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The Future of Sustainable Building Restoration with Deep Energy Retrofits

This article reviews the drivers behind energy performance regulations, how the building sector plays into reaching key milestones, and tactics to streamline […]

Practical Considerations for Whole-Building Air-Leakage Testing

How does one go about testing a large building? Or an occupied building? There are three main components that need to be […]

Through the Lens of Time: A Longitudinal Review of Energy Efficiency

The goals of this study were to (a) conduct a systematic literature review of studies documenting the impact of a roofing membrane’s […]

Climate Benefits and Building Energy Efficiency Gains From Improved Roofing Insulation in Cold Climates

This article presents the results of a collaboration among Firestone Building Products (Firestone), Dow Inc., and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to […]

The Advantages of Outsourcing Storeroom Management in Facilities Maintenance

When uptime and productivity are crucial, outsourcing storeroom management offers a sustainable solution that supports long-term success.

Best Practices & Key Considerations for Fire Detection & Suppression in Electric Vehicle Charging Areas

Explore best practices and key considerations for implementing fire detection and suppression systems in electric vehicle charging areas

Leveraging your Public Address System for Mass Notification

Whether you are in an existing facility or planning a new one, integrating your fire alarm and public address systems is feasible. […]

What is a Master Systems Integrator (MSI) and why do you Need One?

Having an MSI on board from the planning stages of a project allows for overall infrastructure integration per the owner’s needs & […]

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, […]

Data Unlocked: Transforming FM through data literacy

This three-part series appearing in IFMA’s FMJ Magazine discusses the fundamental concepts of data literacy, validation and guidance in facility management. Here […]