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As facilities managers and associates head into a new year, many are working to set goals that will cut costs, boost sustainability, and more. And learning how to meet those goals while maintaining a safe, hygienic workplace where building occupants can thrive might just be priority No. 1. One of the most efficient ways to […]
As 2022 comes to a close, we at Facilities Management Advisor would like to take a look back and highlight some of the most popular and important articles you’ve read over the past year. The Top 10 list covers the biggest FM topics of 2022 and offers insights into where the industry might be headed […]
The weather outside might be frightful, but your heating bill doesn’t have to be. This holiday season, colder temperatures will impact much of the United States, turning it into a winter wonderland. But Frosty the Snowman standing next to your building doesn’t need or want your warm air. Some solutions are more costly than others, […]
While most are getting ready for the holidays, this month marked a time of several attacks on the U.S. electric grid, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) is hoping a recent webinar will help educate utilities on how to better protect their infrastructure in light of these incidents. Responding to Recent Incidents At the beginning of the […]
Whether you’re a facilities manager planning new construction, performing a renovation project, or simply ensuring your facility is following the law, it is important to make sure that your drinking fountains are compliant with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The experts at Haws Corp. recently covered the ins and outs of compliance during […]
We at Facilities Management Advisor launched our “Faces of Facilities” profile series in December 2021, offering readers a chance to hear directly from industry insiders. As we enter 2023 and celebrate the series’ first anniversary, let’s take a look back at some of the best advice, insights, and predictions provided over the past year. Dave Irvin from […]
Signs are an important part of any workplace. They communicate critical information to workers and help keep everyone safe. But not all signs are created equal. If you want to make sure your workplace is as safe as possible, you need to use effective signage. There are a few key things to keep in mind […]
The use of internet and digital tools has become a ubiquitous part of business activities across all industries. From emails to cloud-based SaaS tools, digital technology drives the modern business environment. Even the manufacturing sector relies on IIoT technology and digital tools like manufacturing execution systems (MES) to run everyday operations. All modern facilities have […]
I work at a small college as their first-ever Director of Campus Safety and Security. Prior to my arrival, the college employed security for eight hours an evening, and the security supervisor was also the dorm supervisor/men’s soccer coach. When I came on board, I felt our new department should have a mission statement, because […]
Welcome to the inaugural installment of Facilities Management Advisor‘s “Under Construction,” a new series that will highlight some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. From major renovations to completely new builds, the series will cover construction projects at schools, factories, hospitals, stadiums, and more. $9.5B JFK New Terminal One Project The […]