Introduction
Facility Management (FM) is a multidisciplinary function that ensures the functionality, safety, comfort, and efficiency of the built environment by integrating people, place, processes, and technology. As organizations increasingly rely on optimized infrastructure and workplace performance, FM has evolved into a strategic function that directly contributes to operational excellence and business continuity.
This program, developed by Global Horizon Training Center, provides a comprehensive understanding of both ‘Hard’ and ‘Soft’ FM services, while addressing the complexities of managing outsourced service providers and aligning FM operations with organizational goals. Participants will gain insights into strategic planning, service delivery optimization, performance management, and sustainability integration within FM.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Define the core principles and foundations of Facility Management
- Develop and implement effective Facility Management strategies
- Apply best practices in managing FM operations and service delivery
- Understand the integration of project and maintenance management within FM
- Evaluate and implement outsourcing strategies for FM services
- Manage third-party service providers and contracts effectively
- Establish performance measurement systems using KPIs and SLAs
- Integrate sustainability and environmental considerations into FM practices
- Enhance workplace productivity, safety, and operational efficiency
Target Audience
This program is designed for:
- Facility Managers and Supervisors
- Operations and Maintenance Managers
- Property and Asset Management Professionals
- Project Managers involved in infrastructure and facilities
- Procurement and Contract Management Professionals
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officers
- Engineers and Technical Staff involved in facility operations
- Professionals responsible for workplace management and service delivery
- Anyone involved in or transitioning into Facility Management roles
Outline
Day 1: Foundations of Facility Management
- Introduction to Facility Management: Key Concepts and Scope
- Core Competencies and Roles of the FM Function
- Hard vs. Soft FM Services
- Facility Planning and Space Utilization Strategies
- Key Challenges and Issues in FM
- Stakeholder Identification and Management
- Risk Identification and Mitigation in Facilities
Day 2: Facility Management Strategy
- Understanding the Business Context and FM Drivers
- Strategy Formulation: Analysis, Development, and Implementation
- FM Strategy Framework and Checklist
- Workplace Management and Optimization
- People Management within FM Operations
- Enhancing Productivity through FM Practices
- Health, Safety, and Security Integration
- Introduction to 5S Methodology in Facilities
Day 3: Outsourcing Facility Management
- Strategic Considerations for Outsourcing FM Services
- Make-or-Buy Decisions in Facility Management
- FM Procurement Processes and Best Practices
- The Outsourcing Lifecycle and Implementation Steps
- Developing Effective Contracts and Service Agreements
- Defining Service Specifications and Scope of Work
- Managing Vendor Relationships and Expectations
Day 4: Service Delivery & Performance Management
- Ensuring Continuity and Reliability of Services
- Understanding and Managing End-User Requirements
- Managing Service Providers and Contractor Performance
- Performance Measurement Tools: KPIs and SLAs
- Addressing Underperformance and Service Failures
- Project Management in FM: Phases and Key Skills
- Maintenance Management: Preventive, Predictive, and Corrective Approaches
- Continuous Improvement Strategies in FM
Day 5: Sustainability in Facility Management
- Introduction to Sustainability in FM
- The Global Sustainability Agenda and Its Impact on Facilities
- Environmental Considerations and Resource Efficiency
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in FM
- Green Building Practices and Energy Management
- Innovation and Smart Technologies in Facility Management
- Building Sustainable and Future-Ready Facilities
About Paris
Lying on the River Seine, Paris is commonly referred to as the city for lovers, but it's actually a fantastic place for anyone to visit and explore. It's full of history, art, literature and amazing architecture for starters, but is also well known as being home to high fashion, which makes it a popular shopping destination. Visitors to the French Capital will find both high-end designer stores and quirky boutiques. The attractions of Paris range for art museums to shopping to simply taking a walk and soaking up the atmosphere. To top it all off, Paris has plenty of superb food and drink, in case there weren't already enough reasons to travel to Paris.
Things to do and places to visit in Paris
Anyone who travels to Paris is in for a treat, as it is a beautiful city full of atmosphere. Many of Paris' attractions are world-famous, but it's also a city where you can find hidden gems. Taking a flight to Paris for a short visit is really like visiting a number of different cities, as all of its neighbourhoods, or arrondissements, have their own distinct character. Examples include the medieval Latin Quarter and the bohemian Marais. Each and every one is worth exploring.
Great things to do in Paris include:
- Checking out the views from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
- Seeing renowned masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa in the Louvre.
- Taking a tour of the impressive, albeit slightly creepy, Paris Catacombs.
- Marvelling at the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral.
- Browsing the designer stores around the Champs-Elysees.
- Munching snails in one of the city's haute cuisine eateries.
- Visiting the graves of luminaries including Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison at Pere Lachaise Cemetery.
- Admiring the imposing Arc de Triomphe.
- Wandering around the boutiques of the Marais district.
- Watching the famous Paris St-Germain football team play.
- Taking in the Impressionist art at the Musee D'Orsay.
- Watching the world go by from a cafe terrace.
- Visiting the distinctive Centre Georges Pompidou.