Blogs
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Expanding an IWMS with smart building technology

This blog explains how Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) have developed in recent years, the changing benefits of an IWMS over time, and what the evolution of an IWMS means for smart building technology today.

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CAFM and IWMS - The beginning of the journey towards smart building technology

This blog explains the early days of CAFM and IWMS. The first generation of integrated solutions was considered a big step forward, but integration with buildings and smart building technology to the extent we see today was way beyond imagination.

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The organizational benefits of combining ASC 842, GASB 87, and IFRS 16 compliancy with an IWMS

Utilizing an Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) software for ASC 842, GASB 87, and IFRS 16 compliancy within one solution offers significant organizational benefits. Read more in our latest blog.

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Blogs
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Who should own the Building Internet of Things?

As more IoT-related responsibilities arise and mature, so does the need for a new role that blends IT and Facility Management to manage them.

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The “perfect” office temperature

Energy use is far from efficient and installations suffer when occupants' continuously change the temperature. In this week's blog, Planon shares its experience with analyzing office temperatures and lessons learned.

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The least popular meeting room is used the most!

Data is meaningless if you don’t know the context. Planon’s IWMS provides a lot of context, but it’s the facility manager who is familiar with the data who can interpret it and draw the right conclusions.

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Demos
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Planon’s IWMS software

Meet with a real estate and facility management specialist to discuss your business needs and discover if Planon’s software solutions are a good fit for your organization.

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Videos
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Planon Connect for Analytics

This video explains how to get the most from your real estate and facility management data using Planon Connect for Analytics.(2:26 English)

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Blogs
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To measure is to know … nothing!

In this blog I am going to talk about the renowned proverb ‘to measure is to know’. Within Facility and Real Estate Management, we seem to consider this of high importance. Read this blog to know why!

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Reporting upstream: Using analytics to meet your CRE & FM objectives

Today’s business environment thrives on data. Yet, many facility managers and real estate managers struggle to derive the right data to prove their value to the C- level. In this blog, we describe how to obtain that right data to fit your needs.

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Five reasons why organizations can no longer avoid standardization

Global outsourcing of complementary activities becomes much less complex and risky when information is standardized within companies. Read about the five key benefits in this blog.

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Affidea Group selects Planon to comply with Lease Accounting standard IFRS 16

Affidea Group has selected Planon’s Lease Accounting solution to comply with IFRS 16. Accounting firm KPMG is advising Affidea as a skilled implementation partner, ensuring a smooth and compliant implementation.

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Glossary

Lease Accounting

Leasing is a common financial solution that enables companies to use real estate properties, assets and equipment without initial investments and large initial cash outflows. Leasing is also a common practice to increase portfolio flexibility.

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What is the Difference? Big Data vs. Analytics

Large amounts of data are being stored within Real Estate and Facility Management systems, and that will continue to grow. “Big Data” and “Analytics” have been brought to life. What do these terms mean and what are the differences between them?

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FAQ
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How new lease accounting standards will impact your business

A lot is changing in lease accounting with 2019 underway. Starting January 1, 2019 – FASB, GASB, and IASB have new standards. This immediately raises several questions regarding the journey to becoming compliant and how these new standards impact your organization. In this FAQ, we’ll provide some expert insight to put your mind at ease.

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