{"id":38108,"date":"2025-02-21T08:00:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T13:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eptura.wpengine.com\/?p=38108"},"modified":"2025-02-21T06:08:54","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T11:08:54","slug":"mandates-drive-urgency-to-federal-workspace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/blog\/mandates-drive-urgency-to-federal-workspace\/","title":{"rendered":"New agency mandates drive urgency to rightsize federal workspace for return to office"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">U.S. federal agencies are under pressure to optimize their real estate portfolios, reduce costs, and create more efficient workplaces for employees navigating the return to office.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A new directive from the Department of Defense (DoD) requires daily occupancy tracking, pushing agencies to take decisive action in rightsizing their workspaces. This isn\u2019t just a compliance mandate \u2014 it\u2019s an opportunity to modernize federal buildings, cut operational costs, and improve the workplace experience for government employees.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But without the right tools, agencies risk making space-planning decisions based on outdated assumptions rather than real-time data.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many federal agencies are maintaining office space that far exceeds actual usage. Some headquarters <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/perry.house.gov\/news\/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402694\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">operate at less than 20% capacity<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, costing taxpayers millions in underutilized real estate. With return-to-office mandates emerging as the way forward for government organizations, agencies need a smarter approach to space planning \u2014 one that aligns with actual workforce behaviors.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rightsizing starts with data-driven decision-making, and that requires real-time visibility into how workspaces are being used.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The role of office space management systems in rightsizing spaces<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How government agencies can implement effective space planning strategies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As federal agencies optimize their real estate footprints, office space management systems are a critical tool for tracking and analyzing occupancy trends. Agencies can leverage these systems to automatically collect and process real-time space utilization data for insights into how employees use workspaces, when peak occupancy occurs, and where inefficiencies exist.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By identifying underutilized offices, meeting rooms, and shared workspaces, agencies can make evidence-based decisions about reconfiguring layouts or consolidating facilities to align with actual workforce needs. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To take action, agencies should:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Utilize intelligent occupancy tracking solutions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, such as Archibus\u2019 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/archibus.com\/products\/space-planning-management\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">space planning and management tools<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, to capture real-time space usage data rather than relying on estimates. By leveraging IoT-enabled sensors, automated occupancy monitoring, and space utilization analytics, agencies can gain accurate insights into how workspaces are used, enabling more strategic real estate decisions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use AI-driven analytics<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to identify patterns in how employees use office space and adjust layouts accordingly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adopt flexible space policies <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">based on real-time demand, reallocating underutilized areas rather than maintaining excess space.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Addressing the return-to-office challenge<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The emergence of return-to-office mandates presents new challenges for federal agencies. With work policies evolving, predicting how much space is truly needed is difficult. By leveraging space management tools, agencies can take a responsive approach to occupancy tracking, rather than making permanent decisions based on temporary trends.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example, agencies can:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Automate daily attendance patterns<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to determine which office locations are most in demand. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/our-platform\/eptura-engage\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Intelligent booking solutions<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> such as Eptura\u2019s will automatically assign and release spaces if they aren\u2019t being used to constantly keep utilization information current.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adjust workspace layouts <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">based on actual usage data, rather than assuming pre-pandemic configurations will still work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use flexible seating arrangements<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to accommodate fluctuating in-office attendance with shift and hourly usage monitoring while reducing overall square footage needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Conduct a space inventory<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> by 3D mapping buildings to make strategic decisions about repurposing and creating multi-use spaces.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The return to the office is not a one-time shift \u2014 it\u2019s an ongoing adjustment. Agencies that leverage data-driven space planning will be able to make informed decisions in real time and as mandates evolve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-38112\" src=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-1024x512.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-1536x768.webp 1536w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-2048x1024.webp 2048w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Engineers-drawing-on-blueprints-1200x600.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Space planning challenges and solutions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many government agencies lack the tools to accurately track space utilization, making it difficult to justify reconsolidation and leading to wasted resources and inefficiencies. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.congress.gov\/bill\/118th-congress\/house-bill\/6276\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Utilizing Space Efficiently and Improving Technologies (USE IT) Act of 2023<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> directly addresses this issue by requiring the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the General Services Administration (GSA) to implement standardized methodologies and advanced tracking technologies to assess building usage more accurately.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, financial constraints remain a barrier \u2014 agencies have struggled to obtain reliable presence data, often resorting to workarounds like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/perry.house.gov\/news\/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402694#:~:text=The%201M%20SF,at%2022%25%20occupancy.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">cellphone tracking<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. To ensure agencies can implement effective <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/our-platform\/eptura-workplace\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">space planning systems<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the White House has proposed giving the GSA greater financial flexibility, including access to Federal Buildings Fund revenue and authority to approve up to $10 million in funding without congressional approval.