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How Premises Management Software Should Support a Multi-Academy Trust

How Premises Management Software Should Support a Multi-Academy Trust

I've spoken to hundreds of trust leaders this year and wanted to share insights fr…

14-Nov-2024 11:05:09
Creating Positive School Environments: 10 Small Upgrades with Big Impact

Creating Positive School Environments: 10 Small Upgrades with Big Impact

When we think about improving schools, we often imagine high-cost projects or larg…

04-Nov-2024 13:12:42
The Real Reason Things Aren’t Getting Done (and It’s Not What You Think)

The Real Reason Things Aren’t Getting Done (and It’s Not What You Think)

When I sit down with an estate team at a multi-academy trust (or a large independe…

01-Nov-2024 19:42:15
Primary Schools: A Different Approach to Premises Management

Primary Schools: A Different Approach to Premises Management

I recently attended my daughter’s primary school for her violin choir show. It was…

29-Oct-2024 08:30:00
Tired Estate Teams and Endless To-Do Lists? Software Can Help

Tired Estate Teams and Endless To-Do Lists? Software Can Help

In schools and trusts, estate teams often face an uphill battle. The to-do lists a…

08-Oct-2024 10:18:38
Balancing Compliance and Budgets

Balancing Compliance and Budgets

I recently had a heartfelt conversation with a school's business manager who share…

30-Sep-2024 18:55:22
Asbestos in Schools

Asbestos in Schools

Last week, I found myself at a safety conference, sipping lukewarm coffee and half…

16-Sep-2024 18:09:25
How to [Easily] Switch Compliance or Premises Management Platforms

How to [Easily] Switch Compliance or Premises Management Platforms

When I receive an enquiry about how Statlog works, one question almost always pops…

04-Sep-2024 16:54:40
It’s All About the ‘Big Picture’

It’s All About the ‘Big Picture’

Managing educational estates in the UK is a complex task that requires a strategic…

15-Aug-2024 09:30:00
Capital Programme Manager: Make Every Pound Count

Capital Programme Manager: Make Every Pound Count

I was visiting a prospect this week, and we were talking about the challenges of m…

08-Aug-2024 19:35:44
How to Tackle Scope Creep at Your School
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How to Tackle Scope Creep at Your School

Managing the estates of an educational establishment is no small feat. Imagine pla…

30-Jul-2024 21:19:56
How a Premises Management Solution Should Support You

How a Premises Management Solution Should Support You

Imagine having visibility into all your building conditions, projects, and complia…

18-Jul-2024 11:46:37
From Boilers to Busted lab equipment: How PPM Can Transform Your School

From Boilers to Busted lab equipment: How PPM Can Transform Your School

Let's be honest – schools have a lot on their plates. From educating students to m…

11-Jul-2024 10:52:54
Setting Net Zero Goals in Your Trust
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Setting Net Zero Goals in Your Trust

Many schools are taking a stand for the environment, and Multi-Academy Trusts (MAT…

03-Jul-2024 10:30:00
Community Spirit and the Power of School Resource Management
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Community Spirit and the Power of School Resource Management

This past weekend, I attended the local school fair and was struck by the strong s…

01-Jul-2024 11:59:07
The Benefits of Centralising School Premises Data
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The Benefits of Centralising School Premises Data

Realising the Power of Centralised Data Just the other day, I had a fascinating co…

25-Jun-2024 14:16:36
Navigating the Funding Maze: How Software Can Make Every Penny Count in Schools
Navigating the Funding Maze: How Software Can Make Every Penny Count in Schools

Navigating the Funding Maze: How Software Can Make Every Penny Count in Schools

Let’s talk about something that’s on the minds of many schools: money, or more acc…

20-Jun-2024 18:05:02
Enhancing School Reputation: Key Factors for Success

Enhancing School Reputation: Key Factors for Success

Two London secondary schools have recently made headlines by being shortlisted for…

17-Jun-2024 18:21:50
Growing Multi-Academy Trusts in the UK

Growing Multi-Academy Trusts in the UK

Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) have become a significant part of the UK education sce…

