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Upcoming Presentations
| Date | Presentation name |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 18, 2024 1p.m.-2:30p.m. EST Register Now! |
Cost Estimating We’ll cover topics such as:
Target Audience - All federal employees engaged in project planning, requirements/scope development and budgeting. Session Level - Beginner This session will be hosted in our FedRAMP-compliant Zoom for Government platform and will be recorded. |
Recent Presentations
| Date | Presentation Name |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 14, 2023 |
eRETA is Back! eRETA (RWA Entry and Tracking Application) is the official tool for submitting Work Requests and digitally signed Reimbursable Work Authorizations to GSA. Our eRETA Digest sessions will feature the best of our eRETA “Basics” and “Advanced” session topics - offering you a soup to nuts overview - from gaining system access to managing and closing out your reimbursable program with greater transparency and efficiency. With a slide presentation and live on-air demonstration - get comfortable with the new electronic process and program and access to the resources and support you need to start successfully using eRETA today! Have more questions? Need more answers? Visit www.gsa.gov/ereta and go to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page on the left navigation bar, where you’ll find an extensive list of FAQs on eRETA and other RWA topics. Target Audience - All Federal employees who are engaged in the development, planning, budgeting, tracking and funds management of reimbursable projects (RWAs) Session Level - Intermediate - a background on reimbursable work authorization processes is recommended, but access to eRETA is not required. |
| Thursday, October 26, 2023 |
New Tools for the New Workplace Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 149 KB] What will the office look like in 2030? As the federal government embraces new workplace concepts, PBS’s Workplace Offerings are here to help your organization develop and implement your new real estate strategies and support your evolving workplace culture.Federal Coworking
GSA’s Inventory of Owned and Leased properties (IOLP) Workplace Engagements Target Audience - All personnel who are engaged in workspace planning, budgeting and organizational change management. Session Level - Intermediate - a working knowledge of space planning considerations is recommended. |
| August 31, 2023 |
CES Special Events - PBS OASIS LIVE! Download: Zoom Recording Passcode: 5b=mSiK4 | Presentation [PDF - 444 KB] [PDF - 444 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 236 KB] [PDF - 236 KB] These events are specifically geared to agency-designated OASIS Ordering Officials. It’s here! PBS has transitioned from our former Occupancy Agreement tool (OATool/eOA) to a new OA application - the Occupancy Agreement and Space Inventory System (OASIS). Choose one, or both, of these identical sessions, during which we’ll: Provide a brief OASIS overview After the initial presentation, we’ll keep the session line open for “Office Hours” - so drop in at any time to pose your queries to our subject matter experts, who will be on hand to demonstrate the tool and respond to your comments. You can also refer to the OASIS website at www.gsa.gov/pbsoasis for a host of current training and support materials, including new video tutorials, our Customer User Guide, and FAQs. Target Audience - This session is intended for designated OASIS Ordering Officials from PBS customer agencies Session Level - Intermediate, a knowledge of the OA process and OASIS access is recommended. |
| July 20, 2023 |
RWA Policy and Process Fundamentals Download: Presentation Video | Questions and Answers [PDF - 192 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] If you’ve taken one (or more) of our recurring eRETA Digest classes - you’ve become familiar with the application that supports development of Work Requests which may become fully funded RWAs - Reimbursable Work Authorizations. This PBS multi-billion dollar program supports the federal community with a myriad of above-standard (beyond your rent) critical projects and services. We’re offering an overview of the foundational policies and processes that govern the reimbursable services program. So if you’re new to this type of work between your agency and PBS, or want to brush up on the latest changes, this session is for you! Target Audience - all federal agency staff who deal with PBS on reimbursable work projects Session Level - Beginner |
Presentation Archives
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October 18, 2022
Cost Estimating and Cost Management Principles
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 898 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 136 KB]
In this session, we’ll focus in on the process of cost estimating for projects of all sizes to bring awareness to the similarities and complexities each project entails. Come to this session to learn about the “art” and the “science” of cost management.October 15, 2020
What Goes Into My Agency’s Rent Estimate?
