Facility and workplace safety and security are broad categories that combine risk mitigation, hazard identification and removal, regulatory compliance, and proactive planning and preparation.
by Jonathan Davis on December 15, 2023
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Best practices for office hoteling
Hoteling is a great solution to limited office space. If you’ve got more people than desks, office hoteling is a way to share those desks in a way that’s more than just non-disruptive.
by Jonathan Davis on December 11, 2023
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How maintenance management supports facility safety
Facility maintenance supports facility safety by helping you make sure all building systems are operating correctly and safely.
by Jonathan Davis on December 5, 2023
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How much space do you need per employee?
Coworking spaces are a popular option for companies supporting a mix of remote, traditional, and hybrid workers.
by Jonathan Davis on December 4, 2023
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Podcast Ep. 96: RCM: Tailor-made facility management maintenance
In episode 96 of Asset Champion, host Mike Petrusky speaks with IFMA Fellow Michelle Terrio about the power and potential of reliability centered maintenance (RCM) for facility management.
by Jonathan Davis on December 1, 2023
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Ensure digital accessibility for people with disabilities
Disability inclusion is vital to upholding human rights. This is why the United Nations (UN) proclaimed Dec. 3rd as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in 1992.
by Jonathan Davis on November 30, 2023
Designing for success: tips to modernize your office
The modern trend of moving into older spaces specifically for the classic architecture has a lot of aesthetic appeal, but it might leave you with a workplace that’s less than ergonomic.
by Jonathan Davis on November 30, 2023
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The importance of soft services in facility management
Most facility managers are familiar with hard services — the fixed parts of a facility’s operation you can’t change.
by Jonathan Davis on November 29, 2023
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Be thankful for employee engagement surveys
With American Thanksgiving approaching, it’s time for reflection and gratitude. Gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness, both in our personal and professional lives. In the workplace, gratitude starts from the top down.
by Jonathan Davis on November 21, 2023
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Value creation and cost control with asset management technologies
Despite all the changes in the workplace, from the sudden arrival of widespread remote work to the rise of return-to-office initiatives and the hybrid model,
by Jonathan Davis on November 16, 2023
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Podcast Ep. 102: Smart cities and the intersection of technology and asset management
In episode 102 of Asset Champion, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Paul Doherty, IFMA Fellow and CEO of The Digit Group, Inc. (TDG)
by Jonathan Davis on November 15, 2023
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Podcast Ep. 264 recap: Exploring workplace technologies for the new ways of work
In episode 264 of Workplace Innovator, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Michael Prischula, Managing Director for Intelligent Digital Workplaces at Accenture.
by Jonathan Davis on November 13, 2023
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Top facility management technology trends 2024
Organizations need return-to-office initiatives with levels of comfort and connection remote work can’t deliver.
by Jonathan Davis on November 9, 2023
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Prepare to lead an AI-augmented workforce
AI (artificial intelligence) is continuing to advance and reshape industries worldwide. Companies are now tasked with preparing their workforce to work alongside AI technologies.
by Jonathan Davis on November 8, 2023
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Podcast Ep. 250 recap: Real talk about the purpose of the office
In episode 250 of Workplace Innovator, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Kay about the challenges and opportunities facing workplace leaders as they balance the needs of individuals while creating spaces and strategies that also build teams and a thriving culture.
by Jonathan Davis on October 27, 2023
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Podcast Ep. 250 recap: The purpose of the office
In episode 250 of Workplace Innovator, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Kay about the challenges and opportunities facing workplace leaders as they balance the needs of individuals while creating spaces and strategies that also build teams and a thriving culture.
by Jonathan Davis on October 20, 2023
3 benefits of digital asset maintenance management solutions for mid-market companies
When it comes to implementing new technologies, mid-market companies often find themselves trapped in the middle.
by Jonathan Davis on October 18, 2023
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Top office design trends to consider in 2024
A 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. corporate job looks different from what it once did. The 2020 global pandemic caused workplace design trends to shift in recent years.
by Jonathan Davis on October 17, 2023
Podcast ep 98 recap: 2023 asset management “mega-trends” and predictions
The session is a podcast episode from the Asset Champion series, where industry leaders discuss trends, challenges, and technologies impacting facility maintenance and asset management.
by Jonathan Davis on October 13, 2023
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[Guide] How to become a facility manager
As a field, facility management is seeing a lot of growth as new positions open, attracting the attention of up-and-coming workplace professionals.
by Jonathan Davis on October 12, 2023
What to expect at Autodesk University 2023
Autodesk University 2023 returns to Las Vegas, and the annual event promises opportunities to learn and connect for industry leaders from architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), design, manufacturing, and media and entertainment.
by Jonathan Davis on October 11, 2023
Real estate spotlight: Improving federal building operations
The age of hybrid work is as much a part of the Federal employee experience as it is in other corporate workplace environments.
by Jonathan Davis on October 10, 2023
Podcast Ep. 241 recap: Finding happiness at work
In episode 241 of Workplace Innovator, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Dr. Tracy Brower, Vice President of Workplace Insight for Steel Case
by Jonathan Davis on October 6, 2023
Leverage visitor management systems during emergencies
Whether it’s a fire, flood, earthquake, or active shooter, events like these require a clear evacuation plan.
by Jonathan Davis on October 3, 2023
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Office manager vs. facilities manager: What’s the difference?
Office. Facility. For many, these words mean basically the same thing. But to someone familiar with the roles and responsibilities behind these job titles, they’re quite different.
by Jonathan Davis on October 2, 2023
Podcast Ep. 54: Maintenance & reliability talent acquisition
Preparing for the Future of Asset Management In episode 54 of Asset Champion, host Mike Petrusky speaks with Chris Pepin, founder and managing partner at Progressive Reliability, a service-focused talent acquisition firm.
by Jonathan Davis on September 29, 2023
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Q&A: How to optimize your mid-sized company workplace
While workspace management wasn’t always a priority for mid-sized organizations, it is today.
by Jonathan Davis on September 27, 2023