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 outcomes beyond reliability and efficiency. It aligns the facility budget and capital investments with the organization's overall strategic plan, making the institution 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?

Happy Earth Day! Infrastructure is an environmental issue. The health of our buildings and infrastructure directly impacts the well-being of humans and the environment. In this way, maintaining the built environment—our buildings, dams, bridges, power grids, and transportation systems—is absolutely crucial.

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

University students spend 20 to 30 hours a week in classrooms and labs. At Intellis, we understand that educational institutions strive to match their students' dedication with a commitment to creating a healthy, safe, stimulating, and supportive environment that meets the individual needs of all higher education students.

Facilities are the backbone of any organization. Their upkeep is critical for ensuring safety and maintaining optimal functionality. Facility condition assessments (FCAs) are essential for identifying potential issues, evaluating asset conditions, and guiding capital investment decisions. However, managing assessments for multiple buildings and assets across diverse sites can be complex.

Recent studies have shown that space growth is outpacing enrollment growth in higher education. The goal is to grow enrollment and increase space at about the same rate. However, since 2012, space growth has continued to rise while enrollment growth has remained flat. This blog discusses how to improve strategic planning in managing higher education facilities.

This blog discusses the significant transformation the healthcare industry is undergoing. Market dynamics, health system consolidation, mergers and acquisitions, payment reform, technological advances, and changes to care delivery are all reshaping its function.

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.

Preventive maintenance is key for maintaining optimal operational conditions for your organization's physical assets. This typically involves regular inspections in order to detect and correct defaults and repair deficiencies before a breakdown occurs. Here we discuss 3 tips for improving your organization's preventive maintenance program.