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Operations And Maintenance

A primary role of facility managers is to manage/oversee the operation of the facility. To do this, facility managers must have a working knowledge of building systems, structure, interiors and exteriors, and grounds so the facility and all of its required systems function efficiently, reliably, safely, securely and in a manner consistent with existing regulations and standards.

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Crossing the yellow line - How Integrated Facility Management optimizes production

‘Crossing the yellow line’ is the title of this new whitepaper which highlights the benefits of Integrated Facility Management (IFM) for the […]

8 Golden Rules for Effectively Managing Maintenance Operations

Every facility has its own unique culture, operational controls, and challenges. David Auton, Senior Director, Engineering & Maintenance, shares his latest white […]

When Ignorance Is Not Bliss

Deferred maintenance can lead to infrastructure failure. Here are four common causes of inadequate capital budgeting, and mitigation strategies to prevent them. […]

FM Best Practices for Heroic Work Order Management

Successful facilities managers (FMs) have to be expert multitaskers, often managing multiple work orders while tracking project timelines, completion dates, costs, downtimes, […]

The Facilities Manager's Guide to Smarter Vendor Management

Five steps your organization can take to create trusted vendor relationships more efficiently, manage top vendors and form long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships […]

How ESSER Funding Can Help Future-Proof Your School

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the U.S. government has provided Elementary & Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to support schools in […]

Adidas Rooftop Unit Replacement Case Study

Adidas implemented a successfully planned RTU replacement program to save energy and avoid costly emergency replacements. Case Study: Rooftop Unit Replacement adidas […]

Six Steps Hospital Facilities Can Take to Reduce the Risk of Spreading Infectious Disease

You can help ensure safe operations of your facility by monitoring and controlling six areas.

6 Steps to Optimize the Move Management Process In Your Space Management Software.

If a constant shuffling of desks in your workplace seems like it’s become the new norm, you’re not alone. Managing office moves […]

How HVAC and IAQ optimization supports healthy buildings now (part 1)

This blog post goes over the steps needed to enure occupant well-being.