Wellbeing in the workplace: Why SMEs need to get the basics right
Wellbeing in the workplace is more than perks Wellbeing at work gets talked about a lot these days, and that’s no bad thing. But in my experience, particularly with SMEs, it’s still often misunderstood. Too many businesses jump straight to surface fixes. New furniture. Plants. A breakout space. These things can help, but only if […]
EICR explained and the reason we need it
Electricity is out of sight, but never out of use. In the workplace, it powers everything we depend on daily, from our computers, printers, lighting, air conditioning, heating systems to the humble kettle in the staff kitchen. We expect it to work flawlessly every time we flip a switch or plug in a device. Behind […]
What does RIDDOR mean? Demystifying the Facilities Management (FM) lingo with a handy guide for our stakeholders
Have you ever found yourself wondering what all the acronyms in the facilities management world actually mean? From EICR to RIDDOR, our industry is full of abbreviations that we sometimes drop into conversations without realising they’re not always clear. To keep things simple and transparent, we’ve put together this handy jargon buster. Like many industries, […]
Why does preparation for winter early make sense to businesses?
Whether you have 5 or 500 employees, it’s always best to plan for every eventuality at this time of year as we welcome the first Autumn month of September. We’re not saying goodbye to the sunny days just yet but would like to highlight the benefits of planning your winter maintenance schedule now. This ensures […]
Why you shouldn’t wait until Spring for your office clean
A healthy, productive workplace shouldn’t just be an aspiration, it should be a daily priority. We are not talking about taking drastic steps to redesign your office environment, although it’s something you may wish to consider too. We’re talking about a good old-fashioned cleaning routine of your working space so that it works best for […]
What are EV chargers, how are they installed and what should employers know before investing?
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are everywhere right now, dominating headlines and sparking conversations around office desks and dinner tables alike. The UK government’s recent announcement of the new Electric Car Grant will further fuel discussions. However, from an industry perspective, the bigger question is how will a scheme designed to accelerate EV uptake from 2027 impact […]
Measures that will prevent a leaky roof and subsequent costly repairs
Leaky roofs are often the result of the most overlooked responsibilities in maintaining commercial and industrial premises because it’s a place people don’t really see. How often would you go up onto your roof to check for corrosion of roofing materials or the build-up of moss and other debris that could potentially be a cause […]
Spring clean your workplaces with our essential tips for warmer months ahead
The Spring has truly sprung now and we look forward to longer days and warmer temperatures. It’s also the perfect time to begin some much-needed maintenance in order to keep your workplace comfortable. Did you know that employees working in hot, uncomfortable environments struggle with tasks which lead to a drop in productivity? According to […]
Food for thought – Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and its application in facilities management
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs outlines five fundamental human motivations: physiological, safety, love & belonging, esteem and self-actualisation. You may ask how this relates to facilities management? A thriving workplace isn’t just about the physical space of course. However, through paying more attention to your physical environment you can ensure that your employees feel supported at every […]
Creating stress-free spaces with Biophilic design
It’s hard to sometimes keep up without fast-paced, technology-driven world and stress seems to have become an all-too-familiar companion. Whether it’s the pressure of deadlines, constant notifications or just the struggles of daily life, stress affects our wellbeing in many ways. Stress has been studied for many decades now. The term comes from the 1930s […]