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035			_a(Sirsi) u122913
100			_aHedley, C.
245			_aUnderstanding the cost of occupancy
260			_c2003
490			_aFacilities Management _v10(8) May 2003, 1821(4)
520			_aDiscusses issues relating to the management of occupancy costs. Questions where the big savings are to be made and argues that the useful ideas in this area come from a proper appreciation of the current cost structure. Looks at where costs are incurred in properties and gives typical ratios from office and banking estates. Also mentions the importance of the correct managing of space in offices; the OPD is seeing their clients manage space more effectively. In 1995, 14-15 sq m NIA per person was common, now 10-12 sq m or less is much more prevalent. Gives a breakdown of the components of total occupancy costs such as rent, rates, service charges and facilities management costs. Lastly includes some important points about the forthcoming debate on the subject including a plea to introduce a budget to permit cost reduction strategies to take place.
590			_aABS
650			_aOCCUPANCY COSTS
650			_aCOST REDUCTION
650			_aSPACE UTILISATION
650			_aSERVICE CHARGES
650			_aRENTS
650			_aRATES
690			_aMANAGEMENT-FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
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