Flooring: carpet versus vinyl tile When deciding what kind of flooring to put in an area, first look at the use and foot traffic of that space. Areas that are pass-throughs such as hallways have, by definition, more traffic than destinations, … [Continue reading]
Building Management (part 1 of 7)
Posted on April 8, 2016 Written by
Grouping rooms in use for energy savings In facilities with multiple HVAC units for different areas of the building, schedule all weekday meetings (insofar as possible) in the same area of the building so that you use only one or two HVAC … [Continue reading]
Finance Office: Computer Filing System (part 2 of 2)
Posted on April 5, 2016 Written by
In part 1 I discussed how to set up the hardcopy or paper files of the church’s Finance Office. This post discusses how to organize computer or server-based files. My prediction is that within 5-10 years almost all finance office files will be kept … [Continue reading]
Contractors (part 6 of 6)
Posted on April 1, 2016 Written by
Scheduling Vendor Visits Tradespeople have a habit of showing up whenever it suits them. Work with your suppliers to establish a specific date and time for each visit. Setting up dates and times will help the church manage who is on its … [Continue reading]
Finance Office: Hardcopy Filing System (part 1 of 2)
Posted on March 29, 2016 Written by
I have a simple filing system for my hardcopy (aka, paper) files in the church’s Finance Office. I’ve learned that simple is best: it keeps the staff and the auditors from having to hunt and hunting is just wasted productivity. I have a four drawer … [Continue reading]
Contractors (part 5 of 6)
Posted on March 25, 2016 Written by
Learn the Industry Jargon/Lingo Every trade (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, roofing, etc.) has terminology that is inherent only to that trade. They also have words that are common to all of them just because they are in the construction … [Continue reading]
Human Resources Director (part 2 of 2)
Posted on March 22, 2016 Written by
HR Director: Position Description (items to include, not a full list) Search & Hire Develop and coordinate the search process for all staff Work with the ministers to find support staff Work with the senior pastor to find new … [Continue reading]
Contractors (part 4 of 6)
Posted on March 18, 2016 Written by
Bidding Every 3 to 5 years, put contracts out to bid. This includes EVERYTHING from the food supplier, elevator, dumpster, commercial property insurance, copiers, postage meter, financial audit, custodian supplies, etc. Some companies are so … [Continue reading]