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How to choose a CAFM mobile app
30th August 2018

Latest QFM Release

The latest version of QFM includes a range of new features to streamline facilities operations.

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See Service Works Group's mobile CAFM software at the Facilities Show
16th June 2016

Facilities Show – VIP Access for Clients

Next week, Service Works will be exhibiting at the Facilities Show in London’s Excel Centre, where we’ll be demonstrating the latest web and mobile enhancements to QFM Software on stand N1300. If you are also planning to attend the event, we would be delighted to meet with you there. As a valued client, we also would like […]

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CAFM software from Service Works serves the NSW Parliament
30th November 2015

QFM Software Serves the New South Wales Parliament

As published in the November issue of Facility Management magazine, this article explains how QFM Software from Service Works Group has enabled the Parliament of New South Wales to streamline maintenance job-logging processes, create efficiencies and ensure complete FM auditability.

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SWG Webinar - Facilities Management Trends for 2016
23rd November 2015

Videos: FM Trends in 2016

In a series of short videos, Andrew Wilkinson, Strategy and Marketing Director of Sodexo and Mark Kirkham, Director of Service Works briefly address some of the issues that will affect Facilities Management in 2016.

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QFM User Group Forum
20th November 2015

QFM User Group Slides

Download the presentations from the QFM User Group, covering subjects such as information on new releases, a product roadmap and best practice ideas.

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17th September 2015

Latest Release – QFM version 1.33

Announcing the latest release of QFM Web (version 1.33) which includes a range of enhancements, most notably multiple contract management. Multiple Contract Management We are pleased to announce that version 1.33 of QFM Web has been developed to support multiple client contracts. This enables service providers or any organisation responsible for managing several FM contracts […]

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BIFM & Service Works Good Practice Guide to Selecting FM Software
9th April 2015

Good Practice Guide to Selecting FM Software

Published by the BIFM in collaboration with Service Works, the guide provides information about the critical issues involved in selecting and implementing a software solution for FM and looks at key technology trends that may influence the decision-making processes.

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SWG and Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships (CCPPP) look into successful P3 projects in Canada
17th December 2014

The World’s Most Successful P3 Market

Published by P3 Bulletin, this article reviews the new white paper from Service Works in collaboration with the CCPPP, which examines the development and performance of PPP projects in Canada and the key factors that have contributed to its success.

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Facilities management software survey results - Service Works Group
10th December 2014

Survey to Build a Picture of FM Software Usage

The Facilities Show, in collaboration with international FM software provider Service Works Group, is conducting the latest UK FM Software Survey which aims to provide the most complete and thought-provoking picture of how technology is impacting the profession.

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Service Works examines the UK government’s PF2 reform and opportunities for Canada
27th November 2014

Canada’s Next Top Model?

Published by ReNew Canada, this article examines the UK government’s new approach to Public-Private Partnerships, known as PF2. It outlines how the model differs from its predecessors and considers whether the PF2 program can offer any new initiatives for the mature Canadian PPP market.

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Edith Cowan University and QFM facilities management software from Service Works
26th November 2014

Mastering Facilities Management at Edith Cowan University

This article examines how Edith Cowan University manages the renewal and expansion of its estate. The University recognises the importance of maintaining its facilities in order to remain at the forefront of academic and research excellence. It uses QFM Software to manage its buildings and services and the product’s inbuilt reporting to identify trends and drive strategy.

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Performance Management in Facilities Management using CAFM Software
21st November 2014

Stepping Up Your Performance Management

This article, based on Service Works’ white paper ‘Performance Excellence in Maintenance Management’, looks at the importance of demonstrating good performance and the measures that maintenance teams can implement to improve operational output.

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Research by Service Works reveals insight into FM performance management
9th October 2014

Webinar Reveals Insight into FM Performance

A recent webinar hosted by Service Works and the Facilities Show revealed valuable insights into how FM performance is measured across the industry. The statistics address topics including the usage of SLAs and KPIs, input and output specifications, and the usage of technology to manage performance.

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Service Works discusses how future CAFM systems will benefit facilities managers
7th October 2014

Mindful of the Future

Industry expert Gary Watkins, CEO of Service Works, and other CAFM professionals discuss the relevance and future of CAFM systems with the rapid advancements in technology.

