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An overview of Planon’s recent publications on real estate and facility management
Planon regularly publishes white papers on trends and developments in real estate and facility management. On these pages, you will also find an overview of articles written by Planon employees that were recently published in journals or on relevant websites.
White papers | 04/20/2020
What is IWMS?
An Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) is a single software platform for real estate and facility management that combines integrated functionality for the management of real estate, space planning, asset & maintenance, integrated services, and sustainability.
Learn moreWhite papers | 03/30/2020
Verdantix report - IWMS, Point Solutions, And Everything In Between
Invest in an integrated platform, implement multiple point solutions, or use a combination of the two? This latest Verdantix report evaluates four key software strategies for automating real estate and facilities management processes.
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White papers | 05/07/2019
Definitive Guide to AI in FM
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a science fiction concept—or a technology that can only be explored in the world of expensive academic R&D. In fact, we are at the end of a decades-long transition into incorporating AI into the world of buildings. Explore this interactive white paper to learn more about applications of AI for commercial service providers, and test your knowledge of the risks and benefits of this technology.
Learn moreWhite papers | 04/26/2019
The added value of the Internet of Things for Real Estate and Facility Management
The "Internet of Things" is probably one of the most discussed phenomena these days. What is the added value of IoT for Real Estate and Facility Management?
Learn moreWhite papers | 04/17/2019
10 trends that will shape real estate and facility management by 2022
This white paper outlines how the Real Estate and Facility Management domain is expected to develop over the next three years, giving facility and property managers a chance to prepare.
Learn moreWhite papers | 12/24/2018
The Evolution of FM
This article explores the important moments and technologies that make up the history of the facility management profession.
Learn moreWhite papers | 12/12/2018
Assessment - Asset & Maintenance Management
Correct documentation and maintenance of your assets and buildings is important to ensure business continuity and to avoid undesired quality-loss of assets. Answer these six questions to see if you have the basics in place.
Learn moreWhite papers | 11/28/2018
Balancing Priorities
There are many business factors disrupting the FM industry. For the FMJ’s issue on “Evolution of FM,” Planon authored an article titled “Balancing Priorities” which outlines 3 of the more recently developing market trends impacting service providers, and therefore their clients.
Learn moreWhite papers | 11/26/2018
An explanation of Integrated Workplace Management Systems
What are the most important differences between Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) and Facility Management Information Systems (FMIS). The evolution of these systems in terms of standardization, integration capabilities, workflow orientation, CAD and BIM connectivity, and technology are described.
Learn moreWhite papers | 11/12/2018
Higher Education Survey Report 2018
What are the focus areas and technologies that are most relevant to real estate and facility management professionals in higher education today? Get the results and read the analysis with the full report.
Learn moreWhite papers | 10/11/2018
Why effective space management is fundamental to a successful working experience
This white paper discusses the concept of space itself, describes the importance of creating an optimal working experience, and explains which elements of space management contribute to offering a successful working experience.
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