Tag: AI

2025 Video Surveillance Trends: Bolstering Facility Security with AI and Innovation

By Hans Kahler, Eagle Eye Networks Jun 10, 2025 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Jun 10, 2025

Facilities today face increasing challenges, from managing security across sprawling campuses to ensuring operational efficiency in the face of rising costs and evolving threats. Meeting these demands requires smarter, more adaptable tools, and video surveillance has emerged as a critical solution. Driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud technology, and innovative hardware, surveillance systems […]

How AI Is Reshaping Facilities Management: Insights from Industry Leaders

By Jack Rubinger, ARC Facilities May 21, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: May 21, 2025

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its rapid evolution, its impact on industries is undeniable—facilities management (FM) 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 […]

Report: Despite Rising Challenges, Job Satisfaction Remains High Among Facilities Managers

By Joe Bebon, Editor May 2, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: May 2, 2025

Facilities management (FM) professionals are encountering greater workloads, more responsibilities, and numerous budgetary challenges, yet job satisfaction within the industry remains steadfastly high. That’s according to the new “Voice of the Facility Manager” report from proptech firm MRI Software. Key findings of the report include: “FMs are facing a lot of stress, but they are rising […]

The Business Case for Resilient Buildings in 2025

By Michael Lorenz, Armstrong World Industries Apr 16, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Apr 16, 2025

On the surface, 2025 has not shaped up to be an easy year for facilities managers. Economic uncertainty continues, and skilled labor shortages and budgetary restrictions are making it difficult to improve building performance. These challenges are especially prominent in older buildings with outdated systems and aging infrastructure. At the same time, external forces beyond […]

Facilities Management Software: Responding to Political Dynamics

By Dr. Imed Bouchrika Apr 8, 2025 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Apr 8, 2025

Facilities management is critical to organizational efficiency, impacting industries ranging from healthcare and education to corporate offices and government institutions. As political landscapes shift, facilities management software must adapt to evolving regulatory requirements, economic policies, and security mandates. Governments worldwide influence compliance frameworks, sustainability goals, and labor laws, necessitating a flexible and responsive approach to […]

Top Trends and Challenges for the Commercial Cleaning Industry in 2025

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 8, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: Apr 8, 2025

Following the mass work-from-home movement triggered by COVID-19, office spaces are filling up again. In fact, a recent report found that 73% of companies with return-to-office (RTO) policies are expected to require three or more days in the office by the end of 2025. In light of this, the commercial cleaning industry is on track for […]

Smarter, Greener Systems Among HVAC Industry Trends

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 2, 2025 Building Controls

Updated: Apr 2, 2025

The global HVAC industry is undergoing a transformational shift, driven by the convergence of the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability initiatives. These trends are redefining how HVAC systems are designed, managed, and secured across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Frost & Sullivan’s latest analysis of the HVAC sector highlights […]

Smart Buildings: Can Wireless Mesh Networks Cut Costs, Complexity for Facilities Managers?

By Fabio Zaniboni, BubblyNet Mar 27, 2025 Building Controls

Updated: Mar 27, 2025

As smart buildings and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions continue to evolve, the need for a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective backbone becomes more critical. Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) may provide an ideal solution, offering resilient communication, real-time data processing, and low operational costs. This technology supports the continuous integration of new sensors, automation tools, and […]

IFMA Co-founds Building Lifecycle Management Initiative

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 27, 2025 Building Controls

Updated: Mar 27, 2025

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has teamed up with software company Autodesk to launch the Building Lifecycle Management Initiative (BLMI). With a global focus spanning North America, EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and LATAM, the new initiative is a technology-agnostic, standards-aligned endeavor that aspires to unify commercial real estate stakeholders—from owners and facilities managers (FMs) to architecture, […]

How Data Center FMs Can Create More Profitable and Sustainable Operations 

By Ali Hickerson, Contributing Writer Mar 24, 2025 Data Centers

Updated: Mar 25, 2025

The data center industry is expected to reach $517 billion by 2030, fueling AI, the Internet of Things, Big Data, and everyday business transactions. As the industry expands, facilities managers will be among the most needed roles. These opportunities abound, but so do the complex infrastructure challenges that keep data center facilities running. To stay […]