available. You could also save money on equipment purchases if
you align them with the manufacturer's fiscal year in order to get
end-of-year discounts. Bulk discounts are also available, so you're
better off making one big purchase instead of buying items sepa-
rately along the way.
Clear your plate
Leaning on the advice of experts who have been there, done that dur-
ing the planning and design phases of your project will help you con-
struct a facility that's optimized to run smoothly and successfully. You
likely don't have the time or expertise to manage all aspects of a new
build or renovation on your own. Why wouldn't you rely on the advice
of trusted advisers who do?
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Ms. Mewborn (amandagailmewborn@gmail.com) is vice president of facility
planning and development at Navicent Health.
