With increasing foreign investment in Vietnam, the number of businesspeople and experts residing long-term in the country is also rising. As a result, renting and living in serviced apartments is becoming a new trend for these individuals.
To learn more about serviced apartments, check out BRD Vietnam‘s article here. In this article, we will delve deeper into the international standards for serviced apartments.
1.Overview of Serviced Apartments
1.1. What is a Serviced Apartment?
A serviced apartment is a relatively new concept in Vietnam but is familiar to people in developed countries.
This is a type of fully furnished apartment for business travelers, either solo or in groups, with or without family. Ranging in size from 25m2 to 150m2, these apartments are usually rented long-term (3-6 months or more) or for short stays (about a week).
1.2. Classification of Serviced Apartments by Standards
1.2.1. Small Serviced Apartments
These apartments typically have one bedroom, with a small area and flexible design to maximize space. Studio apartments in this segment usually start from 25m2. Despite their small size, they are extremely well-designed and functional.
1.2.2. Medium-sized Serviced Apartments
These apartments have an area of 45m2 or more, with 2 to 3 bedrooms, and are moderately priced.
1.2.3. Luxury Serviced Apartments
Usually located in central districts of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City or in luxury resorts in famous tourist destinations. The rent for these apartments is generally higher than the average market rate.
1.2.4. Condo Hotels (Condotels)
A special type of serviced apartment, combining features of apartments and hotels. Condotels are fully equipped and large-scale, often situated alongside 5-star hotels or resorts.
2.International Standards for Serviced Apartments
2.1. ISO 27001:2013 – Information Security Management
ISO 27001:2013 is the international standard for information security management. For managing information and data security in the serviced apartment industry, this standard plays a crucial role in protecting personal customer information and business data.
Serviced apartments must implement appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or leakage of critical information.
2.2. ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
ISO 9001:2015 is an international quality management standard and one of the first standards that the serviced apartment industry should consider.
This standard ensures that all aspects of serviced apartment management meet high-quality standards. It includes process management, risk control, and customer satisfaction assurance.
2.3. ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management
ISO 14001:2015 is the international standard for environmental management, particularly important for the serviced apartment industry.
This standard ensures that business operations are conducted sustainably and in an environmentally friendly manner. Serviced apartments should implement measures to reduce energy consumption, manage waste efficiently, and promote the use of renewable energy sources.
2.4. ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety
ISO 22000:2018 is the standard for food safety and management related to food. Ensuring food safety is a top priority in the serviced apartment industry.
Food services must follow food safety procedures and conduct regular inspections to ensure the safety and quality of food provided to customers.
2.5. ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety Management
ISO 45001:2018 is the international standard for occupational health and safety management. Safety is an important part of serviced apartment management. This standard ensures that everyone, including customers and staff, is protected from risks and accidents during the use or provision of services.
2.6. ISO 19650 – Building Information Management
ISO 19650 is an international standard for building information management, crucial for managing and maintaining serviced apartments. This standard ensures that information related to building and maintenance is effectively managed, optimizing the maintenance and improvement of services.
3.BRD Vietnam
Currently, investors need a professional Real Estate Management unit to advise and help them not only manage the services provided to customers but also ensure high room utilization rates, contributing to building a cultural community with an ideal living space where all customers consider it “LIKE THEIR OWN HOME.”
BRD Vietnam manages and leases serviced apartments, taking responsibility for assets, operating personnel, and committed services, offering both domestic and international customers opportunities to invest in serviced apartments even if they lack experience, time, or management and operational capabilities.
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