Trends

“Trends” takes a detailed look at some of the significant product related news that will be shaping the selection process for facility managers in the future.



Lighting Trends: Reinventing Light

New economic and environmental realities are pushing lighting technology into the next generation.

ADA Trends: Accessibility For All

From plumbing to public computers, there are more ways than ever for facilities to provide accessibility.

Roofing Trends: Beyond The Call Of Duty

With new energy efficient strategies, it is time roofing contributed more than protection from the elements.

HVAC Trends: HVAC On Demand

A new ventilation strategy may help managers reduce the impact of HVAC on their facilities.

Trends: 2007 Year In Review

TFM takes a look back at the most influential trends of 2007

Wireless Trends: Worry Free Wireless

Can facility managers trust wireless networks when hackers strive to violate them?

Green Trends: The Color Of Energy

Before making purchases, facility managers need to define what the use of energy efficient technologies can do for their office building's carbon footprint.

Conference Room Trends: Face Time

The future has arrived with new high tech options for conference rooms and beyond.

Security Trends: Keeping Watch

New technologies open the door to the future of security: ubiquitous and powerful surveillance.

Fire Management Trends: The Necessary Spark

Facility managers can have a difficult time motivating occupants to evacuate buildings during a fire.

Outsourcing Trends: Help Wanted

More facility managers are turning to outsourcing and offshoring to increase time and cost efficiency.

Lighting Trends: Brighter Days Ahead

Lighting upgrades can help facility managers address occupant needs and reduce energy costs.

ADA Trends: The New Face Of The ADA

Facility managers must prepare to be in compliance with new guidelines before they become law.

Roofing Trends: Shelter From The Storm

Rethinking installation and maintenance practices can help safeguard roofs against increasingly severe weather.

Trends Recap: Looking Back On 2006

Contributor Jillian Ruffino reflects on the significant trends that developed over the past 12 months.

Wireless Trends: Generation Next

As wireless sensor networks evolve, the potential benefits for facility management operations are increasing.

Green Trends: A Time Of Bold Opportunity

With green issues coming to the forefront, it is time for facility managers to make changes in existing buildings and carefully plan new construction.

Conference Room Trends: Room To Grow

For an updated conference room, it is necessary to integrate new technologies with supporting furniture.

Security Trends: One Step Ahead

Working with information technologists to integrate physical and electronic security measures can help protect a facility.
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