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The Metaverse and Facility Management
November, 2021
Virtual ecosystems will have more impact on the future of FM than new technologies used individually. That is why, without further ado, we must gain an understanding of new concepts such as the metaverse and its relationship with our work.
The 3 perceptions of Asset
October, 2021
Differentiating and also relating Assets with Facility Management is key to understanding the interdependencies that may exist, particularly if we are to avoid mistaking the models associated with them.
The Facility Management Frankenstein
August, 2021
The 1817 novel written by Mary Shelley tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, which interestingly enough is the name of the scientist and not the name of the creature he created.
Becas Profesionales Remuneradas 2021
July, 2021
Queremos ofrecer 3 becas profesionales en 2021 remuneradas, en las que se combina la parte práctica con la formación en Facility Management
What is Facility Management in 2021?
June, 2021
Defining what Facility Management is in 2021 can be very simple or very complicated, depending on the observer’s point of view regarding the reality and potential of each individual organisation.
Drugs in the office
April, 2021
FM is a dealer who can, legally, help produce 4 of the substances that trigger happiness and enhance people’s emotions. This is done naturally and as part of the work process.
The waves of Facility Management
March, 2021
Until a year ago the word wave was related to the sea, surfing or something associated to that area. If you ask someone today what it suggests, they will sadly say COVID, and they will probably ask what wave we are currently experiencing.
Backing FM
February, 2021
The future of Facility Management will depend on how well this sector’s professionals and service companies maintain the position they have gained during the pandemic.
3D Printing: ignored by Facility Management
January, 2021
“Merry_Christmas” was the first SMS text message sent on December 3rd, 1992. No one except telecom companies’ visionaries who raced to integrate this service thought that this type of communication would last.
Facility Management. Global Awareness Survey 2021
January, 2021
Results of the international project are challenging and they could influence the future development of Facility Management. We have the opportunity to analyse and take decisions.
Facility Management first-aiders
November, 2020
“The objectives to be met must be defined and aligned by means of suitable training, otherwise we will never achieve the credibility and recognition we strive for in FM”.
Invisible Partners
October, 2020
All service companies, not only traditional ones but also the most progressive, deserve the acknowledgement they have obtained only recently as a result of the current dreadful situation. They are Facility Management’s invisible partners.
Solid training will determine professional limits in Facility Management
September, 2020
It’s up to individuals to acquire sufficient knowledge to gain a well-deserved position in companies. That privilege comes at a price.
Remote natives
September, 2020
Young people often perform tasks remotely. Proposing alternative solutions to them, where technology and not having to attend in person are not the norm, will not be easy.
Facility Management: more psychology, less maintenance
August, 2020
It’s time FM was given the credit it deserves. The current situation may help to demonstrate its importance concerning people’s needs.
The False Flexibility of Work
July, 2020
The current situation is generating a false perspective about flexible work solutions and their impact for companies.
Facility Management in Africa. Are you ready?
July, 2020
The African continent may become the main demand driver of Facility Management services, but you must be familiarized with the market before gaining foothold.
Digitalization in Facility Management: Mission Impossible
July, 2020
The term “digitalization” is often mentioned, but we must endow it with practicality and, above all, be able to apply it to the real needs of every role.
Are you a teleworker? Let’s revise your salary
June, 2020
The increasing popularity of telework leaves the door open to a newfound mobility which has legal consequences, but also drives businesses to revise all associated costs.
Facility Management Salary Survey
May, 2020
This cross-sectional study will mark a turning point in the way the discipline within organisations is understood.
Remote working means (and will mean) trust
May, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis will be remembered as, among other things, an unprecedented social experiment, particularly regarding remote working.
How to help build the future of Facility Management
May, 2020
Find out how you can contribute to the development of Facility Management while benefiting as an author or participant.
The importance of Facility Management training
May, 2020
We’re sometimes unaware of the need for Facility Management training; it’s a general belief that knowledge is acquired empirically.
How much does Facility Management save you?
May, 2020
We can guarantee that Facility Management models, or rather their implementation, provide companies with savings.
How to choose the right Facility Management consulting firm
April, 2020
Engaging with a good consulting firm for Facility Management processes and strategies is part of a company’s success. Below are some key aspects that should be assessed.
Research and Facility Management
April, 2020
Facility Management research activities effectively measure a particular market or sector’s maturity.
Will COVID-19 check (mate) Corporate Real Estate?
March, 2020
How COVID-19 might impact corporate real estate and Facility Management, and what we should consider in order to provide an appropriate solution.
Remote working isn’t the same as lockdown
March, 2020
During the COVID-19 crisis, working from home is being confused with lockdown.
