The UK must develop a joined - up proptech strategy to remain competitive and fulfil its potential of becoming a global hub for technology and innovation within the property market , according to a joint report from the British Property Federation and Liquid Real Estate Group . The report also calls for action to drive greater investment into research and development, and for the real estate sector to put digitalisation at the heart of its business strategies and to build digital skills into all staff training. While already leading in terms of market transparency , data infrastructure , research and innovation , the report found the UK to be lacking in terms of technology innovation and human capital investment . The report called for the creation of a digital real estate forum , greater investment in research and development , and a focus on digital skills .
The UK must develop a joined - up proptech strategy to remain competitive and fulfil its potential of becoming a global hub for technology and innovation within the property market , according to a joint report from the British Property Federation and Liquid Real Estate Group . While already leading in terms of market transparency , data infrastructure , research and innovation , the report found the UK to be lacking in terms of technology innovation and human capital investment . The report called for the creation of a digital real estate forum , greater investment in research and development , and a focus on digital skills .