The needs of an organization will naturally change as it expands from a small single-site firm to a larger multi-site organization. Security, cleaning, reception, adequate office space, and other issues can quickly become major concerns in a rapidly growing business. For HR teams, this a new challenge. That’s why many companies are turning to facility management specialists to comply with all the requirements and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Areas of responsibility
Facility management companies are the ultimate organizers in a diverse field with widely varying responsibilities, depending on the type of business. Their areas of responsibility may include:
- Contract management and procurement
- Building and grounds maintenance
- Cleaning
- Security
- Space management
- Communication and utilities infrastructure
- Health and safety
- Vending and catering
HR Challenges of the Facility Management Companies
Managing numerous employees on several missions while taking into account the hours worked and the different work rates of each are common challenges in this sector.
Here are the main HR challenges of the facility management companies:
- Planning, directing and coordinating central services such as security, maintenance, reception, cleaning, waste disposal and recycling, mail and archiving.
- Leading and coordinating work teams to cover different areas of responsibility.
- Ensuring that work has been performed satisfactorily and following up on any deficiencies.
- Employing performance management techniques to monitor, improve and demonstrate service levels in various areas.
- Project management and supervision.
- Calculating and comparing costs of various services to achieve maximum value.
- Responding quickly and appropriately to urgent issues and emergencies.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Nova Smart NG, an HRIS fully adapted to the specific needs of the facility management companies
Nova Smart NG is a powerful HR and payroll software that can be customized to the needs of each business. It adapts perfectly to the specific requirements of companies operating in the facility management industry. From the management of various missions to the collection of hours and invoicing, you save valuable time by managing your teams on a single platform.
We can assist facility management in the following:
- Driving workforce efficiency
- Reducing costs
- Clear overview of the missions
- Managing compliances
- Lowering admin costs
- Efficient HR management
And much more!