El Facility Management del “espacio”, literalmente
March, 2020
¿Cómo sería el modelo de FM de una empresa que trabaja hoy en un producto que no estará acabado en 20 años? El caso de la Agencia Espacial Europea.
5 things to take into consideration before choosing a Facility Management training programme
January, 2020
Before selecting a Facility Management training programme for you or your team, you need to understand certain things. This preliminary test might help.
Guía práctica – Benchmark en Facility Management (II)
December, 2019
En la primera entrega vimos lo que era un benchmark. En esta segunda veremos tipos, el valor que aportan y lo que se debe considerar antes de usarlos.
5 reglas de Oro para Asociaciones Profesionales de Facility Management
November, 2019
Estoy convencido de que las asociaciones son una pieza clave para que el FM crezca en aquellos mercados donde tiene
Guía práctica – Benchmark en Facility Management (I)
November, 2019
El concepto más demandado en el sector del Facility Management y que menos validez real tiene si no se obtiene correctamente, es el de “benchmark”.
El 5G y el Facility Management
April, 2019
Es raro si no has oído el término 5G, pero es necesario entender qué es y conocer cómo se está
Guía práctica – Modelos de FM, factores de éxito para su implantación
December, 2018
Son muchas las ventajas de implantar un modelo de Facility Management, pero para alcanzar todos sus beneficios es necesario tener en cuenta varios aspectos.
Guía práctica – Iluminación con LED
December, 2018
El uso de diodos emisores de luz (LED) ha supuesto una revolución en el mundo de la iluminación, aunque es dificil pronósticar si es el futuro.
Where is the added value in FM?
December, 2017
Where is the added value in FM? I will answer in this post, to those who have asked me where
The added value in Facility Management
October, 2017
Speaking about added value is, at the least, complicated for a discipline that has a wide range of responsibilities such
When the Facility Management meets Construction
June, 2017
Esto que parece el inicio de una cita romántica, y que puede acabar en matrimonio, fue el planteamiento que utilicé
Risk Transfer
April, 2017
There are two mottos in Facility Management, “Value for Money” and ”Risk Transfer”, this last one, Risk Transfer, is often
My workplace is where I am
February, 2017
It is becoming more and more common that companies adopt “flexiworking” as their way of working. It is clearer every
A Facility Management Recipe
July, 2016
Explaining what Facility Management is, is very different depending on the country where you are and the way it’s understood
SLAs in Facility Management
July, 2016
Through the years I’ve been working as Facility Management consultant and trainer, I‘ve had to explain what FM is to
10 ideas to help you understand Facility Management
July, 2016
Ten ideas to help you understand Facility Management, whether you are a Facility Manager or not: Facility Management is a Bachelors
Facility Management Providers (II – Types of Demand)
May, 2016
This article is part of a series: (i) ‘An Introduction’, (ii) ‘Types of Demand’, (iii) ‘Types of Supply’ and (iv)
Facility Management Providers (I- An Introduction)
March, 2016
This article is part of a series: (i) ‘An Introduction’, (ii) ‘Types of Demand’, (iii) ‘Types of Supply’ and (iv)
Análisis de herramientas IWMS y Grado de Implantación en el Mercado Español
December, 2015
El objetivo de este documento es presentar de una manera sintética el grado de implantación de las herramientas de gestión en Facility Management.
If I were a doctor, I’d go to my congress
July, 2015
Since we are born, we are constantly learning and many times we think that when we reach adulthood this process
What instrument does a Facility Manager play?
July, 2015
Our leading character is tuning every instrument to get optimal results from each and every one of them. Getting a
What do companies take from Facility Management?
June, 2015
Every company has a different organizational model, there are as many models as companies, since every model is unique. Taking
What is Facility Management in an organization all about?
May, 2015
The Facility Management discipline has become one of the fastest growing sectors over the past decade. Today, many organizations recognize
Iluminación LED III: La sostenibilidad y la tecnología LED. Conclusiones
April, 2015
No queremos finalizar esta guía para Facility Managers sin hablar de la sostenibilidad y de la repercusión de la tecnología
Iluminación LED II: Identificando ahorros con tecnología LED
April, 2015
Tras ver las ventajas e inconvenientes de la iluminación LED en los entornos de trabajo, en esta segunda parte vamos
Iluminación LED I: La iluminación con LED en el entorno de trabajo
April, 2015
El uso de diodos emisores de luz (LED) ha supuesto una revolución en el mundo de la iluminación aunque la
Thermo-active Systems in Facility Management
April, 2015
Temperature is one of the biggest Facility Managers’ headaches. A high percentage of the complaints an FM Department receives are
Management Tools for Facility Management
March, 2015
The growing need for profitability, business flexibility and transparency means a bigger and bigger challenge for Facility Managers. What are