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To effectively meet these new standards and overcome the limitations of traditional tracking methods, agencies should look for scalable space management tools that eliminate guesswork by enabling them to:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Identify underutilized spaces<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to make decisions about whether to reduce or repurpose real estate.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make evidence-based reconsolidation decisions <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">that optimize space usage without disrupting operations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shift from reactive to proactive space allocation<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, ensuring long-term efficiency and compliance with federal mandates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enhance strategic portfolio management<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> by aligning facilities with actual workforce demands and cost-saving initiatives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How a government healthcare network optimized space to improve care and cut costs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A multi-facility government healthcare network wanted to deliver the best standard of care while stewarding taxpayer resources across millions of square feet of clinical facilities. Due to rising healthcare costs, the agency constantly looks to reduce community care costs without compromising quality.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After creating a space inventory with 3D building mapping, they monitored usage and identified some spaces that were only being used 30-50% of the time. Once they knew which areas were underutilized, they could make more informed decisions about how to reconfigure spaces to increase capacity as multipurpose treatment rooms.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example, they identified a 330-square-foot room initially used for occasional X-rays, which often sat empty. They converted it into a multipurpose infusion treatment space, saving $8.3 million annually while also enhancing patient care by keeping services in-house.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By modeling the potential savings they could realize by improving utilization across their facilities, they found that a 2.5% increase in space usage could potentially save them up to $2 billion annually in outsourced medical care costs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Read the <\/span><\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/resource\/u-s-healthcare-innovator-achieves-50-time-savings-and-unmatched-data-accuracy\/\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">customer success story.<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The importance of rightsizing in space optimization strategies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/resource\/optimize-government-real-estate-with-strategic-space-planning\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rightsizing government real estate portfolios<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> goes beyond cost-cutting \u2014 it\u2019s about establishing a more streamlined, agile, and fiscally responsible government.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In line with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbrb.gov\/files\/2024\/03\/3.21.24-FINAL-PBRB-Interim-Report.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Public Buildings Reform Board\u2019s discovery<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of underutilized federal headquarter buildings, implementing space planning solutions can help organizations:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reevaluate space needs\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoid unnecessary lease renewals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make more informed decisions about consolidating, retrofitting, or offloading properties.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thankfully, strategic rightsizing initiatives are already underway. To address wasted resources and unnecessary costs, the GSA is actively rightsizing the federal footprint, with plans to dispose of 23 properties totaling 3.5 million square feet, a move expected to save taxpayers $1 billion over the next decade.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By aligning office footprints with actual usage, governments can reduce their environmental impact, cut carbon emissions, and ensure that resources are allocated where they have the greatest public benefit.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The GSA&#8217;s role in deferred maintenance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The GSA is also taking \u201cappropriate corrective action\u201d to address the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facilitiesdive.com\/news\/gsa-government-deferred-maintenance-federal-buildings\/709334\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">significant backlog of deferred maintenance in federal buildings<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> based on recommendations made in a 2021 audit. It identified $280 million in duplicative costs due to errors in calculating <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/blog\/deferred-maintenance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">deferred maintenance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> cost estimates and concluded that the agency\u2019s national maintenance strategy was ineffective in reducing its deferred maintenance backlog.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strategic space management plays a crucial role in reducing deferred maintenance backlogs by eliminating underutilized areas and optimizing federal facility portfolios. By deploying space management systems, agencies can significantly reduce the square footage requiring upkeep, freeing up resources to proactively address critical maintenance needs. This ensures that high-priority buildings remain safe, functional, and cost-effective while improving the overall efficiency and reliability of government operations.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A smaller, well-managed footprint enables smarter maintenance investments, extends asset longevity, and enhances the working environment for federal employees, ultimately supporting a more sustainable and fiscally responsible approach to facility management.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Creating smarter, more responsive federal facilities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For government leaders, the challenge is clear: How can you harness these tools to drive meaningful change in your agency?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The directive to make better use of federal spaces is a catalyst, but proper execution is where real change happens. Agencies have the opportunity now to improve their operational reliability by prioritizing resources where they have the greatest impact.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As they consolidate and repurpose space based on actual utilization data through modern, scalable space planning tools, they improve energy efficiency, reduce maintenance burdens, and create a more sustainable long-term real estate strategy. By shifting from a reactive to a proactive facility management approach, government organizations can ensure that every square foot of workspace serves a purpose and delivers value to the public.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get your copy of our e-book on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/resource\/optimize-government-real-estate-with-strategic-space-planning\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">rightsizing government real estate<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for more strategies to manage your facilities securely and efficiently.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>U.S. federal agencies are under pressure to optimize their real estate portfolios, reduce costs, and create a more efficient workplace for employees navigating the return to 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