https://fmradar.com/ The latest facility management news, analysis, and insights from 5 trusted European sources in 3 languages. FM Radar covers cleaning, building management, workplace strategy, sustainability, procurement, and more. en https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/dutch-hospital-nij-smellinghe-to-go-fully-gas-free-with-a-heat-battery-first/ Drachten-based Nij Smellinghe is on track to become the first existing Dutch hospital to operate at scale on a heat battery, going fully gas-free in 2027. As one of the country's most visible healthcare-FM decarbonisation cases, it sets a useful benchmark for what 'gas-free' can mean in clinical estate. Sun, 03 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/dutch-hospital-nij-smellinghe-to-go-fully-gas-free-with-a-heat-battery-first/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/maastricht-umc-buys-1-8-km-mobile-flood-barrier-climate-adaptation-enters-hospit/ Maastricht UMC+ has bought a 1.8 km mobile flood barrier together with Waterschap Limburg and the city of Maastricht, after concluding the hospital cannot evacuate during high-water events. The investment is one of the most concrete examples in Dutch healthcare FM of climate adaptation moving from policy paper to operational kit. Sun, 03 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/maastricht-umc-buys-1-8-km-mobile-flood-barrier-climate-adaptation-enters-hospit/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/23/cbre-revenue-jumps-19-as-data-centre-services-become-the-new-growth-story/ CBRE posted 19% revenue growth in its latest quarter, driven by an aggressive pivot into critical infrastructure and data centre services. CEO Bob Sulentic told investors the move will be 'at least as profound' as the firm's 1990s/2000s shift into outsourcing — and 'much faster'. The signal for FM is that the centre of gravity in commercial real estate services is moving. Sun, 03 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/23/cbre-revenue-jumps-19-as-data-centre-services-become-the-new-growth-story/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/why-a-single-mobile-access-standard-would-change-building-security-for-the-bette/ A shared standard for mobile access credentials would let FM teams swap or mix access control systems without running into device compatibility headaches, Facilities Dive reports. The lock-in problem is a quiet drag on portfolios that have grown by acquisition or moved away from physical badges. Sat, 02 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/why-a-single-mobile-access-standard-would-change-building-security-for-the-bette/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/jll-launches-healthcare-facility-accreditation-programme-as-continuous-survey-ru/ JLL has launched a healthcare facility accreditation programme aligned with Joint Commission standards to help operators meet new continuous surveying requirements. For FM teams running healthcare estates, the regulatory bar is moving from periodic inspection to permanent readiness — and service providers are repackaging accordingly. Sat, 02 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/jll-launches-healthcare-facility-accreditation-programme-as-continuous-survey-ru/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/7-eleven-to-remodel-7-000-stores-by-2030-convenience-retail-fm-gets-a-wave-of-wo/ 7-Eleven plans to remodel more than 7,000 North American stores by 2030 around a larger, food-focused format the company says drives 30% more traffic and 44% higher sales. The programme will absorb a significant slice of convenience-retail FM capacity for years and reset the brief on what 'standard' looks like. Sat, 02 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/24/7-eleven-to-remodel-7-000-stores-by-2030-convenience-retail-fm-gets-a-wave-of-wo/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/28/wi-fi-quietly-becomes-a-strategic-infrastructure-decision-cisco-data-shows-the-s/ A new Cisco report finds that AI workloads and rising connectivity demand are pushing building operators to treat Wi-Fi as a strategic growth engine rather than a utility. The catch: the same operators flag complexity and integration as the biggest barriers to acting on it. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/28/wi-fi-quietly-becomes-a-strategic-infrastructure-decision-cisco-data-shows-the-s/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/27/johnson-controls-buys-nantum-ai-to-push-hvac-optimisation-deeper-into-openblue/ Johnson Controls is acquiring Nantum AI to strengthen real-time HVAC optimisation inside its OpenBlue digital ecosystem, with a focus on airflow and complex-environment performance. It's a sharp signal that the major building controls vendors are buying their way into the AI-driven optimisation layer rather than building it organically. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/27/johnson-controls-buys-nantum-ai-to-push-hvac-optimisation-deeper-into-openblue/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/27/building-automation-outpaces-the-rest-of-honeywell-a-reading-on-where-fm-spend-i/ Honeywell's building automation segment grew 8% in Q1 2026 against just 2% for the company overall, the firm said on its latest earnings call. The number is small but instructive: amid an otherwise mixed industrial environment, FM spend on automation is still outperforming. