The “Shared Practice” meetings provide an opportunity for you to talk with your colleagues and peers about the many common topics associated with managing a cultural facility. You can discuss what is working/not, ask any questions about an issue you are facing, share your lessons learned with others, and otherwise network and learn from each other.
Some meetings have a presentation, others are open discussion. The meetings are open to all folks working on utility facility management and projects. Your participation is a valuable to the overall group. If you have not attended one of these before, read about Shared Practice meetings.
Normally the Fourth Wednesday of the month from January to October, except for World Workplace Conference month – Check the schedule for the current list of upcoming meeting dates and times.
Meeting Details
December 3, 2025
3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
The topic for this month’s meeting is a Discussion of Warehousing & Storage Needs. Since the pandemic most utilities have gone from a “just in time” storage model to a “just in case” one, with some overstocks remaining from back orders and contingency stock for major storm events. What is your organization’s supply model now, and what kind of facilities are you arranging to support this – central warehouses, regional warehouses, larger stock rooms & yards at service centers, contingency yards for slow-moving stock and emergency spares, etc. Join us to share your approach and hear what others are doing.
Time permitting, we will also discuss any other questions you may have for the group.
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