Facility Management Systems and Practices Course


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Introduction

Facility Management Systems and Practices Course introduces participants to the concept and underlying theory of the Asset Management Process. This process serves as a framework for Parks and Recreation agencies and other public and private lands agencies to manage their facilities and assets effectively. Emphasizing an asset-based approach, this course equips you to optimize facility operations, ensuring that your organization can better anticipate and respond to customer needs while driving business performance.

Duration

5 Days

Target Audience

  • Individuals new to facility management in Parks, private, and public lands agencies

  • Practitioners seeking to advance their career and deepen their understanding of facility management practices

  • Managers and team members involved in asset and facility operations

  • Technical and non-technical staff aiming to enhance their strategic planning and decision-making skills

Personal Impact

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of asset management principles and their applications in facility management.

  • Acquire practical tools and methodologies to plan, manage, and optimize facility operations effectively.

  • Build the competencies needed to serve as a key member of your organization’s core business team.

  • Develop the ability to anticipate and respond to both internal and external customer needs.

  • Engage in interactive sessions, real-life case studies, and practical exercises that translate theory into practice.

Organizational Impact

  • Improve the management of facility assets, leading to more streamlined and efficient operations.

  • Leverage value engineering and performance benchmarking to reduce operational costs without sacrificing quality.

  • Strengthen facilities’ capacity to support core business functions and meet stakeholder expectations.

  • Integrate an asset-based approach into the organization’s strategic planning and decision-making processes.

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within facility management and asset maintenance.


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Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the asset management process and its role in facility management

  • Serve as a core business team member by anticipating and responding to customer needs

  • Plan and manage facilities more effectively through an asset-based approach

  • Utilize performance evaluations, benchmarking, and value engineering to drive improvements

  • Enhance decision-making and communication strategies in facility management


Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Asset Management & Facility Goal Setting

  • Define the asset management process and its application in facility management

  • Explain the significance of an asset-based approach for Parks and Recreation agencies

  • Understand how facility goal setting aligns with broader organizational objectives

  • Examine the framework for managing assets effectively in a facilities context

  • Develop a personal action plan to apply asset management principles in your organization

Module 2: Performance Evaluations and Benchmarking

  • Outline key performance indicators (KPIs) for facility management

  • Explore methods for conducting comprehensive performance evaluations

  • Learn practical techniques for benchmarking facility performance

  • Analyze continuous improvement strategies through real-life examples

  • Develop metrics-based strategies to enhance operational efficiency

Module 3: Value Engineering and Cost Optimization

  • Define value engineering and its relevance in facility management

  • Examine methods to balance cost, quality, and performance in asset decisions

  • Learn to identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising service delivery

  • Review real-world examples of successful value engineering in facility projects

  • Practice constructing proposals that integrate value engineering principles

Module 4: Project Management, Scheduling, Contracting and Procurement

  • Introduce key project management concepts tailored to facility management

  • Learn effective scheduling techniques to streamline project timelines

  • Understand best practices in contracting and procurement processes

  • Explore strategies for vendor management and effective project delivery

  • Develop a comprehensive project management plan using case studies and practical exercises

Module 5: Communications and Decision-Making Techniques

  • Develop effective communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders

  • Understand how to integrate clear reporting and stakeholder engagement into facility management

  • Learn decision-making techniques that leverage data and performance insights

  • Explore tools that support collaborative decision-making and transparency

  • Review case studies that demonstrate the impact of strong communication on facility outcomes


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Course Administration Details:

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]


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