As a content creator at Eptura, Jonathan Davis covers asset management, maintenance software, and SaaS solutions, delivering thought leadership with actionable insights across industries such as fleet, manufacturing, healthcare, and hospitality. Jonathan’s writing focuses on topics to help enterprises optimize their operations, including building lifecycle management, digital twins, BIM for facility management, and preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. With a master's degree in journalism and a diverse background that includes writing textbooks, editing video game dialogue, and teaching English as a foreign language, Jonathan brings a versatile perspective to his content creation.
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Do you need a facility manager, a facility strategist, or a space optimization specialist? Based on your specific spaces, would it make more sense to place a job ad for a director of facilities or a facilities coordinator?
by Jonathan Davis on August 27, 2023
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As more and more of us work in a hybrid model, it’s important to consider the impact that corporate seniority has on how we approach going to the office.
by Jonathan Davis on August 24, 2023
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“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” – Shirley Chisholm, First African American woman elected to the US Congress Women’s Equality Day is August 26th in the US, more than 100 years after women gained the right to vote.
by Jonathan Davis on August 22, 2023
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Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) software can provide a wealth of advantages for government agencies including improved productivity, greater operational control over facilities, and real estate portfolio cost savings.
by Jonathan Davis on August 17, 2023
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From our cars to our smartwatches to door monitoring systems in our homes, sensors are now part of our everyday lives. Increasingly, sensors have become part of our workplace experience too.
by Jonathan Davis on August 16, 2023
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What really happened in your workplace in Q2 2023? Our latest research combines survey feedback on employee preferences and behaviors with an analysis of building use — and its impact on asset maintenance.
by Jonathan Davis on August 10, 2023
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Employee retention is at the top of many companies’ priority lists, and Shift Shock is not helping. Shift Shock results from the Great Resignation and Rage Applying when workers feel their new job is very different than what they were led to believe.
by Jonathan Davis on August 7, 2023
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By whatever name you call it: the gig economy, shared economy, or contingent economy, the shift that has led to the growth of on-demand services like Uber and Airbnb is increasingly impacting the global workforce.
by Jonathan Davis on August 4, 2023
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More systems and vendors don’t always create better operations. Learn how integrated facilities management helps connect teams, data, and services to improve performance.
by Jonathan Davis on July 31, 2023
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Employees who feel unappreciated by their employers respond with more than just Quiet Quitting. Rather than just doing the bare minimum at their job, they actively use their working hours to find a new job.
by Jonathan Davis on July 26, 2023
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There’s a big difference between property manager and facility manager, despite perceived similarities in the names. Knowing who’s in charge of what and where to delegate tasks is important for keeping your business’ operations running on the right track.
by Jonathan Davis on July 25, 2023
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Why is employee experience important? Because, unlike the experience of buying a car, you want employees to feel good coming to work! They shouldn’t dread the walk up to the building or feel tension when they sit down at a desk.
by Jonathan Davis on July 13, 2023
Are you ready for a summer full of vacations? Taking time off during summer is highly beneficial for businesses and workers. However, when managing multiple employees, you want to ensure that priority projects don’t fall through the cracks.
by Jonathan Davis on July 12, 2023
What is hoteling in the workplace? How is it different from hot desks? Understand the importance of hoteling as a practice in the modern workplace.
by Jonathan Davis on June 21, 2023
Corporate support has played a crucial role in the progress of LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) rights over the past two decades. Specifically, more companies celebrate Pride Month as a public gesture of support every June.
by Jonathan Davis on June 14, 2023
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Hustle culture is not as popular as it once was. Today, professionals are more motivated to work smarter, not harder. For some, that means working fewer hours than before.
by Jonathan Davis on June 5, 2023
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As hybrid work has become the norm, facility and asset maintenance leaders are turning to digital twin technology to help them become more cost effective across space planning and asset management
by Jonathan Davis on June 2, 2023
With constant technological advancements, companies continue to evolve, facing new demands. As you navigate 2023, ensure you have top-tier visitor management as current trends call for it.
by Jonathan Davis on May 31, 2023
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Do you feel self-doubt when it comes to your work? Or experience feelings of phoniness – like you’re a fraud – and often wonder if you even deserve your job? If yes, you aren’t alone.
by Jonathan Davis on May 24, 2023
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Architects, engineers, and construction professionals understand the benefits of building information modeling (BIM) in the early life cycle stages, when many teams need to coordinate vast amounts of data to design, plan, and build.
by Jonathan Davis on May 22, 2023
Unlock the power of technology to enhance your ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance with our comprehensive guide.
by Jonathan Davis on May 16, 2023
There’s no understating the importance of the workplace for business success. Facilities touch every part of the business and impact key metrics like growth, revenue, cash flow, and productivity. Facilities should be an integral part of broader company goals and objectives.
by Jonathan Davis on March 15, 2023
Data privacy management software for commercial spaces may increasingly become an important investment, however, as many of these systems provide not only data security, but also risk management solutions. These interoperable systems integrate with existing technology so as to keep data safe and well organized (and keep hard-working IT folks happy).
by Jonathan Davis on January 10, 2023
The reason behind coworking’s growing importance has to do with its balance of benefits vs. drawbacks. Coworking space pros and cons are simple and equally proportioned, but the value of benefits significantly outweighs any drawbacks. Let’s take a closer look.
by Jonathan Davis on December 27, 2022
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With the shift to a hybrid workforce, office and facility managers can reimagine the entire concept of the office, from leasing options to overall space planning.
by Jonathan Davis on November 14, 2022
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The modern workplace is driven by technology and the ability to connect a dispersed, hybrid workforce.
by Jonathan Davis on September 26, 2022
Many organizations still rely on different data sets for the separate phases of the life cycle. But by leveraging BIM, facility managers can track current usage and costs for better decision-making.
by Jonathan Davis on September 26, 2022
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Learn the benefits of integrating BIM data to boost facilities management, maintenance & operations. Find tools & case studies to get started.
by Jonathan Davis on September 26, 2022
What is the “next normal” when it comes to corporate real estate in the hybrid workplace? Experts predict many opportunities will arise.
by Jonathan Davis on September 26, 2022
Know what DEI in the workplace looks like — and acknowledge how your organization’s approach impacts it.
by Jonathan Davis on September 26, 2022
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Make sure you know about the first 3 industrial revolutions If you want to understand Industry 4.0 and your potential place in it,
by Jonathan Davis on September 7, 2022
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With increasing pressure to meet sustainability and ESG goals, many organizations are rethinking how they do business.
by Jonathan Davis on August 18, 2022
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Technology is incredibly beneficial, but it’s not without its challenges. That’s why face-to-face meetings still have their place in the modern workplace.
by Jonathan Davis on August 15, 2022