ples, FAQs, and technology tips. Te training videos contain click-by-click instructions
for navigating and utilizing STDB efectively.
A few of the most popular training videos
include the "STDB Site Overview," "Creating
Business Lists," "Te Diference Between Site
Analysis and Quick Demographics," "STDB
for Beginners," and "STDB for the Industrial
Professional." Other videos cover specifc
components of the STDB platform.
Te tutorials walk users through diferent
workfows of the site with step-by-step PDF
documents. Users can also view screenshots,
maps, completed workfows, and more on
the samples page. Tese tools can be very
helpful for nonusers who want a glimpse of
what STDB has to ofer and for current users
looking for advanced solutions to various
site-related issues.
Social Media
CCIM members can also visit the STDB
Facebook page and Twitter account for siterelated information, industry news, technol-
CCIM.com
ogy tips, samples, and various commercial
real estate blogs and discussions. Tis allows
members to not only engage with CCIMTech/STDB on social media, but also to connect with fellow real estate professionals to
increase their network, grow their business,
and close deals faster.
Tech Support
Finally, CCIMTech communicates with
users through the CCIMTech Support Center, where users can submit a ticket to speak
with a support specialist for site issues or
further help. Some of the most frequently
asked questions pertain to various STDB
tools and functions, understanding the
data methodology, and how STDB can help
CCIM members leverage the technology
in their everyday practice. Users can also
view the Support Center Knowledgebase,
an archive of site-related instructions and
technology tips. Te Support Center can be
accessed at www.ccimtechsupport.com.
All CCIM candidates and designees have
unlimited access to the powerful tools provided within STDB. Te comprehensive integration of demographic information, GIS,
analytical, and fnancial tools can be used in
all facets of the commercial real estate industry. CCIMTech has established itself as an
industry leader in providing cutting-edge
tools for commercial real estate professionals. CCIM members can expect a number
of innovative enhancements to STDB soon.
Joel Kahn, CCIM, is vice president, Ben Wilson
is marketing executive, and Hayden Pittman
is social media and PR coordinator for CCIM
Technologies. Visit www.stdb.com or www.
stdblearningcenter.com for more information.
STDB'S NEW LOOK
CCIMTech unveiled a redesigned
STDB portal in June. Visit www.stdb.
com to check it out. And watch for
more changes coming soon.
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