{"id":20236,"date":"2024-10-30T10:11:19","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T10:11:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/?p=20236"},"modified":"2024-12-02T05:00:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T05:00:31","slug":"adda-community-times-october-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"ADDA Community Times &#8211; October Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome to the October edition of ADDA Community Times!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfBgRggdJOOrrA0GSAVbORS1-t4UMHPzP6G7v0ZY7GvU2cSZEYzTvaY6InVWmP0u_Obq6T0gv2LcxeDX5KgAZlnPqBYyu4UERjNyStJAX-qjAUj5uqUBk2-N3VTV6k1Kt8S1cfMQHrHUEf-ySiwgMQDc3_b?key=l8HXkFrhbpIapz2p-kVyrw\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we get started with our Updates and Community News, let us take this opportunity to wish you, your family and your vibrant community &#8211; <strong>A Very Happy Diwali!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8c20f7decb\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8c20f7decb\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#ADDA_in_News\" >ADDA in News!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#%F0%9F%8F%86_We_Made_It_to_the_Finals_%E2%80%93_World_Realty_Congress_2024\" >\ud83c\udfc6 We Made It to the Finals \u2013 World Realty Congress 2024!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#Looking_for_Homemade_Diwali_Laddoos_or_Decor_%F0%9F%8E%81%E2%9C%A8\" >Looking for Homemade Diwali Laddoos or D\u00e9cor? \ud83c\udf81\u2728<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#Sneak_Peak_into_Best_Practices_for_Residential_Communities_Community_Guidelines\" >Sneak Peak into Best Practices for Residential Communities: Community Guidelines<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#Community_Celebrations_Chaos_Not_necessarily\" >Community Celebrations = Chaos? Not necessarily!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-community-times-october-edition\/#And_the_Festive_Season_is_finally_here\" >And the Festive Season is finally here!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ADDA_in_News\"><\/span>ADDA in News!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ADDA has been a&nbsp;<strong>pioneer<\/strong>&nbsp;in the Community Management Space. In the below article, read about ADDA&#8217;s pioneering work in bringing&nbsp;<strong>Data Security best practices<\/strong>&nbsp;and cutting edge technologies like<strong>&nbsp;IoT, AI<\/strong>&nbsp;in Community management space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article also covers the huge risk of Data Security when a Community uses a Community App from a company who has Advertising Business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In India, overall there is a surge in the number of housing societies that are migrating to ad-free Community Apps like ADDA. <\/p>\n<cite>Financial Express<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Read full article in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.financialexpress.com\/money\/how-data-security-is-reshaping-digital-property-management-3641606\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Financial Express&gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DataQuest<\/strong>, a leading publication writes about the importance of using a Serious Housing Society \/ Apartment Management &amp; Accounting software like ADDA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dqindia.com\/business-solutions\/the-critical-role-of-smart-software-in-residential-society-management-7087028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Read full article here&gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this thought leadership article in&nbsp;<strong>News9Live<\/strong>, ADDA spoke about various topics &#8211; How AI can boost Security in Housing Societies, How AI can work together with IoT, and more..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news9live.com\/technology\/features\/adda-io-on-how-housing-societies-can-leverage-ai-2735467\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Read the full article here&gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%86_We_Made_It_to_the_Finals_%E2%80%93_World_Realty_Congress_2024\"><\/span><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 We Made It to the Finals \u2013 World Realty Congress 2024!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Guess what? We\u2019ve hit a home run! \ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\u26be<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADDA is now a finalist at the <strong>World Realty Congress Awards 2024<\/strong> in not one, not two, but <strong>THREE<\/strong> fantastic categories!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/feed\/update\/urn:li:activity:7254378447337074688\/?actorCompanyId=704670\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfBW0-UooAm4i9hpUuMuQMaPOfkOz7h4dpKa1QFR2ksLGb09QDJl-pYMV81bt4LnvlblXJiwhiTq9_1AJqsUZwwfm4IQQo0x7Xi5f4mruXYs52JZ7FCl_2ZpvCnOrwSehKvlGavd3SXdiXDDtq3e0dPY9Zu?key=l8HXkFrhbpIapz2p-kVyrw\"><\/a><br>\u2728 Categories we&#8217;re shining in:<br>\ud83c\udfc6 Best Digital Transformation of the Year<br>\ud83c\udfc6 Best PropTech Company of the Year<br>\ud83c\udfc6 Best Tenant Engagement Solution of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fingers crossed \ud83e\udd1e for the win in Dubai!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Feature in Focus &#8211; ADDA Buy\/Sell<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Looking_for_Homemade_Diwali_Laddoos_or_Decor_%F0%9F%8E%81%E2%9C%A8\"><\/span><strong>Looking for Homemade Diwali Laddoos or D\u00e9cor? \ud83c\udf81\u2728<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From homemade sweets to handcrafted decorations, discover the best deals from your neighbors and nearby communities\u2014on <strong>ADDA Buy\/Sell!