Spacewell/Axxerion Blog

One of the largest determinants of workers’ well-being is their physical workspace that’s according to several resources and studies such as this article published on Forbes.  Employees are likely to be happier, more engaged, productive, healthy, and happy if they like the environment where they work. Other reports and indices, like Gensler’s Workplace Index make a strong connection between the physical workspace and employee productivity. So as a modern organization that seeks to thrive in today’s increasingly competitive market, it’s essential that if you want to attract and retain the top talents in your industry, your company must create an…

Workplace safety is a major concern for any employer because accidents and health issues are not only costly, sometimes the consequences can be irreversible. Fortunately, with an integrated workplace management system (IWMS), your organization stands a better chance of minimizing workplace safety incidents in the following ways: Hazardous assets tracking and maintenance To help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone using your building, important IWMS features that you will need are the asset management combined with the convenience of work order management all in one platform. This empowers you to create and assign work requests for hazardous equipment in…

The decision to implement an integrated workplace management system (IWMS) is an important and commendable step that comes with several transformative benefits for your business. However, it’s not a project to be taken lightly because this process will require that you invest some time and capital. It’s therefore vital that you know what to expect and that you are guided in choosing the best IWMS for your organization. Anything else could turn into an operational and financial nightmare. To help you make the right decision and avoid problems down the road, let’s start by asking: Do you know the different…

When considering the move to an integrated workplace management system (IWMS), you’ll want information that is specific to your market sector as well as your organization’s size. With that kind of information, it’s easier to navigate the market and deploy the right IWMS with the features that offer you the best in maintenance and asset management solutions. An IWMS is a powerful platform for streamlining the different areas of facility and real estate management; you already know that. But our experience with deploying solutions for clients over the years has shown us that just knowing the benefits of a software…

Small and medium-sized businesses occupy a unique position in the property management sector; they don’t have the very large budgets of the bigger companies, yet they are expected to deliver the same quality of services as the biggest names in the industry. In fact, as a business owner in this bracket, it’s expected that your facility management team will often have to work harder and do more than the larger companies to attract new clients and remain competitive! So, how do you achieve this? Through innovation, revenue growth, cost efficiency, minimal waste, and top-notch service delivery. In other words, you…

Anyone who has ever purchased a physical asset knows that the upfront cost to buy that item is just the “tip of the iceberg.” Maintaining that asset to ensure that you use it optimally throughout its expected lifespan is where the true cost of owning it becomes apparent. Let’s take a simple example that we can all relate to such as buying a car. The money you will pay before driving it out of the dealership is just an initial expense. After some months (depending on the age and the initial condition of the vehicle), you should expect to start…

When it comes to choosing facility management software, it can sometimes seem daunting. The options are increasing, and it may seem as if there’s a very thin line distinguishing between what each software offers. For very busy facilities, two of the most common software you’ll encounter include the Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) and the integrated workplace management system (IWMS). Let’s help you clear up any confusion and discover which one will work best for your facility. We’ll start with an overview of CAFM. Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) CAFM belongs in the category of legacy software. It is one of the…

These days, you’ll hardly meet someone that isn’t carrying one form of mobile device or the other. Whether it’s an iOS or Android tablet or smartphone, the ubiquitous nature of mobile devices provides an opportunity for every industry to leverage mobile technology. For facility managers, mobile devices provide a unique opportunity to access different maintenance software solutions on the go. For example, your team can easily use information from their Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) app to improve your organization’s operational efficiency across hundreds of assets, boost their workflow and productivity, and improve their service delivery to your customers by…

Have you ever been in this position? You were a participant at an important conference or some other business event that you had been looking forward to for months. Finally, the event day arrives, but instead of participating in the sessions, you end up spending the better part of your time trying to coordinate different problems with bookings and reservations, or resolving one hurdle or the other. Then you really need to read this post! What if we told you about a management tool that will ensure that when the next conference or major event comes around, you and your…

There are so many types of facility management software available on the market today. And that’s a good thing because it shows that we have much better resources and tools to deliver quality to our clients in the built environment today compared to decades back. However, potential users and beginners can often feel lost when they consider all the options out there. We want to give you a quick rundown of the most robust software for real estate and facility professionals (IWMS) versus a selection of the most popular facility management software available today plus a very brief explanation about…