Fentons Smart Facilities first in Sri Lanka to obtain ISO certification for Facility Management

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From left: Compliance Trainee Ishani Jayakodi, Fentons Director/CEO Sujith De Alwis, Managing Director Hasith Prematillake, Group Compliance Manager Nisal Liyanage, Compliance Officer Milan Samarakoon, and Fentons Smart Facilities Engineering Manager Tharaka Heenkenda

ISO 41001:2018 – world’s first international FMS standard published in 2018

Fentons Smart Facilities Ltd., the Facility Management arm of Hayleys Fentons, reached yet another milestone by being accredited the ISO 41001:2018 certification from SGS Lanka Ltd., and becoming the first ISO-certified facility management service provider in Sri Lanka.

The ISO 41001:2018 certification, the world’s first standard for Facility Management Systems (FMS) outlines the best practices and requirements for an effective and efficient facility management system, highlighting the importance of integrating people, processes, places, and technology to create a sustainable and productive environment.

Hayleys Fentons Managing Director Hasith Prematillake commented on this achievement, highlighting the immediate and long-term benefits of excellent Facility Management practices, especially in the rapidly developing high-rise developments of Colombo. “As the demand for managing these facilities grows due to the proliferation of high-rise structures like shopping complexes, condominiums, and office buildings, FM will play a crucial role. Integrating Facilities Managers during the development phase can significantly reduce maintenance problems and costs post-occupancy. Proper Facility Management also contributes to factors such as human comfort, operational processes, sustainability, and cost control,” stated Hasith Prematillake “We are proud to be at the forefront of the facility management industry in Sri Lanka,” said Executive Director/CEO Sujith De Alwis. “ISO 41001: 2018 certification sets us apart and offers a powerful market differentiation, marking our dedication to adhering to internationally recognised standards and benchmarks. ISO 41001:2018 will be critically important as it will address areas such as human comfort in the building, operational processes and costs, and sustainability.”

Fentons will continue to solidify its reputation as a reliable and innovative partner for organisations seeking to optimise their operational environments.