Information Technology and the FM

Well, the biggest thing is that technology is becoming more and more prevalent. There are many functions today that are done with computers (work orders, inventory, etc.) that used to be done by hand. As we continue to advance technology will become more and more important to the FM. As a result, the FM needs to have a good working relationship with the IT department. Also, as mentioned in class several times, the FM department will be called on to help with many IT projects. I also think that the FM department will become more and more of a driving force behind newer and better IT in the company. Basically, it is important for the FM to have a general understanding of what IT does and how it works.