Apsiyon Blog / Announcement

Ankara University, Apsiyon and the Federation of Facility Managers (TEYFED) have signed an important cooperation protocol.

Under the protocol, the parties will carry out joint initiatives in research, development, implementation, consultancy and education. The collaboration aims to develop innovative projects that will help shape the future of the industry.

Apsiyon, one of Türkiye’s leading technology companies in the facility management industry, has joined forces with Ankara University and TEYFED.

Signed on January 7, 2025, the cooperation protocol aims to develop training programs, research projects, practical applications and data analytics initiatives that will serve the industry and create long-term value.

The partnership also lays the foundation for jointly organized training and certification programs, meetings, panels and conferences, as well as academic research, projects and industry reports.

Its primary objective is to establish a collaborative platform that combines academic expertise, technological capabilities and industry knowledge to develop more effective and sustainable approaches to real estate and facility management.

A Collaboration Shaping the Future

The cooperation between Ankara University, Apsiyon and TEYFED will focus on the following areas:

Education and Certification

Ankara University, Apsiyon and TEYFED will jointly organize certified training programs, seminars and conferences.

These initiatives will help industry professionals and students expand their knowledge and expertise. Certification programs will support the development of qualified professionals needed by the industry, while practical experience will reinforce theoretical knowledge.

Database and Index Development

Industry benchmarks, including rental and residential dues indices, will be developed using data generated through Apsiyon’s facility and real estate management solutions.

The results of these studies will also be shared with TEYFED members to support the development of solutions that represent the industry as a whole.

The index studies aim to increase transparency and contribute to the establishment of reliable industry standards.

Research and Development

Ankara University academics and postgraduate students will be encouraged to develop projects and prepare reports addressing the needs of the industry.

These studies will focus on areas such as sustainable real estate management and corporate responsibility.

The partnership will also strengthen university-industry collaboration by combining academic expertise with innovative solutions developed in response to real-world industry needs.

Technology Integration

Apsiyon’s artificial intelligence and IoT technologies will be integrated into academic studies to introduce innovative solutions to the industry.

This integration aims to improve efficiency in facility management and establish a strong foundation for the industry’s future digital transformation initiatives.

We Signed a Strategic Cooperation Protocol with Ankara University and TEYFED

Apsiyon’s Contributions to Türkiye’s Facility Management Industry

Since its establishment, Apsiyon has continued to support the development of the facility management industry and improve management processes.

With its innovative software infrastructure and comprehensive solutions, Apsiyon provides services across a broad range of areas, from residential dues tracking to IoT technologies.

By digitalizing management processes, Apsiyon contributes to greater efficiency, transparency and operational control across the industry.

Collaboration and Training Programs

Within the scope of the partnership, data collected from businesses managing facilities and real estate through Apsiyon will be calibrated and assessed for validity and adequacy by Ankara University’s research team.

The initiative also aims to obtain relevant data from software companies that are members of TEYFED.

In addition, the parties will jointly organize training programs to provide the industry with both academic knowledge and practical support.

They will collaborate in areas including training program development, contributions from trainers and industry professionals, academic support and event organization.

The parties will also work together to ensure that data sharing and joint initiatives are carried out effectively and efficiently.

Next Steps

Through this protocol, Apsiyon aims to create a comprehensive knowledge base and data pool for Türkiye’s facility management industry while strengthening collaboration with other industry stakeholders.

These efforts will support the development of reliable benchmarks and indices and contribute to progress in areas such as management and sustainability.

Ankara University’s academic expertise, Apsiyon’s technological infrastructure and TEYFED’s industry experience will come together to support the development of innovative solutions in facility management and building automation.

Projects and training programs conducted under the protocol will focus on delivering practical solutions that address the industry’s evolving needs.

Ankara University will conduct industry assessments and contribute to the development of standards, policies, benchmark data, indices and relevant course or program content.

Apsiyon and TEYFED will support the university in areas such as guiding projects and postgraduate thesis studies, providing access to industry professionals and offering students internship and on-the-job training opportunities.

Postgraduate students and academics at Ankara University will also be encouraged to conduct research and applied projects and prepare reports in line with the industry’s needs.

Studies conducted by undergraduate and postgraduate students in Ankara University’s Department of Real Estate Development and Management will be supported in areas including facility and resource management, real estate management, asset management, social and corporate responsibility, sustainable real estate and corporate real estate management.

Statements and Assessments

Prof. Dr. Necdet Ünüvar, Rector of Ankara University, said:

“With this protocol, Ankara University is further strengthening its role as a center of ideas serving the public good. This collaboration will also reinforce the bridge between academia and the industry. We will establish new standards in facility management, contributing both to our country and society.”

Kudret Türk, Co-Founder and CEO of Apsiyon, said:

“By bringing together the real economy, academia and a technology company, we will carry out initiatives focused on creating tangible value.

Our partnership with Ankara University and TEYFED will enable us to introduce innovative approaches to the industry. We aim to organize national and international training and certification programs, as well as seminars.

At Apsiyon, we want to transform the data we have accumulated into meaningful insights for our industry, analyze it accurately and make the results openly accessible.

We also aim to create a data library that can serve as a valuable resource for future industry projects. By combining our technology with academic knowledge, we will deliver innovative solutions.”

Kudret Türk also emphasized that the collaboration would generate long-term value for the industry.

Yahya Sağır, President of TEYFED, said:

“Our aim through this protocol is to eliminate misinformation in the industry, ensure that databases operate accurately, strengthen professional standards and support the professionalization of the sector.

Together, we will create an exemplary model. This collaboration will benefit students studying Real Estate Development and Management, as well as students from other departments at Ankara University.”

Yahya Sağır added that he believed the industry would embrace the collaboration and continue to progress through its outcomes.