Special Reports

Bonus articles and features that cover industry events and issues.



mass notification

Expanding On Mass Notification

When it comes to mass notification, consider integration capabilities to provide for improved situational awareness and emergency response.
Acoustics

If A Tree Falls… Environmental Acoustics

From the innocuous to obnoxious, a multitude of sound sources surrounds many facilities.
site water management

Site Planning And Stormwater

Whether building a new facility or expanding, site water management should be an early consideration.
energy efficiency projects

Aiming For Zero Energy In Existing Buildings

Facility management is on the front line of an expanding vision for the built environment.
Facility Executive

Facility Executive Magazine Turns 30

Since the first issue was published in 1988 much has changed. Facility management has evolved with the times.
winter maintenance

Snow And Ice Management For Facility Grounds

Improved communication with service providers for this winter maintenance task can support best practices, including those related to sustainability.

Technology In Restroom Maintenance

Data driven upkeep for facility restrooms helps to reduce costs related to labor and supplies.
LAX

LAX Pilots Smart Restroom Technology

LAX has implemented Tooshlights, a smart restroom traffic management system that visually informs users which restroom stalls are occupied and which are available.
lighting retrofit

Bright Ideas In Lighting

A facility-wide lighting retrofit focused on updating a multi-family property with energy efficiency and occupant safety and comfort in mind.
pest birds

The More You Know About Bird Control…

When facility conditions are ripe for attracting pest birds, the end game is all about results.
building envelope preventive maintenance

Protecting Facilities Against The Elements

Shield the building envelope from damaging exterior forces with routine, preventive maintenance.
natural light

Natural Light In Workplace Design

Cultivating a healthy indoor environment can begin with sound daylighting strategies.
employee shuttles

Shuttle Service For Employees: The Payoffs

A look at various types of shuttles that can be offered to employees: inter-corporate campus, office to local conveniences, and public transport to office.
parking enforcement

Parking Enforcement Is Good Customer Service

Heightened interaction between parking management staff and those using the facilities can bring benefits.
Better Buildings Challenge

Energy Improvements Across The Board

With partners from public and private sectors, the U.S. DOE Better Buildings Challenge is a platform for innovation and collaboration.
long-term care

Cleaning In Long-Term Care Facilities

Consistent, effective processes help to ensure a healthy environment for occupants and employees alike.
construction projects

5D BIM For Capital Planning

For construction projects, integrating all relevant dimensions holds promise for improved outcomes.
breakroom

Taking A Break

In offices that feature a variety of space types, breakrooms still remain a central draw.
ADA compliance in commercial buildings

Accessibility In Facility Renovations

Here are several keys to achieving ADA compliance in commercial buildings.
data center trends

Four Data Center Trends To Watch In 2018

Significant developments, both internal and external, are impacting data center facilities.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.