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 153 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
The annual GSA Rent Estimate provides our customers with a base to develop the space budget request. It is a snapshot of what the future cost of currently billing space will be.
In this session we will go over how the Rent Estimate is formulated, with specific focus on the data used to calculate the future rent. We will discuss the application of appraisal data in Federally owned space and leasing data in leased space.
September 17, 2020
Pricing Basics
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 148 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video
Customers will be presented with the basics of the PBS pricing policy for space and services. They will be informed about customer-impacting updates incorporated in the current PBS Pricing Guide, 5th Edition.At this session - you will be introduced to the components and bases of your Rent, learn about tiers, Tenant Improvement and Customization allowances, etc.
March 19, 2020
GSA’s Capital Investment Program & the Prospectus Process
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 142 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
This session will cover “A Day (several years) in the Life” of a Prospectus Level Capital Program Project - from identification of need and development of the project at the Regional level; to its submission to, evaluation of and integration into GSA’s Budget at the Central Office level; and it travels through OMB and Congress.
January 16, 2020
Pricing Desk Guide Update
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 131 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB]
Attend this session to hear about important updates to the PBS Pricing Desk Guide with the new release of 5th Edition which went into effect on November 16th.
March 21, 2019
Calculating and Billing for Overtime Utilities and Agency Program Equipment
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 154 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1005 KB] | Presentation Video
As a customer in GSA space, both Federally Owned and Leased, you’ll likely find yourself in need of occasional services which are beyond the standard levels included via your monthly agency rent bill. Working together with your GSA representative to describe your needs, we can help you estimate these costs, establish the right payment vehicle, and get the services you need to keep your operations running smoothly for your staff and your clients. Come to this session to understand when Overtime Utilities and Agency Program Equipment costs are incurred, how we estimate them, what options there are for billing, and even what you might do to help mitigate these costs through the pursuit of projects to handle your special needs more effectively.
July 24, 2023
It’s Easy Being Green - PBS National Customer Forum
Download: It’s Easy Being Green! [PDF - 1 MB]
A presentation from experts in three different areas of environment and sustainability, featuring GSA’s Sustainable Facilities Tool, key aspects of Green Leasing and Electric Vehicle Supply and Equipment.
April 20, 2023
Striving for Net Zero
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 843 KB] [PDF - 843 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 141 KB] [PDF - 141 KB]
GSA is aggressively working toward the Administration’s goal of achieving a net-zero buildings portfolio by 2045. We have as an agency already reduced our greenhouse gas emissions by over 50% since 2008.We are now tackling decarbonization, sustainability, and climate risk requirements through the historic investments from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. This transformation will require unprecedented partnership and collaboration on best practices with both industry and customers.Celebrate Earth Day by coming to this session to learn how GSA is moving forward and the ways we can help your agency fulfill its role in achieving net zero.
February 16, 2023
EVSE - Get Plugged In!
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 225 KB] [PDF - 225 KB]
GSA will provide an overview of recent Executive Orders and federal fleet electrification initiatives as well as share information on the Electric Vehicle Supply and Equipment (EVSE) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), the recently awarded design/build EVSE Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract and EV best practices.
Executive Order 14057 requires that the GOV fleet be 100 percent zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) acquisitions by 2035, including 100 percent zero-emission light-duty vehicle acquisitions by 2027. This session will discuss steps that GSA has taken to assist in electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) infrastructure projects. from the BPA that FAS has developed to allow direct procurement of charging devices and services to the nation-wide Design-Build IDIQ that PBS has awarded to allow for physical installation projects to proceed forward.
