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How facilities management directly impacts employee satisfaction
Today, it is widely recognised that a happy employee is a productive employee. And, without question, the quality and comfort of their surroundings play a critical role in determining how happy they are day after day. When an employee is comfortable
The 11 most important facilities management metrics
Measuring your progress against KPIs is a key part of any management-focused software system. Wouldn’t you agree? After all, it’ll be nearly impossible to make significant gains if you don’t know where you can make improvements. Therefore, achi
6 ways effective facilities management can reduce costs
Facilities management services support an organisation in a number of ways. Whether it’s keeping executives up-to-speed on the leases, rents and rates of their property portfolio, guiding the course of projects from start-to-finish, or making sure
What are the advantages of planned preventative maintenance?
Discover how planning maintenance schedules in advance can maximise the efficiency and longevity of assets across your facilities. Proactive is a powerful word – one that many modern organisations aspire to be. It showcases their ability to th
What are the core functions of facilities management?
Behind the growth and development of many businesses are a variety of facilities management functions. These activities ensure companies stay up-and-running, key processes are established and maintained, and that staff are always working in an optima
5 questions FM service providers must ask before investing in a CAFM system
In the fast-paced world of facilities management, staying ahead of the curve is essential for service providers to maintain a competitive edge. With the rise of technology and automation, investing in a Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) syste
Maintenance management strategies: The 4 main types & when to use them
There are 4 key types of maintenance management strategies including run-to-failure maintenance, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance. These maintenance management strategies can be used together, or
An introduction to CAFM systems
As the responsibilities of FM professionals become far more exhaustive and challenging, CAFM has become an integral support in their ability to perform their duties efficiently and effectively. A new world of opportunity This technology has opened u