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Saving Big Money Creating Value in a Tough Economy

Learn how to save money in a rough economy, create a constant culture of improvement, and generate a competitive bidding process that […]

Intern NightMARE

An intern program can be a daunting burden for an organization unaccustomed to coaching and training brilliant new personnel. It is equally […]

A Critical Review of Value Management and Whole-life Costing on Construction Projects

This paper captures the range of conflicting assumptions on the theory and practice of value management (VM) and life cycle cost (LCC). […]

Media Training for FMs: Applying What Works at Home and in the Office

The skill of effective communication is discussed at its most fundamental levels, building toward specific strategies for persuasive communication designed to motivate […]

Behind the Curtain: How FMs are Impacted by Technology in the New Converged Workplace

A look at how the convergence of data-heavy systems can affect your operational and technological infrastructure, including project navigation tips and keys […]

2013 International Comparison of User Satisfaction in Buildings

A systematic review of user satisfaction in the context of facility management and real estate management. The main research issues emphasize research […]

Healthy Options for Sustainable Facilities: Hand Dryers Versus Paper

After many years of air dryer systems without significant improvement of comfort and reduction of drying time, it was possible by a […]

In-sourcing High Performance Operations Engineering Tool Kits and Training

Learn how to in-source energy audits to bring the tools and training necessary for improved sustainability performance to building engineers driving institutionalized […]

Benchmarking 2.0: Healthcare Facility Management Report

Self-survey based results on operation of North American health care facilities, including information on facilities, utilities, maintenance, environmental services, waste, linen services, […]

Predicting Outcomes of Investments in Maintenance and Repair

A report pairing research findings with the recommended processes and practices necessary for converting the portfolio of federal facilities into one that […]