Facility management has been practiced, whether specifically identified as its own discipline or not, since the inception of the business organization.
It has evolved over the years through the development and codification of processes into a clearly defined field of expertise. The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) defines facility management as the practice of coordinating the physical workplace with the people and work of the organization. It integrates the principles of business administration, architecture and the behavioral and engineering sciences.
Facilities Innovative Solutions (FIS) breaks down these responsibilities into several major functional areas and we can assist you in some or all of these important tasks based on your needs:
- Facility financial forecasting
- Real estate acquisition and/or disposal
- Telecommunications integration, security and general administrative services
- Architectural and engineering planning and design
- New construction and/or renovation
- Long-range and annual facility planning
- Work specifications, installation and space management
- Maintenance and operations management
Software solutions for your facilities management information
Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) is computer based software that can automate the collection and maintenance of facilities management information. CAFM systems can provide you with the tools to track and report on facilities information. Typically, CAFM systems track and maintain the following core facilities items:
- Space planning management
- People & asset management
- Maintenance & emergency management
- Sustainability
- Capital project management
- Strategic planning
- Lease management
