YASC Canada 2024

YASC returns to the great north

By Parsa Navidi on Nov 13, 2024 in Events

Yardi’s Advanced Solutions Conference (YASC) returned to Canada today, bringing together clients, partners and Yardi team members for an immersive experience in Toronto. The event’s general session highlighted Yardi’s ongoing commitment to the Canadian real estate market, covering Yardi’s journey in the industry, the latest AI-powered solutions and the upcoming Voyager 8.

A strong foundation for growth

Yardi Canada’s vice president and general manager, Peter Altobelli (pictured, right), opened the general session by acknowledging the year-long planning and immense efforts involved in making YASC Canada a success. “We are focused on education, networking and partnering with you today and for the long term,” Peter remarked, emphasizing Yardi’s commitment to its clients’ growth and success.

Reflecting on Yardi’s journey in Canada, Peter highlights the company’s gradual expansion, which began with just five staff and grew to over 500 employees across three Canadian offices. “As our clients grow, we grow and our relationship remains strong,” he shared, illustrating the mutual commitment between Yardi and its Canadian clients. He also highlighted the impact of Yardi’s Saskatoon office, home to a team of 75 who develop products for global clients, reinforcing Yardi’s dedication to innovation and service.

Embracing the future with a focus on service

Kevin Yardi, vice president of Yardi, provided insights into Yardi’s product roadmap, reflecting on the company’s readiness to embrace the next technology transition with AI. “We’re aligning our products to meet your end-to-end business goals,” Kevin shared, noting that while the business logic remains consistent, Yardi’s enhanced functionality and user experience continue to evolve with client needs.

AI-powered innovations: transforming property management

Akshai Rao, president of residential at Yardi, took the stage to introduce Yardi’s newest AI-driven solutions, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and creating a seamless user experience. With Virtuoso AI, Yardi is pushing the boundaries of property management by automating complex tasks, providing actionable insights and embedding collaborative tools to streamline workflows.

“Our goal is to make your day-to-day easier by embedding AI directly into the solutions you use daily,” Akshai explained. Through Virtuoso, teams can stay aligned by tracking essential interactions and focusing on the 10% of tasks that demand more time and attention. This enables organizations to operate with precision and efficiency, empowering teams to make impactful decisions.

The next chapter with Voyager 8

In line with Yardi’s focus on innovation, the session introduced Voyager 8, a reimagined platform focused on enhancing user experience for all roles, from executives to team members. Akshai highlighted how Voyager 8’s updated interface streamlines engagement with platform data, making it simpler for everyone to access and utilize critical information. “It’s about making things easier for your users and organization,” he explained, underscoring Yardi’s dedication to accessible, role-based apps that empower everyone from leasing agents to executives.

First day of YASC: a future worth looking at

With this year’s YASC Canada, Yardi showcased not only its dedication to innovation and client success but also its unwavering support for the communities it serves. Stay tuned for more insights from this inspiring event as Yardi continues to drive positive change in the Canadian real estate landscape.