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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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Maximizing Asset Value: The Significance of Current Replacement Value (CRV) in FCA Development

Across the facility management industry, many building owners will identify the type of asset and apply a dollar amount per square foot […]

Defining Facility Condition Assessment Level Of Detail

When it comes to facilities optimization, information is crucial to making defensible decisions. Facility condition assessments (FCAs) collect and create data to […]

Pump Sizing in a Distributed Pumping System

This paper will provide insight on how to properly size pumps in a distributed network, as well as addressing some of the […]

Data-driven Insights: Improving Indoor Environment Quality and Sustainability with Room Sensor Technology

Digitalization is driving every aspect of the building industry, including the adoption of room sensing technology. But there are differences in room […]

Guide for Placing Probes to Measure Airflow and Psychrometric Data in Ducts and Plenums

Ready to master the art of airflow measurement? Let this guide you to discover the ins and outs of placing airflow measurement […]

Using CO2 Sensors for Indoor Air Quality and Energy Savings

Carbon dioxide has been utilized as a metric for indoor air quality and as an energy-saving strategy through demand control ventilation (DCV). […]

Building a Solid Foundation: Navigating the World of Construction Cost Estimating with a Comprehensive Database

Learn how cost datasets are the basis for building construction cost estimates, deferred maintenance deficiency costs, and Unit Price Books (UPBs) published […]

EP033: Empowering the World to Breathe Better

We are back with another installment of the series by the IFMA Foundation, "Rework The Sustainable Development Chronicles" In this installment, host […]

Innovative Solutions to Water Damage Challenges

Water damage brings a variety of challenges that FMs must deal with – from property and asset damage to mold growth and […]

Winter Preparation Guide for Facility Managers

A comprehensive guide for facility managers to effectively prepare for the winter season, with a focus on emergency planning, weather monitoring, and […]