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From thought-provoking ideas on Facility Capital Planning to entertaining stories about Successful Client Partnerships to innovations in Facilities management, the Intellis Blog has it all. So, sit back, relax, and let us take you on a journey through the world of smart solutions to improve the built environment!

How to be prepared for the next big wave of digital transformation in Facility Management

Digital transformation dominated the Facilities Management sector in 2019. When it comes to improvements around quality, production, and longevity of physical assets, digital transformation is an unfolding revolution that is set to continue throughout 2020. Here we discuss the top 5 Facility Management technology trends that you need to know about to be prepared for the next big wave of digital transformation.

The Ultimate Guide to Physical Asset Optimization for Facility Managers and Building Owners

The discipline of Facility Management is more than managing property assets; it is crucial to achieving maximum value from workplace and environmental benefits that improve productivity and protect employees and consumers.

What are the benefits of Blockchain for Facilities Managers?

Welcome to the world of blockchain technology and its impact on facility management! As a facility manager, you know how important it is to streamline operations and maintain secure data. With the rise of blockchain, you now have a powerful tool at your disposal to help you achieve those goals. In this blog, we'll explore the benefits of blockchain for facility management and how it can revolutionize the way you operate. So, let's dive into the exciting world of blockchain and see what it has in store for facility managers like you!

These are the top 3 trends that will transform facilities management in 2020

At Intellis, we keep a keen eye on the technological developments that are redefining the future of the Facilities Management Industry. It is our mission to harness the latest tech advancements with our mobile enterprise solutions, such as FOUNDATION, so that we can provide our clients with the very best software solutions to ensure healthy buildings and infrastructure while also reducing costs, improving productivity and boosting sustainability. Here are the top trends that will transform in the Facilities Management Industry this year.

3 Smart Tips for Getting your Capital Planning Projects Approved

As a facility manager coming from a background in engineering or operations, preparing and presenting a funding proposal may not come easily. So we put together a quick guide with 3 smart tips to help you ensure that your capital planning projects are approved in the new year!

These are the top 3 ways Facility Managers benefit from using technology for condition assessments and capital planning

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.

These are the top 3 trends transforming college and university facilities and capital planning

Earlier this week, our team was in Nashville for the Campus Facilities Summit to meet with heads of facilities, capital planning, construction, and engineering from the best colleges and universities nationwide. Connecting with these college and university leaders overseeing all design and construction aspects was a pleasure.

Here's what we learned at IFMA's World Workplace Conference and Expo

The International Facilities Management Association's World Workplace Conference and Expo is the largest and most exciting event of the year for facility management professionals. This year the event was hosted by the Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA at the Phoenix Convention Center. The theme was “Take Your Facility and Your Career to New Heights,” and featured a full roster of events and keynote speeches. Our executive team spent last week meeting with facilities management professionals from around the world. Here's what we learned!

3 Smart Ways to Make Facility Capital Planning Stress Free

Do you want to improve your facility capital planning process, eliminate the headaches from staring at excel, and make your job easier? Smart capital planners and facility managers use software to drastically improve the effectiveness of their operations and planning. In this guide, we’ll share 3 stress-free facility capital planning ideas that the pros use to successfully complete critical projects and even finalize value-added projects. Meaning that their facilities run smoothly and look great.

National Preparedness Month and Emergency Response Management for Facilities Managers

September is National Preparedness Month. It's a great time to re-evaluate your current emergency response plan and find areas for improvement. It is vital for facilities professionals in all industries to protect buildings and occupiers.