Finding the right Facilities Management partner can be challenging.
With each company having its own cost models, competencies, and more, it can feel hard to know which one is right for you. We've made your search easier with this chart comparing the three major categories of FM providers with NEST's solution.
Corporate Real Estate (CRE) Partners | Tech-Only Companies | Hybrid Partners | NEST | |
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Tech Fees |
Management Fees
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$30+ Per Store, Per Month; Hidden Back-end Fees; and Support Costs
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Based on Program Size
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Complementary for IFM Clients
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FP&A Support |
Limited
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None
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None
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Full
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Ownership |
Often Publicly Owned
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Often Private Equity Funded
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Often Private Equity Funded
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Privately Owned
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Call Center |
Often International or Outsourced with Incurred Fees
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Often International or Outsourced with Incurred Fees
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Often International or Outsourced with Incurred Fees
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In-House and US-Based 24/7/365
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Provider Compliance |
Not Guaranteed
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Not Guaranteed
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Not Guaranteed
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Guaranteed
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Cost Model |
Hourly Rate Model, Markup, Cost+
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Fees Based on Work Order Costs
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Hourly Rate Model, Markup, Cost+
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Total Cost Model
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Quality Assurance in the Field |
Through Provider Base
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None
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Through provider base
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In-House Nationwide Team
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Competencies |
Commercial Real Estate FM
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Work Ticket System
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Ancillary FM Expertise
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360º, Customer-Centric IFM
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Service Provider Tech Fees |
Work Order % Fees
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Up to $4 Per Work Order
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Work Order % Fees
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$0-based fees to All Service Providers
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