Human nature drives many of us, and therefore the organizations we are part of, to react to the situation in front of us, choosing to solve immediate needs, even if it detracts from our long-term vision. But we all know the better option: Approach short-term budget decisions in a way that positions us for future success.
The State of Facilities report has generated a wealth of conversation among higher ed leaders. In an effort to continue this all-important discussion, we are answering a selection of questions we have received in thematic posts. This post looks at the facilities organization of tomorrow.
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically shifted priorities for many organizations. Find out how our VFA software and facilities expertise can help with capital planning during COVID.
The State of Facilities report has generated a wealth of conversation among higher ed leaders. In an effort to continue this all-important discussion, we are answering a selection of questions we have received in thematic posts. The first theme is Campus Space, Revisited.
The experience of a college campus is always greater than the sum of its parts. And when it comes to capital planning, leaders need to think beyond the hard data captured in a typical FCA.
Historically, higher education has been a slow-change industry — especially when it comes to capital planning. But the current realities of the industry demand a new normal of speed and flexibility. What does that mean for the future of facilities investments?
Breaking news: A disaster has hit your area. Every second counts. Discover how Gordian’s Job Order Contracting solution helps navigate the construction procurement journey through emergencies and natural disasters.
It’s a question echoing across colleges and universities around the world: How do we schedule classes and maintain a safe social distance? In this blog post, we turn that question on its head and ask if social distancing can improve higher ed classroom utilization.
Decisions must be made quickly in crises. Read this blog post for a data-driven, decision-making framework to guide leaders toward rational responses during uncertain times.
Conversations between finance officers and facilities leaders normally boil down to one question: “How much do we need to spend?” But, during this time of turmoil and uncertainty, is asking how much to spend really the proper investment approach right now?
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