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Risk Management

The responsibility for emergency preparedness, facility resilience and business continuity is central to the role of facility managers, who have the primary concern for the health and safety of the built environment and who serve as stewards of the built environment.

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Commercial Mold Risk After Deferred Maintenance: What FMs Should Track Before It Becomes a Capital Problem

Moisture problems often become capital problems only after they have already become documentation problems. This article gives facility managers a practical framework […]

Wildfires Have Renewed Focus on IAQ & Building Operation Strategies

Wildfire smoke can affect indoor air quality far beyond active fire zones. This article explores practical HVAC strategies including ventilation, filtration, airflow […]

Why PII Protection Has to Come First in Facility AI (And How to Build It In)

Discover how architectural PII protection is crucial for AI in facility management, ensuring data privacy while maximizing operational insights.

Emergency Risk Assessment Template

Emergency preparedness can build resilience in daily operations, but where do you start? By evaluating how each hazard could impact your site […]

Risks of Arc Flash Incidents

This content highlights the serious operational and financial risks associated with arc flash incidents in facility environments, emphasizing their impact on safety, […]

3 Early Warning Signs of Equipment Failure Most Facilities Miss

This article highlights three commonly overlooked early indicators of equipment failure, including temperature variations, vibration irregularities, and minor moisture presence. It explains […]

Why Modern Facilities Need a Visitor Management System Now

Why do modern facilities increasingly rely on digital visitor management systems to replace manual check‑in processes that are slow, inconsistent, and vulnerable […]

The State of Facilities Risk Perspectives from Industry Leaders

A survey of facilities professionals highlights persistent gaps in documentation quality and accessibility during building turnover, despite increased early involvement in design […]

Risk Doesn't Start with the Emergency. It Starts with Missing Information

This webinar examines how limited access to building information can increase operational risk and delay response during facility incidents. Through real-world examples, […]

The Real Pressures Facility Leaders Are Facing In 2026

This blog explores the growing pressures facility leaders face in 2026 as institutional knowledge disappears, documentation becomes fragmented, and access to critical […]