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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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Leading Through Uncertainty: The Power of Organizational Resilience

"Leading Through Uncertainty: The Power of Organizational Resilience" explores how businesses can navigate a volatile world by building resilience across three dimensions—proactive, […]

How to Overcome Staffing Challenges in Disaster-Affected Areas

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes, can unleash havoc on communities, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. While […]

Arenas combating aging, quakes & hurricanes use SHM & maintenance plans for peace of mind

Structural Health Monitoring of stadiums and arenas, especially when thousands of people are gathered, can be considered crucial for several reasons including […]

Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared Building Resilience Webinar

In an increasingly unpredictable world, the importance of resilience in facilities cannot be overstated. Speakers Maureen Roskoski (FEA), Melanie Danuser (Building Potential) […]

What is a Dry Standard and Why Does it Matter?

Using the ‘dry standard’ in water damage response ensures that drying is comprehensive and prevents mold and further structural damage. This guide […]

Four Essential Questions to Guide Water Damage Response

When water damage occurs, there are four questions that sum up the information that must be gathered during the drying process to […]

Start Now: A Guide to Building or Enhancing Your Emergency Management Program - Part 2: Insurance

In part two of our series, "Start Now: A Guide to Building or Enhancing Your Emergency Management Program," Scott Ployer, President and […]

Start Now: A Guide to Building or Enhancing Your Emergency Management Program - Part 3: Training

Scott Ployer, President & CEO of the National Property Management Strategies Group, concludes our "Start Now" series with the third and final […]

Comprehensive Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for Facilities Teams

A comprehensive checklist to help you prepare your facilities for hurricane season. Comprehensive Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for Facilities Teams Pre-Season Preparation (December […]

The Importance of CPR: Why Quick Action Saves Lives

This document explores the critical role CPR plays in increasing survival rates during cardiac emergencies. It provides detailed insights into the benefits […]