{"id":39295,"date":"2025-07-29T08:00:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T12:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eptura.com\/?p=39295"},"modified":"2025-07-30T11:58:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T15:58:25","slug":"this-month-in-fm-trends-how-being-strategic-drives-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/blog\/this-month-in-fm-trends-how-being-strategic-drives-success\/","title":{"rendered":"This month in FM trends: How being strategic drives success"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For facility and workplace leaders, the solution isn\u2019t just more software. In fact, 50% of businesses already have an average of 17 standalone worktech systems, and 37% are paying\u00a011 or more full-time employees to collate, analyze, and report on the data, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">according to Eptura\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.eptura.com\/content-eptura-workplace-index-25.html?utm_campaign=2025Q2-GLBL-Content-Eptura-Workplace-Index&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_source=blog\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2025 Workplace Index report<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Instead, industry leaders are encouraging them to start thinking strategically.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome to our monthly deep dive into important industry trends for workplace and facility management (FM) professionals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is strategic thinking in business?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Strategic thinking is a high-level, forward-looking approach that helps organizations identify challenges, opportunities, and the best paths to achieve their objectives. It involves a broad perspective, an understanding of the external environment, and the ability to anticipate and adapt.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Creating a vision and setting goals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Strategic thinking starts with defining a clear vision and setting\u00a0goals. A vision provides a broad, aspirational direction that guides all strategic decisions and actions. Goals, on the other hand, help you break down this vision into actionable and trackable objectives. By ensuring that goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, organizations can create a roadmap that is both realistic and ambitious. This approach helps to focus efforts, allocate resources effectively, and measure progress, ultimately leading to the successful realization of the organization&#8217;s strategic vision.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Capturing data and conducting analysis<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Conducting thorough analysis is a critical component of strategic thinking and involves gathering and interpreting data to understand the current landscape and identify key trends and changes.\u00a0Data-driven analysis, including\u00a0reviewing metrics from various systems, helps to identify areas for improvement and inform strategic decisions. By regularly analyzing this information, organizations can make informed choices that align with their goals and adapt to changing conditions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Investing in innovation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Innovation creates a culture of creativity and continuous improvement to find new and better ways to achieve organizational objectives. Innovation can take many forms, from adopting new technologies to rethinking traditional processes. A proactive approach ensures that the organization remains competitive and relevant in a rapidly evolving environment. Innovation also helps to address emerging challenges and capitalize on new opportunities, making the organization more resilient and adaptable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Emphasizing adaptability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Adaptability means being open to change and ready to pivot when necessary to stay aligned with the organization&#8217;s vision. The landscape is constantly changing, with new technologies, regulatory requirements, and stakeholders. By being flexible, organizations can quickly respond to these changes and adjust strategies, including being prepared to modify existing plans, implement new solutions, and continuously refine processes. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What do workplace leaders need to know about strategic vision and goals?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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 role of facility management and corporate real estate leaders is evolving, and there\u2019s now more of a focus on creating spaces that better support a range of larger organizational goals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the episode \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcast\/workplace-innovator\/life-sciences-architecture-and-workplace-strategy\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2019A Better, Positive Outlook\u2019 \u2013 Life Sciences, Architecture, and Workplace Strategy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u201d Daniel Castner, AIA, LEED AP, and principal and director of the life science practice at Mancini Duffy, talks about how facility management has moved\u00a0from focusing on small details to the trying to see the big picture. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cIt used to be the discussion was more about is it the right temperature? There\u2019s a water leak, so how can we respond to something, you know, in a reactive way,\u201d he says. \u201cBut now I think things are shifting and there\u2019s much more big picture focus on whether it\u2019s recruiting and retention or sustainability and providing a space that considers, you know, the environment and the world around us.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There\u2019s also a new focus on designing spaces that are not only functional but also enhance the workplace experience to improve productivity, attraction, and retention, he says.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cIn the case of me working in life science, I think a lot about wellness and how a company may be coming up with a cure for cancer, but they also need to come up with a workplace that responds to keeping their employees healthy at the same time,\u201d he says.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Employee wellbeing isn\u2019t the only larger organizational goal workplace leaders should consider when designing workspaces. It\u2019s all connected, explains Sabrina Pagani, principal and interiors practice leader at AECOM, in the episode \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcast\/workplace-innovator\/interior-design-and-creating-workplace-environments-where-people-thrive\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2019Everything Begins With Trust\u2019 \u2013 Interior Design and Creating Workplace Environments Where People Thrive<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cPlace can\u2019t be thought of as separate from policies, procedures, and behaviors of the people that occupy it,\u201d she says.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Implementing your vision starts with understanding other people\u2019s\u00a0goals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">In the webinar \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.eptura.com\/ty-webinar-streamlined-operations.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unified vision: Securing buy-in for streamlined operations<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u201d co-host Matt Tucker, director of research at IFMA, explains why you need to consider other people\u2019s vision and goals when trying to implement change.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Building effective stakeholder buy-in requires a holistic approach that includes understanding organizational goals, aligning metrics, and fostering cross-functional communication.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;If you need investment or you need to establish the ROI of something, you&#8217;ve got to be able to liaise with the finance director and understand what their primary motives are and how you can speak in financial terms to get their interest,&#8221; he says.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support from higher up in the organization is critical for success, says Erik Zink, vice president of strategy and mergers and acquisitions at Eptura and co-host in the same webinar. \u201cWithout good solid c-suite sponsorship, I&#8217;ve seen global implementations completely fall apart into single country instances, and a lot of time, effort, and money wasted.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Being strategic can mean starting small<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&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\">Strategic thinking doesn&#8217;t always require sweeping changes. Often, the most effective strategies begin with small, manageable steps. As a facility or workplace leader, you can start by identifying a few key areas where incremental improvements can make a significant impact. For example, optimizing the layout of a single meeting room or implementing a more efficient desk booking system can enhance productivity and employee satisfaction without overwhelming your resources. These small wins can build momentum and provide valuable insights that inform larger, more comprehensive changes. By starting small, you can test new ideas, gather feedback, and refine your approach before scaling up, ensuring that your strategic initiatives are both effective and sustainable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0&#8220;Start small with whatever you&#8217;re doing. Start small scale and then scale up,&#8221; advises Tucker<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stay on top of the trends in intelligent worktech and facility management <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workplace and facility management are constantly evolving with new technologies, regulations, and best practices. Industry professionals always have something new to learn.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For more videos, podcasts, and webinars to keep you updated on the latest trends, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/resource\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Eptura\u2019s resource page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to our monthly deep dive into important industry trends for workplace and facility management (FM) 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