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Key takeaways Choosing an NHS CAFM provider in the UK can feel like a challenge. With complex estates and increasingly demanding requirements, trusts need to ensure they choose a platform that meets their requirements today and can scale into tomorro…

Key takeaways Legionella outbreaks highlight the critical importance of water safety in healthcare environments Complex NHS estates and manual processes make consistent monitoring challenging Compliance requirements are resource-intensive and rely h…

Key takeaways NHS estates teams face increasing pressure from complex digital, operational and regulatory demands   Disconnected systems create data silos, limiting visibility and increasing cybersecurity risk   Fragmented data makes compliance repo…

Key takeaways Facilities management is critical to keeping hospitality operations running smoothly and guests satisfied   Preventative maintenance improves efficiency and extends the lifespan of assets   Strong FM reduces costs by minimising reactiv…

The term “smart building” has been part of our industry vocabulary for years. Yet in many commercial environments across the UK, smart still too often means siloed. A building management system here – a people counting solution there – …

Key takeaways Hybrid working has created unpredictable office usage, with overcrowded peak days and underused quiet days, making space management more complex. Traditional utilisation metrics no longer reflect reality, leading to poor decisions arou…

The NHS is at a critical juncture. Ageing estates, increasing patient demand, constrained budgets and ambitious net zero targets are placing unprecedented pressure on facilities and estates teams. Yet this challenge also presents a powerful opportuni…

Key takeaways Choosing a facilities management system is a strategic decision, requiring alignment with operational goals, cost control and long-term scalability. Start by clearly defining workflows, portfolio needs and pain points to ensure the sys…