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April 2024
30 Years of FM and SWG
Celebrating our 30th birthday, we look back over the last three decades of our history and the evolution of the FM landscape.
January 2023
A Beginners Guide to Space Management
In this informative guide we’ll explain why space management is important, its rise in popularity and the benefits to the FM team and wider organization.
October 2022
What is CAFM Software?
In this back to basics guide we’ll explain what the acronym stands for, what CAFM is used for, and the benefits to the FM team and wider organisation.
July 2022
Top Tips for Creating an Asset Register
Having an asset register is advantageous for informed FM decision making, compliance and operational efficiency. Read our tips on how to make one.
March 2022
Installing IWMS Remotely With Confidence
There are plenty of options to make sure your IWMS software is up and running as soon as possible, regardless of location. Read our blog on remote IWMS installation.
March 2022
Beginner’s Guide to BIM and Digitisation
This guide will explain everything you need to know about BIM and digitization, including the benefits and how they are used in FM.
January 2022
A Guide to Facilities Management Technology Acronyms
Even the most experienced professionals can be tripped up by an acronym. Here's a run through of some of the more common terms.
January 2022
What Is SFG20?
SFG20 is recognized as the industry standard for building maintenance specifications, but how can you incorporate it into your our PPM schedules?
July 2021
Free Your Locked-Up Data: Tips for Moving to IWMS
Data is the new gold, but managing it with spreadsheets means the FM team can’t unlock its full value. Read our tips about moving to IWMS
December 2020
How to Choose the Right IWMS Software
A wide choice of IWMS software means harder decision making. Read our guidance to make sure you pick the best IWMS for your organisation.
November 2020
IWMS Tools for In-house FM and Service Providers
Whether an in-house team or an FM service provider, the flexibility of IWMS can improve service levels with an ROI of just 12-18 months.
August 2020
Preventative vs Predictive Maintenance
What is preventative maintenance compared to predictive maintenance, and which plan should you be using?
June 2020
Managing Site-Wide Health and Safety with IWMS
How creating schedules by location, rather than asset, can help FMs manage health and safety across their site during and beyond COVID-19.
January 2020
2019 in Review – What Were the Priorities in FM?
New Year is a time of reflection, and we’re looking back on the priorities for facilities management professionals over the last 12 months.
November 2019
PPPs in Their Operational Phase – Survey Highlights
The operational phase of a P3 is an increasingly important concern among industry practitioners - read the highlights of our recent survey here.
October 2019
Changing Times for IWMS Implementation
The important role of change management and communication to get the best our of your IWMS system and achieve staff buy in.
September 2019
BIM for FM Webinar – an Overview
Service Works Global’s ‘BIM for FM’ webinar this week showed the practical side of how building information modelling (BIM) can be used within FM.
July 2019
Technology: Are FMs Embracing Change?
‘Technology as a force for change – we are all technology companies, aren’t we?’ A commentary on the debate featuring SWG.
March 2019
Give Up Giving Up – FM Practices to Let Go
Giving up smoking for a month is good for self-control and health, but why not also consider giving up bad FM practices to form positive habits instead.
September 2018
Benefits of an Integrated Payment Mechanism for P3 Service Providers
Five reasons why service providers in P3 projects should be using software with an integrated paymech rather than struggling with spreadsheets.
March 2018
QFM User Group Summary
A look at the QFM User Group held in London last week, including guest client speakers from Luton & Dunstable NHS Trust and Anabas.
January 2018
2017 in Review – What Were the Key Priorities in FM?
2017 was a year of change and discovery for facilities management, but which subjects were most important to FMs?
January 2018
Work Smarter, Not Harder, in 2018
Forget new year's resolutions - get things done faster, cheaper and more efficiently in your facility by switching to CAFM software.
December 2017
Using FM Software for Success – SWG and BIFM Good Practice Guide Webinar Review
SWG and BIFM give advice in this complimentary webinar on selecting the right CAFM system for an organisation, including choosing features and writing a business case.
May 2017
Guide: How to Select the Right CAFM App
Looking for a CAFM app at Facilities Show? Take our list of questions to find the right software for your requirements.
May 2017
Online Security, FM and the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the next big thing for facilities management, but FMs should also be aware of how to protect their data and online devices.
January 2017
Guide: How to Transition from Spreadsheets to CAFM Software
It is proven that FM software manages a facility more effectively than a spreadsheet, but how difficult is it to transition between the two systems?
January 2017
Keep Your 2017 Resolutions With CAFM
Often New Year Resolutions are broken within a month, but we look at how facilities managers can keep theirs through 2017 and beyond.
October 2016
Five Ways CAFM Can Deliver ROI
CAFM can generate ROI quickly through time, money and efficiency savings across the whole organisation - read on find out how.
September 2016
Facility Management Made As Easy As Pie
Many parallels can be drawn between The Great British Bake Off and facilities management - read on to find out more.
September 2016
5 Technology Tips to Improve Maintenance Scheduling
Top tips on using technology to improve maintenance scheduling, increasing work efficiency and reducing time lost to equipment breakdowns.
September 2016
Operative Management – How to Optimise FM Resources
Manage work quality, deadlines and profitability using QFM's simple Resource Scheduler tool.
September 2016
Asset Management – Setting Up An Asset Register
How to set up an asset register for more effective asset management, and how linking to a CAFM system can save time and money.
August 2016
How Does BIM Benefit Facilities Managers?
BIM is a topic that should be high on the agenda of many FMs, but is often misunderstood. What is BIM and what are the benefits?
June 2016
How to Keep Your Cool in Facility Management
How to maintain productivity in the workplace during the summer heat using planned preventative maintenance strategies and automated asset monitoring.
June 2016
5 Reasons to Visit SWG at the Facilities Show
Why visit SWG on stand N1300 at the Facilities Show? Five reasons why our industry-leading CAFM software is worth a look.
May 2016
How to Choose and Implement the Right FM Software for Your Organisation
The importance of careful planning cannot be emphasised strongly enough when choosing new facilities management software. SWG has produced a comprehensive, impartial guide to provide advice.
May 2016
Three Ways Booking Software Can Improve Your Business
With space at a premium in many organisations, shared areas are high-value assets. Ensure these resources are used to maximum effect and save space, time and reputation.
April 2016
FM Software Acronyms – Concise or Confusing?
CAFM, IWMS, CMMS – meaningful facilities management technology terms or a jumble of letters? Read on for current trend analysis of acronyms in facilities management.