Workplace Performance

IWFM Conference 2022: Christine Armstrong

Wates Facilities Management (FM) has been reappointed to continue provision of planned and reactive building maintenance services on four nationwide contracts.

Data reveals that UK companies are failing to adapt ‘casual recognition moments’ to the hybrid workplace, as fewer than 1 in 20 employees feel that they receive fair recognition for their work.

The fitness and leisure sector holds the key to getting the nation's workforce physically active and saving the economy up to £17 billion a year, says a report by professional services firm Deloitte.

A news round-up of stories in the FM sector

York-based family-owned supply specialist PPS has made a ‘seven-figure investment’ to buy Scott Janitorial Supplies, increasing its annual turnover by 61% and doubling warehouse space. 

Amey Secure Infrastructure and ISS have both won places as suppliers on six lots in the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Facilities Management & Workplace Services framework.

Security and facilities services provider Allied Universal has bolstered its global expansion with the acquisition of three companies – two in Europe and one in the US.

The skills of the traditional retail security officer need to evolve, according to the head of a security firm.

Commercial security services provider Clearway Group has appointed Ronnie Coutts in the new role of UK managing director to spearhead its expansion plans.