March 8, 2023
Building a Better Broker Contract
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 927 KB] [PDF - 927 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 119 KB] [PDF - 119 KB]
GSA has built a robust capacity to manage your lease portfolio needs by bringing in a cadre of commercial brokers to supplement our in-house expertise. Our broker partners have helped us successfully execute many projects for customers of diverse requirements in markets of all sizes in every corner of the country. During our session - we’ll review the features and benefits of our broker contract services to show you how this resource can be brought to bear to support your agency’s lease procurement needs. As we begin to build a new broker contract scope to better serve your needs in the future, we’d like time to reflect upon your feedback. If your agency has experience with our broker services, we’d like to hear from you about your insights, ideas, concerns and perspectives of the broker contract. Help shape the future contract by responding to questions about your broker services experience via our registration form - we’ll discuss observations and themes with our session audience.
July 14, 2022
Emergency Leasing
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 5 MB] [PDF - 927 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 174 KB] [PDF - 119 KB]
When disaster strikes, whether man-made or Mother Nature inspired, your PBS leasing team has the tools to help you expediently reconstitute your operations in leased space.
March 8, 2022
Online Leasing Tools: Changing the Way We Do Business
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 100 KB] [PDF - 100 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
GSA’s Lease Offer Platform (LOP) consists of two online leasing tools – the Automated Advanced Acquisition Platform (AAAP) and the Requirement Specific Acquisition Platform (RSAP). Join GSA to learn how these tools are accelerating lease cycle time and changing the way we do business.
September 16, 2021
Leasing’s GLS Plus: Private Sector Experience, Public Sector Value
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 137 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
The PBS Office of Leasing’s Center for Broker Services presents GLS Plus.
GSA Leasing Support Services (GLS) Plus is a group of nine contracts awarded across the nation to provide broker and leasing support services for GSA’s lease contracting officers. GLS Plus enhances our Federal clients’ experience by leveraging commercial real estate broker expertise to deliver workspace solutions, greater innovation, and maximum client and taxpayer savings.
Join us for a discussion on the key features of the GLS Plus contract:
- Innovative virtual market survey technology
- Enhanced Requirements Development services
- Improved post-award construction services
July 15, 2021
Leasing 101
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 224 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
A perennial CES audience favorite, this session provides an introduction to PBS’s leasing services and offerings.
From requirements development to lease acquisition and construction to occupancy, customers will learn the basics behind GSA leasing practices and processes and our joint responsibilities for a successful lease project.
May 16, 2019
GSA’s Lease Analysis Tool -- Should I Stay or Should I go?
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 165 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
As your occupancy nears the end of the lease term - you and your PBS partners are faced with making critical decisions about your future housing needs. Is staying in place desirable and a potential option? What factors will the contracting officer typically consider when deciding whether to consider a succeeding lease procurement?
This session will focus on succeeding lease procurements and how the Succeeding/Superseding Lease Analysis Tool is used by GSA PBS to help us present you with the best procurement strategy to meet your new workspace requirements.
February 26, 2019
Service Expectations in GSA Federally Owned and Leased Buildings
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 143 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 414 KB] | Presentation Video
Whether your agency space is in a GSA Federally-owned or commercially leased location, understand what services you should expect to receive during your occupancy.
Learn how GSA manages Federal space through an overview of the standard services; as well as the programs, tools and procedures that support facility management and ensure tenant satisfaction.
Recognize the differences between standard and above standard services - what is included in your rent versus when supplemental reimbursable funding (RWA) will be required. For leased locations, learn about current lease management program efforts and the Lease Management Customer Guide, which highlights the Lease Administration Manager’s (LAM) roles and responsibilities to serve you and protect the government’s interests throughout the life of the lease.
September 8, 2023
CES Special Events - PBS OASIS LIVE!
Download: Zoom Recording Passcode: 5b=mSiK4 | Presentation [PDF - 444 KB] [PDF - 444 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 236 KB] [PDF - 236 KB]
These events are specifically geared to agency-designated OASIS Ordering Officials. It’s here! PBS has transitioned from our former Occupancy Agreement tool (OATool/eOA) to a new OA application - the Occupancy Agreement and Space Inventory System (OASIS).
