Sustainable FM - meeting the challenge
Keble College, Oxford - 18th & 19th March 2008
Now in its 15th year, the BIFM Annual Conference will give facilities management professionals innovative examples and practical tools that will help you to achieve sustainable FM. Through a mix of main stage presentations, in-depth parallel sessions and a varied fringe programme, the conference encompasses the social, economic, environment and community aspects of sustainability by tackling:
NEW features for 2008
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BBC Hard Talk’s Stephen Sackur will be the chairman and facilitator on the main stage, bringing a professional journalist’s perspective to the programme
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Stringfever will wow you with their electric instruments and unique sound at the Gala dinner
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An improved exhibition marquee will be the setting for light lunches and a first night drinks reception. Plasma screens will allow delegates to enjoy the exhibition without missing what’s happening on the conference main stage
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In addition to the Internet Café, a new Networking Area will provide delegates with a quiet place to do business
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An improved FM World Conference Daily Issue will arrive in time for breakfast on day two of the main conference. The tabloid-sized newspaper will report on the sessions, debates and social side from the first day as well as producing news, views and comment from across the industry. The popular FM-themed crossword will also make a welcome return
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Tim Smit, founder of the Eden Project, will inspire you in the conference closing session on Wednesday 19th March
Who should attend and why
Whether you are from a small business, the public sector or a large corporate organisation, the BIFM Annual Conference 2008 offers something for everyone, whatever your business or industry. The busy conference programme is packed with inspiration, information, networking and socialising over two days.
All areas of the FM world will be catered for:
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End users
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Consultants
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FM managers
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FM service suppliers
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Product suppliers
Conference programme
The BIFM Annual Conference 2008 includes:
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The main programme which combines 10 keynote sessions on a range of visionary and inspirational subjects, helping delegates to see what can be achieved in the pursuit of sustainability, and 20 parallel sessions which will delve into the practical aspects of achieving sustainability on a day-to-day basis
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The fringe programme which runs alongside the main programme and provides a variety of session formats including debates, networking groups, workshops, a site visit and business games
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Over 50 speakers from the world of FM and beyond will share their experience and expertise so that you will leave the event ready to achieve 360 degree sustainability
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Renowned for its hospitality, BIFM has packed the networking and social programme with something for everyone