Tag: Gretchen Martin

Faces of Facilities: Gretchen Martin on Thriving in Chaos

By Joe Bebon, Editor Sep 22, 2025 Faces of Facilities

Updated: Sep 22, 2025

If you like monotony—clocking in and out every day doing the same tasks at work—then facilities management probably isn’t for you. But if you enjoy a good challenge, expect the unexpected, and thrive in chaos, Gretchen Martin urges you to join in on the excitement that an FM career can offer. In fact, “constant mayhem” […]

Documentation: A Strategic Asset for Maintenance, Operations, and Risk Mitigation

By Suri Suriyakumar, ARC Facilities Aug 12, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Aug 12, 2025

Building drawings and facility information have long been undervalued, often relegated to storage rooms or legacy systems, considered a necessary cost rather than a strategic asset. However, this information is far more than a historical archive. It is the foundation for ongoing operations, informed decision making, and long-term resilience. As buildings age and evolve, the […]