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

Welcome to the 5th and final installment of the What's Smarter Now Series on the Forever Forward Podcast powered by Xempla, ft. guest speakers Giovanna Jagger (IWBI Global Market Development EMEA) and Sandra Gritti (Director, Leesman Futures), and host Justin Kirby (Chair, Digital Buildings Council).

This episode dives deep into the current state and the future of the workplace. Smash the misconception that smart buildings are just about tech, and explore how the modern workplace should be smart, efficient, and human-centered to boost productivity and keep your employees happy and healthy.

Tune in to discover:


How to move beyond technology for technology's sake and achieve real outcome-driven results.
Why prioritizing employee well-being isn't just a fad, it's a smart business strategy.
Practical tips for creating a work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and focus.

Get unique insights from our experts as they 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 4th installment of the What's Smarter Now Series on the Forever Forward Podcast powered by Xempla, ft. guest speakers Elizabeth Nelson and Nicholas White from Smart Building Collective, and hosts Justin Kirby (Chair, Digital Buildings Council) and Umesh Bhutoria (Founder & CEO, Xempla).

This episode explores the journey of getting certified as a smart and sustainable building and how it differs for various building types and distinct 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 3rd episode of the What's Smarter Now Series on the Forever Forward Podcast powered by Xempla, ft. guest speakers Anna Foden (Head of Sustainability, ISG) and Katie Whipp (Global Head of Partnerships @re:sustain) with host Justin Kirby (Chair, Digital Buildings Council).

This episode explores the world's much-needed transition to smarter and more sustainable net zero-carbon buildings as envisioned and brought to life by real estate leaders and other built environment stakeholders.

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 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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