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The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the organization behind the WELL healthy building certification standard, has released the second edition of its “Investing in Health Pays Back” report. According to the group, the new report offers a singular resource that brings together the largest collection of research to date that links investments in health and well-being in […]
While most facilities managers view access control as a security necessity, forward-thinking managers are discovering it’s a powerful operational asset. Today’s smart access control platforms deliver measurable return on investment (ROI) beyond security, from reducing administrative overhead and automating compliance reporting to optimizing space utilization. Let’s look at three broad capabilities that facilities managers can […]
Indiana officials have approved nearly $27.1 million in grants to support security initiatives at 494 schools across the state. The funding comes from the Secured School Safety Grant (SSSG) program. Established in 2013 and administered by the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, the program issues matching grants to public and private schools, charter schools, and school coalitions. […]
Between unpredictable weather pattern changes, record heat waves, devastating storms, and raging wildfires, utilities remain under massive strain to keep up with unpredictable usage demands. Additional factors like regulations, tariffs, and grid constraints further impact energy budgets. As unforeseen costs and usage spikes remain rampant, especially for companies with multi-site portfolios, current energy budgets simply […]
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 […]
Office properties in vibrant mixed-use districts are dramatically outperforming the rest of the U.S. office market, thanks to post-pandemic demographic shifts and growing preferences for “live-work-play” environments, according to JLL’s Lifestyle Office Markets research report. The report identifies “lifestyle office markets” as mixed-use regions that combine urban amenities with suburban accessibility, featuring moderate density, convenient […]
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 […]