Everything You Need to Know About Facilities and Property Maintenance

1. Everything You Need to Know About Facilities and Property Maintenance

2. As recent as 40 years ago, the question of "what is facilities management?" it may have been a puzzling concept. Even considering that at this time most offices, shops, factories, and schools were running a form of facilities management, this lesser-known name was simply mentioned by different titles.

3. During this origin period, when something needed to be updated, repaired, or replaced within a given facility, a custodian was typically called in. And being a one-man show, I would do it when I could. He had to know the nuts and bolts of plumbing, electrical systems, landscaping, painting, and much more.

4. Whether you refer to it as Facilities Management, Facilities Management, or simply FM, the industry has rapidly evolved from a late-night general maintenance activity to a sophisticated professional management discipline.

5. It is a common misconception that a and facilities management Melbourne are the same. Although there is some overlap between the two, property management focuses more on the buildings themselves as income generating assets. • A property manager acts as the liaison between the building owner and the tenants, managing leasing activities, collecting rents, and coordinating maintenance and renovations.

6. SO, WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, EXACTLY? • Contrary to what it seems, facilities management actually focuses on processes and people rather than buildings, although building maintenance service Melbourne is undoubtedly a large part of financial management. • A good place to start unpacking the concept is to take a look at how it is defined. According to the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), facilities management is a profession that spans multiple disciplines to ensure the functionality of the built environment by integrating people, places, processes and technology. • Another useful definition of FM comes from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO): The organizational function that integrates people, places, processes, and technology within the built environment for the purpose of improving people's quality of life and core productivity. . deal.

7. Both definitions are similar and refer to the "built environment", which makes sense, because we are talking about facility management (any man-made structure used for living, working or playing). But the ISO definition adds an element of customer service which is a trend that we are seeing more of in 2020 and beyond. • ISO's expanded definition carries the notion that facilities management is no longer just a cost of operation, but has value as a strategic service to support an organization's core business and increase revenue. • In today's market, facilities management is a generic term that encompasses areas as different as equipment maintenance and janitorial services. • Basically, facilities management is the efficient coordination of all activities related to the maintenance of physical spaces and operational infrastructures, from individual buildings to complex campuses used for offices, retail, healthcare, education, manufacturing, recreation, government. and a host of other income-generating activities. Business.

8. Keeping a facility operational includes ensuring that the environment, from the parking lot to the upper floor suites, is safe by meeting relevant regulatory mandates, is consistently maintained in good repair, and above all is organized in a a way that promotes the productivity and well-being of all users. • To break it down further, facilities management generally falls into two categories: physical services and soft services.

9. Hard Services • Hard services are related to physical structures, the parts that cannot be easily removed. They are generally required by law to ensure the health and safety of workers or occupants: • -Building maintenance • -HVAC systems maintenance • -Energy and water management • -Elevators and escalators • -Turning on • -Fire safety • -Plumbing and drainage

10. Soft services • Soft services are related to keeping the workplace more comfortable and safe. Some services are not absolutely necessary and can be added or removed as needs change: • -Cleaning and custody services • -Safety • -Parking lots • -Pest control • -Trash deposit • -Recycling • -Furniture and equipment • -Information systems • -Document management • -Mail management • -Space management • -Garden and landscaping maintenance

11. Many smaller organizations are still able to manage their facilities internally, but the number outsourcing to facilities management companies continues to grow. Businesses of all sizes depend on outsourced FM to handle functions that go beyond the above lists of physical and physical services. • The burgeoning trend in the industry is to offer bundled services. Known as Integrated Facilities Management, this broad scope of services adds value and drives better quality. Some of the specialties that an Integrated Facilities Management company can offer are listed below. • -Movement management (abandonment) • -Meeting room services • -Business risk assessment • -Banqueting services • -Business Continuity Planning • -Vehicle fleet management • -Acquisition by contract • -Concierge and reception services • -Preparation and answer to the emergencies • -Service Management

12. In addition to freeing up their own staff to focus on goals more closely aligned with their core business, companies that outsource to a facilities management company that bundles these ancillary services benefit in several measurable ways. • Improved efficiencies - A single point of contact and elimination of duplicate functions streamlines communication and workflow processes. • Increased productivity - Facility management includes maintenance strategies to avoid breakdowns that too often stop production. • Increased Experience - Outsourced FM employees already have the technical know-how, preventing companies from spending unnecessary time and resources on in-house training. • Reduced costs: In addition to spending less on training, companies save on staffing, employee benefits, payroll expenses, inventory and more. • Better quality control: With proven systems already in place, FM ensures consistency and reliability.

13. Property Maintenance | All You Need to Know • We all want to live and work in a safe and functional environment, which is one of the main factors that impact our quality of life. • As a property owner, you may be wondering what actions you should take to make sure your property meets those expectations. To find the answer, you must first familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of property management services Melbourne. • A good place to start is to read the rest of this article while: • -discuss what property maintenance covers • -explain what the international property maintenance code is • -compare commercial property maintenance to building an in-house maintenance team • -outline 4 important tips to keep your property in top condition

14. What is property maintenance? • Property maintenance Melbourne is the process of keeping a residential or hotel building and its immediate surroundings in optimal condition through a set of specific maintenance activities. • It refers to the different activities that are essential to keeping a building functional and comfortable for its occupants (which is why it is often used interchangeably with the term building maintenance).

15. Property maintenance activities include • -cleaning of the internal and external common areas of the building (including drains, gutters, hallways, etc.) • -control and elimination of rodents • -gardening and landscaping • -garbage separation and disposal • -maintenance, repair and replacement of all mechanical and electrical systems (lighting, HVAC, water supply, water heating, etc.) • -security checks (proactive routine inspections of mechanical and electrical systems, fire installations and security inspections of the entire premises) • -Property maintenance is beneficial to both the occupants and the property owner as it works to keep everyone happy.

16. From being an occupant, you want to come home after a busy day and know that you can relax without worrying about problems like a clogged kitchen sink, a dirty, poorly lit and greasy staircase where your children could trip and get hurt, or toilets that do not download. That said, minor tasks like bulb replacement may be the responsibility of the tenants themselves. It is always a good idea to clearly describe the responsibilities of the tenant to the landlord, especially for rental properties. • For the real estate owner, you want to make sure that your rental property maintains its value over the years and that you don't spend most of your day tending to one dissatisfied tenant or another. You also want to avoid liability issues if someone is injured on the premises.

17. If you currently own or manage a residential property, maintaining the property is not something you can overlook. It is required and regulated by law in most jurisdictions. • That said, aside from obeying the law, the benefits of property maintenance are too many to ignore. • Fortunately, it doesn't have to take too long. Whether you choose to hire a commercial property maintenance company or establish an in-house maintenance team, the most important thing is to ensure that maintenance is ongoing and that those in charge of maintaining your property have the skills, financing and tools they need. for correct execution.

18. About Us • Simply Better Services Australia is an established organisation with over 20 years of experience in the facilities management industry. We’re offering an end-to-end solution for all your property needs across Melbourne. Our comprehensive range of property maintenance services spans from commercial and industrial cleaning services, property maintenance and building repairs, renovation projects for Owners Corporations and commercial and residential property owners. • Website - https://www.sbshaustralia.com.au/