From Site Selection to Opening Day: See How a Centralized System Simplifies Development

Expanding your portfolio, whether through new builds, remodels, or acquisitions, should be exciting, not overwhelming. But too often, the development process becomes a juggling act: spreadsheets everywhere, email chains with contractors, and siloed teams struggling to keep track of hundreds of moving parts. 

That’s why we built the Property Works Development Module into SiteHub, our integrated lease and location management platform. It’s designed for multi-unit operators who need one place to manage every step of a project, without losing sight of the lease details that drive your timeline. 

In this post, we’ll walk you through how a centralized system can simplify everything from site selection to opening day. 

A Single System for Development and Lease Data 

Unlike standalone construction software, the Development Module lives inside SiteHub, right next to your lease administration data. 
That means every project, whether a new store, remodel, or relocation, is linked to the lease and franchise agreement for that location. When a milestone changes, the team instantly sees how it impacts key dates, obligations, and financial planning. 

Key Features That Keep You Organized

1. Customizable Project Templates

Every organization has its own process. That’s why you can customize project templates to include the stages, milestones, and data fields that matter to you. For example: 

• Site selection 

• LOI 

• Due diligence 

• Permitting 

• Construction start 

• Turnover 

• Opening 

You can also build templates for remodels versus new builds so each type of project flows consistently. 

 2. Milestone Tracking in One Place

Each project record includes: 

• Projected and actual start/turnover/close dates 

• Status and stage (e.g., Permitting, Under Construction) 

• Brand and asset action (New Build, Remodel, Relocation) 

• Linked franchise agreements and leases 

• Environmental, PSA, and permit milestones 

This makes it easy to see exactly where each project stands without digging through spreadsheets or email threads. 

 3. Document Management

Every document, Phase I studies, deeds, closing documents, pro formas, PSA agreements, traffic and comp maps, lives in one central location attached to the project. No more hunting for attachments across multiple inboxes. 

 4. Real-Time Reporting

Custom reports like the Development Project Review Report let you filter projects by stage, region, or target date. In seconds, your team can see: 

• Which projects are at risk of falling behind 

• Key expiration dates and options 

• How many projects are in permitting vs. construction 

Who Should Use the Development Module? 

The Development Module is built for cross-functional teams: 

• Real estate and development teams for managing timelines and milestones 

• Construction and facilities teams for tracking documents and contractor updates 

• Finance teams to align capital planning with projected opening dates 

• Executives and franchisors who need quick, accurate visibility across the portfolio 

And because it’s built right into SiteHub, it keeps lease administration, operations, and development on the same page. 

The Power of Integration 

Here’s where it all comes together: 
When lease administration and development management live in one system, nothing falls through the cracks. 

• Development milestones automatically inform lease timelines. 

• Lease obligations (like rent commencement) are linked to construction progress. 

• Everyone—from AP to operations—works from the same, accurate data. 

This level of integration removes friction and lets your teams focus on opening doors faster. 

Final Word: From Site Selection to Opening Day 

For multi-unit operators, growth is only as smooth as your systems. With the Property Works Development Module integrated into SiteHub, you have one centralized platform to manage every location from the moment a site is identified to the day you unlock the doors. 

Ready to simplify your development pipeline? Let’s talk about how SiteHub can make your next 30 projects easier to manage than your last three. 

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