July 24, 2023
PBS OASIS: Coming Soon - PBS National Customer Forum
Download: OASIS Overview [PDF - 1016 KB] [PDF - 1016 KB] | Presentation Video
A presentation from our Pricing Policy and Tools expert on the conversion to OASIS, what it means for customers, gaining access, new procedures for Occupancy Agreement preparation/approval and release of space requests and related pricing policy changes.
March 15, 2023
PBS OASIS for Agency POCs
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 655 KB] [PDF - 655 KB]
GSA is launching a new Occupancy Agreement and Space Inventory system (OASIS) which includes a customer agency component. Once live, customers will approve their Occupancy Agreements (OA), submit releases of space, and view their rent information in the system.
September 8, 2022
Policy and Process Changes for Occupancy Agreements (OASIS Overview)
Download: Presentation Video | Questions and Answers [PDF - 192 KB] [PDF - 192 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 899 KB] [PDF - 899 KB]
If you are involved in the development, approval, or audit processes for your organization’s Occupancy Agreements (OAs) with GSA, and you missed our April 5th session, this encore presentation of our introduction to the OASIS tool is for you.
March 18, 2021
Introduction to Occupancy Agreements
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 154 KB] [PDF - 154 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
This introductory course provides customers with the basics about Occupancy Agreements (OAs). Attendees will learn how OAs differ from leases; the components/sections of an OA; why GSA requires tenant agencies to sign these agreements; and how OAs differ when space is leased versus federally-owned.
October 21, 2021
The ABC’s of GSA’s Public Buildings Service
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 138 KB] [PDF - 138 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
From requirements gathering for your space actions to occupying your space, this is your chance to familiarize yourself with the Public Buildings Service and meet some of our Subject Matter Experts from several business lines.
October 06, 2020
PBS Customer Dashboard Enhancements
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 112 KB] [PDF - 112 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video | How to Access [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB] | User Guide [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB]
Feeding directly from source systems, the PBS Customer Dashboard allows customers to access current data related to Projects, RWAs, Occupancies, Locations, and Rent. We’ll review the current functionality and highlight a new tab - My Locations. My Locations provides customers with information about your agency’s locations, including building details, space types, and lists of OAs for each location. You can also identify building type, historic status, CBSA, and other important building/location information.
December 10, 2019
Customer Dashboard Puts PBS Data At Your Fingertips
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 115 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video
Have you ever wondered what’s going on with your office alterations project? Or how much have you spent in overall rent last year? Well, get the answers and more by accessing our online PBS Customer Dashboard. See a demonstration of the easy to use tool that puts your key PBS data at your fingertips. View summary information, or drill down into specifics on your Projects, Occupancies, RWAs, and Rent. We’ll explain the access request process, and provide resources that will allow you to confidently navigate the PBS Customer Dashboard on your own to meet your agency’s project and financial management needs.
September 15, 2022
Kahua Users Klub
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 349 KB] [PDF - 349 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 191 KB] [PDF - 191 KB]
This session complements the Client Enrichment Series “Say Aloha to Kahua” session held August 18, and will cover, in detail, the applications customers will use in Kahua. If you missed that introductory session, you can access the recording on GSA’s Project Management Information System site, along with short training videos on accessing and navigating Kahua: https://www.gsa.gov/real-estate/design-and-construction/project-management-information-system/training-project-management-tool
August 18, 2022
Say Aloha to Kahua! - PBS’s New Project Management Tool
Download: Presentation [PDF - 572 KB] [PDF - 572 KB] | Presentation Video | Questions and Answers [PDF - 129 KB] [PDF - 129 KB]
Starting in August, GSA is transitioning to a new, web-based project management and collaboration software called Kahua. This new platform offers many benefits and will allow GSA, our contractors and federal customers to securely collaborate throughout the lifecycle of a project.
