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On this latest episode of FMA Shorts, Carolyn McGary, an educator and national director of FM Pipeline Team Inc., underscores the urgency to recruit and train new facilities managers. This clip was taken from a webinar titled, “Bridging the Gap: Next-Gen Workforce Development in Facilities Management.” The full session is available for FREE on-demand here.
As the workplace continues to evolve, the hybrid work model has proven it’s here to stay. In 2025, more companies are embracing flexible schedules, rotating in-office days and remote work options. While this model may provide benefits for both employers and employees, it presents new cleaning challenges for facilities management professionals. The Shift Towards Flexibility […]
As facilities managers tasked with balancing energy efficiency and security, you’ll find that artificial intelligence (AI) offers powerful tools to streamline operations, cut costs, and enhance resilience. Here are proven, practical strategies to harness AI for smarter energy management while bolstering facility security and control. 1. Predictive Maintenance for HVAC and Equipment One of the […]
Every day, facilities managers unknowingly lose customers and damage their brand reputation, all because of one overlooked factor: restroom maintenance. Businesses may not realize it, but this can easily translate into tangible losses. A recent Tork survey revealed that only 1 in 5 public restrooms currently meet cleanliness standards, and a staggering 52% of people […]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced it has noticed that many facilities are unknowingly violating hazardous waste disposal regulations. The Agency is encouraging businesses, schools, and other small facilities to double-check how they handle hazardous waste to avoid costly violations. “A common issue is shipping regulated amounts of hazardous waste without first obtaining the required EPA […]
In supply chain management, the term “outbound” typically refers to all activities that take place after manufacturing is complete. While some organizations label this phase as distribution or logistics, it fundamentally involves the movement of finished goods to customers. Traditionally, the two main priorities in managing the outbound supply chain are controlling costs and maintaining […]
For 16 years, Bradley Company’s Healthy Handwashing Survey has tracked how Americans’ public restroom expectations shape their behavior—offering a view of shifting hygiene trends and their business impact. The 2025 results confirm a powerful truth: Restrooms aren’t just functional spaces—they’re a mirror of a facility’s management, brand, and values. Whether they fall short or exceed […]
Aspirus Health, a healthcare provider serving areas of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, announced that its Aspirus Langlade Hospital in Antigo, Wis., recently introduced autonomous lawn mowers to support its sustainability efforts. These battery-operated, self-propelled mowers are managed through an application and operate on electricity rather than gas. Aspirus Langlade is the eighth location in the […]
In recognition of its sustainability achievements, the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has earned its second Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification, making it one of only two convention centers in the country to be certified Gold twice in a row. LEED is a globally recognized building rating system […]
Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important, but possibly overlooked, information facilities management professionals should know. One of the first steps in establishing a successful fall protection program is identifying all fall hazards that exist inside, outside, and on top of your facility. Each facility is different and will have their unique hazards, […]