The furlough period is drawing to and end and we have begun to observe some dark behaviours in the FM marketplace. This short video highlights two of the most important ones. Perhaps we can help? Contact us at stopandthink@opale.co.uk or Direct Message me for a
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As an independent FM consultancy and part of the Stop and Think think tank, Opale Management Services Ltd (Opale) has developed a number of tools, capabilities and techniques to manage FM in the Covid-19 context. Cost Suppression, Demand and Expectation Control, Cost Mitigation, Controlled Service
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There is the possibility that the furlough scheme may be extended in part, but it is unlikely that it will be extended in full. Even if an extension occurs the cost of the furlough will move towards the business owner or client, with only 40%
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                  The furlough period is drawing to an end, although there is is the possibility that targeted furlough support may be retained by sector. The economic impact of this has been eye watering. To satisfy employment law
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                    If you missed our webinar on Tuesday morning, a video of the entire session is available. The webinar was called “The Change Management Battle Plan” and covered: The Covid-19 Context What is Change Management Impact
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                    Self-isolation period for those with Covid symptoms extended from 7 to 10 days. Lockdown restrictions tightening in Manchester, Lancashire, and Yorkshire. But at the same time Welsh pubs and restaurants reopening while Scottish schools will be fully
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                    Spain was OK to visit and then suddenly it would cost you 14 days of quarantine on your return. In April, Barclays boss Jes Staley said that big city offices “may be a thing of the
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                    Face masks are to be worn in shops and potentially all indoor public areas yet just six weeks ago their protection value was questioned. It is difficult to believe that masks had not been fully evaluated then so why change
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                    If you missed our second webinar, a video of the entire session is available. The webinar was called “Cut the cloth to fit” and outlined strategies to face off against the challenging business environment that
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                    Back to work thinking is now at the forefront of every one’s mind. Preparations are in full swing including the practicalities of housing employees in buildings given the limitations of social distancing and hygiene expectations. Our
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