This survey looks at 17 current issues related to facilities design, construction, operations, and maintenance. Link to: http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs018/1102230246032/archive/1104004421642.html

Your FCA (Facility Condition Assessment) defines your starting point for: Performing due diligence for a building acquisition. Developing a budget for building renovations Identifying opportunitites to lower energy costs To know more, link to: http:/...

We recently published the results of our 3Q10 Facilities Trends Survey. The survey indicated that the economic recovery is picking up steam, as evidenced by increases in plans to add office space, acquire furniture, and undertake renovations. Please link...

Our recent newsletter examines the financial benefits of cost segregation for renovations and new construction. Link to: http://conta.cc/cTJpgJ.

Check out our recent newsletter - "LEED = Legal Liabilities." Link to: http://conta.cc/cTymcU .

This survey looks at 17 current issues related to facilities design, construction, operations, and maintenance. The results can help guide your decisions. We will compare the results of the survey to past results to determine relevant trends. This survey...

We published our recent newsletter - "What is Smart Change Management?". Link to: http://conta.cc/bi2dVu . The newsletter summarizes the five key elements of Smart Change Management.

Link to: http://facplan.com/TheWhitePaper.aspx for details. Seven key findings are noted. In general, the stalled economic recovery has decreased plans to lease, renovate, or build new space. The Government, Institutional,and Educational sector is the...

We issued our recent newsletter - "10 Ways to Save Project Costs - Part 2." Link to: http://conta.cc/bh5JpG . This newsletter reviews our final five tactics. If you missed Part 1, link to: http://conta.cc/9znblO . Any other suggestions for cost...

FP+A has issued its recent newsletter - "10 Ways to Save Project Costs - Part 1." LInk to: http://conta.cc/9znblO . What are your reactions and suggestions?

Our recent newsletter addresses the importance of the building envelope in lowering energy costs, minimizing building deterioration, improving indoor air quality, and maximizing property values. Link to the Fresh Thinking section of our website ( http...

The Winter 2010 edition of our quarterly Facilities Design and Management Trends Survey is now on-line. Please link to: http://snurl.com/u9sgb . It only takes less than three minutes. The objectives of the survey are: 1.To determine the facilities related...

Our recent newsletter affirms that 90% of the success or failure of a project is determined by the first 10% of the effort. Find out what are these important first steps that can reduce costs, shorten schedules, and minimize risks - link to: http://facplan...

You probably have undertaken several projects to lower operating costs, ranging from lighting upgrades to an energy management system. I think the "next frontier" is the buidling envelope which focuses on windows, insulation, and roof. Any improvements...

Our most recent newsletter addresses how high performance workspaces can contribute to a better bottom line. Link to: http://snurl.com/tn2fc , or go to the Fresh Thinking section of our website (www.facplan.com). Your comments, please.

We have analyzed the responses to our Quarterly Facilities Trends Survey issued in November 2009. The strongest responses (likely and very likely) came in the areas of planning and sustainability. For the full white paper report link to http://snurl.com...

LInk to: http://snurl.com/swn4s This quarterly survey measures planned facilities related activities and defines decision making trends. It is directed to facility managers, real estate professionals, and corporate executives. Results from the survey...

We have published our most recent e-newsletter enttitled "DO IT RIGHT: PART FOUR - 10 Ways to Minimize Business Disruption in Your Relocation". Link to the Fresh Thinking section of our website (www.facplan.com). Your comments please.

We have compiled and analyzed the results of our facilities decisions survey. This survey was sent in July to nearly 2500 businesses. There are some suprising results. For example - most of the respondents plan to undertake a major project in the next...

We have developed a quick survey to take the pulse of facilities planning and design issues. To participate and view the results, link to: http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e2jkkx9lfwxjls7f/start

We recently issued an e-newsletter which focuses on strategic facilities planning and outlines 6 ways to align your workplace with your business plan. (Link to: http://facplan.com/Newsletter.aspx ). This newsletter is the first in a series entitled "DO...

We recently completed a seminar which investigated 10 ways to reduce (non-energy) operational costs. For more information download the presentation at: http://facplan.com/TheWhitePaper.aspx . Can you think of other ways? Previous seminars addressed how...