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Once focused primarily on maintenance and operations, FM teams are now central to improving student experience, driving sustainability, and enabling smart campus innovation.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>As universities across the UK compete to attract and retain students, while meeting net zero targets and adapting to hybrid learning, Facilities Management has become a strategic function.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we explore the key trends shaping FM in higher education and how smart solutions, such as parcel lockers, are helping institutions stay ahead.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Creating Safe, Student-Centred Campus Environments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Safety remains a top priority for UK universities, but expectations have shifted.<\/p>\n<p>Today\u2019s students expect campuses that support both <strong>physical security and mental well-being<\/strong>. Facilities Management teams are responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>CCTV and intelligent surveillance systems<\/li>\n<li>Access control and secure entry points<\/li>\n<li>Wellbeing-focused spaces for study, rest and social interaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many universities are now repurposing unused areas into <strong>quiet zones, wellbeing hubs, or collaborative spaces<\/strong>, helping to foster a stronger sense of community.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Accessibility and Inclusive Campus Design<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Accessibility is no longer just about compliance; it is a key factor in university choice.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>With a growing proportion of UK students reporting disabilities, inclusive design is becoming a critical priority for higher education institutions. <strong>Disabled students made up <a href=\"https:\/\/disabledstudents.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2024-Access-Insights-Report.pdf\">20% of home student enrolments<\/a>\u00a0in 2022\/23<\/strong>, a proportion that has more than doubled since 2010, and is projected to reach <strong>one in four students by 2027 if current trends continue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This trend is also reflected in incoming cohorts, with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucas.com\/data-and-analysis\/undergraduate-statistics-and-reports\/ucas-undergraduate-end-of-cycle-data-resources-2024\">22% of UCAS applicants<\/a> declaring a disability in 2024<\/strong>, highlighting a continued upward trajectory.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, universities must ensure that every touchpoint on campus is inclusive, including:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Building access (ramps, lifts, signage)<\/li>\n<li>Digital systems and interfaces<\/li>\n<li>Everyday services like parcel collection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Forward-thinking universities are now embedding <strong>inclusive design principles<\/strong> across both physical and digital infrastructure.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How Parcel Pending Supports Accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Parcel Pending smart lockers are designed with accessibility in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Touchscreens positioned at an accessible height<\/li>\n<li>Lower-level locker allocation for users with access needs<\/li>\n<li>Simple, intuitive user interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Sustainability and Net Zero Commitments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Sustainability is a strategic priority across UK higher education, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universitiesuk.ac.uk\/latest\/insights-and-analysis\/climate-crisis-what-progress-have?topic=8\"><strong>three-quarters of universities now committed to net zero targets<\/strong><\/a> and nearly all publishing carbon reduction strategies.<\/p>\n<p>As the sector works towards the UK\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eauc.org.uk\/about\/projects-and-programmes\/race-to-zero\/\"><strong>2050 net zero target<\/strong><\/a>, Facilities Management teams are central to delivering measurable progress on emissions, energy use, and campus operations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Facilities Management plays a critical role by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reducing energy consumption across buildings<\/li>\n<li>Managing transport and traffic on campus<\/li>\n<li>Improving waste and delivery processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One often overlooked area is <strong>campus logistics<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Reducing Delivery Emissions on Campus<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>With e-commerce continuing to grow, campuses are seeing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased parcel volumes<\/li>\n<li>Multiple courier visits daily<\/li>\n<li>Failed delivery attempts leading to repeat journeys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Smart parcel lockers help solve this by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enabling <strong>first-time delivery success<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Consolidating courier drop-offs into one location<\/li>\n<li>Reducing unnecessary vehicle movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Managing Hybrid Learning and Flexible Campus Usage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Hybrid learning is now firmly embedded in UK higher education. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universitiesuk.ac.uk\/what-we-do\/policy-and-research\/publications\/lessons-pandemic-making-most\">66% of students<\/a> actively want a mix of in-person and online teaching<\/strong>, and institutions have evolved their delivery models accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>What began as a pandemic response has become a permanent shift, with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.policyconnect.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/digitally_enhanced_blended_learning_-_final_report_-_screenreader_friendly.pdf\">blended learning<\/a> now viewed as the standard approach across the sector<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div>Student attendance varies daily, making it harder for Facilities Management teams to:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Predict occupancy levels<\/li>\n<li>Optimise building usage<\/li>\n<li>Allocate resources efficiently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Smart technologies are helping to bridge this gap, providing <strong>real-time data insights<\/strong> into campus usage.<\/p>\n<p>Parcel management is also impacted. Students may not always be on-site when deliveries arrive.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Why 24\/7 Parcel Access Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Parcel Pending lockers allow students to collect deliveries:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>At any time (24\/7, if access allows)<\/li>\n<li>Without relying on staffed mailrooms<\/li>\n<li>On their own schedule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Building a Smart Campus with Data and Automation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The smart campus is no longer a future concept; advancements and availability in technology mean it\u2019s happening now.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>UK universities are increasingly investing in smart campus technologies, including <strong>IoT-enabled systems, data analytics platforms and automated infrastructure<\/strong>, as part of wider digital transformation strategies.<\/p>\n<p>These systems connect buildings, sensors and operational data to provide real-time insight into how campus spaces are used, enabling institutions to <strong>optimise energy, improve space utilisation and enhance the student experience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For Facilities Management teams, this shift is transformational. With access to live data and predictive analytics, they can move from <strong>reactive, issue-led maintenance to proactive, data-driven decision-making<\/strong>, identifying problems before they occur and automating routine processes across the estate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>Smart Parcel Management in Action<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Parcel Pending lockers provide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Real-time tracking and reporting<\/li>\n<li>Automated notifications to students<\/li>\n<li>Reduced workload for staff<\/li>\n<li>Increased operational efficiency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instead of managing growing parcel volumes manually, universities can <strong>automate the entire process<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why Parcel Pending by Quadient is Trusted by UK Universities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Parcel Pending by Quadient is a leading provider of <strong>smart parcel locker solutions for higher education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Our lockers help universities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improve student satisfaction<\/li>\n<li>Reduce operational strain<\/li>\n<li>Enhance security<\/li>\n<li>Support sustainability targets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With scalable, accessible, and data-driven solutions, Parcel Pending is helping institutions across the UK create smarter campuses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to modernise your campus infrastructure?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parcelpending.com\/en-gb\/request-quote\/\">Speak to our team<\/a> or request a free consultation to see how Parcel Pending smart lockers can support your university.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Facilities Management (FM) in UK higher education has evolved significantly in recent years. 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