As we head into 2025, facilities management is navigating a landscape of innovation, sustainability, and shifting priorities. Here's what to watch:

  1. AI and Automation: Leveraging building data to optimise operations is key, with AI poised to revolutionize efficiency and decision-making.
  2. Sustainability: Despite uncertain federal policies, green building investments are a top priority driven by local governments and corporate ESG commitments.
  3. Skilled Labor Shortages: A continued lack of skilled trades workers prompts new training models and hybrid workforce strategies.
  4. Office Space Evolution: Hybrid work is here to stay, but optimising office environments to meet employee expectations will require upgrades and redesigns.
  5. Data Center Expansion: With AI driving demand, data centers face mounting pressure to evolve their power systems and infrastructure.
  6. Federal Space Shifts: Potential return-to-office mandates could reshape federal building utilisation and spark changes in space planning.

The trends are clear: adapt, innovate, and optimise to stay competitive. Ready to dive deeper? Read the full article now.