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/27/building-automation-outpaces-the-rest-of-honeywell-a-reading-on-where-fm-spend-i/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/complii-adds-lifts-and-escalators-to-its-compliance-stack-buy-and-build-keeps-ro/ Building safety firm Complii (formerly Compliance Group) has launched a dedicated lifts and escalators division, the latest move in an aggressive buy-and-build strategy aimed at delivering full-spectrum building compliance under one roof. For FM teams it's another sign that the compliance landscape is consolidating fast. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/complii-adds-lifts-and-escalators-to-its-compliance-stack-buy-and-build-keeps-ro/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/bellrock-and-demand-logic-strike-enterprise-deal-to-scale-data-led-building-perf/ UK FM provider Bellrock has signed an enterprise-scale partnership with optimisation platform Demand Logic, putting analytics at the centre of how it manages energy, indoor environmental quality and operational performance across its client base. The move signals how predictive maintenance is moving from pilot to portfolio in the UK FM market. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/bellrock-and-demand-logic-strike-enterprise-deal-to-scale-data-led-building-perf/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/28/gm-hits-100-renewable-electricity-for-us-operations-bar-rises-for-corporate-fm-t/ General Motors says it is now matching 100% of its US electricity use with renewables — already at 70% globally in 2025. As one of America's largest industrial energy consumers makes the switch, the cover story for FM teams who say large-scale renewable matching is 'too complex' has effectively closed. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/28/gm-hits-100-renewable-electricity-for-us-operations-bar-rises-for-corporate-fm-t/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/read-the-signals-four-quick-checks-to-find-hidden-energy-waste-in-any-building/ Facilities managers don't lack energy data — they lack a way to read it. In FMJ, Alisha Kalam of Platinum Facilities sets out four straightforward checks that expose where a building is bleeding energy without needing a full audit or new sensors. It's a pragmatic rebuttal to the idea that the first step to lower bills is always more technology. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/read-the-signals-four-quick-checks-to-find-hidden-energy-waste-in-any-building/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/interclean-amsterdam-2026-closes-with-30-000-visitors-cleaning-sector-s-strategi/ Interclean Amsterdam 2026 wrapped after four days with 30,000 visitors from 140 countries and 850 exhibitors, reinforcing its status as the world's flagship cleaning and hygiene trade fair. The edition put robotics, sustainability and measurable hygiene at centre stage — a signal that cleaning is shifting from a cost line to a strategic component of building performance and workplace experience. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/interclean-amsterdam-2026-closes-with-30-000-visitors-cleaning-sector-s-strategi/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/what-is-the-office-actually-for-now-fm-s-defining-question-in-the-hybrid-era/ Hybrid work has quietly flipped the office's purpose, leaving facility leaders with an uncomfortable question: what is it that people still come in for? Facto frames the issue head-on — the office now has to earn its commute, and FM sits at the heart of deciding whether it does that through collaboration, culture, amenities or all three. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/what-is-the-office-actually-for-now-fm-s-defining-question-in-the-hybrid-era/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/cbre-and-meta-open-data-centre-trade-skills-academies-to-plug-the-fibre-tech-sho/ CBRE will set up and operate a network of training centres across the United States to produce fibre technicians for Meta's data-centre build-out. The move signals how hyperscalers are treating skilled FM and critical-environment labour as a strategic bottleneck rather than a procurement line-item — and how major FM providers are stepping into the training space to capture those workflows. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/cbre-and-meta-open-data-centre-trade-skills-academies-to-plug-the-fibre-tech-sho/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/better-asset-data-shaves-20-off-facility-maintenance-time-inframappa-s-field-evi/ Having make, model and system information built into a live digital twin eliminates the hunt-and-peck that typically wastes the first chunk of every maintenance visit, according to InfraMappa. The 20% speed-up is less about fancier technology than it is about insisting that the data layer be ready before a technician steps onto site. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/20/better-asset-data-shaves-20-off-facility-maintenance-time-inframappa-s-field-evi/ https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/how-to-pick-asset-management-software-that-actually-fits-fm-cafm-blog-s-decision/ Getting asset-management software wrong in FM sets off a chain reaction: budget blow-outs, lingering data-quality problems, fragile integrations and compliance headaches. CAFM Blog proposes a weighted decision framework spanning functionality, integration, data governance and total cost of ownership — a practical alternative to the usual vendor-led checklists. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/how-to-pick-asset-management-software-that-actually-fits-fm-cafm-blog-s-decision/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/brussels-floats-a-mandatory-work-from-home-day-for-eu-employers/ The European Commission is drafting a recommendation that EU member states urge employers to adopt at least one fixed remote-working day per week where the role allows. The move would formalise hybrid working as a continental standard rather than a national patchwork, with direct consequences for occupancy planning, office real-estate portfolios and services supplied on-site. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/brussels-floats-a-mandatory-work-from-home-day-for-eu-employers/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/cleaning-drones-go-live-at-interclean-ktv-demonstrates-chemical-free-facade-clea/ At Interclean Amsterdam 2026, KTV Working Drone put its autonomous cleaning drones on display, working live on facades, glass and solar panels. The drones clean contactlessly using filtered water, heat and moderate pressure — no chemicals, no mechanical wear — anchored to buildings via a patented roof-safety system that removes the need for workers at height. KTV operates in 66 countries and claims to clean more than 60 million m² annually. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/cleaning-drones-go-live-at-interclean-ktv-demonstrates-chemical-free-facade-clea/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/just-15-of-fm-professionals-have-fully-accurate-asset-registers-the-rest-are-fly/ SFG20's State of Facilities Management 2026 Report lays bare the data deficit underpinning the industry: only 15% of FM professionals say their asset register is 100% accurate, 38% don't know how often theirs is updated, and nearly one in ten organisations have no register at all. Without a trustworthy single source of truth, maintenance planning, compliance reporting and capital replacement cycles all rest on shaky ground. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/just-15-of-fm-professionals-have-fully-accurate-asset-registers-the-rest-are-fly/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/rics-launches-clear-to-align-whole-life-carbon-reporting-across-the-built-enviro/ At the Sustainable Buildings and Construction Summit in Lausanne, RICS unveiled CLEAR — the Coalition for Life Cycle Emissions Alignment and Reporting — a global initiative to harmonise how whole-life carbon is measured and disclosed across property and construction. For FM leaders, CLEAR promises an end to the patchwork of incompatible embodied-carbon protocols that currently muddle ESG reporting and investment decisions. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/21/rics-launches-clear-to-align-whole-life-carbon-reporting-across-the-built-enviro/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/07/facility-management-s-growing-role-in-urban-renaturalisation/ Cities are shifting from cement-dominated expansion to nature-integrated urban design, and facility managers are central to making it work. Green infrastructure demands new maintenance competencies — from living walls to urban biodiversity corridors — that sit squarely within FM's operational scope. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/07/facility-management-s-growing-role-in-urban-renaturalisation/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/how-well-is-hygiene-really-managed-in-your-organisation/ Many organisations assume their hygiene standards are adequate — but a structured self-assessment reveals gaps that informal auditing misses. A diagnostic checklist approach helps facility managers identify where hygiene management needs strengthening. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/29/how-well-is-hygiene-really-managed-in-your-organisation/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/13/amsterdam-umc-signs-framework-agreement-with-six-construction-consortia/ Amsterdam UMC has selected six construction consortia for renovation projects and major maintenance across its campuses. The framework agreement covers diverse technical works, signalling a large-scale capital investment phase in Dutch academic healthcare infrastructure. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/13/amsterdam-umc-signs-framework-agreement-with-six-construction-consortia/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/ai-won-t-disrupt-office-markets-as-badly-as-the-pandemic-did/ Newmark's analysis suggests that even under severe downside scenarios, AI-driven office dislocation will be less severe than what occurred during the pandemic. The finding offers some reassurance for facility managers planning long-term space strategies. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/ai-won-t-disrupt-office-markets-as-badly-as-the-pandemic-did/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/iran-conflict-pushes-diesel-and-asphalt-costs-up-for-us-facilities/ The Iran conflict is driving up diesel and asphalt costs for US facility operators while increasing cyber risk exposure. However, many facilities with fixed power contracts remain insulated from electricity price volatility — creating an uneven impact across different building types. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/iran-conflict-pushes-diesel-and-asphalt-costs-up-for-us-facilities/ https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/building-automation-systems-in-fm-functions-protocols-and-cafm-integration/ A practical guide to GLT (Gebäudeleittechnik) systems for FM decision-makers: core functions, relevant protocols like BACnet and OPC UA, integration patterns with CAFM platforms, and selection criteria for different building types. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/building-automation-systems-in-fm-functions-protocols-and-cafm-integration/ https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/cmms-software-building-the-foundation-for-preventive-maintenance/ Modern maintenance without digital control is inefficient and error-prone. A CMMS provides the structure for preventive maintenance scheduling, complete maintenance tracking and reduced downtime — distinct from CAFM systems that cover broader FM scope. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/01/01/cmms-software-building-the-foundation-for-preventive-maintenance/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/how-to-foster-genuine-connection-in-the-hybrid-office/ A roundtable at World Workplace Europe 2026 in The Hague explored strategies for stimulating meaningful connection between colleagues in hybrid work settings. Participants shared approaches that go beyond forced social events to build organic workplace communities. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/how-to-foster-genuine-connection-in-the-hybrid-office/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/world-workplace-europe-strengthening-social-cohesion-in-hybrid-offices/ At the World Workplace Europe congress in The Hague, FM professionals explored how hybrid working is reshaping social interaction. Roundtable discussions revealed that organisations are developing new strategies to maintain team cohesion when employees are physically together less often. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/world-workplace-europe-strengthening-social-cohesion-in-hybrid-offices/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/three-bottlenecks-in-designing-inclusive-workplaces/ Dutch workplace design often defaults to efficiency over inclusivity, leaving employees with different needs underserved. Three common bottlenecks — rigid space allocation, one-size-fits-all furniture and lack of user feedback loops — are holding back genuinely inclusive workplace environments. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/three-bottlenecks-in-designing-inclusive-workplaces/ https://fmradar.com/2026/03/26/premium-dutch-offices-are-becoming-strategic-hr-instruments/ The divide in the Dutch office market deepened in 2025, with demand for modern, sustainable and well-connected offices remaining strong. In a tight labour market, companies increasingly use prime office locations as strategic tools for attracting and retaining talent. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/03/26/premium-dutch-offices-are-becoming-strategic-hr-instruments/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/08/maastricht-university-cuts-185-000-kg-co2-annually-through-campus-sustainability/ Maastricht University is implementing sweeping sustainability measures across its campus, including tackling grid congestion to reduce energy consumption rapidly. The Gravity Box project aims to drastically green one specific building, demonstrating scalable approaches for institutional real estate. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/08/maastricht-university-cuts-185-000-kg-co2-annually-through-campus-sustainability/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/fm-education-under-the-microscope-are-dutch-programmes-future-proof/ As accreditation of Dutch FM degree programmes begins, the sector questions whether students are being prepared for emerging challenges. The review examines whether curricula are keeping pace with digitalisation, sustainability mandates and changing workplace dynamics. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/02/fm-education-under-the-microscope-are-dutch-programmes-future-proof/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/01/the-netherlands-plans-its-most-inclusive-government-office-building/ The Rijksvastgoedbedrijf has signed a contract for a new government office in The Hague's Beatrixkwartier, designed to become the most inclusive and accessible office building in the Netherlands. The project sets a new benchmark for inclusive workplace design in public sector real estate. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/01/the-netherlands-plans-its-most-inclusive-government-office-building/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/end-of-route-facilities-are-defining-the-commute-experience/ End-of-route facilities — cycle storage, showers, lockers — have quietly transformed from afterthoughts into commute-defining infrastructure. The right combination of storage, wellbeing amenities and sustainability features can shift transport mode choices across entire workforces. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/end-of-route-facilities-are-defining-the-commute-experience/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/how-fm-operates-a-multi-tenant-healthcare-building-in-the-former-slotervaart-hos/ Amsterdam's former Slotervaartziekenhuis has been repurposed as a 50,000m² multi-tenant healthcare hub. The facility manager navigates a unique challenge: delivering FM services across diverse healthcare tenants with different operational requirements under one roof. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/how-fm-operates-a-multi-tenant-healthcare-building-in-the-former-slotervaart-hos/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/five-shifts-reshaping-how-the-uk-eats-at-work/ Compass Group UK's latest Eating at Work report identifies five major shifts redefining workplace dining, food and wellbeing. Drawing on global research with Mintel, the findings signal that workplace catering must evolve from a cost-managed commodity to a strategic employee experience investment. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/five-shifts-reshaping-how-the-uk-eats-at-work/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/08/noisy-offices-cost-uk-workers-three-weeks-of-productivity-per-year/ Staff report losing an average of 26 minutes of productive time daily due to office noise — amounting to over three working weeks per year. With the UK mired in a productivity crisis, acoustic management emerges as an overlooked but high-impact lever for facility managers. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/08/noisy-offices-cost-uk-workers-three-weeks-of-productivity-per-year/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/interclean-amsterdam-2026-the-cleaning-industry-s-biggest-edition-yet/ Interclean Amsterdam returns for its 30th edition — the largest in its history — with 900 exhibitors from 45 countries and over 30,000 expected visitors. The event showcases robotics, AI-powered cleaning and sustainability innovations reshaping professional hygiene. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/09/interclean-amsterdam-2026-the-cleaning-industry-s-biggest-edition-yet/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/01/new-efci-president-charts-course-for-european-professional-cleaning/ Avril McCarthy, newly elected President of the European Cleaning and Facility Services Industry federation, outlines her priorities: institutional dialogue, workforce valorisation and positioning cleaning as a strategic public health function rather than a cost centre. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/01/new-efci-president-charts-course-for-european-professional-cleaning/ https://fmradar.com/2026/03/18/counterfeit-communication-cables-a-hidden-fire-risk-in-your-building/ Facility managers are warned to be vigilant about fraudulent network cabling entering their buildings. Counterfeit cables that fail flame and smoke safety standards pose a genuine fire risk — and are increasingly difficult to distinguish from legitimate products during procurement. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/03/18/counterfeit-communication-cables-a-hidden-fire-risk-in-your-building/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/07/air-quality-outranks-premium-amenities-in-worker-priorities/ A new survey reveals that employees rate indoor air quality above high-end office perks when choosing where to work. Workers see air quality management as a direct signal of how much their employer values their wellbeing — turning ventilation strategy into a talent retention lever. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/07/air-quality-outranks-premium-amenities-in-worker-priorities/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/immersion-cooling-fluid-selection-what-facility-managers-need-to-know/ As data centres adopt immersion cooling, facilities managers must understand how dielectric fluid properties affect system performance, maintenance cycles and fire safety. Fluid chemistry, thermal stability and compatibility with IT hardware are emerging as critical procurement considerations. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/immersion-cooling-fluid-selection-what-facility-managers-need-to-know/ https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/the-energy-cost-of-ai-when-optimisation-creates-its-own-demand/ AI and robotics promise energy savings through system optimisation, but at scale their own power consumption may outpace the efficiency gains. Manufacturers face a paradox: the tools designed to reduce waste are themselves becoming significant energy consumers. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/04/06/the-energy-cost-of-ai-when-optimisation-creates-its-own-demand/ https://fmradar.com/2025/05/19/dutch-employers-increasingly-critical-of-remote-work-cnv-survey-finds/ 30% of Dutch employees report less freedom to work from home than two years ago, with employers pushing back on remote arrangements. The shift has direct implications for office occupancy planning and FM strategy. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2025/05/19/dutch-employers-increasingly-critical-of-remote-work-cnv-survey-finds/ https://fmradar.com/2026/03/20/king-charles-inspires-nationwide-circularity-initiative-for-fm/ Circularity in Practice, a new voluntary initiative inspired by King Charles III, brings businesses together to mainstream circular economy principles across the built environment — from furniture reuse to construction waste reduction. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/03/20/king-charles-inspires-nationwide-circularity-initiative-for-fm/ https://fmradar.com/2026/03/19/four-zuidas-offices-join-forces-for-more-inclusive-workplaces/ Four major Amsterdam Zuidas office buildings are collaborating to improve gender equality and accelerate women's advancement to senior positions — a model for FM-driven workplace culture initiatives. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/03/19/four-zuidas-offices-join-forces-for-more-inclusive-workplaces/ https://fmradar.com/2026/03/17/designing-workplaces-for-the-average-person-does-it-actually-work/ Facto Magazine examines the fundamental flaw in workplace design: spaces built for statistical averages accommodate almost nobody perfectly. Inclusive design principles offer a more effective alternative. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://fmradar.com/2026/03/17/designing-workplaces-for-the-average-person-does-it-actually-work/