‘Tis the season for “best-of” lists! As 2025 comes to a close, we at Facilities Management Advisor take a look back at some of our most-read (and -watched) content of the year. The top 10 list covers key industry trends ranging from office space and security to tech and workforce issues.
1. Preparing for Gen Z in Facilities Management
Many facilities management teams are aging, creating an urgent need to attract and retain Gen Z talent to sustain operations and drive future innovation. This generation brings fresh perspectives on digital tools and flexible workflows. Companies must adopt practical strategies beyond traditional hiring and retention methods to stay competitive. Read more here.
2. How AI Is Reshaping Facilities Management: Insights from Industry Leaders
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its rapid evolution, its impact on industries is undeniable—facilities management included. What once seemed like futuristic speculation is quickly becoming a reality, with AI-driven systems being adopted as decision-support tools across organizations. But how do business leaders feel about this transition and AI’s role in shaping the future of FM? Read more here.
3. FMA Shorts: What Should You Do During an Active Shooting?
The “FMA Shorts” series features clips from our complimentary webinars covering top topics in the industry. On this widely viewed episode, John Iannarelli, an expert also known as “FBI John,” explains the run-hide-fight safety strategy for active shooting events. Watch here.
4. Back to Basics: Electric Heater Safety in the Workplace
Another winter, another story of electric space heaters being recalled or starting fires. Newer electric heaters include a host of precautionary safety measures, but older models might be carried into your facility by a chilly colleague who is unaware of the risks. Read more here.
5. Faces of Facilities: Gretchen Martin on Thriving in Chaos
If you like monotony—clocking in and out every day doing the same tasks at work—then facilities management probably isn’t for you. But if you enjoy a good challenge, expect the unexpected, and thrive in chaos, Gretchen Martin urges you to join in on the excitement that an FM career can offer. In fact, “constant mayhem” is her favorite part about working in the industry. Read more here.
6. The Evolution of Workplace Experience: Balancing Tech, Flexibility, and Human Needs
As organizations navigate post-pandemic work arrangements, the conversation has evolved beyond simple location preferences to deeper questions about how workplace experiences shape productivity, collaboration, and talent retention. Modern workplace strategists are rethinking fundamental assumptions about space utilization, technology integration, and generational preferences. Read more here.
7. Infographic: 5 Things Facilities Managers Love About Their Jobs
Who doesn’t love holiday fun?! Whether you’re new to facilities management or a long-time industry vet, there’s a whole lot to appreciate about a rewarding career in FM. In honor of Valentine’s Day, this infographic highlighted 5 things facilities managers love about their jobs. Read more here.
8. Joe on the Go: Hotel Marcel, the Greenest Hotel in America
On this episode of “Joe on the Go,” editor Joe Bebon visits Hotel Marcel, the greenest hotel in America. Architect and developer Bruce Redman Becker provides a behind-the-scenes look and discusses how he turned an abandoned and historic office building into a facility of the future. Learn about project challenges, upsides, and how your facility can go green! Watch here.
9. Women’s Place IS in Facilities Management
22: The percentage of women in the global FM labor force. 45: The average age of women in FM. These two pieces of data are from IFMA’s “Women in Facility Management: A Global Salary and Compensation Supplementary Report,” published in 2023. Despite the report being a couple of years old, those two statistics tell a fascinating story about women’s place in facilities management. Read this “FM Perspective” op-ed here.
10. Under Construction: Top Facility Projects of October 2025
Our “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. The October edition covered “The Shining” hotel, a unique mall conversion, a cybersecurity school, and more. Read the full round-up here.
Honorable Mentions
- Super Bowl LIX: 10 Facility Facts About the Caesars Superdome
- Exploring Tech Solutions to Enhance Smart Building Security
- Is 3D Printing the Future of Facility Construction?
- How to Streamline Your Facility’s Cleaning Schedule Without Cutting Corners
- Building Codes and Compliance: Best Practices for Facilities Managers