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PF2 reform on PFI model - article by Service Works Group
10th September 2014

The Prodigal Son

In 2012, the government announced reforms to the Private Finance Initiative, through a new model called PF2. Eighteen months since its introduction, this article explores the technical content of PF2 reform, focusing on the substantive changes which have been introduced, why they matter and the impact to date on the FM sector.

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Service Works' poll reveals confusion among FMs over sotware acronyms
1st August 2014

FM Software Acronyms Poll Reveals Confusion

A recent poll by Service Works revealed that the numerous acronyms used to describe FM software are causing confusion. A variety of different terms, including CAFM, CMMS, IWMS and MMS are used, but many believe that they all offer broadly similar functionality.

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QFM facilities management software, Monarch Aircraft Engineering case study
13th July 2014

Taking to the Skies

A case study of Monarch Aircraft Engineering’s aircraft hangar in Birmingham, the maintenance of which is managed using QFM software from Service Works. To view this article as a PDF click here. July 2014 Taking to the Skies Birmingham Airport has ambition, the most prominent symbol of which is Monarch Aircraft Engineering’s (MAEL) massive aircraft […]

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The Importance of BIM - industry discussion by Service Works Group (SWG)
1st July 2014

The Ostrich Dilemma

In this PFM cover story, FM industry experts discuss the importance of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and the importance of generating awareness.

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Policy changes from PF2 reform, how will they affect the market
1st July 2014

PF2: A Clear Investment

In this Partnerships Bulletin article, Gary Watkins Service Works’ CEO, looks at the policy changes that accompany the PF2 reform and how these changes will affect the market and its stakeholders.

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Choosing a computerised maintenance management software (CMMS) system, from Service Works Global
1st July 2014

CMMS: A Planned Attack

This article explores the challenges Maintenance Managers face when selecting a computerised maintenance management software (CMMS) system.

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How mobile devices are changing the FM landscape with CAFM software on the go - article by Service Works
1st May 2014

The Way of the Future

Mark Kirkham, Director of Service Works and FM industry experts discuss the benefits, limitations and future of mobile devices for facilities managers.

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Space Management through FM Software - white paper: ‘How Strategic Space Management can Benefit your Business’
1st March 2014

In a Better Space

Following the launch of Service Works Group’s White Paper, ‘How Strategic Space Management can Benefit your Business’, Tomorrow’s FM looks at some of the report’s key insights.

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Mobile technology in facilities management from SWG
1st February 2014

On the Move

FM software expert Service Works Group’s managing director Gary Watkins explains how facilities professionals can work more effectively and efficiently using mobile technology in this edition of FMJ.

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QFM Mobile - CAFM Software to allow FM managers to work flexibly and remotely
1st February 2014

Transforming FM with Mobile Technology

Gary Watkins, CEO of Service Works, explores how the revolution of mobile technology benefits the FM industry by allowing FMs to work flexibly and remotely; reducing costs, improving productivity and service levels.

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Big Data in FM - Service Works looks at informed decision making though software
20th January 2014

Big Data – Big Impact

Gary Watkins, Service Works’ CEO explains how FM data enables informed decisions in this article discussing how important FM data is in strategic property decisions.

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Choosing and implementing CAFM software: BIFM Good Practice Guide to Selecting FM Software
1st January 2014

Software Systems Are Go

Exploring The BIFM Good Practice Guide to Selecting FM Software, written by Annie Gales, Director of Service Works, this article in FMJ explains how to choose software, prepare an effective business case and implement IWMS technology.

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Service Works Facilities Management article: Benchmarking in FM
1st January 2014

Making a Mark on FM

Mark Kirkham, Director of Service Works, and other leading industry experts discuss the importance of benchmarking to compare and improve FM operations, provide advice for undertaking accurate benchmarking and address the challenges involved.

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Service Works discusses how future CAFM systems will benefit facilities managers
7th October 2014

Mindful of the Future

Industry expert Gary Watkins, CEO of Service Works, and other CAFM professionals discuss the relevance and future of CAFM systems with the rapid advancements in technology.

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