Inventory management in FM: achieving efficiency and control across facilities
Published: February 2, 2026
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Effective inventory management across facility operations reduces costs, prevents stockouts and enables faster maintenance response. Yet many FM organisations still rely on manual counting and spreadsheet tracking rather than integrated systems.
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Applicable guidelines
Arbowet NL
Dutch Working Conditions Act — FM is often the operational implementer of workplace safety measures required by the Arbowet. Close collaboration...
RI&E NL
Risk Assessment & Evaluation — FM typically leads or heavily contributes to the RI&E, especially for physical workplace risks (climate, ergonomics,...
NEN 3140 NL
Safe operation of electrical installations — FM must ensure electrical installations are periodically inspected (typically every 1-3 years) and that personnel...