For almost 20 years there has been a focus on reducing workplace energy use, initially to save costs, but more recently because most of us are on a journey towards net zero for our buildings and beyond. The key to optimising energy is increasing visibility of energy use so that you can get accurate data. Then turning that data into actions. Take away the passion and the knowledge to transform your energy plans and achieve net zero earlier than you thought possible.

Discover the transformative impact of aligning your workplace with your company's unique identity. IWFM's Workspace Special Interest Group will help the audience uncover practical strategies to cultivate a workspace that fosters innovation, collaboration, and a thriving organisational culture.

Unlock the full potential of your carpark and deliver tangible benefits that will improve your workplace experience. Learn how this untapped resource can be more efficiently managed to reduce costs while improving employee satisfaction – and the surprising way it can help reduce your scope 3 emissions.

This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services.

As AI is reshaping the job market, are we prepared to redefine what it means to be an 'ideal candidate'? With the fast growth of different work arrangements (hybrid, remote), how can we transform our approach to talent acquisition to thrive in a boundaryless talent pool? 

HR is the architect of the systems of work, linking with CRE/FM to create physical spaces to deliver that. How do we transform the work and place experience? Perry Timms - author of Transformational HR and The Energized Workplace - explores how we can bring place and systems together to design workplaces where people flourish.

We would all love to be able to navigate the uncertainties in the workplace with accurate robust data. This speech will dive deep into the data collection required to create a satisfying workplace for all.

This session will focus on how social enterprises can help businesses generate a positive social impact as part of their supply chain and therefore contribute to a holistic approach to ESG strategies.

Explore the compelling case study of a technology business that, with the hands-on support of the Innovate UK Business Growth team, successfully secured a coveted Digital Catapult grant. This presentation will detail the targeted strategies and steadfast guidance that paved the way for this significant achievement, highlighting the transformative power of dedicated support in the tech industry.

Join this interactive session and discover why breathing is the hot new wellness trend taking the world by storm! During this workshop you will learn how to harness the power of your breath to reduce stress, boost resilience and elevate both productivity and happiness. You will also have the opportunity to experience a guided breathwork session that will leave you feeling energised and centred and ready to make the most of your conference experience. 

Developing a robust ESG reporting system that will give you the data insights you need now and in the future.

In this session, you will discover how FM digitisation helped three well-known brands create exceptional customer & employee experiences, improve collaboration and extract financial rewards.

This session will cover ways to accommodate the energy management and cost reduction targets without losing sight of employee performance and well-being.

The recent IWFM Sustainability Survey Report 2023 Win for planet and profit: trust WFMs more and ROI less highlights the role of FMs in delivering against net zero ambitions and provides several approaches for overcoming the intent-action gap.

Join this panel discussion to hear more about the challenges, opportunities and ambitions for the FM profession and sector in achieving sustainability goals and realising their full change agent potential. The panel will share their different perspectives, experiences and explore the agency, opportunities and the ‘how to’ of overcoming barriers, against a backdrop of a fast-changing world.

Using the principles set out in his last book “The Workplace Zoo: Humanising the Office” and his latest research, Dr Oseland will present pertinent environmental and evolutionary psychology theories and how they can be applied to create working environments that enhance occupant wellbeing and performance. The productivity/value equation, environmental conditions, personality, motivation, biophilia and personal factors (designing for the range rather than the average) are just some of the key elements that inform effective and enticing workplace design but are often ignored. 

Join us as Tom explores the seamless integration of smart technologies and hybrid innovations into the modern workplace, transforming how we collaborate and operate.  Gain insights into the strategies behind this transition and understand the impact on efficiency and employee experience.

This session will explore how businesses and organisations can leverage their purchasing power to support social enterprises that are actively engaged in environmental sustainability and climate action. 

Join Elisabeth as she shares the latest insights and challenges faced by our clients in shaping the workplace of the future and how a menstrual health policy benefits an organisation beyond the bathroom. 

As budgets become tighter and organisations are forced to become leaner, we consider how FM technology can support FM tactics and operations through generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and lean FM systems that serve as virtual intelligent resources.

This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services.

Bringing together a panel of passionate collaborators who are changing the way business and non-profits are working together to create sustainable projects for social impact in the City of London. What is the workplace impact and how can you take away some of their lessons learned?

Everyone talks about how work is changing. Let’s talk about what to do about it. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine the workplace. MillerKnoll's approach addresses the human needs of employees to improve their wellbeing, foster a sense of community and connection, and help organizations navigate, prepare and design for change.

Return-to-office mandates have caused nothing but resentment. So how do you get your team in the office without forcing them? This talk offers key tips for motivating your employees to come into the office for those important in-person moments of collaboration, innovation, and team building. It will also provide examples of companies that have mastered the in-person office experience and show how you can do it too.

The lines between work and home are blurring. Climate change is not a debate. As workplace leaders, we have a responsibility to act. How can we create holistic and sustainable business solutions?

Now entering its 10th Year, Gavin reveals the exhilarating story of the rapid growth and impact of the “Get Britain Standing” campaign. Why has Active Working become a core component of the modern workplace?

