Forever Forward - Facilities Management, Asset Operations, Maintenance and Beyond‪!‬ Umesh Bhutoria

Welcome to the 2nd installment of the What's Smarter Now Series on the Forever Forward Podcast powered by Xempla, ft. guest speakers Charlotte Langthaler (CBRE) and Renata Hartle (Colliers), and hosts Justin Kirby (Chair, Digital Buildings Council) and Umesh Bhutoria (Founder & CEO, Xempla).

This episode focuses on the journey towards a smart and sustainable built environment as envisioned and brought to life by real estate and facility management organizations.

Tune in as our guests and hosts break down where we are now, where we need to be, and how we can get there as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of our 'What's Smarter Now' series, brought to you by Justin Kirby and Umesh Bhutoria.

With Justin's expertise in human-centered design and Umesh's work in the FM & Maintenance software space, this series is dedicated to exploring the interplay of smart building technology, processes, and outcomes.

Stakeholders often find themselves uncertain about the desired outcomes when it comes to smart buildings. Our speakers shed light on the fundamental question: what do we seek to achieve through smart workspaces and buildings?

By establishing clarity around desired outcomes, the "jobs to be done" becomes more apparent, leading to tailored solutions that perfectly align with your vision.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of smart building initiatives, guided by a human-centric approach. By highlighting the significance of outcome-driven strategies, we empower stakeholders to chart a course toward smarter, more impactful built environments.

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In this episode titled "What's Driving Enterprise Software Demand Across the Built Environment?", we welcome guest speaker Alex Chan, Program Leader, Customer Success at Schneider Electric.

Alex is a trusted expert in digitalization, resilience, and sustainability with tons of experience in customer-facing roles and makes for the perfect match for this episode.

Umesh (host) and Alex start off by exploring the key drivers of growth and pain points faced by global enterprises, discussing regional disparities and sector-specific nuances.

The discussion moves on to uncover the barriers hindering technology adoption by large accounts and dives deep into the vital role of collaboration within the ecosystem.

Lastly, don't miss Alex's wishlist for enterprise customers, as he plays the devil's advocate to address the missing pieces in tech adoption and shares his vision for change.

That's all for this episode. Stay ahead of the curve and keep listening to the Forever Forward podcast for more exclusive conversations!


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In this episode, host Umesh Bhutoria teams up with David Clark, Director at Positive Zero, an independent consultancy that helps the property sector transition to a fully sustainable future.





A leader in sustainable design with a particular focus on Zero Carbon strategies and solutions, David brings his vast experience to help you figure out where to start, what data, resources, and skill sets are needed, and how to actually get to the implementation stage of a retrofitting programme.



And...there's much more!



Tune in now to get in on the action and take the next step in your retrofitting journey.



Keep listening to the Forever Forward - FM, Operations, and Maintenance Podcast for exclusive conversations and insights from industry leaders and experts!


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Welcome to the world of smart buildings and retrofits in our latest episode titled 'State of Smart Buildings and Retrofits in 2023'.

This time, Umesh hosts Stefan Schmidt, building sustainability expert and Director of Smart Buildings Technology at Wiredscore, to unravel the trends shaping the present and future of this industry.

With Wiredscore's extensive work in the certification of global buildings and tech programs, the episode explores the top growth drivers, their impact on regional disparities, and the tech adoption barriers that bridge continents while revealing intriguing differences. From the UK to APAC and the US, discover the unique challenges and common threads woven into this transformative sector.

Next, Stefan uncovers the essence behind technology companies' involvement and paints a vivid picture of the evolving state of smart building solutions. As we traverse the UK, APAC, and the US once more, gain insights into regional nuances and disparities that underline the chasm between supply and demand expectations versus reality.

Finally, we engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the essential factors that can propel retrofits to the forefront. The conversation navigates the balance between user-centricity and operational efficacy—raising questions on whether the focus on occupants inadvertently sidelines the operators and maintenance teams.

Tune in to explore the thoughts and critical perspectives of our speakers, offering a panoramic view of the world of smart buildings and retrofitting.

Happy listening!






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Welcome to yet another episode of the Forever Forward podcast! This time, host Umesh (Founder & CEO, Xempla) invites Robert Philbrook, Management Consultant at RPC Ltd. to discuss the state of Hard FM services, zeroing down on the UK's healthcare sector.

Robert carries decades of experience in facilities management, maintenance, and sustainability, including stints at companies like Skanska Facility Services and Bouygues Energies & Services among others. Having planned, managed, and successfully delivered the mobilization of Hard FM Services at the largest Health PFI in Europe, he opens up to Umesh about things that have changed and remained constant when it comes to asset maintenance and management across healthcare facilities.

The conversation then moves on to the role of modern-day FM companies in delivering what modern-day healthcare facilities need and where they might be falling short. There's also talk about the use of technology, moving to data-driven maintenance, the impact of HTM compliances and regulations on O&M regimes, and the pathway to Net Zero in the context of healthcare facilities.

Tune in to find a wealth of insights like you always do on our channel. Let us know your views on this episode and Subscribe now to stay abreast of our latest releases!


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