Topics

The primary disciplines of facility management—building envelope & exteriors, construction & retrofits, energy, environment, facility management, interiors, safety, security, technology—along with other important topics are included in this section.



Key Challenges For Manufacturers In 2024

A new report explores what's is holding manufacturers back in 2024 and highlights the urgent need for digital solutions.
Healthcare and Senior Living Facilities

Redefining FM In Healthcare And Senior Living Facilities

Healthcare and senior living facilities are grappling with the impact of several macro-economic factors.
Access control

The Top 5 Technology Trends In Physical Access Control

The 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report from HID paints a picture of the access control industry and where its headed.
Parking Lot Maintenance

Parking Lot Maintenance: Best Practices For Water Damage Prevention

A water prevention plan for any parking lot should include a regular pavement maintenance schedule.
Workspaces

Workspaces: Ideas To Create A Productive Place To Work

This selection of four workspace solutions will help facility managers create comfortable, attractive, productive places for employees to work.

Pumping Up Value: How AI Can Optimize Facility Performance

AI is already being used across many industries, but can it do more to improve the management, maintenance and operations of facilities?
Skilled Trades

Supporting Skilled Trades With Technology

Explore the transformative power of digital tools and trainings for skilled trades.
summer energy demand

Demand Response: Strategies For Summer Energy Peaks

To maximize preparedness, savings and resilience, facility managers should evaluate their energy strategies and demand response in the summer.
extreme heat

New Rule Would Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Extreme Heat

Proposed rule would require employers to develop an injury and illness prevention plan to control heat hazards in workplaces affected by excessive heat.
mission-critical facilities

Preparing For Disaster: Designing The Last Building Standing

How mission-critical facilities are designed to be the most resilient buildings.
Partial Occupancy Challenges

Addressing Partial Occupancy Challenges

Access control solutions can help commercial facilities executives turn the tide on partial occupancy and meet sustainability targets.
leak detection

Detecting And Addressing Leaks 101: A Guide For FMs

Practical solutions for owners and managers on how to identify and address different leaks that can occur in facilities.
workplace injuries

Fatigue Remains Top Risk For Workplace Injuries

Workplace violence is considered least likely risk for workplace injuries, but concern significantly increased from 2020 to 2023, according to the National Safety Council.
abandoned buildings

Bringing Abandoned Buildings Back To Life

Adaptive reuse of abandoned buildings can bring new life to a community and its economy. However, these projects can present special challenges to facility managers.

[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 .
safety

OSHA Announces $12.7M In Employee Health, Safety Training Grants

The OSHA grants aim to advance job quality for the U.S. workforce by providing training for workers, supervisors and employers.
Equity In The Workplace

Nurturing Equity In The Workplace

Cultural humility and belonging in the workplace revolve around fostering transparency, self-awareness, and dismantling hierarchical structures.
space planning

Optimizing Space To Enhance Employee Productivity And Well-Being

Workplace management tech is the key to optimizing space in order to boost employee well-being and productivity. 

waste management

Q&A: What Does The Future Of Waste Management Look Like?

What does the future hold for waste management? Loi McLoughlin of UBQ Materials discusses modern strategies, sustainable practices and more.
Storm Shelter Doors

Storm Shelter Doors: Balancing The Code Requirements

Implementation and understanding of comprehensive severe weather solutions such as storm shelter doors, and adherence to codes and requirements is necessary to mitigate risks and protect lives in the face of severe weather.
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%.