World Facility Management Week Special: the Story of Well-managed Workspaces

Has this ever happened to you…

You walk into a workspace & felt everything in place. Probably the surfaces are well cleaned & sanitized, all the assets are functioning well & are well maintained, or the amenities are hi-tech & are making your work easier. You may feel the space has been well planned & well utilized. If so, it might not be a coincidence but a well-laid plan by a team of sophisticated managers. Who work behind the scenes to get things running seamlessly.  

This #WorldFMWeek, we celebrate the Facility managers who help companies support & sustain our workspaces. Businesses have observed that Facility Management has been a game changer in facilitating & managing workspaces. Facility management ensures that a building or space operates effectively and efficiently, providing a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for the people who use it. It encompasses many tasks, including maintenance, security, cleaning, and more. Facility management contributes extensively to ensure a clean & safe environment.  

There Are Several Reasons Why Facility Management is Important for Creating a Well-managed Workspace:

Safety:

Facility management plays a critical role in maintaining a safe work environment. This includes ensuring that fire safety systems are in place and working properly, that emergency procedures are clearly communicated and understood, and that potential hazards are identified and addressed promptly. Facility management also ensures safety at the workplace with Fire mock drills, Security & fire audits, man-guarding solutions, disaster management plans, and visitor movement management.    

Health:

A well-managed facility should also be a healthy one. Facility management takes care of occupants’ health & wellness in multiple ways, starting from Janitorial services to touchless amenities that help foster a healthy workplace. Facility management involves ensuring that the air quality is good, the temperature is comfortable, common touch points and areas, and the property is free from contaminants that could pose health risks to occupants.   

Efficiency:

Leading Facility Management companies, including TalbotFORCE, these days provide Tech-enabled amenities. Like visitor management systems, asset management systems, access management systems, management dashboards, and digital checklists that help improve the efficiency of a building /space & occupants. This helps optimize energy and time usage and streamlines processes to make the space more productive and cost-effective.     

Maintenance:

Regular maintenance is essential to maintain a building or space properly. Facility management ensures that maintenance tasks are performed on schedule, preventing small issues from becoming bigger problems that can disrupt operations or compromise safety.  

Comfort:

Finally, facility management can help create a comfortable environment that promotes well-being and productivity. This includes ensuring adequate lighting, acoustics, and furnishings are comfortable and ergonomically designed.  

Facility Management helps create a safe, healthy, and well-managed space that promotes the well-being and productivity of its occupants, streamlined operations for management & optimized business growth for landlords. Technology has further transformed Facility Management which has led to increased demand & is anticipated to augment the demand for facility management. Therefore, the facility management industry has grown in the last few years & will continue to grow.