April 23, 2020
Introduction to PBS Project Management
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 114 KB] [PDF - 114 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video
This introductory course provides customers with an overview of a Project Life Cycle; including Identification, Initiation, Planning, Execution and Closeout. It will cover the major components of each phase, and discuss both the technical aspects of what occurs in each step along with the responsibilities and expectations of PBS and Customer agencies as we partner to develop and execute space projects to serve your mission needs.
June 21, 2018
Demystifying Design Intent Drawings (DIDs)
Download: Presentation [PDF - 22 MB] [PDF - 22 MB] | Questions & Answers [PDF - 177 KB] [PDF - 177 KB] | Presentation Video | DID Review Guide [PDF - 12 MB] [PDF - 12 MB]
If you’re part of a project team working with GSA, you may have been asked to review Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) and provide input to ensure your agency gets the space that meets its mission requirements. As part of this process, you may be asked to understand and use the technical language and symbols of architecture and engineering.
October 17, 2019
An Overview of Real Property Disposal: Mission, Services, and Opportunities
Download: Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
The Office of Real Property Utilization and Disposal (RPUD) works with all Federal land holding agencies to develop real estate strategies (conveyances, exchanges, relocations, and sales) to identify and better manage underutilized assets. The RPUD program offers Federal clients a wide range of realty services, expert guidance and analytical tools.
This presentation will provide an overview of the program, the disposal process, and the various services RPUD can offer. These include transaction support, due diligence analysis, targeted asset reviews, highest and best use studies, appraisals, marketing strategies, environmental assessments and historic evaluations.
This program leverages its services, tools and expertise to drive optimal real estate outcomes that are tailored to an agency’s unique mission requirements. To complement its expertise and to enhance service offerings, RPUD provides a variety of contractual vehicles that offer Federal clients access to realty and environmental firms. RPUD services are available to all Federal landholding agencies.
April 25, 2023
eRETA Digest
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 313 KB] [PDF - 313 KB]
eRETA (RWA Entry and Tracking Application) is the official tool for submitting Work Requests and digitally signed Reimbursable Work Authorizations to GSA.
March 9, 2021
RWA National Policy Manual Highlights
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 182 KB] [PDF - 182 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
The PBS Reimbursable Services Program published the new RWA National Policy Manual (NPM) in August 2020. This training will highlight some of the major policies referenced in the NPM, as well as some process and system (eRETA) components to help you manage your agency’s RWA and Work Request portfolio as seamlessly as possible.
July 16, 2020
What to Expect from RWA Fee Reform
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 138 KB] [PDF - 138 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 138 KB] | Presentation Video
The RWA Program is changing its fee structure for the first time since the sliding scale fee structure was implemented in 1995. This session will kick off with a recap of the multiple components that make up RWA Fee Reform (the fee structure is only one of those changes) and then dive deeper specifically into the new fee structure, how it differs from the existing fee structure, and the importance of the RWA Acceptance Date, which dictates which fee structure will be used.
January 23, 2020
eRETA Advanced - Feature Focus
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 212 KB] [PDF - 212 KB] | Questions and Answers Vol II [PDF - 163 KB] [PDF - 163 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Presentation Video
In this session we’ll help you get more comfortable executing your RWA program in the eRETA environment.
January 7, 2020
eRETA Basics - Overview Sessions
Download: Questions and Answers Vol I [PDF - 282 KB] [PDF - 282 KB] | Questions and Answers Vol II [PDF - 252 KB] [PDF - 252 KB] | Questions and Answers Vol III [PDF - 208 KB] [PDF - 208 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 2 MB] [PDF - 2 MB] | Presentation Video
See how electronically managing your RWAs - from concept to close-out - can save your agency time and effort.
March 16th, 2023
Understand Your Workspace Usage With Daily Occupancy Data
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 130 KB] [PDF - 130 KB]
Understanding how a workplace is truly used is the first step to planning for a modern, functional space that effectively meets mission needs.
