How do you adopt new FM technologies?

1 Assess your needs and goals

Before you decide to adopt any new FM technology, you need to have a clear understanding of your current situation, your desired outcomes, and your available resources. You need to identify the problems or gaps that you want to solve or fill with the new FM technology, and how it aligns with your strategic objectives and priorities. You also need to evaluate your budget, your existing infrastructure, and your staff capabilities and readiness. By doing a thorough assessment of your needs and goals, you can narrow down your options and choose the most suitable and feasible FM technology for your organization.

2 Research and compare

Once you have a shortlist of potential FM technologies that meet your needs and goals, you need to do some research and comparison to find out more about their features, benefits, drawbacks, and reviews. You can use various sources of information, such as online platforms, industry publications, case studies, testimonials, and demos, to learn about the different FM technologies and how they work in practice. You can also consult with other FM professionals, experts, or consultants who have experience or knowledge of the FM technologies you are interested in. By doing some research and comparison, you can gain a deeper insight and perspective on the FM technologies and make an informed decision.

3 Plan and implement

After you have selected the FM technology that best suits your needs and goals, you need to plan and implement it in a systematic and effective way. You need to develop a detailed project plan that outlines the scope, timeline, budget, roles, responsibilities, and risks of the adoption process. You also need to communicate and collaborate with all the relevant stakeholders, such as your management, staff, vendors, contractors, and users, to ensure their support and involvement. You need to test and troubleshoot the FM technology before deploying it fully, and monitor and evaluate its performance and impact after deployment. By planning and implementing the FM technology carefully and strategically, you can ensure a smooth and successful adoption.

4 Train and educate

One of the key factors that can influence the adoption of new FM technologies is the level of training and education that you provide to your staff and users. You need to design and deliver comprehensive and engaging training and education programs that cover the basics, the benefits, and the best practices of using the new FM technology. You need to tailor the training and education programs to suit the different needs, levels, and preferences of your staff and users, and use various methods and tools, such as manuals, videos, webinars, workshops, and feedback sessions, to facilitate learning and interaction. By training and educating your staff and users effectively and continuously, you can increase their confidence and competence in using the new FM technology.

5 Review and improve

The adoption of new FM technologies is not a one-time event, but an ongoing process that requires constant review and improvement. You need to collect and analyze data and feedback from your staff, users, and other sources, to measure the outcomes and impacts of the new FM technology. You need to identify the strengths and weaknesses, the opportunities and threats, and the best practices and lessons learned from the adoption process. You also need to keep up with the latest trends and developments in the FM field, and explore new ways to enhance and optimize the new FM technology. By reviewing and improving the new FM technology regularly and proactively, you can ensure its relevance and value for your organization.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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