Introducing ASAP: Transforming Asset Management

By Leon Storer · 20 August 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving social housing sector, effective asset management has never been more crucial.

With the recent introduction of the new Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) Consumer Standards, the need for robust and responsible asset management practices has become a key priority for housing providers. ARK’s Strategic Asset Performance model, or ASAP is the solution designed to meet these challenges head-on.

The Importance of Asset Management

Asset management forms the backbone of any successful social housing operation. Housing providers carefully manage their stock, maintaining, improving, and utilising properties to their fullest potential. Effective asset management safeguards the value of housing assets while guaranteeing that tenants live in well-maintained, safe homes.

The new RSH Consumer Standards set clear expectations for social housing providers, underlining the need for transparency, efficiency, and a tenant-focused approach. Non-compliance with these standards can have serious consequences, not only for the safety and wellbeing of tenants, but for landlords and local authorities with regulatory scrutiny and reputational damage.

How ASAP Can Transform Asset Management

We specifically designed ASAP, its Strategic Asset Performance model, to transform asset management processes, providing a comprehensive and tailored solution that aligns with both regulatory requirements and best practices in the sector. Here’s how ASAP can make a significant difference:

Compliance with RSH Consumer Standards: ASAP ensures that your asset management strategies are fully aligned with the new RSH Consumer Standards. By adopting ASAP, social housing providers can streamline their processes, ensuring they meet these crucial regulations with confidence.
Data-Driven Decision Making: ASAP offers insights and analytics, empowering you to make informed decisions about your housing stock. From investment planning to maintenance scheduling, ASAP enables you to manage your assets proactively, reducing risks and improving outcomes.
Bespoke Solutions Tailored to Your Needs: Every ASAP model is bespoke to the client, tailored specifically using your organisation’s own data. We work closely with your team, gathering insights from staff through workshops conducted during the ASAP build process. This ensures that the model is perfectly aligned with your organisation’s unique needs and challenges.
Enhanced Efficiency: By automating key aspects of asset management, ASAP reduces the administrative burden on your team, allowing them to focus on strategic initiatives. This increased efficiency translates into cost savings and improved service delivery across the board.
Tenant-Focused Approach: ASAP is designed with a strong emphasis on tenant welfare, ensuring that properties are maintained to the highest standards and that tenant needs are met promptly. This tenant-centric focus not only boosts satisfaction but also helps providers meet their obligations under the RSH Consumer Standards.

Why Choose ASAP?

We recognise the unique challenges faced by social housing providers. Our deep expertise in asset management and our innovative ASAP model have positioned us as leaders in the industry. Our approach is highly collaborative, ensuring that the solutions we provide are bespoke and perfectly tailored to each client’s specific needs.

Ready to Transform Asset Management with ASAP?

If you’re looking to elevate your asset management practices and ensure compliance with the new RSH Consumer Standards, ASAP is the solution you’ve been searching for. Contact us today to learn more about how ASAP can benefit your organisation and help you achieve your asset management goals.

For more details of the model and a demonstration, speak to one of our ASAP experts today.

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