Planning Services Archives

HPM’s Tracy Richter on Education Talk Radio

October 29, 2020

America’s public schools have long been confronted with financial challenges, but the need for proper funding has become even more apparent in the face of a pandemic and an aging infrastructure. HPM’s Vice President of Planning Services Tracy Richter recently joined host Larry Jacobs of Education Talk Radio to discuss…

Making Old Schools New Again for a Growing Student Population

October 29, 2020

Like many public school districts across the U.S., Homewood City Schools was faced with aging buildings and a growing student population. Administrators and school board members benefitted from a $55-million bond issue obtained through the City of Homewood and added to the monies the school district had in its reserves.…

HPM Talks Webinar: FedEx Explores the Synergy Between Human and Capital Resources

October 22, 2020

How do HR and Facilities Join Forces for the Next Normal in Work Places and Spaces? The impacts of COVID-19 have been dramatic for companies around the world. At HPM, we’re inspired by our clients who have risen to the occasion with creative ways to ensure the health and happiness…

Facility Planning Tool: Demographics Studies

September 29, 2020

By Tracy Richter Richter A demographics study is one of the most effective tools organizations can use to plan for a capital expenditure program or to develop or update a comprehensive facility plan. Knowing who uses your facilities and how they use them makes choosing the right path for your…

HPM Talks Webinar: Return to School During COVID-19

September 11, 2020

With so much uncertainty surrounding the return to school this year, administrators have been tasked with the tough decision of whether or not class should meet in person or virtually. During our latest HPM Talks on September 17, Vice President of Planning Services Tracy Richter was joined by Dr. Todd…

Is it Time to Update Your Facility Plan?

August 6, 2020

Our complimentary Weighted Check-Up Guide can help you decide. When you’re in the thick of day-to-day business operations, it’s difficult to pinpoint specific areas that need improvement. However, there are a few basic questions that will steer you towards answering whether it’s time to update your facility plan or not.…

HPM Talks Webinar: Planning for Post COVID-19 Facilities in Business, Education & Communities

July 22, 2020

July 30 | 11 a.m. CDT With so much in our world changing at a rapid pace, there is no better time than now to incorporate innovative ideas and effective planning into your standard operating procedure and facilities planning.  Though it may seem daunting to plan for facilities while so…

HPM Hires Industry Veteran Tracy Richter to Lead New Planning Services Division

July 20, 2020

Planning Services will position company for next phase of growth. Facilities planning expert Tracy Richter recently joined HPM to lead the new Planning Services division, a move that bolsters and expands our service offerings while extending relationships with clients representing more than a dozen industries. As Vice President of Planning…

When is the Right Time to Plan?

July 16, 2020

As COVID-19 continues to impact the U.S., companies and organizations are doing their best to plan amid a shifting economic landscape. Industries continue to encounter the full spectrum of repercussions. Many are experiencing business decline while others are seeing growth. Though it may seem daunting or even futile to plan…

Why Planning is Essential to Your Standard Operation Procedures

July 9, 2020

Strategic planning for facilities and operations is an essential component to short and long-term efficiency models across all industries. From airlines and beverage distribution to baseball stadiums and school districts, facility improvements and day-to-day operations are continuous, necessitating the need to incorporate good planning practices into your standard operating procedures.…