease administration, artificial intelligence is transforming every stage of the CRE lifecycle, and 2025 marks a turning point.
The team at National Lease Advisors recently returned from the CoreNet Global North America Summit, where we connected with clients, prospects, and industry partners. One theme stood out above all others: the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in commercial real estate (CRE).
Interest in AI-focused sessions was so strong that many required overflow rooms to accommodate attendees. This showed that AI is no longer a future trend but a driving force in today’s market.
How AI Is Transforming the CRE Lifecycle
AI is making major strides in 2025, influencing every stage of the commercial real estate lifecycle, from site selection to lease administration.
Site Selection
AI-powered platforms can now identify parcels with strong development potential by analyzing zoning data, infrastructure, demographics, and market trends. One session demonstrated how AI can create instant development models based on zoning, density, and product mix. This dramatically accelerates the feasibility analysis process.
Space Planning and Utilization
For built environments, AI is optimizing space planning and utilization. These tools help companies design more efficient layouts, minimize unused space, and create smarter, more sustainable workplaces.
Transaction Management
On the space search front, AI is being incorporated into the brokerage world and the software that supports the transaction process. When fully utilized, the process will become extremely efficient from the brokerage community in delivering their clients the best picture of alternatives in the market.
Lease Administration and Accounting
This is where National Lease Advisors plays a key role. We were particularly interested in how leading software platforms are embedding AI capabilities into their systems. As a provider of lease administration and accounting services that is software-agnostic, we look forward to evaluating and adopting solutions that best serve our clients.
2025: A Defining Year for AI in CRE
The AI revolution in commercial real estate is entering a pivotal phase. Innovation is accelerating, adoption is expanding, and the opportunities for efficiency and automation are greater than ever.
At National Lease Advisors, we are committed to staying at the forefront of this evolution. Our team continues to leverage AI and advanced analytics to deliver smarter, faster, and more strategic lease administration services for our clients.