how to choose an fm provider
How to Choose a Facilities Management Provider
When your aim is to increase efficiency and productivity, and save costs, it can be hugely advantageous for your business to be relieved from the day-to-day responsibility of what can be seen as ‘non-core’ functions. Outsourcing facilities management frees you up to do what you do best, but what are the secrets to choosing a professional FM provider? Our blog will help you ask the right questions in order to make an informed choice, based on our own experiences naturally!
Reliability
Choose a company with a proven track record, ask for case studies and references from happy clients. Will they be accountable for handling a range of services, ensuring compliance and meeting legislation?
Price
Although cost is never the most important consideration, be sure to understand exactly what services you are being quoted for. Ask for a consultation to discuss the services you know that you need but also find out about others that might benefit your organisation. Planned and preventative maintenance work come in many forms and your FM provider should be an expert on advising you of the benefits and savings.
Experience and qualifications
Look for a company that has experience in your sector. If your plans for the future include growth, do they offer nationwide coverage or just provide services locally? Commitment to continual improvement such as ISO certifications and other industry standards such as SMAS should be a clear indication that you are dealing with professionals.
Shared ethos
Commitment to sustainability and the environment shows consideration for people, other organisations and the planet. Ultimately your FM provider should encourage you to be the most sustainable possible, offer advice and inform you of industry best practice. They are experts in their field and should be enthusiastic about sharing knowledge.
Can do attitude
If the FM provider is missing a service, they should be keen to help you get what you need and want, or be willing to source a sub-contractor and to manage them. Trusting that your FM provider will meet challenges head on is worth its weight in gold. Less headache for you and a good FM provider will have a solid network of subcontractors already in place.
Focus on the long term
Are they willing to get to know you, your staff and your business in order to build long term relationships? Will a contractor be able to meet your needs in the future and adapt to changes in your business?
Does it feel right?
At the end of the day, people buy people. It is important to feel comfortable with those we work with. Communication really is the key to understanding you and your business.
Why choose Boxer FM?
We believe we are the best for the job, and we strive for success in meeting high standards. We flourish on challenge and offer our clients a wealth of experience. We have grown steadily over the last 10 years which is testament to our success at building relationships. We have gained many accreditations along the way and are keen to share our expert knowledge. Our staff are our heroes, let them be yours too.
Get in touch today for a free, no obligation survey and consultation.
