It’s the million-dollar question for workplace leaders: How do you plan an office environment that can adapt to keep up with the evolving needs of the workforce, but will also stand the test of time? New buildings are planned years in advance and built to last for decades. Yet the workforce is always changing. And […]
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Is your workplace truly productive, or just busy? There’s a big difference. A workplace where employees are so busy they barely look up or stand up from their desks may look productive, but it could be a sign of real trouble. For instance, here are a few things employees likely aren’t doing if they’re too
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Workforce and workplace data is as critical to successful facilities management as wrenches and screwdrivers are to successful vehicle maintenance.
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We normally don\’t give our day-to-day routine much thought. We come to work, carry out our daily tasks and leave the office each night. If you didn\’t show up the next day, your supervisor probably wouldn\’t be too happy – but the workplace would still continue to hum along. However, have you ever stopped to think
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As a workplace manager, you enter the office each day prepared to put out fires and ensure every moving part within the business is given the knowledge and care necessary to facilitate long-term success. It is critical that you stay poised, attuned to your team, and are ready for the next challenge at a moment’s
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Like most industries, ours is a very dynamic one. Charged with helping management teams improve organizational efficiency and employee engagement, it is our duty to ensure we are up-to-date on the latest workplace trends, so that we can deliver a product that aligns with those needs.
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In the 1950s, management expert Peter Drucker coined the term “knowledge worker,” defined as: those utilizing a high degree of human intellect, creativity, and analytic skills, applying such prowess towards innovative solutions and business strategies. Drucker introduced the term at a time when we were on the cusp of a societal shift from manual labor
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Just by very definition, the role of the facilities manager is multi-faceted. The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) defines facility management as: \”a profession that encompasses multiple disciplines to ensure functionality of the built environment by integrating people, place, process and technology.\”
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As a facilities manager, you want to make sure that your workplace runs smoothly. You can spend a lot of time caught up in the need to run a facility effectively. However, to retain your employees and help them be happier and more productive while they\’re working for you, it\’s important to add a bit
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Learning how to overcome resistance to change is more important than ever in today\’s hybrid workplace, when change is the only constant. Many people resist change because they fear the unknown. They often focus more on what they believe they\’ll have to give up while underestimating what they\’ll gain, especially in the workplace. One example
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