fm:systems

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Learn how smart buildings can optimize energy use, improve building management, and offer a better experience for occupants. What is a Smart Building?

Learning 105

Learning 105

Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As businesses, large and small, continue to adapt to post-pandemic realities, the demand for flexible working solutions continues to surge. The part-time office offers companies the ability to rent office spaces on a part-time basis—often for just one to three days a week— whilst opening a unique opportunity for occupiers, landlords, operators, and investors.

Flexibility 115

Flexibility Flexibility Equipment Legal 115

Success

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Apple has introduced new tools for enhancing business visibility across its digital ecosystem in an effort to help small and virtual enterprises establish their brand presence among over 1 billion people who use Apple. On October 16, the Cupertino giant announced an update to its Business Connect initiative, introducing tools designed to help every business grow, including businesses that don’t have a physical location.

Small Business 98

Small Business Mailing Purchasing Software 98

Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Disengaged employees are costing the global economy $8.8 trillion annually, according to Gallup. This staggering figure highlights a significant challenge that organizations worldwide face. Employee engagement and well-being are at the center of this problem. Whether it's a LinkedIn post, brainstorming session, or an industry panel discussion, these two terms are trending everywhere.

Influencing 111

Influencing Prioritization Problem-Solving Equipment 111

Speaker: Chester Santos

Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform

Creativity

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The proliferation of endpoint devices, coupled with the scale of remote work, has complicated endpoint security. Organizations can streamline endpoint management through an extended detection and response (XDR) approach. Managed detection and response (MDR), which outsources XDR to a third-party vendor, can shift the burden off of your internal staff.

Security 100

Security Networking 100

McKensey

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Complicated times demand great leaders. Here’s an overview of traits and practices required to succeed as a leader today and a look at the factory model that can help aspiring managers ascend.

Leadership 145

Leadership Planning Finance 145

Halo Psych

OCTOBER 25, 2024

6 minute read “If we want to say something in a way that others will hear, we have to think about them, about their values and their frames of reference – not just about ourselves” – Margaret Heffernen This is one of my all-time favourite quotes when it comes to influence. It gets to the heart of why some people are more influential than others.

Influencing 64

Influencing Leadership Planning Construction 64

Go Burrows

OCTOBER 20, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, I speak with 3 graduates of the Nova Chief of Staff Certification course – Leah Mlitchin Carson, Mallory Zier, and Jess Pigot. The group talks about problems the course helped them solve, the biggest takeaways, and what it was like working with Maggie Olson as they navigated the course. CONNECT WITH LEAH, MALLORY, and JESS Leah on LinkedIn Mallory on LinkedIn Jess on LinkedIn ABOUT LEAH Leah Miltchin Carson is a career administrative professional

Problem-Solving 98

Problem-Solving Onboarding Purchasing Leadership 98

McKensey

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The rise of AI is driving data center demand and shifting power market dynamics. With European demand predicted to more than triple by 2030, significant investments are needed to realize this growth.

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Success

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Whether you’re interested in personal development , optimizing a small business workforce—or even stamping out office drama—more people are turning to personal assessments every year. You may even be one of them. Personal assessments are carefully crafted questionnaires, which when filled out, can help determine personal strengths, motivations, personality style, and more.

Influencing 97

Influencing Technology Customer Service Communication 97

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.

Decision Making

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

There has been a lot to scream about in IT security in 2024. By February, we'd seen thousands of tech layoffs, dealt with firmware-level exploits, and recovered from ChatGPT leaking conversations — which weren't even close to the scariest stories of the year. The post 5 of the Scariest IT News Stories of 2024… Spooky! appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Security 132

Security 132

Office Space

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As the owner of a corporate facility, do you find yourself having to constantly undergo emergency repairs and reactive maintenance? Or maybe, your facility doesn’t have access to real-time data analytics, forcing you to come up with maintenance strategies out of thin air. Not only is this exhausting for decision-makers, but it only increases downtime and maintenance costs.

Maintenance 130

Maintenance Equipment Office Equipment Influencing 130

McKensey

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Generative AI is already adding value for corporate and business functions. Here’s how it could add more.

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Success

OCTOBER 22, 2024

As technology continues to reshape industries worldwide, the education sector is no exception. With the rise of AI applications in higher education , institutions are finding new ways to enhance student success, improve operational efficiency and streamline administrative processes. However, as AI-driven tools take center stage, the role of leadership and the need for human connection remain critical.

Technology 109

Technology Equipment Leadership Teamwork 109

Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

Technology

Wellable

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Learn how to choose a reward structure for your wellness program that aligns with company goals, fits your budget, and motivates employees to participate. The post How To Pick The Best Reward Structure For Your Wellness Program appeared first on Wellable.

Learning 130

Learning 130

Office Space

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Takeaways from IFMA World Workplace 2024 The IFMA organizers said it best: “Facility management is the art of creating an environment where people and processes thrive seamlessly, transforming spaces into engines of productivity and innovation.” Facilities managers from across the globe convened last week at IFMA World Workplace in San Antonio, a three-day event of speaker sessions, educational workshops, and networking.

Real Estate 130

Real Estate Flexibility Flexibility Reporting 130

McKensey

OCTOBER 23, 2024

New analysis suggests that much of Europe’s anticipated electricity demand growth may not materialize, with important implications for the energy transition and industrial competitiveness.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Sick days have surged by 41 percent over the past three years as employers continue to struggle with declining levels of productivity. The latest Hiring Trends Index by Totaljobs , surveying 1000 UK HR decision-makers, highlights how this rise in absenteeism is perpetuating a cycle of poor business performance affecting both employers and employees.

