Author: Zac Amos, Contributing Writer

5 Strategies to Improve Hospital Security on a Budget

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer May 26, 2026 Access Control

Updated: May 26, 2026

Hospitals face unique physical security challenges stemming from their complex layouts and round-the-clock operations. Unlike traditional office buildings, healthcare facilities must balance stringent access control with the need for rapid emergency response. Facilities managers can protect staff, patients, and assets through strategic, budget-conscious security measures that address the sector’s distinct vulnerabilities without compromising operational efficiency. […]

Expert Q&A: Where Are Facilities Falling Short on Carpet Care?

By Joe Bebon, Editor May 22, 2026 Flooring

Updated: May 22, 2026

Carpet covers a lot of ground in commercial facilities, but it doesn’t always get the same level of attention as hard surfaces. While floors can be quickly mopped and look fine, carpets need more specialized care—especially in high-traffic areas where dirt and wear build up fast. Too often, maintenance becomes reactive, with issues addressed only […]

Designing Warehouses Around the Human Element

By  Kevin Ledversis, Newcastle Systems May 21, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: May 21, 2026

Warehousing is evolving faster than ever. Rising e-commerce demand, tightening labor markets, and increasing pressure to move higher product volumes in less time have pushed facilities to accelerate technology adoption. By 2027, an estimated 26% of warehouses are expected to be partly automated, yet in the race toward efficiency, many operators risk missing a critical […]

Storm vs. Roof: What Facilities Managers Need to Know

By Tanner Duer, FiberTite May 20, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: May 20, 2026

Hurricanes, tornados, and severe thunderstorms are just a few examples of extreme weather events that can cause structural damage and significantly disrupt operational continuity. Downtime, lost production, critical infrastructure damage, and threats to human safety are all serious possible outcomes. Mitigating these risks can be done in several ways, but one of the most important […]

Back to Basics: The Role of HVAC Coils in Improving Indoor Air Quality and Humidity Control

By Megan Bryant, Precision Coils May 19, 2026 Back to Basics

Updated: May 19, 2026

Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important, but possibly overlooked, information facilities management professionals should know. One of the key benefits of an HVAC system is that it can manage cooling, heating, and ventilation in an integrated system with minimal day-to-day input from facilities managers. It keeps a space cool, warm, and ventilated in […]

New Report Links Connected Strategies to Lower Workplace Fatalities

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff May 19, 2026 Safety

Updated: May 19, 2026

A new report from Avetta offers insights into how organizations are improving safety outcomes across increasingly complex global operations. Chiefly, it shows that while foundational supply chain risk management capabilities and improved visibility both contribute to fewer serious health and safety incidents, the most significant improvements—up to 97% lower workplace fatality rates—occur when these capabilities […]

Securing the Beautiful Game: How to Mitigate Stadium Risks Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Nathan Dula, Garrett Metal Detectors May 18, 2026 Access Control

Updated: May 18, 2026

Spanning three countries and 16 host cities, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is rife with unprecedented circumstances and inherent logistical challenges that will arguably make it the most complex and vulnerable security climate of any public sporting event ever. At the heart of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the stadiums where the matches will […]

AI‑Powered HVAC: The First Step Toward Future‑Ready Buildings

By Sadiq Sayed, Schneider Electric May 15, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: May 15, 2026

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.  HVAC is fundamental to keeping commercial spaces safe, comfortable, and productive. Yet with soaring energy bills, increasingly erratic weather patterns, and much tougher building performance benchmarks, facilities managers must balance strict temperature and air-quality […]

The Safety Blind Spot: Where Workplace Protection Plans Are Failing in Critical Moments

By Kenny Kelley, Silent Beacon May 14, 2026 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: May 14, 2026

Workplace safety programs have never been more sophisticated, yet when something actually goes wrong, many still fall short. Organizations have invested heavily in prevention, from training protocols to compliance systems. But when an incident actually happens, many are still unprepared for the most critical moment: the response. There’s a growing disconnect between the protections employers […]

5 Ways Manual Data Mapping Is Holding Facilities Teams Back

By Richard Reyes, ConnexFM & OSCRE May 13, 2026 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: May 13, 2026

The built environment is entering a machine-first era: According to a recent report by Johnson Controls, 67% of facilities managers are already using AI to improve the operation, utilization, and maintenance of their buildings, while 61% say they plan to implement or expand the use of AI in 2026. With this widespread adoption of AI […]