GSA is testing and piloting methods for tracking daily occupancy data to identify effective, scalable methods of collecting and analyzing anonymized data to inform trends in how occupants are returning to the office so that our customer agencies can better plan and develop spaces that are the ideal size and configuration for their missions and workforces. Come to this session to learn about the data collection technologies and techniques that can be applied to evaluate your workplace.
February 18, 2021
Occupancy Planning and Solutions
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 218 KB] [PDF - 218 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video
At GSA, we’ve heard your concerns, and recognize the challenges you face when attempting to thoughtfully plan for your future occupancies. Join our session to familiarize yourself with some resources, tools, and expertise that can make the effort much more manageable.
December 15, 2016
Planning and Requirements Management
Download: Presentation [PDF - 499 KB] [PDF - 499 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 223 KB] [PDF - 223 KB] | Presentation Video
Every stakeholder involved in real estate project management recognizes that early upfront planning is critical to delivering the right solution to meet both mission and budget goals. PBS is inviting customers to engage in a transformative new engagement process in order to improve our collaboration around meeting your emerging workplace needs. Several key elements of this process, being launched January 1, 2017, will be reviewed at our upcoming session:
- Discussion of the Project Life Cycle (Project Identification, Initiation, Planning, etc) and key milestones for both PBS and customers.
- Discussion of mutual responsibilities at each phase of the Project Life Cycle.
- Time frames that we are adopting in order to manage projects and interface with our customers at critical junctures in the planning phase.
- Tools (like the new Client Project Agreement), resources and support that PBS can bring to the table to help customers reap maximum benefit from the new planning process.
- Introduction of a standard lexicon so we can speak about projects with consistent terminology, and have consistent definitions of those Project Life Cycle terms.
March 19, 2015
Introduction to Requirements Development
Download: Presentation [PDF - 9 MB] [PDF - 9 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 320 KB] [PDF - 320 KB]
An overview of how PBS gathers requirements for each project beginning with a needs interview which provides the GSA project team with a clear understanding of our client agency’s goals, time frames and special requirements. This presentation covers alternative workplace strategies, information on mobility and telework. Presented by Ryan Doerfler, Kevin Kelly, and Chuck Hardy.
July 24, 2023
Space Utilization and Workplace Offerings - PBS National Customer Forum
Download: Space Utilization and Workplace Offerings Overview [PDF - 24 MB] | Presentation Video
A discussion of the report on Agency Headquarters space utilization and an overview of current GSA workplace offerings, including commercial coworking. federal coworking, workplace engagements, WIFM, and more.
July 24, 2023
Fast Track Space - PBS National Customer Forum
Download: Fast Track Space [PDF - 2 MB]
January 10, 2023
Commercial Coworking
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Commercial Coworking Facts [PDF - 98 KB] [PDF - 98 KB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 152 KB] [PDF - 152 KB]
GSA just entered our second year of offering coworking space to our customer agencies through a service contract with five national commercial vendors. Join us for a Client Enrichment Series presentation on Jan. 10 to learn how this flexible space solution may help your agency meet its space needs!
July 27, 2022
Workplace Feasibility Scenarios Made Easy with WIFM 2.0
Download: Presentation Video | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] [PDF - 3 MB] | Questions and Answers [PDF - 133 KB] [PDF - 133 KB]
Now better than ever - we’re happy to introduce the latest version of our Workplace Investment and Feasibility Modeling tool – or “WIFM” 2.0! WIFM is designed to assist federal agency workplace teams in exploring the feasibility of workplace change before the workplace project requirements have been defined.
February 17, 2022
Workplace Engagements
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 126 KB] [PDF - 126 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 7 MB] [PDF - 7 MB] | Presentation Video
Come to this overview session to learn about the variety of services our Center for Workplace Strategy has to offer to help you reimagine your workplace. From Activity Based Planning analysis to the self-service tools like our “Workplace Investment and Feasibility Modeling” to full-blown workplace engagements requiring organization-wide buy-in and change management, GSA can help guide you through options that suit every requirement and budget.
