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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.
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.
“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.
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.
“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”.
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.
It’s up to individuals to acquire sufficient knowledge to gain a well-deserved position in companies. That privilege comes at a price.
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.
It’s time FM was given the credit it deserves. The current situation may help to demonstrate its importance concerning people’s needs.
The current situation is generating a false perspective about flexible work solutions and their impact for companies.
The African continent may become the main demand driver of Facility Management services, but you must be familiarized with the market before gaining foothold.
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.
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.
This cross-sectional study will mark a turning point in the way the discipline within organisations is understood.
The COVID-19 crisis will be remembered as, among other things, an unprecedented social experiment, particularly regarding remote working.
Find out how you can contribute to the development of Facility Management while benefiting as an author or participant.
We’re sometimes unaware of the need for Facility Management training; it’s a general belief that knowledge is acquired empirically.
We can guarantee that Facility Management models, or rather their implementation, provide companies with savings.
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.
Facility Management research activities effectively measure a particular market or sector’s maturity.
How COVID-19 might impact corporate real estate and Facility Management, and what we should consider in order to provide an appropriate solution.
During the COVID-19 crisis, working from home is being confused with lockdown.
¿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.
Before selecting a Facility Management training programme for you or your team, you need to understand certain things. This preliminary test might help.
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.
Estoy convencido de que las asociaciones son una pieza clave para que el FM crezca en aquellos mercados donde tiene
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”.
Es raro si no has oído el término 5G, pero es necesario entender qué es y conocer cómo se está
Son muchas las ventajas de implantar un modelo de Facility Management, pero para alcanzar todos sus beneficios es necesario tener en cuenta varios aspectos.
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? I will answer in this post, to those who have asked me where
Speaking about added value is, at the least, complicated for a discipline that has a wide range of responsibilities such
Esto que parece el inicio de una cita romántica, y que puede acabar en matrimonio, fue el planteamiento que utilicé
There are two mottos in Facility Management, “Value for Money” and ”Risk Transfer”, this last one, Risk Transfer, is often
It is becoming more and more common that companies adopt “flexiworking” as their way of working. It is clearer every
Explaining what Facility Management is, is very different depending on the country where you are and the way it’s understood
Through the years I’ve been working as Facility Management consultant and trainer, I‘ve had to explain what FM is to
Ten ideas to help you understand Facility Management, whether you are a Facility Manager or not: Facility Management is a Bachelors
This article is part of a series: (i) ‘An Introduction’, (ii) ‘Types of Demand’, (iii) ‘Types of Supply’ and (iv)
This article is part of a series: (i) ‘An Introduction’, (ii) ‘Types of Demand’, (iii) ‘Types of Supply’ and (iv)
El objetivo de este documento es presentar de una manera sintética el grado de implantación de las herramientas de gestión en Facility Management.
Since we are born, we are constantly learning and many times we think that when we reach adulthood this process
Our leading character is tuning every instrument to get optimal results from each and every one of them. Getting a
Every company has a different organizational model, there are as many models as companies, since every model is unique. Taking
The Facility Management discipline has become one of the fastest growing sectors over the past decade. Today, many organizations recognize
No queremos finalizar esta guía para Facility Managers sin hablar de la sostenibilidad y de la repercusión de la tecnología
Tras ver las ventajas e inconvenientes de la iluminación LED en los entornos de trabajo, en esta segunda parte vamos
El uso de diodos emisores de luz (LED) ha supuesto una revolución en el mundo de la iluminación aunque la
Temperature is one of the biggest Facility Managers’ headaches. A high percentage of the complaints an FM Department receives are
The growing need for profitability, business flexibility and transparency means a bigger and bigger challenge for Facility Managers. What are
La definición más comúnmente utilizada para sostenibilidad es: “Satisfacer las necesidades del presente sin poner en peligro la capacidad de
Aquí os traemos el último artículo del Instituto FMHOUSE, donde hablamos sobre la última tendencia en tecnología para el Facility Management.
