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The Use of BIM in Asset Management

Steve Martin, Director of Application Development, Microdesk (November 2011)

With the ability to effectively manage maintenance schedules, repairs, renovations, and costs, BIM stands to bring new life to the AECO building ecosystem. More

Correct Application of Green Technology in Buildings is Key

Michael Turner, CEO and Forensic Architect, Cognitio Consulting (Fall 2011)

Although applying green technology is important to a building’s sustainability, components must be correctly designed and installed in order to maximize performance and building economy. More

In Focus: Corporate Solar Responsibility and Its Potential

Joe Langan, President and CEO, Langan Energy Solutions (Fall 2011)

Office buildings consume an enormous portion of our national energy production, impacting both the environment and company pocketbooks. It is time that office-building owners begin to explore solar system options. More

Critical Partnering of IT and RE in Business Continuity Planning

Sean Ivery, Senior Director, Data Center Advisory Group, Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. (Fall 2011)

When it comes to facilities planning, nowhere is the merging of a corporation’s real estate and IT departments more evident — or more necessary. More

CIOs at the Forefront in Real Estate Decision-Making

Bill Knotts, Senior Managing Director, Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. (Fall 2011)

When it comes to real estate strategy and implementation, the CIO’s role has become indelible and has fostered a new level of partnership with commercial real estate service providers. More

A Strategic Facilities Capital Planning Primer

Ray Dufresne, Vice President, VFA, Inc. (July 2011)

As the economy rebounds, access to readily available facility condition information provides a company with a strategic advantage. More

In Focus: The Benefits of Guided Facility Self-Assessments

Keith O'Leary, Director of Product Marketing, VFA, Inc. (July 2011)

Access to comprehensive and accurate facility condition data is critical in making informed facility capital planning decisions. More

CRE's Become More Engaged with Service Providers as Need for Growth is Balanced with Capacity Challenges

Area Development Online Research Desk (6/22/2011)

Today’s corporate real estate executive must nurture close ties to the real estate community to stay on the forefront of new strategies and trends in best-in-class real estate solutions. More

Companies Need to React Now to Proposed FASB Lease Account Rules Changes

Vivian Mumaw, Global Leader, Lease Administration, Jones Lang LaSalle (6/20/2011)

FASB lease account rules changes are definitely coming. Jones Lang LaSalle’s Vivian Mumaw discusses what companies need to do today to ensure they are ready for the changes. More

CFOs Focus on Real Estate as Key Driver of Cost Savings and in Preperation for Strategic Growth

Stuart Hicks, President, Strategic Clients and Chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle’s Global Corporate Solutions Board, Jones Lang LaSalle (5/25/2011)

Regardless of what the future holds for global business, real estate will continue to become a more and more prominent part of the corporate ecosystem. More

The Baldrige Process: World Standard in Manufacturing Quality Improvement - But Still Relevant?

Dave Claborn , Director of Development and Community Relations, Ohio State University, Marion (Spring 2011)

Baldrige is a pathway that leads to improved innovation — the very thing American industry needs in a global market of low-cost competitors. More

Employee Benefits: Balancing Cost and Employee Satisfaction

Phillip M. Perry (Spring 2011)

An impressive benefits package is one way to woo top talent, but employers must carefully weigh benefit costs with the company’s bottom line. More

U.S. Call Center/Back Office Operations Regaining Lost Ground

King R. White, Founder and President, Site Selection Group (Spring 2011)

The United States is uniquely positioned to gain back the jobs in this now more knowledge-based sector that have been lost over the last decade. More

Managing Crisis Situations: No Company is Immune - How to Deal with Disaster

Richard J. Maturi (Spring 2011)

Companies should create detailed plans and guidelines to handle worst-case business crises, but disaster planning is the ultimate key. More

Managing a Virtual Work Force: Eight Ways for Managers to Support Mobile Workers

John Hampton, Vice President of Enterprise Solutions, Regus Americas (Spring 2011)

The virtual work force is rapidly expanding. Don’t let it lead to growing management problems. More

Strategic Real Estate Portfolio Planning: Effective Solutions

Peter Shannon, Executive Vice President, Strategic Consulting, Jones Lang LaSalle (Spring 2011)

In the post-recession, new normal, companies must do everything they can to ensure their real estate portfolios contribute effectively to the bottom line. More

Streamlining Best Practices Across Facility Management

Phil Wales, CEO, eBusiness Strategies (Spring 2011)

Every business can realize significant cost savings by implementing streamlined, automated processes in its daily operations. More

The Global Landscape Evolves: Offshoring’s Risks and Opportunities

Matt Jackson, Strategic Consulting, Jones Lang LaSalle and Shannon Curley, Jones Lang LaSalle (Spring 2011)

The popularity and proliferation of offshoring will continue to grow as business becomes increasingly globalized. Balance the risks with opportunities for rewards. More

Designing a Roadmap for Headquarters Relocation

Andrew H. Shapiro, Managing Director, Biggins Lacy Shapiro & Company (Spring 2011)

Relocating a company headquarters is a major decision. Follow a thorough and logical methodology to ensure the best site choice for your business. More

Optimism Found in CoreNet Global 2011 Report on Commercial Real Estate Trends

CoreNet Global (5/11/2011)

CoreNet Global’s recently released 2011 state-of-the-industry report focuses on fresh input regarding the global economic recovery, the state of CRE, technology and real estate, workplace innovation, the war for talent, and related topics. More

LINK: CoreNet Global 2011 State-of-the-Industry Report