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Main Conference Day 1: Everything Old Is Not New Again – Aligning with the New Normal
In an era of shifting workplace dynamics and rapidly evolving technology, our panelists will use their expertise to address the industry's present and future needs. Join them to explore the intersection of the integration of smart building technologies and the role of data analytics in optimizing facility operations. Discover what you need to do today to optimize for tomorrow.
WFH, return to office, hybrid—As the workplace continues to change, is your real estate portfolio keeping up with your needs? Join this session to benchmark:
Dive into the transformative world of supplier diversity. As the business landscape evolves, embracing diverse suppliers has become more than just a checkbox – it's a strategic imperative. This panel brings together luminaries and trailblazers who champion inclusion and innovation in their cost-efficient procurement strategies. They'll provide a comprehensive overview of the myriad benefits, challenges, and success stories, illustrating how supplier diversity fuels business growth, innovation, and sustainability. Key takeaways include:
Explore the intricacies of lease negotiation as companies navigate evolving return-to-office policies and reassess their needs for square footage and amenities. Learn from industry leaders as they share invaluable insights into optimizing lease agreements, strategies for adapting to the future workplace, and efficiently managing real estate needs. Join this panel to help:
Dive deep into the intricacies of construction finance with industry experts. Explore economic forecasting, cost contingency planning, and supply chain challenges, gaining insights into labor market dynamics and the latest technological solutions for increased efficiency and cost savings. Learn how to navigate contractual strategies and regulatory considerations to optimize project budgets. Walk away with practical tools based on real-world case studies to empower you to:
From sourcing to front end employee and customer experiences, people care about
From specialized materials to highly skilled labor, you need the very best to get your specialty facility built in a cost-effective, timely manner. Join this workshop to benchmark directly with your peers for best practices in:
Sourcing energy is an increasingly complex process. Explore the latest trends shaping our energy future and discover how forward-thinking organizations are leveraging effective energy strategies to stay ahead of the game. From understanding distributed energy resources to optimizing consumption patterns, this workshop offers practical insights that will leave you informed and ready to tackle the challenges of today's dynamic energy market.
COVID-19 and supply chain disruption go hand-in-hand. But while the pandemic highlighted the many weaknesses in the delivery system, it is not the root cause of the problems. Our supply chain expert will explore how procurement can solve intrinsic issues that are part of the DNA of our delivery systems.
Customers, employees, and the C-suite want to be sustainable, but rising costs and strained budgets have introduced new challenges to achieving ESG goals. Join this panel to learn best practices for determining what works for your organization, and how you can present the strongest business case for achieving the right ESG strategy.
These interactive roundtable sessions take a deep dive into the specific areas you came to learn about. Sit and learn in an intimate format from the speakers who have had an impact on their company and industry. Take control of your own event experience and don’t be shy! Ask questions (or answer them!) alongside other conference attendees who are dealing with the same challenges as you network with industry peers with very similar challenges, interests, and responsibilities.