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How cowboys & facility managers help create innovation in the workplace

Innovation is defined as “the development and implementation of new ideas by people who, over time, engage in transactions with others within an institutional order.” Company culture and the people that comprise your workforce are the two most critical factors influencing innovation in the workplace. Companies who strive to lead in the development of new […]

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The cost of space: should fms share with other department heads?

Offices today are continually evolving to meet the needs of their employees and clients. In the hustle and bustle, departments often start using more space and resources, but rarely do department managers look at how they can make the most of the space that they already have. Wasted space is costly in terms of money

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Workplace culture gets strengthened by social interaction and respect

The modern day workplace has become increasingly complex. Organizations who wish to rise to the top in their industry have more details to contend with than ever before. Gone are the days of just coming to work, putting your head down, and grinding out the work. The workplace of 2015 is about change, technical and

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Does your space forecasting strategy align with your company goals?

Every workplace has goals. These goals might be financial, they might be customer-oriented, and they may be mission-driven. Whatever the goals of your organization, every department needs to work to achieve them. As a facilities manager, you need to make sure that your space forecasting strategy works in alignment with the strategic goals of your

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Do you know what 1 vacant workstation costs your company each year?

While office workstations are necessary for in-house employees and managers to complete daily tasks, these spaces can prove costly when such workstations are left vacant. These ‘workplace pockets’ can negatively affect the bottom line for businesses, making it crucial to manage space effectively. With an increasing number of employees becoming more mobile and working remotely

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A wide open mind leads to innovation and a wide open workspace

Having an open mind is perhaps one of the most difficult, yet rewarding traits those in a leadership position must possess. An open-minded and flexible leader invokes trust that spreads throughout the workforce, opening up the door to free thinking and collaborative conversations. As the FM, you are faced with the unique opportunity to help

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Top 6 benefits of iwms for your company

Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) is a software solution that offers many benefits for facility management. It helps companies optimize their workplace resources and manage space efficiently. IWMS benefits also include simplifying complex issues, adapting to changing needs, connecting to IT solutions along with increasing cost savings and efficiency. 

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Relationship building supports innovation at the company level and beyond

As Facilities Managers lead their companies in managing and overcoming everyday obstacles and change, innovation is no longer just desirable, but rather critical, for success. Expected to be the jack of all trades, an FMs creativity in developing innovative solutions has become a valued requirement for those in the FM field, with many companies citing

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5 ways to keep distractions down to a minimum in an open workspace

Well, hello there neighbor. If the staff at your facility complain of days spent struggling to meet deadlines, they may be experiencing some of the challenges of an open workspace environment. Open workplaces can be wonderful opportunities for social interaction and creative collaboration, but a noisier and more open office environment can also pose challenges

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Your fm software must interface with existing processes and systems

The modern business world is complex, ever-evolving and always competitive. Successful businesses understand this dynamic and work to find new and effective ways to stay relevant and innovative. The emergence of the Internet added an entirely new dimension to an already cut-throat environment, with avenues like Social Media and mobile tools offering access to data

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