Customer Service 66

Customer Service Leadership Flexibility Flexibility 66

Mad in America

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Around the Web: Allies of adisorder4everyone.com share their reasons why we should “Drop the disorder!” in a promotional video for the AD4E annual online festival on Friday, November 8. “A description cannot cause itself, but we’re treating it as if it can.” Prof Sami Timimi “Once labeled, a person’s story is so often obscured, it’s hidden, and sometimes it’s completely negated.” Jo Watson “We should drop the disorder because, I&#

Promotion 115

Promotion 115

Total Wellness

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Who can resist the latest TikTok trend? One week, it’s all about mindfulness and calm, and the next, we’re going crazy for cucumbers. But the latest trend to take over our feeds is surprisingly wholesome — the dopamine menu. It’s all about creating a carefully curated list of activities that bring you joy throughout the day. From baking and exercising to something as simple as making your bed, the dopamine menu is a positive, feel-good trend that’s being shared by everyone — whether it’s A-list

Learning 111

Learning 111

McKensey

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The OECD sees the global economy improving. Central banks’ strategies are diverging, with some cutting rates and others raising them. China announces a major stimulus, and the US Federal Reserve cuts rates.

Banking 137

Banking Finance 137

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The COVID-19 global pandemic showed organizations that they did not require their workforce to be local 100% of the time. Many workplaces quickly shifted to a remote work strategy. Still, they didn&r.

Home Office 110

Home Office Security 110

AdminDroid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

On Day 23 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, learn how to get a list of Entra ID applications with expiring client secrets and certificates effectively. Stay tuned for more blogs in our M365 Cybersecurity Blog Series. In Microsoft 365 organizations, various applications, including third-party apps, are integrated and used for completing various tasks, projects, etc.

Security 105

Security Reporting Learning 105

CoreHealth Workplace Wellness

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The healthcare industry, characterized by its fast-paced and demanding nature, places significant physical and mental strain on its workforce. With long hours, high-pressure situations, and the emotional toll of patient care, healthcare workers often face unique challenges that can lead to burnout and decreased well-being. To address these issues, it is crucial to develop wellness programs specifically tailored to the needs of healthcare professionals.

Healthcare 105

Healthcare 105

McKensey

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Investors, boards, and management teams are looking for banks to demonstrate differential value from technology. Our research provides a framework to link technology investments to value creation.

Banking 135

Banking Technology 135

Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Schafer Richardson, a prominent real estate development and investment firm, faced a pressing need for more space to accommodate their growing team. Their previous headquarters in the Gurley Building, while historic and charming, could no longer support their operational needs. The decision was made to relocate to the Basset Creek Business Center, conveniently located just across the street.

Real Estate 105

Real Estate Teamwork Construction Promotion 105

AdminDroid

OCTOBER 24, 2024

On Day 24 of Cybersecurity Awareness month, learn how to disable LinkedIn integration in Microsoft 365 and avoid privacy concerns. Stay tuned for upcoming blogs in Microsoft 365 Cybersecurity blog series. LinkedIn is my favorite place to learn, share what I know, connect with like-minded peers and more! Whether you like it or not, it’s also part of your Microsoft 365, blending your professional network with your work life.

Security 105

Security Networking Controlling Flexibility 105

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 25, 2024

With technology accelerating at a breakneck pace and elections looming, the rise of new AI-powered technologies brings into question how prepared we are to combat misinformation. The post Fact or Fiction: Combatting Deepfakes During an Election Year appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Technology 100

Technology Security 100

McKensey

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Companies are creating meaningful growth by developing new ventures. Those with the most mature capabilities are growing quickly and can show the way for companies that are just beginning.

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Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of commercial real estate, landlords are strategically reimagining their properties to better cater to the changing needs and expectations of tenants, including environments that offer both functionality and enhanced wellness. In response to this paradigm shift, commercial landlords are placing a significant emphasis on building amenities that not only draw in but also retain tenants.

Catering 103

Catering Real Estate Retail Equipment 103

AdminDroid

OCTOBER 22, 2024

On Day 22 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, learn to remove unused credentials from apps in Microsoft Entra to prevent the misuse of credentials. Stay active for the upcoming blogs in our M365 Cybersecurity blog series.  With the introduction of Identity Secure Score recommendations , Microsoft Entra now provides a more comprehensive assessment of your tenant’s security.

Security 105

Security Learning 105

Work Life

OCTOBER 25, 2024

From a young age, women can find themselves inundated with implicit and explicit messages about success. These messages often prescribe achieving the right type and level of accomplishment in their careers, conforming to traditional gender or cultural roles, or meeting the latest definition of impossible and unachievable beauty standards. Women must navigate an intricate interplay of social expectations, external pressures and internal aspirations that shape their definitions and perceptions of

Construction 98

Construction Advertising Leadership Influencing 98

McKensey

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Despite technological and geopolitical turmoil, the highest-performing UK companies have created the conditions they need to realize their ambitions for growth. Here’s what they’re doing.

Technology 122

Technology Finance 122

Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Project Goals Caddick Construction aimed to create a new headquarters that would mirror their growth and professional ethos. The objective was to deliver a workspace that was both innovative and functional, designed to accommodate their expanding team while fostering a dynamic work environment. Design Solution Design Tonic, in collaboration with DLA Architecture, delivered a comprehensive office fit-out that includes: Reception Area : Creating a welcoming first impression.

Construction 98

Construction Teamwork Flexibility Flexibility 98