Longer decision cycles, uncertain headcounts, and new workplace strategies mean every leasing conversation is harder to sustain.

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For brokers and landlords, momentum has become the most valuable currency. And nothing drains it faster than a slow design and planning process.

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The Problem with Waiting

When a tenant expresses interest in a space, the leasing clock starts ticking.

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Traditionally, brokers would request a test fit. This custom floorplan would show how the tenant could occupy the space. But those test fits often take two to three weeks, requiring multiple rounds of coordination with designers and approvals. Those plans might be provided by an inhouse or 3rd party designer which adds time and friction to the process. 

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And too often, by the time the plan arrives, the deal may have cooled, the requirements shifted, or the tenant moved on.

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The result:

  • Weeks of lag time.

  • Lost energy and engagement.

  • Deals slipping through the cracks.

This is the “speed gap” is one of the most significant barriers to office leasing performance today.

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The New Driver: Speed

Speed isn’t about rushing. It’s about aligning with how modern tenants make decisions. Today decisions are made live (not in 2 weeks). They are done interactively and collaboratively. And decisions are done with fuller information and clarity.

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That’s where automated architectural design comes in. And, qbiq’s AI changes the game.

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In automating the preliminary design process, qbiq enables brokers and landlords to generate AI-powered test fits within hours, not weeks.  With just a few inputs like tenant size, work style, and space parameters, qbiq produces optimized layouts ready to share.

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The Impact of Speed

The traditional approach to leasing ends with general interest after a tour. But enthusiasm fades as tenants wait for a floorplan.

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The accelerated approach provides multiple optimized layout options before the end of the day, complete with a 3D flythrough to compare, visualize and decide. 

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Why Speed Matters in Office

  • Maintains Momentum: Quick turnaround keeps tenants engaged and decision-ready.

  • Increases Win Rates: Fast, professional responses build trust and credibility.

  • Reduces Vacancy Costs: Faster leasing cycles mean fewer months of idle space.

Leasing has always been about relationships. But with changing market dynamics, it’s also about responsiveness.  When landlords move faster, tenants stay interested longer.

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Speed is a Key Driver for Leasing Performance

In a market where timing determines opportunity, automation closes the gap between inquiry and commitment.

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With qbiq’s instant test fits and adaptive design workflows, landlords can keep pace with tenant expectations, shorten decision cycles, and turn interest into action.

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Teams that use qbiq’s platform are equipped to drive closing rates by 40%. Read how they use qbiq to improve close rates.