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Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. Whenever transformative technology emerges into an industry, there’s a natural worry that it could replace job roles or functions. When we look at physical security, there are interesting ways that new artificial intelligence (AI) […]
Facilities managers have faced various challenges throughout 2024, including sustainability, labor shortages, and innovations in technology, all while ensuring building compliance standards. As sustainability efforts and technology innovations grew this year and labor shortages continued, facilities managers needed to ensure that they had the right tools to monitor and optimize their resources and chart the […]
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released its 2025 Security Megatrends report, which identifies the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry. SIA’s 2025 Security Megatrends were selected based on fall 2024 survey data and focus group input received from hundreds of top security industry business leaders, association […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has very quickly become familiar to everyone involved in facilities management. Through prescriptive data insights, combining advanced analytics and AI-driven recommendations, there are a wealth of benefits that AI brings for the industry. After all, McKinsey research estimates that generative AI could soon make up $4.4 trillion of value annually. The rise […]
With winter and cold weather rapidly approaching, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is re-emphasizing to chemical facilities the importance of being prepared for extreme cold to avoid serious chemical accidents. Data on chemical releases shows that there is a notable increase of incidents at chemical facilities during the cold weather months. In […]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that 70 applicants across 27 states, three Tribal Nations, and one territory have been tentatively selected to receive over $735 million to assist in the purchase of over 2,400 zero-emission vehicles through its first-ever Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program. The majority of the funding will go toward adopting […]
L’Oréal USA, the U.S. subsidiary of global beauty and cosmetics giant L’Oréal Groupe, announced its corporate office in El Segundo, Calif., has been awarded two LEED Platinum certifications and a WELL Platinum certification. This achievement marks the first time a L’Oréal building has received three platinum certifications (the highest level available) in sustainability and occupant […]
Planning a major facility renovation or new build in 2025? The state of the construction industry could have an impact on your project. JLL’s new 2025 U.S. Construction Outlook details the opportunities, challenges, and key focus areas for the U.S. construction industry in the coming year, accounting for a rapidly shifting political and economic landscape in […]
The holiday season is in full swing. For many, that means extended periods of time off to spend with family, especially as we approach the end of the year. From college and school campuses, to warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and beyond, facilities may be left unattended for extended periods of time—and for criminals that spells opportunity. […]
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released its third annual Industry Trends Survey, which reveals skilled worker sentiments around the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite. The survey provides a look at what the skilled trades industry can expect in each of these areas in 2025. The findings are based […]