Tag: security

School’s Out! Essential Campus Projects to Tackle During Summer Break

Now that the academic semester is over and school campuses are largely deserted, it’s the perfect time to do major maintenance projects and intensive cleaning jobs that couldn’t be done when the campus was buzzing with activity. Plan for Summer Classes Facilities teams should work with school leadership to determine what areas will be used […]

What We Learned From… FM NOW: Secure Buildings Summit

Held on June 20th, our FM NOW: Secure Buildings virtual summit covered critical topics for facility security, including system integration, live events, and active shooters. If you missed any of the webinars, here’s a rundown with key takeaways and links to FREE on-demand recordings. Opening Keynote | Design Development Considerations for Security Systems Integration Speaker: Frank Santamorena, […]

Webinar Watch: FM NOW Sessions on Secure Buildings

On Tuesday, June 20, make sure to join your colleagues and expert panelists for our FM NOW: Secure Buildings virtual summit! The FREE educational sessions will cover critical topics for facility security, including system integration, live events, and active shooters. Can’t make it to the live webinars? No worries! All registrants also receive a link […]

Moving from Passive to Active Crisis Management in 2023

The question of how organizations can better handle crisis management was explored during Facilities Management Advisor’s April 12 webinar “Moving from Passive to Active Crisis Management.” Sean McDevitt, Director of CEM Solutions for Everbridge, spoke during the online session and is knowledgeable on facility security and cybersecurity issues, having held various leadership positions in the […]

IFMA Leader Talks World FM Day, Industry’s ‘Very Bright’ Future

Happy World FM Day! Global FM, a group of leading facilities management (FM) associations, spearheads the annual celebration every May. The event brings together the FM community and highlights the positive impact that FM professionals have on businesses and people’s lives. To commemorate World FM Day, Facilities Management Advisor spoke with Don Gilpin, President and […]

Back to Basics: PSAP and EOC Facilities

Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important, but possibly overlooked, information facilities management professionals should know. With April being Emergency Communications Month, let’s spotlight facilities that are vital in responding to emergencies. Public safety answering points (PSAPs) and emergency operations centers (EOCs) are critical facilities that provide essential services to the community […]

Webinar Watch: FM NOW Sessions on Building Technology

Be sure to join us for our FM NOW: Building Technology online summit on April 25-26, 2023! The FREE virtual event will include educational sessions hosted by industry experts. Can’t make it to the live webinars? No worries! All registrants also receive a link to an on-demand recording. Opening Keynote | Refreshing Your ‘Why’ As […]

NRG Stadium: Star Player for Men’s March Madness Final Four

NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, will be the home of the ultimate thrill of victory and the agony of defeat for the remaining four teams of March Madness, as the NCAA Basketball Men’s Final Four and championship games will be held there April 1–3, 2023. It’s a great way to get excited as this large […]

Webinar Watch: How to Improve Building Sustainability, Resilience, and Aesthetics at the Same Time

Learn about the importance of next-generation window films at Facilities Management Advisor’s FREE webinar, which will explore how window films can improve building sustainability, resilience, and aesthetics. Can’t make it to the live event? No worries! All registrants also receive a link to an on-demand recording.    Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Webinar | How to […]

Super Bowl Security: What Officials Are Doing to Protect the Big Game

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in close coordination with state and local officials, is leading federal efforts to ensure the safety and security of employees, players, and fans during Super Bowl LVII. Earlier this week, DHS Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas visited Phoenix and Glendale, Arizona, to inspect security operations and meet with law […]