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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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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 […]

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, […]

When Severe Weather Hits, Facilities Teams Can’t Wait for Information

Severe weather events highlight the critical role facilities teams play in maintaining safe and operational environments under rapidly changing conditions. The article […]

Stadiums Run On More Than Steel & Systems

This article examines the operational realities of stadium facilities management, where long periods of inactivity are followed by intense, high-demand events. It […]

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 […]

Research Report: How Improving Contractor Compliance Enhances Facility Operations

How are facilities management teams handling contractor compliance for their facilities? In this research report, 150 facilities managers across various industries were […]

Top 4 Benefits of A Visitor Management System

Modern facilities are turning to digital visitor management systems to strengthen security, streamline check‑ins and create a more welcoming, efficient arrival experience. […]

Balancing Security & Operations in Building Control Systems

Although modernized building systems are the backbone of smart facilities, they pose challenges for FMs. Stringent security measures could interfere with comfort […]