FEATURE
RISING TO THE NEW WORLD OF WORK
As we rise to the new world of work post-pandemic, FMs are faced with a new set of obligations, especially when it comes to presenting a safe and secure return to work environment. Here, Phil Bryant, Amthal Fire & Security Head of Strategic Accounts, looks at what this really means on a day-to-day basis and how partnerships can support FMs to successfully navigate the new blended workplace.
As workplaces open up and restrictions lift the role of the FM has become more important than ever. The new world of work is different, and it requires them to demonstrate their valuable skills and adaptability.
Whilst on a practical level they are responsible for making buildings safe and secure, they are also crucial in attracting people back to the office. Whether this involves occupancy limit per room, air quality monitoring, access control reinforcement, processes to alert relevant people or the use of remote, connected or sustainable services, it
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is now the responsibility of FMs to present the best, safest way forward.
Changes from hybrid working The new normal for many involves some form of hybrid working conditions, with offices introducing expectations on when and how teams return to offices on different days.
This makes seemingly simple questions such as ‘how many people are in the building today?’ more complex to answer. FM teams can benefit from technical solutions
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