Technology is transforming the way we learn and teach, and the facilities management industry is no exception. In recent years, higher education facilities professionals have been grappling with limited budgets and the need to do more with less. To address these challenges, the industry has been turning to technology to improve efficiency and reduce costs. In this blog, we will explore three key tech trends that are revolutionizing the education facilities management industry. So, buckle up and get ready to discover the latest innovations that are reshaping this vital sector.

Efforts toward emergency preparedness have increased substantially, particularly since 9/11. Facility managers must be ready for anything from bomb threats to flooding, labor strikes, workplace violence, and more. Facility managers must have emergency response management plans to ensure the safety of their employees, visitors, and physical assets. Such plans help mitigate the impact of unforeseen events such as natural disasters, accidents, or security breaches. They are designed to provide guidance and direction to employees during emergency situations and outline the procedures for responding to potential threats. How to create an emergency response management plan? Read on to discover how!

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Major transformation is underway in the healthcare sector.

Traditionally, Facility Optimization has focused on decreasing energy use, increasing equipment reliability, and reducing operating costs. Today, Facility Optimization has evolved far beyond simply managing energy consumption as a tactic to improve the bottom line. Innovative tech and software platforms have revolutionized how Facility Managers operate buildings, focusing on enhanced asset performance, connected buildings, and preventive maintenance management.

At Intellis, we keep a keen eye on the technological developments shaping the future of the Facilities Management Industry. Our mission is to harness the latest tech advancements with our mobile enterprise solutions, such as FOUNDATION, to provide our clients with the best software solutions that will ensure healthy building and infrastructure operations while also reducing costs and improving productivity-boosting sustainability. Here are the top trends that we think will transform the Facilities Management Industry.