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Sustainability How-To Guide: No-Cost/Low-Cost Energy Savings Guide

The guide reveals the top four energy consumption pitfalls (equipment scheduling, sensor error, simultaneous heating and cooling and outside air usage) and […]

Dispelling the Myths of a Telecommuting and Flexible Workplace Program

Tips for integrating telework and flex-work programs in the corporate sector through proper introduction and support of alternative workplace strategies (AWS). A […]

When Did Facility Managers Become Food Service Managers

A look at food service outsourcing and the additional responsibility it adds to facility management work. A helpful offering of best practices, […]

Lean Health Care Outcomes Delivering Results

Learn how a health care facility used the Lean process management philosophy to transition its service model and facility from a family […]

Sustainable FM Getting Started

The basics of sustainable facility management, including an outline of essential strategies and tools paired with case studies illustrating successful sustainability in […]

Graffiti and FM

The article provides examples of typical graffiti, tools used by vandals, the effects of this on business profitability, as well as detailing […]

Facility Management Leadership for the 21st Century

A brief overview of the evolving FM world, addressing FM leadership practices and development, and predicted challenges of the FM professional. st […]

On the Job: Human Factors in Interior Workplace Product Design

An overview of the factors affecting occupant morale, productivity and sense of design agency, including a survey assessing groups in relation to […]

Personality Poker: How to Lead With Your Strong Suit

A leadership and strategy model for assessing your professional relationships in order to define your relational strengths and identify opportunities for genuine […]

Renovate Smarter! How to Get the Most Out of Upgrading Your Existing Space and Stay Sane Doing It

Navigate the complicated process of renovating an existing installation with this project management guide addressing methods for needs analysis, phasing strategy, budgeting, […]