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Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. Yosemite Water Plant Upgrade Yosemite National Park is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world, and having clean water helps keep it that way. To address extensive maintenance issues and build more sustainable infrastructure, […]
In the rapidly evolving urban landscape, parking buildings are vital components of a wide variety of facilities, and—as their functional importance grows—so does the complexity of designing and building them, especially in earthquake-prone regions. Updates to seismic codes significantly affect how structures are designed, budgeted, and constructed. These regulations, implemented to improve public safety, reshape […]
The right vendor relationship can save facilities managers from spending a lot of time toiling away at issues better fixed by specialists. Determining which vendor to work with can be a long process that involves many steps, only adding to the growing complexity of facilities management. These soft skills that involve negotiation, communication, and collaboration […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of facilities management, staying compliant with building codes is not just a legal obligation; it’s a cornerstone of operational integrity and public safety. For facilities managers, navigating the complexities of code compliance can be a daunting task, especially when juggling daily operations, maintenance schedules, and long-term capital planning. However, a solid […]
Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. HBCU’s New Residence Hall February was Black History Month. Morehouse College, one of the country’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), celebrated the Atlanta school’s own 158th anniversary with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new residence hall. […]
Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. Mass Timber Government Facility As more companies and organizations embrace sustainability, there’s been a rise in green construction materials for facility projects. General contractor McCarthy + Barnsley, A Joint Venture, recently topped out the Brookhaven City Centre, […]