Connected FM

Today we are joined with Chantal Spruit, the chair of the Facility Management Netherlands Expert Group on Sustainability and Rob Klinkert, Portfolio Manager at PwC, and Hannah Wilson, Senior Lecturer in Research Methods in Business at Liverpool John Moores University. Together they explore the topic of workplace design and sustainability the the lens of psychology. Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

In this podcast, Lara Paemen, Managing Director of IFMA EMEA and George Westerman, Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management, discuss the challenges and opportunities in facility management, emphasizing the need for upskilling in the digital age. George introduces the Global Opportunity Forum, focusing on career navigation, agile learning, and certification at scale. They touch on tools like gamification and immersive learning experiences, highlighting the role of organizations and managers in supporting employee growth. The conversation underscores the importance of a mindset open to innovation and the responsibility of organizations to broaden their talent search. Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

This week Connected FM is on a break, so we are revisiting a one of our first episodes with Garr Punnett, Bharani Sankar, and Angel Bou CEO, & Co-Founder at Simplr! Together they discuss new business models within circular economy and how FMs can benefit from thinking circular!Resources MentionedRheaply's Multi-usiverse podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rheaplys-multi-usiverse-podcast/id1593347107 Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

IFMA's Global Board of Directors Chair Dean Stanberry gives us an update on IFMA’s Emerging Topics Working Group, the related paper “Evolution is Never Finished” now available at IFMA.org, and his personal insights from chairing the working group through 2022-2023.Resources Mentioned: White Paper: Evolution is Never Finished Insights From IFMA’s Emerging Topics Working Group On How Six Key Topics Are Transforming The FM IndustryDiscover IFMA's latest research and benchmarking Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Today we are joined by Stacey Shepard, President of Shepard Global Strategies, Lucian Niemeyer, CEO of Building Cybersecurity, and Rob Murchison Co-founder of Intelligent Buildings, LLC. Together they discuss the strategic partnership between IFMA and Building Cyber Security (BSC) as well as enhancing the facility management awareness of the opportunities and challenges associated with connected technologies, and looks to develop FM training for cyber risk mitigation.Topics Covered:WHY should FMs care about operational technology and the risks associated?WHAT are actions that FMs can take to enhance operational resilience?HOW do FMs enhance education and awareness to address both opportunities and cyber threats in connected environments?Resources Mentioned: IFMA will be releasing it’s first of a series of training sessions through Professional Development.FMs can also go to Building Cyber Security | Improving physical security, safety, & privacy of citizens to download “16 Steps to Securing OT and Supporting IT Infrastructure”Stay tuned for future articles, podcasts, and sessions Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Carl Coken and Sandeep Modhvadia from Acuity Brands discuss new tools such as digital twins, machine learning and open platforms that bridge the gap between legacy solutions and emerging technologies, to reduce emissions and operational costs for these huge contributors to climate change. This episode covers how building managers can integrate automated control, organizational alignment, and sustainability reporting to fully address energy and resource allocation - from lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, sustainability programs, and more. Resources Mentioned:https://atrius.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/atrius-acuity/https://www.youtube.com/@atrius8351https://twitter.com/AcuityBrandsSandeep Modhvadia - LinkedInCarl Coken - LinkedIn Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Today we are sitting down with Brian Reilly who works at Listen Technologies and Pat Birch from The Farm AV. Together they discuss the impact of COVID-19 on work dynamics, emphasizing the need to upgrade meeting facilities for seamless collaboration between in-person and remote attendees. They also delve into how facilities managers' roles have evolved, workplace trends, such as quiet tech-free zones and outdoor workspaces, and more! Resources Mentioned:Gensler Research & Insights: https://www.gensler.com/research-topic-work-and-the-workplaceClearTech Industry News: https://www.cleartechav.com/brian-reilly-on-the-ongoing-impact-of-the-hybrid-workplace/McKinsey and Company: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/real-estate/our-insights/building-the-office-of-the-future?cid=other-eml-dre-mip-mck&hlkid=e350a2440b234d39bc01dd60c4a349aa&hctky=14427247&hdpid=47dd1807-2ebc-4746-ab8d-4dc36d9567ae Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Today, we are sitting down with Duncan Waddell, Chairman of ISO TC 267 Facilities Management and Managing Director at FM Intelligence Party Ltd., alongside Adam Thordarson, Member of ISO/TC 267 and Director of Facilities Management at Bouldering Project. In this discussion, they delve into the intricacies of the ISO 41001 series of FM standards, shedding light on its pivotal role in defining strategic elements, tactical approaches, and operational delivery to help empower FM professionals to seamlessly align with the demands of their organizations while ensuring their facilities adhere to rigorous global standards.Topics Covered:ISO standardsFM standardsISO 41001 seriesResources Mentioned:Learn more about the work of ISO/TC 267Get periodic emails about ISO standards for FM Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Welcome back to part two of this week show. And the previous episode, we had insightful discussions with Laurie Gilmer, President and COO at Facility Engineering Associates, and Paul Cartwright, Deputy Director at the NHS along with Kas Mohammed Vice President for Digital Energy in the UK and Ireland at Schneider Electric. Together they shared their journeys towards achieving net zero and highlighted the importance of involving stakeholders and adopting, cutting edge technology. In this episode, we dive deeper into the topic, focusing on the significance of digitizing building data to make performance visible and centralizing it for well-informed decision-making. Our experts also explore the fascinating concept of digital twinning and discuss key steps towards successful decarbonization.Resources Mentioned:Schneider Electric Website: http://spr.ly/SchneiderElectricFree E-Guide "Retrofit for Sustainability: A Facility Manager's Guide for Net-Zero Buildings"LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/schneider-electric/ Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

In part one of this week's show, Laurie Gilmer, President and COO at Facility Engineering Associates, as well as the immediate past chair of the IFMA Global Board, engages in a thought provoking conversation with Paul Cartwright, Deputy Director of the NHS. And Kas Mohammed, Vice President for Digital Energy in the UK and Ireland at Schneider Electric.Together, they share their insightful journey towards net zero, emphasizing the criticality of involving stakeholders, tracking progress, and embracing cutting edge technologies.Resources Mentioned:Schneider Electric Website: http://spr.ly/SchneiderElectricFree E-Guide "Retrofit for Sustainability: A Facility Manager's Guide for Net-Zero Buildings"LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/schneider-electric/ Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org