The Simplar Foundation is pleased to announce a free new interactive web series, “Ask the FM Doctor”, sponsored by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA). In this first-of-its-kind virtual discussion, facility experts provide practical advice in addressing today’s operations, maintenance, workplace management, and procurement challenges. Here’s how it works:
- Teaching Moment (15 minutes): the FM Doctor will kick things off with a brief presentation targeted at a specific topic
- FM Virtual Peer Group (30 minutes): next, we will split up into small groups and give attendees an opportunity to network with each other and have a discussion on a relevant topic. Learn More [links to the FM Virtual Peer group description]
- Ask the FM Doctor – Office Hours (15 minutes or until the questions run out!): we’ll come back together for an open Q&A session. Have a challenging contract renewal? Have a unique situation with O&M? Bring your questions and let’s get it figured out!
The June 20 session is on Succession Planning and Knowledge Management. Facility management industry is facing a succession planning and labor force crisis. As many seasoned FM professionals begin retiring, there will be a palatable lack of the institutional knowledge that these individuals possess. We will discuss the tools available to make successful workforce retainment a reality.