Services

Are your Facilities ADA compliant? Experienced FM Solutions staff will conduct thourough ADA evaluations to inform you of how well/poor your facilities compare.

We have the unique ability to see the project from both the owner's perspective and the bidder's perspective which allows us to develop procurement processes and procedures ultimately rendering the best value bidder for the project.

Our Productive Maintenance Program utilizes a balance of the following techniques as appropriate to ensure that your operational objectives are met.

FMS beleives that the earliest possible involvement of VE is the most effective in reducing first cost and enhancing the life cycle cost performance for any project.

FM Solutions provides a unique combination of specialized services to assist facility owners in evaluating potential building acquisitions and improving the operational efficiency of their already owned assets. Our methodology delivers meaningful data to support decision making, establish defensible budgets, align facility plans with organizational strategy and strengthen management recommendations. Certified Facility Managers, architects and engineers deliver these services fully appreciating the importance of documenting the current condition of building assets to achieve their optimum economic performance.

FM Solutions’ three-phased approach to the evaluation of buildings (including equipment & systems) supports building owners/tenants with valuable data prior to finalizing any long term agreements on a facility investment.

FM Solutions delivers a detailed building assessment process that provides facility owners a planning tool to understand the current state of their existing facilities, proactively plan for building renewal and to manage improvement initiatives. By using detailed and defensible cost data, our clients are able to accurately estimate current deferred maintenance costs and project future facility renewal costs.

FM Solutions is a facility management services firm that differentiates itself by approaching every task from the standpoint of what is best for our clients’ long term interests. You can take advantage of the professional services associated with this contract which include, research, planning, development, site analysis, pre-design, design, construction administration and post construction services.

• Operating and Capital Expense Cost Savings Opportunities 
  
• Energy Star & LEED Turnkey Project Solutions
  
• Defined Budget Optimization 

For more information please contact Ted Ritter at tritter@fmsolutions.net
602-265-7900 / 877-384-2920

The following educational courses/programs are offered at little or no cost to the attendee with the intent to share FM best practices and facility related knowledge with facility professionals across the country.

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Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) leverages the PC to automate the collection and maintenance of Facilities Management information. CAFM systems combine and analyze complex data to improve facility management practices throughout a variety of industries including government, healthcare, educational, commercial, and industrial environments. The CAFM system gives decision makers the ability to automate many of the data-intensive facility management functions and typically results in continuous cost savings and improved utilization of assets through-out their entire lifecycle.

Furniture has evolved from a static piece of a decorative necessity to a working functional piece of equipment.  Within an environment the furniture, fixture, and equipment (FF&E) package has the ability to support successful interior and architectural elements.  Furniture of today is multi-functional and supports technology and collaboration.  Furniture should reflect the organizations spirit, culture and personal aesthetics.

 

Considering funiture within the design phase is the most economical approach to creating a successful and fully integrated environment.  The furniture selection process includes working within economic parameters to define the budget, assemble a schedule, select furniture and finishes, prepare drawings and furniture specifications, and coordinating the bidding process to ensure the best price

With our leadership and our unique approach to design we pride ourselves on delivering quality at all stages of the project no matter the scope.  Every project is unique and we strive to capture the project identity at all levels.  In order to understand the process, we have designed a shred process that enables us to develop strong relationships and achieve success through collaboration.

 

FM Solutions approach to space planning:

 

Listen

Collaborate

Fully understand the program and client needs

Design space that grows with the client and flexible for the future

Work with the end users to achieve a plan that flows

Layout the space to fit the client needs and functions

Include furniture when space planning to ensure accuracy

Review Project for life safety and code compliance

FM Solutions defines tenant improvements as projects that transform the interior space of an existing building into a working environment that reflects the spirit of an organization.  Each project is approached from the standpoint of what is best for our client’s investment.

 

Every organization and project is unique and our process is designed in a way to accommodate individual client needs.  Our approach and suggestions reflect the interest of the organization.  In some cases the interest may encompass as little as a three year lease, a temporary facility or a transitional space.  In other cases the interest is as long term as a 20 year lease or the purchase of a new facility.  As a team, we work with you from the conception of the process until after you are moved into the facility to ensure a successful transition into your new space.

FM Solutions assists their clients in finding the lowest evaluated cost of “services” for its internal customers. We also recognize our client’s desire to provide the best service possible to their internal customers. Aligning the internal customer’s expectations with what our clients can provide is important, so that both parties have a clear understanding of what is expected of each other.

Programming services provided by FM Solutions consists of an in depth evaluation of a client's space requirements, functional  requirements, site requirements, and building design requirements. The approach taken gathers input from all levels within an organization affected by the project to include the building end users, their mangers, upper management within the organization, and facilities staff.

 

 

 

FM Solutions performs facility condition assessments as a part of their Master Planning Services but also performs them independently for clients who desire a thorough analysis of their current facility assets. Facility condition assessments range from high level to very detailed, designed to cater to the client's needs and budget.

 

 

 

 

 

Move Coordination is a excellent and specialized service that will greatly reduce the stress of relocation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM Solutions recognizes that a lot of our clients have developed standards and guides for their work. We strongly endorse the value of this approach. In the event that additional support in this area of standardization is required, FM Solutions is able to offer value-added services. We have been instrumental in assisting various Facility Organizations in becoming more organized, and more efficient through the use of design, equipment, furniture and maintenance standards. Industry wide it has become increasingly important for organizations to become more standardized in a variety of ways to enhance their communication, improve their leverage in long-term contracts, reduce their costs and increase their service levels. The following standardization processes have been implemented with a high degree of success by FM Solutions: