#111 Lisa Keys: Building Condition Assessments

Lisa Keys, Founder of COS Consulting, joins the show to discuss Building Condition Assessments (BCAs) and their importance in facilities management. Lisa has 20 years of experience leading operational and facilities management teams within a diverse range of building portfolios in both the non-profit and public sector. 

On this episode, Lisa highlights the core concepts and components of a BCA, how an organization can leverage a BCA, and where one should begin with a BCA.

Takeaways

• Building condition assessments (BCAs) provide a comprehensive overview of a building's components and their maintenance and capital support requirements.
• BCAs help organizations understand the costs associated with maintaining and replacing building components and develop long-term capital investment strategies.
• Risk tolerance and available budget play a crucial role in prioritizing projects identified in BCAs.
• BCAs can identify opportunities for energy efficiency and sustainable practices within facilities management.
• BCAs should be viewed as dynamic documents that require regular review and customization to meet the specific needs of each organization.

If you're interested in learning more, make sure to reach out to Lisa directly:
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COS Consulting

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