How to Future Proof Your Shopping Center | Mark Minute

Future-proof your shopping center for the next decade with these 3 transformative strategies! As retail continues to evolve, it’s critical to adapt your property to meet the demands of modern shoppers and tenants. In this episode of the “Mark Minute,” I break down actionable steps to optimize your shopping center for long-term success:

1. Embrace Green Technologies: Learn how installing tools like smart water meters and EV chargers can attract high-income shoppers, reduce costs, and even earn insurance rebates.

2. Implement Tech Amenities: Offering free Wi-Fi and leveraging geofencing technology provides valuable shopper data and improves the tenant experience—perfect for lease renewal negotiations.

3. Adapt to E-Commerce Trends: Curate your tenant mix with e-commerce-proof retailers like gyms and entertainment venues. Plus, support tenants with strategies like curbside pickup spots to integrate their physical and online sales.

These strategies will ensure your shopping center stays relevant and profitable in an ever-changing retail landscape.