Tag: facilities management

The Evolution of Workplace Experience: Balancing Tech, Flexibility, and Human Needs

By Caitlin Kamm, Envoy Jun 18, 2025 Access Control

Updated: Jun 18, 2025

As organizations navigate post-pandemic work arrangements, the conversation has evolved beyond simple location preferences to deeper questions about how workplace experiences shape productivity, collaboration, and talent retention. Modern workplace strategists are rethinking fundamental assumptions about space utilization, technology integration, and generational preferences. As a result, the modern workplace is undergoing a profound transformation, and facilities […]

Back to Basics: Protecting Workers from Heat Stress and Illness

By G Hatfield Jun 17, 2025 Back to Basics

Updated: Jun 17, 2025

Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important but possibly overlooked information facilities management professionals should know. With temperatures set to rise this summer, employers and managers must protect their workers from the dangers of heat stress and illness. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), thousands of workers get sick or even die […]

Innovations in Campus Access Control: The Mobile-First Approach

By Jeff Koziol, Allegion Jun 16, 2025 Access Control

Updated: Jun 18, 2025

Until recently, physical keys and plastic ID cards were the backbone of campus access control and services, often tied to disjointed systems. Today, students expect seamless integration of campus services, including building access, dining, vending, laundry, copy and print, transportation, and more—all accessible on their phones. Much like concert tickets, debit and credit cards, airline […]

Adidas and OSHA Reach Settlement Over Warehouse Hazards

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jun 13, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Jun 13, 2025

Athletic apparel and shoemaker Adidas America Inc. and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have reached a settlement agreement that requires the company to pay $235,000 in fines and implement enhanced safety measures at multiple facilities. The agreement comes after OSHA conducted a 2024 follow-up inspection at an Adidas warehouse in upstate New York. […]

Can Replacing Battery-Powered IoT with RF Technology Help Boost ESG Goals?

By Dr. Charles Greene, Powercast Corp. Jun 13, 2025 Access Control

Updated: Jun 19, 2025

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. As the U.S. smart building market reached $24.66 billion in 2024, the demand for Internet of Things (IoT)-driven automation continues to rise. From environmental sensors to access control systems, smart buildings rely heavily on […]

Office Aesthetics Matter—and That Includes Kitchen and Breakroom Cabinetry

By Bob DeGraff, N-Hance Jun 12, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Jun 12, 2025

Office amenities take on wear and tear throughout the day, and over time, they can experience significant aesthetic breakdowns. This is true of workspaces, but it’s equally true of kitchens and breakrooms—areas that tend to see a lot of foot traffic from employees as they brew coffee, prepare their lunches, or simply seek a quick […]

Why Preventive Maintenance Training Is Essential for Facilities Managers

By Ali Hickerson, Contributing Writer Jun 11, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: Jun 11, 2025

Facilities managers are often putting out proverbial fires, leaving less time for those “important but not urgent tasks”—like upskilling and refreshing technical knowledge. But these “non-urgent,” small tasks, like preventive maintenance, can balloon into much bigger problems over time. According to Siemens’ “True Cost of Downtime 2024” report, the world’s top 500 companies lost 11% […]

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 […]

Faces of Facilities: Marcus LaPointe on the Value of Skilled Trades

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jun 9, 2025 Faces of Facilities

Updated: Jun 12, 2025

From combat engineer to custodial manager, Marcus LaPointe has worn many proverbial hats throughout his career. However, he encourages aspiring facility professionals to get their start in the trades—”any trade.” It’s timely advice, given that reports show a grave need for all types of skilled trade workers. As for LaPointe, he now works as an […]

Integrating HVAC UV-C Disinfection Monitoring with Building Automation

By Annette Uda, Aerapy UV Disinfection Technology Jun 6, 2025 Heating and Cooling

Updated: Jun 6, 2025

Indoor air quality (IAQ) has become a central focus for commercial tenants, facilities managers, building owners, leasing agents, and property owners. One technology option for airstream and HVAC surface disinfection in this regard is ultraviolet energy in the C-band or germicidal wavelength (UV‑C). When incorporated into HVAC air handlers, UV‑C systems help inactivate airborne pathogens, […]