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Is It Time to Ditch Fluorescent Light Bulbs for LEDs? Environmental Study Makes the Case

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff Mar 11, 2022 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Mar 11, 2022

Fluorescent tube light bulbs, once embraced as an energy-efficient option, use “far more” energy than today’s LEDs and are now a “needless toxic health risk,” according to a new report published jointly by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), the Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP), CLASP, and the Clean Lighting Coalition. Laws and rules restricting the use of toxic mercury […]

How to Prevent Common Fire Safety Violations in Your Facility

By Lee Mullins, Barge Design Solutions Oct 9, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 9, 2024

Local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.5 million fires in the United States in 2022 that cost approximately $18 billion in property damage, according to the most recent Fire Loss report from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). In addition to the human impact of fire damage, property damage and the required reconstruction are […]

How a Visitor Management System Can Solve Facility Problems

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Jan 16, 2024 Access Control

Updated: Jan 16, 2024

Visitor management is an important part of making a great first impression on your visitors, as well as protecting their privacy and increasing safety. Facilities managers should therefore work with security leaders to implement a modern visitor management solution (VMS) that would adequately greet, process, and monitor those entering your facility. How Should It Be […]

ESG Excellence: Navigating Facilities Management Towards a Sustainable Future

By Carolyn Voelkening, Appspace Feb 27, 2024 Green Building

Updated: Feb 27, 2024

A recent Capgemini Research Institute report found more than half of business leaders globally plan to increase investments in sustainability this year, up from only a third who reported plans to do so in 2023. The study, “Embracing a Brighter Future: Investment Priorities for 2024,” surveyed 2,000 business leaders from companies with more than $1 […]

Faces of Facilities: Katie Norton on the Benefits and Challenges of Municipal FM

By Joe Bebon, Editor May 6, 2025 Faces of Facilities

Updated: Jun 12, 2025

Every sector, whether public or private, has facilities that need professional oversight. However, Katie Norton suggests municipal facilities management presents some unique benefits and challenges worth noting. Norton works for the City of Battle Creek, a municipal government in southwest Michigan with approximately 51,000 residents. After serving the city for more than 13 years, including […]

The Evolution of Zero Trust in the Age of IoT

By Will Knehr, i-PRO Americas Nov 7, 2023 Access Control

Updated: Nov 7, 2023

In today’s rapidly expanding digital ecosystem, the explosion of Internet of Things (IoT) devices has broadened network vulnerabilities. Recent statistics reveal that almost one in every five organizations has encountered cyberattacks targeting their IoT devices over the past three years. Regrettably, a majority of these compact computing devices were designed prioritizing convenience over security. While […]

Top Trends in Healthy Buildings: A Guide for Facilities Managers

By Joe Bebon, Editor Aug 14, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Aug 16, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of facilities management, there is a bigger emphasis on promoting the health and well-being of building occupants. Healthy buildings go beyond energy efficiency and sustainability; they prioritize factors that directly impact the health, productivity, and comfort of those inside. From optimizing air quality to meeting industry standards, facilities managers should consider […]

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The Essential Role of Day and Night Janitorial Services

By Scott Sutherland, Servi-Tek Facility Solutions Oct 13, 2023 Human Resources

Updated: Oct 13, 2023

In the bustling world of business, where the tempo never slows and operations persist around the clock, the importance of maintaining a clean and organized workspace cannot be overstated. Enter day and night janitorial services—the unsung heroes working diligently behind the scenes to ensure that the wheels of commerce continue to turn smoothly. In this […]

Implementing Smart Building Tech to Automate and Streamline Workflows

By Fred Whipp, mpro5 Sep 12, 2024 Building Controls

Updated: Sep 12, 2024

According to a study conducted by Memoori, the commercial building sector represents 11.8% of the total installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide. The research forecasts that the number of these devices in commercial buildings is expected to grow to 3.25 billion devices by 2028. Integrating technology such as artificial intelligence (AI), IoT, […]

Faces of Facilities: Stan Robinson from Roanoke City Public Schools

By Joe Bebon, Editor Dec 14, 2021 Faces of Facilities

Updated: Jun 18, 2025

Welcome to the inaugural installment of “Faces of Facilities,” a new Q&A series profiling facilities management experts. Stan Robinson, director of facilities at Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS), joins us as our first interview guest. In his role at the K-12 school district in Roanoke, Va., Stan manages 36 facilities and dozens of team members. […]