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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!

Today is International Women's Day!

Remembering 5 notable women who have driven innovation in the Tech Industry.

The Future of Healthcare at HIMSS 2019

The Healthcare industry is one of the most innovative sectors that is currently in a period of rapid advancement. So the Intellis executive team spent last week meeting leaders at the annual HIMSS conference, a pivotal health IT event held in Orlando, which brings together over 45,000 health IT professionals, clinicians, executives, vendors, and patient advocates from around the world.

Implementing New Technology for Efficient Facilities Management

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?

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.

These are the Top 5 Facility Management Technology Trends to Watch in 2019

Digital transformation dominated the Facilities Management sector in 2018. When it comes to improvements around quality, production, and longevity of physical assets, digital transformation is an unfolding revolution set to continue throughout 2019. Here, we discuss the top Facility Management technology trends to watch.

Benefits of Mobile Technology for Facility Managers

Information on demand when and where you need it? That's the top benefit of using mobile technology to access data that your facilities management team has collected about your organization's buildings and physical assets.

Exciting Developments in Smart Cities

Increasingly, infrastructure and construction projects are using innovative digital technology to improve long-term asset management. Here we examine some of the emerging technologies and trends leading the "Smart Cities" revolution.

Intellis Wins 2018 Stevie Awards for Women in Business

Carmen Macias, Director of Project Management, has received a Silver Award for “Female Executive of The Year - Business Products - 11-2,500 Employees” and a Bronze Award for “Woman of The Year - Technology” at the 15th Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. The awards dinner took place at the Sheraton Hotel in New York City on Friday, November 16, 2018.

Clients Who Inspire Us: The Department of Education and the School Construction Authority

Great things happen when engineering and social good are combined! Today we are pleased to say "Congratulations" to The Department of Education (DOE) and the School Construction Authority (SCA) on the release of their exciting new proposal for a $17 billion capital plan for Fiscal Year 2020 to 2024.

Beyond the Buzzwords: Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, and Facilities Management

How do new innovations in Information Technology (IT) impact Facilities Management (FM)? Recently, there has been a lot of buzz about Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, and the Dark Web, but in this blog we are going to focus on Blockchain and explore the ways it could be applied to FM. At Intellis, we believe that mastery is a moving target, which is why we are constantly evolving our products and services to better serve your organization, and our development team has its eye on this exciting new technology!