Efficient facilities and inventory management are foundational pillars of organizational success. Facilities management ensures that the built environment is optimally maintained to support people, processes, and technologies, while inventory management secures the flow of materials necessary for operational continuity.

In a landscape where cost-efficiency, health and safety, sustainability, and asset utilization are paramount, this course equips participants with practical and strategic skills to improve infrastructure oversight and inventory control. Through a blend of case studies, presentations, and interactive discussions, the course addresses the full spectrum of facility and inventory management practices—from asset tracking and space management to warehouse flow, stock rotation, and demand forecasting.

Target Participants

This course is designed for mid- to senior-level professionals responsible for facilities, logistics, or inventory control within public and private sector organizations. Ideal participants include facilities managers, administrative officers, procurement officers, warehouse supervisors, and operations personnel who are either directly involved in or overseeing facility upkeep and stock management.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Understand the key roles and functions of facilities and inventory management
• Manage building operations, space, and support services effectively
• Apply health, safety, and sustainability practices in FM
• Prepare and monitor FM budgets and procurement plans
• Classify and control different types of inventory
• Use forecasting and stock rotation techniques to manage inventory
• Improve warehouse layout, flow, and auditing processes

Course Duration

• Classroom-Based: 5 Days
• Online: 7 Days

Course Outline 

Foundations of Facilities Management

• Definition and key concepts of FM
• The strategic and operational roles of FM
• Core functions and responsibilities in FM
• Importance of facilities and inventory management in organizational success

Range of Facilities Mnanagement Services – Building & Space Management

• Space planning and workspace optimization
• Maintenance services: preventive and corrective
• Lease and tenancy administration
• Utility and energy management

Managing Property and Fixed Assets

• Asset registration and classification
• Lifecycle costing and depreciation
• Maintenance and disposal planning
• Asset tracking and performance monitoring

Support Services in Facilities Management

• Cleaning and janitorial services
• Security and surveillance systems
• Waste disposal and pest control
• Mailroom, catering, and transport services

Health & Safety in FM Delivery

• Compliance with occupational health and safety standards
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Fire prevention systems and evacuation protocols
• Workplace safety culture and awareness

Sustainable FM Tools and Techniques

• Energy-efficient building technologies
• Water conservation methods
• Green procurement and materials
• Environmental impact assessment in FM

Risk Management & Business Continuity

• Identification of FM-related risks
• Mitigation strategies and control measures
• Business continuity planning (BCP)
• Role of FM in disaster recovery

FM Support Services Budgeting

• Budget development and cost estimation
• Operational vs. capital budgets
• Budget control and variance analysis
• Procurement planning and contract management

Introduction to Inventory Management

• Role of inventory in organizational operations
• Types of inventory: raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO
• Inventory objectives and stock level classification
• Integration of inventory with FM and procurement functions

Demand Forecasting

• Techniques: qualitative and quantitative forecasting
• Use of historical data and trends
• Factors influencing demand variability
• Planning for safety stock and reorder points

Inventory Control and Warehouse Management

• Stock turnover ratio and its implications
• FIFO, LIFO, and FEFO methods
• Handling excess, obsolete, and slow-moving stock

Cycle Counting

• Benefits of cycle counting over annual stock takes
• ABC analysis for stock classification
• Establishing count frequency and procedures
• Reconciliation of inventory records

Warehouse Flow Management

• Warehouse layout principles
• Inbound and outbound logistics
• Storage systems and material handling
• Inventory tracking methods (barcoding, RFID, WMS)

  Process Auditing

• Purpose of inventory and warehouse audits
• Audit preparation and execution
• Identifying control weaknesses
• Corrective actions and process improvement

Stock Replenishment and Ordering Techniques

• Reorder point system
• Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)
• Vendor-managed inventory (VMI)
• Lead time considerations

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, presentations, group works and case studies. Training notes and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs.

Course Booking

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