Tag: predictive maintenance

How Predictive Maintenance Reduces Unplanned Downtime in Manufacturing Facilities

By Ariel Santamaria, Advanced Technology Services Mar 23, 2026 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Mar 25, 2026

Manufacturing facilities managers understand that even a singular issue, such as a broken bearing in a machine, can disrupt operations. It’s the kind of issue that can shut down an entire manufacturing operation and rack up serious costs fast.  Keeping a large manufacturing facility running means finding tiny cracks before they turn into huge holes. Standard upkeep usually follows a rigid calendar, which often relies on averages rather than real-time equipment […]

Restaurant Facilities Turn to Tech and Automation to Overcome Industry Challenges

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 13, 2026 Building Controls

Updated: Mar 13, 2026

Restaurant operators are navigating one of the most challenging business environments in recent memory, marked by rising food and labor costs, staffing shortages, and heightened customer expectations. But even in this climate, many are finding efficiency and resilience through technology and automation behind the scenes and strengthening performance where it’s greatly needed—in the kitchen and […]

Data-Driven Water Management: Bringing Visibility and Resilience to Building Operations

By David Benaiges, Watts Water Technologies Feb 11, 2026 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Feb 11, 2026

Water systems are among the most essential—and least visible—components of any facility. Pipes, valves, pumps, and recirculation loops work quietly behind walls and below floors, delivering water for sanitation, heating, cooling, and daily operations. Because these systems often function behind the scenes, they tend to receive less attention than HVAC or electrical systems—until a failure […]

How Unified Facility Data Can Transform University Operations

By Brad Stevens, Wesco Feb 5, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Feb 13, 2026

University campuses generate data from countless sources—A/V and lighting systems, HVAC equipment, cameras, and various other sensors. Yet many of these technologies operate in silos, forcing employees to monitor them individually across multiple platforms. The result is slower response times, added complexity, and limited visibility into overall campus operations. When data is unified, employees gain […]

From Spreadsheets to Smart Systems: The Future of Inventory Control in FM

By Francesca Touma, BarCloud Dec 11, 2025 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Dec 11, 2025

Facilities managers have a storied history of relying on spreadsheets to keep track of tools, parts, and supplies. And that worked perfectly fine until buildings became more complex, maintenance demands multiplied, and the margin for error got slimmer and slimmer until nearly disappearing. Today, the migration toward automation is reimagining how facilities handle their inventory. […]

Under Construction: Top Facility Projects of November 2025

By Joe Bebon, Editor Dec 3, 2025 Data Centers

Updated: Jan 8, 2026

Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. $1B Meta Data Center Campus The data center market is booming, thanks to the meteoric rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Case in point, social media giant Meta recently announced it is investing more than $1 billion in […]

How AI Is Creating New Roles for Facilities Managers

By Gaku Ueda, MODE Inc. Oct 6, 2025 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Oct 6, 2025

A facilities manager (FM) is expected to wear a lot of hats, from operations manager to strategic planner and technical expert to human resources leader. With so many spinning plates, it’s unsurprising that a recent study found that some FMs and staff have left or considered leaving their jobs. This isn’t just about hard work; […]

How to Improve Facility Energy Efficiency with AI

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer Sep 10, 2025 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Sep 10, 2025

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 […]

Are Digital Twins the Future of Smart Facilities?

By Sergio Carvajal, Fracttal Aug 4, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Aug 4, 2025

With growing infrastructure demands and tighter budgets, traditional reactive strategies in facilities management often result in unplanned downtime and expensive breakdowns. A Deloitte study found that predictive maintenance—which includes strategies that anticipate problems before they occur, reducing costs and increasing efficiency—can result in up to 15% reduction in downtime and up to 20% improvement in […]

Smart Building Tech: A Strategic Line of Defense Against Rising Insurance Costs

By Dan Hollenkamp, Toggled Jun 4, 2025 Building Controls

Updated: Jun 5, 2025

Just as commercial real estate (CRE) began to recover from the impacts of COVID-19, the industry is now entering a new era of financial pressures. Driven by an uncertain economy, aging infrastructure, extreme weather events, and a more conservative insurance underwriting landscape, property insurance premiums are climbing at an alarming rate. In Q1 2024, commercial […]