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Global FM Market Sizing Study (2016)

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) joins its partners at Global FM in releasing a provocative new study that estimated the global […]

Cool Roofing: A Solution to National Energy and Environmental Challenges

Learn how reflective or “cool” roofing solutions can deliver high solar reflectance and thermal emittance values, reducing heat gain in interior spaces […]

Commentary: Facility Management Accreditation Commission Outcomes

As institutions evaluate the Facility Management Accreditation Commission (FMAC) program’s curricular outcomes and competencies, this commentary offers an assessment example using a […]

Sell Your Projects with CFO Jargon

Learn how to develop meaningful facility-related ratios to measure performance; justify your projects using finance terminology and CFO- speak; and explain how […]

Facilities Best Practices That Don't Break the Bank

Review best practices for organization management, including steps for creating a meaningful strategic plan, effective communication practices, a successful internship program and […]

Clearing All the Hurdles: RICS Modus - Casefile

Read about the radical transformation that has brought greater accountability and clarity to facility management at the Hong Kong Jockey Club; a […]

Don't Be Caught Off Guard: A Primer on Pre and Post-Disaster Planning

In any disaster, the three main concerns related to a facility’s performance are loss of life, physical damage and downtime following the […]

Learn How to Avoid the Most Common Violations

To protect your employees and avoid OSHA fines, you must understand the hazards that exist in your workplace. One simple OSHA truism […]

The Role of the Facility Manager in Attaining and Maintaining AAALAC Accreditation

Facility managers as a group rarely get involved in Vivarium (Research Animal Facility) operations outside of corrective or preventive maintenance. However, accreditation […]

Seeing the Light of Day: Cleaning in Washington County

In September of 2010, Washington County, MN adopted their 2030 Comprehensive Plan which described the policies and practices needed to prepare for […]