“Listening to music at work increases your productivity”, you have probably heard this saying or a similar one. The truth
Intelligence degree has always been something really difficult to measure and sometimes it can make the difference when getting a
Lots of people know (though not everyone, sadly enough) that a good Facility Management model saves money to the organization.
Do you think that you could save a lot a space for your company, but just don’t have a way
En los últimos años se ha hablado mucho sobre daytime cleaning. Exponemos los pros y contras del horario diurno en la actividad de la limpieza.
Como todo proceso de creación de espacios públicos destinados a albergar usos específicos, el diseño de un Centro de Memoria,
‘What is essential is invisible to the eye’. This is what the fox said to the Little Prince in Saint-Exupery’s
Old maintenance practices, and most of the current ones, both in the private sector as well as in the public
Facility cost line is usually amongst the second or third highest of most companies’ expenditures. As a result, facilities attract
It’s often heard that saving energy at our offices is in everybody’s hands, that we should turn off computers and
Las actividades y servicios relacionados con la operativa de los activos inmobiliarios suponen el segundo centro de coste (después de
En los últimos años la tendencia hacia la edificación sostenible en España ha aumentado considerablemente, a diario nos llegan noticias
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Colaborar con el Observatorio FM es una decisión personal y voluntaria, no existiendo vinculo contractual ni retribución económica por ello.
Cualquier persona interesada puede solicitar participar como líder de un nuevo proyecto, o postularse como colaborador en alguno ya existente.
Un comité técnico valorará la temática de los proyectos propuestos y las solicitudes de los participantes, decidiendo cuáles se llevan a cabo y por quién.
Cada persona decide cuanto quiere dedicar, en función de su disponibilidad o tipo de proyecto. El objetivo es que sea una actividad altruista y no una carga de trabajo adicional.
En promover y publicar estudios que sirvan de ayuda a los profesionales del sector y para que el resto entienda nuestra profesión y disciplina.
Los resultados y entregables se comparten en abierto, reconociendo siempre las aportaciones de todos sus autores y colaboradores.
La actividad del Observatorio respetará la objetividad, ética, rigor y buenas prácticas que rigen nuestro área de Investigación.
Los colaboradores tienen acceso a las mejores herramientas colaborativas, a información sectorial y a contactos, además de contar con asistencia de expertos consultores e investigadores a nivel internacional.
FM Observatory is a platform which develops and disseminates Facility Management information. It’s accessible to all those who’d genuinely like to participate. Ethical use and objectivity are essential, and all results must be shared. You decide how long you devote to it and what you want to achieve.
You can participate as:
We will provide:
All contributions will be given credit in completed projects.
We are part of the European research group and we work in international teams to develop different types of initiatives:
We also work for service providers who require support with decisions linked to:
As accredited experts in the drafting processes of European and International standards on Asset and Facility Management, we are the perfect partner to assist you with:
FMHOUSE is the only Spanish-speaking consulting firm that participates in these processes.
At FMHOUSE we think that progress made in Facility Management should be shared, so we strive to produce and publish the following material:
The “FM Observatory” is open, should you like to contribute with a publication.
Our view of spaces or workplaces from a Facility Management perspective leads to a better understanding of such a need as a service, as it is essential to apply the same logic and methodology.
Generally we offer:
We apply our knowledge and experience to offices, learning spaces, shopping centres and the industrial environment.
In order to make the right decisions, clear accurate market data as well as facts about the organisation itself is essential. In the Facility Management environment, this is even more critical due to the impact it has on business.
Examples of benchmarks:
These services are requested mainly by end users, but also by service providers.
Facility Management’s overarching goal is customer satisfaction, whether they are internal or external. Understanding their feelings and needs is the key to offering a good service.
Our support is based on:
We strive to understand and get to know our clients’ customers, in all sectors and types of businesses.
The Facility Management world is experiencing a major transition to digital environments. We help our clients understand how it impacts them and assist them throughout the change.
Our areas of support are:
We operate as independent advisers, not as brand vendors.
We advise end-users and service providers.
All kinds of companies need to define or improve the way in which it structures supporting activities provided by Facility Management.
Our main products are:
Our proposals are structured according to individual requirements.
We help end customers and also service providers.
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