IFMA Slice of Orange Newsletter (November 2024)

Attracting and Empowering Young Talent.

By HD Vo and Sri Peruvemba.

In today’s labor market, the facilities management industry faces a pressing need for new talent. With seasoned professionals nearing retirement and a struggle to attract younger staff, InMapz’s innovative mapping app emerges as a solution. This app not only simplifies the transition for new hires but also has the potential to significantly improve the vacancies in the workforce.

Bridging the Knowledge Gap

Facilities management often grapples with the retirement of long-serving employees who hold decades of critical knowledge about every facet of their facilities. These seasoned experts understand intricate details—from sensitive equipment and complex systems to hidden emergency shutoff valves. When they retire, this wealth of knowledge can leave a significant void, making the challenge of finding and training their replacements even more daunting.

The Reality of Transition

The day after a veteran employee departs, new recruits face the overwhelming task of taking over complex responsibilities with only a few days of transition training. Outdated paper maps, cryptic notes, and fragmented photographs make it difficult for them to grasp the full scope of their duties. This often results in frustration, inefficiencies, and even high turnover rates as new employees struggle to adapt.

Promote Work-Life Balance

Flexible hours and remote work are sought by many younger employees, a digital app will help with that; training can be done remotely instead of 6 weeks following a retiring employee, automated features in the app can be deployed to initiate actions remotely without having to drive to the building in the middle of the night.

A Digital Solution: InMapz

Imagine if you could effortlessly transfer all the essential knowledge of a retiring employee into a digital format. InMapz makes this a reality. This user-friendly, sophisticated app drastically reduces training time by 90%, making it easier for new hires to quickly get up to speed. With features like asset tagging in under five minutes, digital notes from previous technicians, and intuitive navigation, InMapz helps new employees learn and perform their tasks efficiently.

1. Simplified Training

InMapz slashes training time and integrates seamlessly into the onboarding process. The app’s easy-to-use interface allows new hires to quickly access vital information, including maintenance routines and equipment locations. This streamlined approach ensures that employees, can become proficient faster and feel more confident in their roles.

2. Enhanced Navigation

The app’s wayfinding capabilities act like an indoor GPS, guiding employees to critical equipment and emergency shutoff valves. This reduces the time spent searching for essential items, minimizes frustration, and ensures that maintenance tasks are completed promptly.

3. Efficient Asset Management

InMapz simplifies asset tracking with IoT integration, making physical inventory checks and audits more accurate and efficient. The app allows for real-time tracking of assets, reducing the time and effort required for audits and ensuring that every asset is accounted for.

4. Preserving Knowledge

With InMapz, retiring employees can digitize their extensive knowledge, which remains accessible to new recruits. This digital repository ensures that valuable insights and experiences are preserved and continuously available, reducing the learning curve for new staff.

5. Attracting and Retaining Talent

For younger workers, accustomed to digital technology, InMapz offers an engaging and modern alternative to traditional methods. The app’s sleek design and functionality make facilities management more appealing, potentially increasing interest from younger recruits. The ability to showcase cutting- edge tools and technology also enhances job satisfaction and helps in retaining staff.

Conclusion

InMapz is not just a tool; it’s a transformative solution for facilities management. By bridging the knowledge gap left by retiring employees, streamlining training, and making the job more accessible and engaging, InMapz addresses the industry’s critical challenges. It empowers both new and existing employees, preserves essential knowledge, and makes facilities management a more attractive career path for a diverse workforce. As the industry embraces digital solutions, InMapz enables innovation and inclusivity.

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