06-Jun-2024 16:25:26
Clunkiness is Holding You Back and What You Can Do About It
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Clunkiness is Holding You Back and What You Can Do About It

In my role at Statlog, where we provide comprehensive premises management solution…

05-Jun-2024 10:29:05
How New Platforms are Revolutionising Compliance Management in Schools

How New Platforms are Revolutionising Compliance Management in Schools

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, compliance management is paramount to…

28-May-2024 08:00:00
Data-Driven Decisions: Why Your MAT Needs a Capital Programme Manager for Strategic Budgeting

Data-Driven Decisions: Why Your MAT Needs a Capital Programme Manager for Strategic Budgeting

The Budgeting Balancing Act Running a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) is a complex balan…

23-May-2024 10:50:03
Beyond Ticking Boxes: How Proactive Premises Management Elevates Your MAT's Reputation
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Beyond Ticking Boxes: How Proactive Premises Management Elevates Your MAT's Reputation

More Than Just School Compliance Let's be honest, no one jumps for joy over compli…

21-May-2024 08:06:46
Stop Playing Catch-Up: Proactive Solutions for School Maintenance

Stop Playing Catch-Up: Proactive Solutions for School Maintenance

Leaky roofs, flickering lights, and a boiler that sounds like a dragon clearing it…

17-May-2024 09:48:08
Spreadsheets: The Estate Team Frenemy (and How to Break Up with Them)

Spreadsheets: The Estate Team Frenemy (and How to Break Up with Them)

Spreadsheets have long been the go-to tool for managing funds and building conditi…

15-May-2024 17:47:40
Your Guide to Buying School Compliance &  Premises Management Software
School Premises Management Software

Your Guide to Buying School Compliance &  Premises Management Software

Premises Management Software Sure, meeting compliance standards is essential for a…

07-May-2024 11:43:53
Proactive Premises Management

Proactive Premises Management

A recent NAHT survey revealed that many schools in the UK are facing challenges re…

02-May-2024 18:19:12
The Cost of Living Crisis and UK Schools: Finding Efficiencies in a Time of Scarcity

The Cost of Living Crisis and UK Schools: Finding Efficiencies in a Time of Scarcity

The cost of living crisis placed unprecedented strain on UK schools. Energy costs …

17-Apr-2024 17:26:25
The Importance of Verifying Contractor Competence

The Importance of Verifying Contractor Competence

Contractors are the backbone of any school's efficient maintenance and project wor…

12-Apr-2024 11:30:58
Easter Egg-cellence in Safety: Were Your Event Upgrades CDM Compliant?

Easter Egg-cellence in Safety: Were Your Event Upgrades CDM Compliant?

Easter fetes, fairs, and other events are beloved traditions, bringing a touch of …

08-Apr-2024 13:20:46
Are Your Budgets Leaking?
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Are Your Budgets Leaking?

Small maintenance problems often seem harmless, like a leaky tap or flickering lig…

05-Apr-2024 10:37:15
Taming the Compliance Monster
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Taming the Compliance Monster

Taming the Compliance Monster Keeping up with the ever-changing maze of building r…

03-Apr-2024 08:16:45
From Chaos to Control: How to Centralise Your Premises Data

From Chaos to Control: How to Centralise Your Premises Data

The Scattered Nightmare Stacks of old reports gathering dust on desks, spreadsheet…

27-Mar-2024 09:43:47
Navigating Statutory Compliance in Schools

Navigating Statutory Compliance in Schools

Statutory compliance within the education sector encompasses a wide range of oblig…

19-Mar-2024 15:00:39
The Challenge of Managing Building Surveys for a MAT

The Challenge of Managing Building Surveys for a MAT

Multi-academy trusts face a unique set of challenges when managing building survey…

05-Mar-2024 08:04:56
When Green Isn't Really Green

When Green Isn't Really Green

In a world increasingly focused on achieving targets and "ticking the boxes," it's…

23-Feb-2024 17:01:46