Key Takeaways

• Research summarising the health risks associated with prolonged sitting in the workplace
• Key principals of Active Working
• Expert Guidance and recommendations, supported by Public Health England
• Yo-Yo WELLNESS integrated sit-stand desk and wellness software solution

Unleash the power of thought with 'Unhinged,' where three dynamic panels converge to unravel societal norms. Entrepreneurship takes centre stage, as pioneers share their unfiltered journeys, challenging traditional business paradigms. 

Discover how cutting-edge smart workplace technology and hybrid innovations can revolutionise your organisation's environmental footprint and operational efficiency. We'll explore how intelligent technologies and innovations can optimise resource usage, reduce waste, and enhance overall sustainability.

The change in the approach to work since the pandemic has been seismic, with recruitment challenges, hybrid working and reduction in office attendance being huge concerns for many organisations. We can liken this revolutionary shift to what happened in the retail world: changes in distribution and the rise of technology caused retailers to think that bricks and mortar stores may die. To respond to the challenges, retailers shifted their focus towards quality experiential stores in high grossing locations, vs quantity. Today, we will be exploring several learnings from this revolution that can be applied to the commercial property world.

The change in the approach to work since the pandemic has been seismic, with recruitment challenges, hybrid working and reduction in office attendance being huge concerns for many organisations. We can liken this revolutionary shift to what happened in the retail world: changes in distribution and the rise of technology caused retailers to think that bricks and mortar stores may die. To respond to the challenges, retailers shifted their focus towards quality experiential stores in high grossing locations, vs quantity. Today, we will be exploring several learnings from this revolution that can be applied to the commercial property world

This panel will share thoughts and ideas around the future role of FM and how we can move seamlessly towards business leadership positions with influence. 

This session will examine the intersection of social impact procurement and facilities management. It will highlight how integrating social enterprises into the procurement processes of the facilities management sector can generate social value through job creation and community development while maintaining efficiency and quality in service delivery.

This session will examine the intersection of social impact procurement and facilities management. It will highlight how integrating social enterprises into the procurement processes of the facilities management sector can generate social value through job creation and community development, while maintaining efficiency and quality in service delivery.

The world is increasingly focused on indoor, healthy air, by mitigating harmful pathogens and allergens. Core reasons for this concern are:

• Indoor air quality is considered one of the EPA’s top 5 health threats
• Wellbeing in the workplace is directly linked to attracting best-talent
• Recycled air can lead to coughs, illness, and other harmful symptoms
• Schools have some of the worst air quality with paediatric asthma rates up 72%
• On average we spend 90% of our time indoors

We will explore scientific advances in harmful pathogen and allergen reductions. We will share data and findings from our partnership with over 30 top infectious disease researchers set out to create infection resilient environments utilizing the power of nano science. The science based on Coulomb’s law demonstrates that positively charged particles tear apart negatively charge virus, bacteria, and allergens, using a powerful attractive force that captures and eradicates these harmful pathogens and allergens.

This session will discuss the steps needed to build a workplace culture where people want to stay.

This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services.

Benjamin will be sharing his lived experience of gambling harms, and how there was missed opportunities within the workplace that could have been identified, prevented and signposted to support before it was too late. It will look at the importance of workplace policy and culture around gambling, as well as the importance of reducing stigma. 

This session will explore how the need for a standardised approach to building maintenance emerged. Paul will uncover how SFG20 aligns with legal and regulatory requirements and how it assists users with keeping buildings safe whilst optimising resource use. The audience will leave this session feeling equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions in maintenance planning and execution.

One of the unlooked for benefits of creating a safe space for diverse employees to thrive, is that ALL employees flourish. This can lead to unexpected benefits from increased creativity and diversity of thought, to access to a wider talent pool for recruitment and improved retention across the business.

Gordon Mitchell, IWFM's Chair of the Technology Special Interest Group, will take the audience on a journey of digital purpose and ambition and the building blocks that are being put in place to achieve that ambition. He will join the dots between seemingly disconnected pieces of work in the wider ecosystem.

More than 1.3 billion people globally have a disability. Even with that, accessibility affects all of us. This session is focused on the importance of accessibility, and the tangible positive business impact being a more accessible and inclusive organisation can have.

In this highly interactive workshop, panellists and members of the audience share positive success stories about getting people back into the office. Some of our biggest wins have come from small nudges and surprising feedback. Pick up tips and ideas, and come prepared with a few of your own to drop into the mix.

The FM and Maintenance sector faces profound changes. Companies must improve how they train people for the future, attract new talent, and continue to develop teams for the challenges ahead. Learn how technology can help teams achieve exceptional performance levels and gather data to showcase their impact on the business.

This session will focus on the power of everyday procurement spend in supporting levelling up. You will hear from a range of social enterprises that deliver products and services to the Facilities Management sector while reinvesting profits into supporting local communities and tackling inequality.

 - Compelling research

https://www.smartworkandlife.co.uk/public/evidence-base/
shows sitting less improves wellbeing, increases engagement and workers feel more
energized, focused and productive.

- That’s good for business!

https://www.smartworkandlife.co.uk/public/business-case/

- Essential ergonomics every hybrid worker should know.

- Introducing HiAH by RAISE DESIGN® for hybrid workers on their laptops.

This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services.

Unleash the power of thought with 'Unhinged,' where three dynamic panels converge to unravel societal norms. Dive into the intricacies of Anti-Racism, as lived experiences mold perspectives, shattering preconceptions.