Introduction

Strategic Facilities Planning is a vital aspect of modern business operations, ensuring that facilities align with organizational goals and support long-term success. This 5-day course provides an in-depth exploration of the principles and practices of strategic facilities planning, including space management, financial planning, sustainability, and the integration of technology. Participants will gain insights into how to develop and implement strategic facilities plans that optimize performance, reduce costs, and adapt to future needs.

This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to plan, manage, and enhance facilities in alignment with organizational strategy.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key concepts and importance of strategic facilities planning.
• Align facilities planning with organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop comprehensive facilities strategies to optimize space, resources, and cost.
• Incorporate sustainability and environmental considerations into facilities planning.
• Evaluate financial aspects of facilities planning, including budgeting and cost control.
• Utilize technology for data-driven decision-making in facilities management.
• Adapt to trends and innovations in strategic facilities planning.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals involved in facilities planning or management, including:

• Facilities Managers and Directors
• Operations Managers
• Real Estate Managers
• Workplace Strategists
• Architects and Space Planners
• Corporate Executives responsible for facilities strategy
• Professionals in sustainability and energy management
• Anyone interested in gaining expertise in strategic facilities planning

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Strategic Facilities Planning

Session 1: Overview of Facilities Planning

• Definition and Importance of Strategic Facilities Planning
• Key Components of a Facilities Plan
• Role of Facilities Planning in Organizational Success

Session 2: Facilities Planning and Organizational Alignment

• Aligning Facilities Strategy with Business Goals
• Understanding Organizational Needs and Future Trends
• Strategic Facilities Plan vs. Operational Facilities Plan

Session 3: Facilities Planning Process

• Conducting Facilities Assessments
• Setting Goals and Objectives
• Developing Actionable Plans

Activity: Case Study on Organizational Alignment with Facilities Strategy

Day 2: Space Planning and Utilization

Session 1: Space Planning Fundamentals

• Assessing Space Needs: Tools and Techniques
• Space Optimization Strategies
• Flexible Workspaces and Collaborative Environments

Session 2: Workplace Design and Ergonomics

• Trends in Workplace Design
• Integrating Ergonomics for Productivity and Comfort

Session 3: Space Utilization Analytics

• Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Leveraging Data for Space Optimization

Activity: Group Exercise – Designing an Optimized Office Layout

Day 3: Financial Planning and Sustainability

Session 1: Facilities Budgeting and Cost Control

• Developing a Facilities Budget
• Analyzing Cost Drivers in Facilities Management

Session 2: Sustainability in Facilities Planning

• Principles of Sustainable Facilities Planning
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Waste Reduction

Session 3: Green Building Certifications

• LEED, BREEAM, and Other Certifications
• Incorporating Sustainable Design and Construction

Activity: Workshop – Creating a Cost-Effective and Sustainable Facilities Plan

Day 4: Technology and Risk Management

Session 1: Role of Technology in Facilities Planning

• Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) Systems
• Internet of Things (IoT) in Facilities Management

Session 2: Risk Management in Facilities Planning

• Identifying and Mitigating Facilities Risks
• Contingency Planning for Facilities Disruptions

Session 3: Maintenance Strategies and Life Cycle Analysis

• Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
• Facility Life Cycle Costing

Activity: Case Study – Leveraging Technology for Risk Mitigation in Facilities Planning

Day 5: Strategic Trends and Future of Facilities Planning

Session 1: Trends in Strategic Facilities Management

• Smart Buildings and Intelligent Workplaces
• Impact of Remote Work and Hybrid Models

Session 2: Facilities Benchmarking and Performance Evaluation

• Benchmarking Best Practices
• Continuous Improvement in Facilities Planning

Session 3: Future-Proofing Facilities Plans

• Adapting to Innovation and Emerging Technologies
• Strategic Planning for Long-Term Success

Activity: Group Discussion – Visioning the Future of Strategic Facilities Planning