Posts from October, 2011
- 31 Oct
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No commentsSave Time and Money Using a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance and Management System)
If you are not a Facility Manager, you may not be familiar with the term “CMMS”. So as we get started, lets make sure we have a good definition. According to Wikipedia:
“Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). A CMMS software package maintains a computer database of information about an organization’s maintenance operations. This information is intended to help Management and maintenance workers do their jobs more effectively. For example, determining which equipment requires servicing/work, plan preventive maintenance and to help management make informed decisions.” - 25 Oct
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No commentsTICKED OFF (going to church)
Originally Posted at comperio C3
Tell me if you can relate to this…
On our way to church as a family…
One daughter starts complaining about how busy she is and how she feels so much pressure to make a decision.
Mom and dad try to give a “suggestion” about how to address this
Daughter responds with a sassy tort and disrespectful tone
Dad (that would be me) turns and gives the “death stare” and warns daughter to watch her attitude.
A couple moments of silence…then…REPEAT the above sequence.
- 23 Oct
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2 commentsChoosing the Right Church Management Software – POSTLUDE
Last week we posted a blog entitled 4 Ways Most Churches Select Church Management Software. It received a lot of comments and feedback which is great…thanks all.
One response in general lead me to connecting with a very smart guy from a church in Toronto (I love the way that the internet allows you to meet some many REALLY cool and smart people).
- 17 Oct
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5 comments4 Ways Most Churches Select Church Management Software
If you are involved with the administration, IT or some aspect of the support/business side of a church, you most likely have had some experience with what is affectionately called ChMS (aka – Church Management Software). Before launching Cool Solutions Group, I had no idea the number of companies, options, features and price points available for churches to sort through.There are some great resources in the market to assist you identify the many options that are available. Two of the best sources are:
- 10 Oct
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No commentsTHE BIG BOX CHURCH – Part 1: Pros and Cons of using empty retail space
Originally posted at comperio C3
For the past few years we have seen lots of churches take advantage of the vacancy rates in many of the country’s lagging real estate markets. The exit of Circuit City, Linens ‘n Things and Block Buster, the relocation of Wal-Mart to make way for the SUPER STORE, the downsizing of many car dealerships and the closing of other large retails facilities has left the real estate landscape cluttered with an abundance of empty “big box” spaces.
- 2 Oct
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No commentsWhat is the REAL Role of your Facility Manager?
Originally Posted 10-2-11 at comperio C3
Over the past several years I have been introduced to some very smart people involved in the facility management field. I have gleaned so much from these people who have far more experience than me and are frankly, much smarter. People like Kevin Folsom, the Facility Manager at Dallas Theological Seminary, and Michel Theriault, RPA, LEED AP (better known as the FM Advisor). Check out his BLOG and sign up for his regular posts…he has some great stuff…even if he is from the “Great White North” (Hows it going, Eh? LOL).
Integrated Project Delivery Association
International Facilities Manager Association (IFMA)
National Assoc. of Church Business Administration (NACBA)
National Assocaition of Church Facility Managers (NACFM)