December 9, 2021
Workplace Design - Lighting and Acoustics
Download: GSA Workplace SME POCs Info Sheet [PDF - 697 KB] [PDF - 697 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 4 MB] [PDF - 4 MB] | Presentation Video | Questions and Answers [PDF - 154 KB] [PDF - 154 KB]
The low-hanging fruit of a human-centric and sustainable workplace!
As we adapt to the new realities... of the hybrid workplace, a mix of in-office and remote work, Federal agencies may desire some renovation or new construction to accommodate the emerging needs of their returning staff. In addition to the amount and configuration of space, two key elements of space design which have a great impact on the quality of that workplace sometimes go overlooked: lighting and acoustics.
Well-conceived lighting and acoustic strategies are the low-hanging fruit ripe for the picking to support work going forward in the new, human-centric hybrid environment. If thoughtfully considered at the beginning of your project, lighting and acoustics considerations can be implemented to complement your mission and staff needs, your budget and your sustainability goals.
Questions this session will address:
- How can Federal facilities compete with the now familiar home office? Why should they?
- Why are better lighting and acoustics more sustainable?
- Why are recent discoveries about lighting so important to worker well-being and productivity?
- How can better lighting and acoustics support the hybrid work environment to better “sync” the home office and the collaborative workplace?
- What small practices can improve the home office acoustic and lighting environment?
- How making a more human-centric environment is facilitated by better lighting and acoustics.
- What lighting and acoustics parameters you should consider when working with GSA to prepare a scope of work for your workplace projects.
November 18, 2021
Federal Solutions for Coworking
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 172 KB] [PDF - 172 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB] | Flexible Coworking Services Info Sheet [PDF - 277 KB] [PDF - 277 KB] | GSA FlexHub Info Sheet [PDF - 159 KB] [PDF - 159 KB] | Presentation Video
To keep pace with the changing ways in which Federal employees are working, GSA has awarded a Flexible Coworking Services contract to provide our Federal customers with short-term, on-demand coworking solutions. The services are available for immediate use in markets across the Continental United States and are delivered via five national coworking vendors.
April 13, 2021
The Future of Federal Work Insights
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 239 KB] [PDF - 239 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 3 MB] [PDF - 3 MB] | Presentation Video | Workplace 2030 Overview [PDF - 148 KB] [PDF - 148 KB]
The pandemic has provided new insights on how the landscape of the federal workplace could be modified to build upon the learnings from this past year of rapid adaptation. The future of work is the ability to be productive anywhere, anytime. Technology has begun to replace space as the force bringing work together, but space still plays a key role toward maintaining and enhancing human connections. Join us for an overview of the findings that GSA has gathered through a series of conversations across the federal government that bring this concept of technology and space together in innovative ways to support the federal workforce and the work accomplished.
January 21, 2021
Shape Your Workplace with Activity Based Planning
Download: Questions and Answers [PDF - 141 KB] [PDF - 141 KB] | Presentation [PDF - 6 MB] [PDF - 6 MB] | Presentation Video
Activity Based Planning (ABP) is a strategic approach for workplace planning and design. Through an examination of agency organizational metrics and employee work styles, your workplace becomes an environment where individuals can choose the most effective method for accomplishing their work. Recognizing that one size does NOT fit all, ABP is grounded on the principal that a rich variety of spaces is often necessary to support an organization’s equally diverse range of activities and work styles. Tap into the expertise of our Total Workplace experts and start viewing your workplace through a new lens.
August 16, 2018
Workplace “WIFM” Tool
Download: Presentation [PDF - 1 MB] [PDF - 1 MB]| Questions and Answers [PDF - 128 KB] [PDF - 128 KB] | Presentation Video
The Workplace Investment and Feasibility Modeling tool – or “WIFM” – is designed to assist federal agency workplace teams in exploring the feasibility of workplace change before the workplace project requirements have been defined.
For more information, contact:
Andrea Bell
Program Analyst
917-952-1851
andrea.bell@gsa.gov
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