> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guides.gresb.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guides.gresb.com/fundamentals/welcome.md).

# Welcome

**Welcome to GRESB Guides for Fundamentals:** a low-burden, focused approach for real estate managers to validate and communicate the governance and risk practices that underpin credible sustainability performance.

This resource is organized to mirror the assessment process, helping you navigate every stage of the GRESB cycle from preparation through results analysis. 

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### *<mark style="color:$success;">Prepare</mark>*

**Getting Started:** Understand initial setup and assessment basics, including portal access, scoring mechanics, and data quality and sharing principles.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><strong>Structure &#x26; Scope</strong></td><td><a href="/fundamentals/getting-started/assessment-structure-and-scope.md">Assessment Structure &amp; Scope</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Portal Guide</strong></td><td><a href="/fundamentals/getting-started/assessment-portal-guide.md">Assessment Portal Guide</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Scoring Basics</strong></td><td><a href="/fundamentals/getting-started/scoring-basics.md">Scoring Basics</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Data Quality &#x26; Validation</strong></td><td><a href="/fundamentals/getting-started/data-quality-and-validation.md">Data Quality &amp; Validation</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Data Sharing &#x26; Confidentiality</strong></td><td><a href="/fundamentals/getting-started/data-sharing-and-confidentiality.md">Data Sharing &amp; Confidentiality</a></td></tr></tbody></table>
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**Completing the Assessment:** Review everything needed to complete an assessment, including indicator instructions, evidence requirements, scoring methodologies, and frequently asked questions.

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**Leveraging your Data:** Learn about your Fundamentals Report and how to maximize its insights.

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