Tag: facilities management

A Guide for Spring Cleaning Your Facility’s Exterior

Winter may have come and gone, but it often leaves behind a mess. Harsh weather, debris buildup, and grime take a toll on your facility’s exterior, affecting its appearance, safety, and longevity. Spring is the perfect time to reset and restore. A thorough cleaning ensures a polished look, protects your investment, and creates a positive […]

Back to Basics: Asbestos Risks and Remediation for Facilities

Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important but possibly overlooked information facilities management professionals should know. Asbestos went from being a “magic material” in the 20th century for its ability to resist heat and corrosion—to being banned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Approximately 30 million homes and buildings in the U.S. […]

Are Graphics a Budget-Friendly Way to Boost Facility Aesthetics and Functionality?

Modern facilities serve as more than places to work, eat, or shop—they are reflections of an organization’s identity, culture, and commitment to the well-being of its occupants. For facilities managers on tight budgets, achieving a dynamic, aesthetically pleasing, and functional space might seem challenging, but with the right strategies, it’s entirely achievable. By focusing on […]

How Solar Can Optimize Costs and Sustainability for Food and Beverage Facilities

In the food and beverage industry, facilities managers face the daunting task of balancing tight profit margins with the need to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and affordable products. For food processors, the net profit margin is just 6.01%, while beverage companies have a net profit margin between 9.29% and 14.07%. Rising energy prices, evolving consumer demands, […]

How to Streamline Your Facility’s Cleaning Schedule Without Cutting Corners

While maintaining a spotless facility is crucial for promoting health, safety, and professionalism, balancing thorough cleaning with efficiency can be a difficult task. Comprehensive cleaning often demands significant time and resources, which can strain budgets and disrupt daily operations. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to streamline your facility’s cleaning schedule while maintaining […]

How IoT Is Revolutionizing Facilities Management and Enhancing Experiences

As we commemorate IoT Day on April 9, the transformative power of the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to reshape industries, redefining efficiency and enhancing experiences across various facilities. IoT innovations are ushering in a new era of operational excellence and customer satisfaction, from sports arenas to manufacturing operations. Today, we explore two compelling examples—each […]

Facilities Management Software: Responding to Political Dynamics

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

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 […]

Faces of Facilities: Trenton C. Patterson on the ‘Critical Role’ of FM

Trenton C. Patterson, a director of FM operations at CBRE, is proud to be part of the facilities management industry and urges insiders, company leaders, and the world at large to recognize just how crucial FM work is. In his role, Patterson manages North American properties for a global beverage company on behalf of CBRE. […]

Enhancing Workplace Safety in Manufacturing Facilities

As manufacturing continues to become increasingly automated, manufacturers continue to look for ways to protect their most important asset: their workforce. Robots, autonomous ground vehicles, material handling equipment, and more complex systems can create more dangerous workspaces than ever before without the proper safeguards installed on the production floor. There are many forms of safety […]