Since the launch of our Key Account Programme in 2006 we have been working with our occupiers to build relationships and better understand their business needs. Our Occupier Survey 2007 revealed that this had led to significant improvements in occupier satisfaction since our 2005 Survey. In 2007/08 British Land reached the top quartile of the Real Service Best Practice Index. The company was also voted the Property Managers Association’s Landlord of the Year by UK retailers.
They have become more approachable, more willing to listen and to establish more informal contact. Our relationship is now more down-to-earth, making it easier to discuss future requirements.
Office occupier feedback 2007 survey
They seem to have become more proactive and happy to talk principal to principal. It's easier now to pick up the phone and speak directly to someone. I feel the relationship with the team has improved. They've become more open and rapid in their response.
Retailer feedback 2007 survey
Our Occupier Survey 2007 microsite provides information on how we plan to improve customer service further:
73% of occupiers rated their overall satisfaction with British Land as 'good' or 'excellent' in 2007, compared to 40% in 2005.
82% of occupiers are confident British Land will comply with the Lease Code
72% of occupiers said that British Land understood their needs in 2007, compared to 37% in 2005.
We welcome your views on our CR Report and initiatives