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In today’s fast-paced world, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)/Computer Aided Facility Management (CaFM) automation has become integral to facility operations. However, not all CMMS/CaFM automation is created equal. Many facilities find themselves stuck in what we call a “superficial automation pitfall” that results in siloed and broken operation processes. This pitfall is caused when facilities […]
Equipment and inventory are key assets for any business, and they need to be managed at all times. The terms are often used interchangeably—but, they have distinct meanings. In a nutshell, equipment refers to those fixed assets used in the office, such as computers and chairs, while inventory encompasses those assets meant for resale. That […]
The Great Resignation and the high number of workers retiring over the last several years have led to labor shortages at many workplaces across the country. While some of those positions will be filled, it’s likely those replacements won’t have the same depth of knowledge as their predecessors. To help solve this problem, facilities managers […]
Can you differentiate between the responsibilities of a facility manager and a property manager? Both roles sound similar, but they are distinct roles with different key responsibilities. It’s critical to understand the scope of each role in the context of a manufacturing business to decide which role you should hire for and what to expect […]
Just imagine: Buildings crumble, processes are out of control, people aren’t safe, and equipment isn’t taken care of. It may seem like a sequel to The Day After Tomorrow, but this would be a harsh reality if facilities managers were to suddenly vanish. How chaotic would the world really be without facilities managers? This article […]
What is a predictive maintenance model, and how can converting to it help your organization’s bottom line? These questions were explored in a recent Facilities Management Advisor webinar entitled “Predictive Maintenance: Why You Should Consider It,” sponsored by TMA Systems. The session featured Joe McVay, Product Manager for TMA Systems, who has over 10 years […]
We here at Facilities Management Advisor have wrapped up a successful FM Compliance Week 2023! The week included webinars and digital resources regarding facility compliance to serve facilities managers who are tasked with operations and maintenance work. They are also responsible for keeping building occupants safe, healthy, and happy. To succeed, they must be in […]
Facility managers play an important role in ensuring indoor air quality (IAQ). The direct and indirect impacts of IAQ are well understood, particularly for those who suffer from lung or heart conditions. The U.K.’s National Health Service (NHS) has estimated that poor IAQ may cost the country up to £20 billion (~$24 billion) annually and […]
Facilities are under constant pressure to minimize production waste and lower operational costs. They employ different techniques and innovative strategies to identify and eliminate these wastes without lowering the quality of products and consistency of established production routines—one of the used strategies is lean manufacturing. Facilities grapple with several invisible wastes arising from obsolete technologies, […]
Preventive maintenance involves precautionary interventions and inspections conducted on equipment and facilities frequently to prevent failures, downtime, and workplace accidents. It includes activities like lubrication, visual inspection, cleaning, and calibration. Most facilities have established preventive maintenance schedules to guarantee the optimal performance of assets. Preserving a preventive strategy requires substantial budgets since facilities must conduct […]