Facilities are one of your institution's largest and most visible physical assets. So, why wouldn't you want to improve operational efficiency? Physical assets are an essential component of any institution. They provide a physical space for the organization's operations and play a crucial role in creating a positive impression on visitors and stakeholders. Ensuring efficient and effective facility management is paramount to the institution's success and reputation. Read on to find out how to improve physical asset performance.

Embracing technology is key for facility managers who oversee multi-site facility portfolios with a lot of physical assets. Structured and organized Facility Management has the potential to improve the physical performance and appearance of a building as well as its systems. It will also increase occupants satisfaction, and improve the efficiency with which all buildings and assets are maintained and operated.

How technology offers better insight and visibility into the performance of Corporate Real Estate Portfolios.

Increasingly, institutions across all industries—from education to healthcare to government—want to align buildings and capital investments with the organization's mission. This requires a focus on different types of outcomes beyond reliability and efficiency. It is precisely aligning the facilities budget and capital investments with the overall strategic plan for the organization. This will enable the institution to be more impactful.

Your facilities are one of your healthcare institution's most visible physical assets. So, why wouldn't you want Healthcare Facilities Improvements to improve operational efficiency?

Making strategic decisions that transform your institution in a way that enhances student experience, increases enrollment, and improves ROI is no easy task.

It might not feel like it, but Spring is officially here! What can facility managers and building owners do to ensure their physical assets are prepared for the new season?

Major transformation is happening in the Healthcare industry. Market dynamics, health system consolidation, mergers and acquisitions, payment reform, technological advances, and changes to the delivery of care are all re-shaping the way the healthcare industry functions. The Healthcare industry is going through a period of rapid advancement. Increasingly healthcare organizations are delivering patient care and facilities management in new ways. As the healthcare industry continues to shift toward value-based population health, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) continue to accelerate. This is creating mega-sized, nontraditional health systems. Meanwhile, the industry continues to grapple with rigid compliance regulation, pressure to enhance the patient experience, improve financial performance, and increase everyday efficiencies.

As cities grow and populations rise, the demand for electricity and other resources in the built environment increases rapidly. This has led to a need for innovative solutions that can help Facility Managers meet these growing demands while also reducing the impact on the environment. From innovative grid systems and energy-efficient buildings to renewable energy sources and sustainable transportation options, there are many different ways that we can work towards creating a more sustainable and livable future for everyone. By embracing new technologies and approaches to urban development, we can help ensure that our cities remain vibrant, healthy, and resilient for future generations.

Why is accurate reporting so important for facility capital planning? Having precise data in facilities management and capital plan reporting is crucial. But equally important is how facility managers present this information. As a facility manager, you use various tools and systems daily, including physical equipment, to perform manual repairs and data systems essential to operating your facilities and physical assets. Effectively managing a facility requires utilizing appropriate tools at the proper time to attain the best possible outcomes.