Tag: museum

The Louvre Heist: Security Lessons for All Types of Facilities

On Oct. 19, robbers pulled off a daring, midday heist at the storied Louvre in Paris, France. They made off with $102 million worth of crown jewels in a move reminiscent of a Hollywood blockbuster.  What many didn’t know at the time was that France’s court of auditors had urged the world-famous museum to hasten […]

Metropolitan Museum of Art Launches $25M Energy-Efficient Lighting Project

The beauty of smart building upgrades will be on full display at one of the world’s largest and most famous art museums. Officials from the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), the New York Power Authority (NYPA), and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) announced a nearly $25 million energy efficiency […]

Safeguarding Your Facility: The Power of Proper Humidity Control

Maintaining ideal relative humidity levels in the built environment results in substantial benefits. By prioritizing humidity control, facilities managers can create an environment that optimizes productivity, preserves assets, and ensures the well-being of all occupants. Proper humidity regulation is a crucial component of comprehensive building management, and its positive impact extends across industries and facility […]