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-1024x536.png\" alt=\"ADDA Buy\/Sell\" class=\"wp-image-20237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-150x79.png 150w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-1170x612.png 1170w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22-585x306.png 585w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Banner-22.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Got something special to offer? \ud83c\udfa8\ud83c\udf6a<br>As a resident, you can <strong>list your festive goodies<\/strong> and connect with buyers across communities. Whether it\u2019s <strong>gift hampers, decorations, or festive treats<\/strong>, share the joy and <strong>make this Diwali a little brighter<\/strong> for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s celebrate <strong>together<\/strong> with the best local finds\u2014because nothing beats the magic of community shopping! \ud83d\udecd\ufe0f\ud83d\udcab<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sneak_Peak_into_Best_Practices_for_Residential_Communities_Community_Guidelines\"><\/span><strong><strong>Sneak Peak into Best Practices for Residential Communities:<\/strong> Community Guidelines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Anirudh-best-practices-1.png\" alt=\"Anirudh best practices\" class=\"wp-image-20238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Anirudh-best-practices-1.png 500w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Anirudh-best-practices-1-300x120.png 300w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Anirudh-best-practices-1-150x60.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_Celebrations_Chaos_Not_necessarily\"><\/span><strong>Community Celebrations = Chaos? Not necessarily!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the festive season going on, your community might be vibrant with events and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is at this time that it is <strong>essential <\/strong>that residents are aware of and follow the community guidelines for safe and fun celebrations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With ADDA\u2019s Community Guidelines Module, all the community rules are in one place\u2014easy to access for residents, easy to follow. Less chaos, more fun.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know more? <a href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/rules-made-easy-with-community-guidelines-module\/\"><em>Click here<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/rules-made-easy-with-community-guidelines-module\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeRmK8J0VQ69LnPTMLEE_NadXxO7qsuD24yabCO4dAPyCIN5P1nocBfEovIXXBE944k7nElUmk1XhHnHRvWBor9Ht2CpAlJeS8zNCqGFKLREvpyXm2Dzx-JteNs66exT0wePKLk0xbiCzNFbzbFqp3GtnSj?key=l8HXkFrhbpIapz2p-kVyrw\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADDA at SBEF!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADDA made waves at the <a href=\"https:\/\/sbef.builtenvironmentme.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7th Smart Built Environment Forum<\/a> at Grosvenor House, Dubai, as a Sponsor, and guess what?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-at-smart-built-environment-forum\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfBZziug3feue4LB9z4hGitBC9v2ZxnlLnVTEWsLrJvil5rE1WKaJIUIrz1XcSe-2XZ7EUKwnKOmDUr69jJHhQbUppapCMhoJ9KVQ0g8e429vzC6_dEyhDl6P6IpZV2VP79W_XZPvnLPpPR9oAi-zcSyiJ1?key=l8HXkFrhbpIapz2p-kVyrw\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">San Banerjee, CEO &amp; Co-founder of ADDA, speaking at the SBEF Panel in Dubai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We didn\u2019t just sit in the audience\u2014we also took the stage as an expert speaker on the topic &#8211; <strong>Vision vs Reality: AI Adoption in UAE Real Estate.<\/strong> ADDA Co-founder &amp; CEO, San Banerjee, shared her brilliant insights on this expert panel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curious about the future of community living? Click <a href=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/2024\/10\/adda-at-smart-built-environment-forum\/\"><em>here<\/em><\/a> to check out the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We congratulate the organizing team for an amazingly managed event!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_the_Festive_Season_is_finally_here\"><\/span><strong>And the Festive Season is finally here!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This Diwali, let\u2019s light up our homes and hearts with joy, togetherness, and community spirit. \ud83c\udf87 Whether it\u2019s sharing sweets with neighbors, hosting a community rangoli competition, or enjoying a safe fireworks display\u2014let\u2019s make this festival memorable for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you celebrate, here are a few reminders to keep the celebrations safe and fun:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 Use eco-friendly decorations and fireworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 Celebrate responsibly\u2014be mindful of noise levels and safety rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 Keep common areas clean and accessible for all residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you have a sparkling Diwali filled with happiness and good vibes. \ud83e\udd73<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Happy Diwali!\" class=\"wp-image-20245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1024x535.png 1024w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-150x78.png 150w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-768x401.png 768w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-585x306.png 585w, https:\/\/adda.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6.png 1127w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That wraps up things from our end. Stay tuned for more updates and tips!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Powering Happy Communities,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Team ADDA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the October edition of ADDA Community Times! 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