The ROI of Listening: How Employee Feedback Boosts Facility Performance

The ROI of Listening: How Employee Feedback Boosts Facility Performance

Tuning in to employee feedback isn’t just an exercise in goodwill—it’s a powerhouse strategy to elevate performance, streamline operations, and ultimately, pad the bottom line. According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report, employees not feeling engaged—or worse, being actively disengaged—is costing the workplace world a hefty $8.9 trillion. Employee engagement refers to…

5 Actions for Future-fitting Healthcare Facilities by 2030

5 Actions for Future-fitting Healthcare Facilities by 2030

Facilities leaders can advance organizational priorities with effective structures and skill sets, according to JLL’s 2024 Global Future of Work. Healthcare facilities teams are in a unique position to grow in size and influence as a host of changes impact the way healthcare organizations approach their operations and futures, according to JLL’s Global Future of…

Frederick Health Grappling with Ransomware Attack on IT Systems

Frederick Health Grappling with Ransomware Attack on IT Systems

Despite the attack, most facilities remained open. On January 27, Frederick Health detected a ransomware attack on its IT systems, according to a press release. The facility immediately took systems offline to contain the threat and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to assist in safely restoring operations. Law enforcement was notified, and an investigation is still…

HVAC Upgrades: Data-Driven Decisions

HVAC Upgrades: Data-Driven Decisions

Technology advances have gathered vast amounts of data, enabling facility executives to plan successful projects. HVAC system upgrades are among the most complex and expensive projects in institutional and commercial facilities. The systems provide essential cooling and heating that is designed to keep occupants and visitors comfortable during their time indoors. And as the COVID-19…

Rethinking your company’s clean-power strategy

Rethinking your company’s clean-power strategy

Businesses increasingly want to buy clean electricity—especially as the fast expansion of data centers powering artificial intelligence pushes technology companies’ power demands to new heights. Unchecked, these increased power demands further threaten the world’s ability to meet climate targets. Whether to meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets, cut costs, or hedge volatility, more companies are…

GPA’s First Street hub in Manchester reaches practical completion of Cat A fit-out

GPA’s First Street hub in Manchester reaches practical completion of Cat A fit-out

The Government Property Agency (GPA) has confirmed it has accepted the handover of its new hub in First Street after the building reached practical completion of its Category A (Cat A) fit-out and lease commencement. Works were completed by BAM Construct UK appointed by developer Ask Real Estate. This latest milestone continues the countdown to…