We live in uncertain times. The dynamism of the U.S. economy never ceases to amaze and businesses are faced with constant disruption. Adapting to this disruption with a flexible and nimble real estate strategy, allowing for fluctuation in people, objectives and revenues, is critical for any business in any industry to maintain a healthy bottom line.

Retail, for example—long the bastion of the suburban American landscape—has changed dramatically. With online sales continuing to grow exponentially, many major retail brands no longer maintain the number of brick and mortar stores they once did, a model that has resulted in reduced overhead costs and the potential for higher profit margins.