Retired Columnist
This expert formerly served as a regular contributor to Facility Executive (formerly Today’s Facility Manager) magazine. His vast knowledge of the facility management profession continues to provide a rich resource for facility managers by way of this online archive.
FM Frequency: Bridging The Gap
Closing the divide between the design process and long-term operations and maintenance is the topic this month from FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane.
FM Frequency: Giving Thanks!
Want an excuse to deny wacky requests? FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane suggests you just thank your insurance and liability teams!
Tricks Of The Trade: The Complaint Department
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge helps set up a customer survey standard.
Tricks Of The Trade: Manuals
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge discusses facilities operations manuals.
Tricks Of The Trade: FM Consultants
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge defines the differences between facility managers and operations managers.
FM Frequency: Real People, Real Stories
If you think you've heard it all when it comes to interviewing antics, FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane suggests you keep reading!
From Where I Sit: FM And The Language Of Business
TFM Columnist Tim Springer debates the logistics of going from the boiler room to the board room.
Tricks Of The Trade: Cost Savings For Services
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge helps one professional weed through the hype.
Tricks Of The Trade: Non-IFMA Benchmarks
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge assists one professional with research on space planning benchmarks.
FM Frequency: The Myth Of Interoperability
FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane asks, "When will systems really start speaking the same language?"
Tricks Of The Trade: UPS Precautions
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge provides insight on UPS support options.
Tricks Of The Trade: The Designation Debate
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge explains the differences in FM designations.
FM Frequency: Great Suppliers Can Be Excellent Business Partners
FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane feels it's possible to gain significant advantages from outsourcing relationships.
From Where I Sit: Office Ergonomics: Top 10 Myths
TFM Columnist Tim Springer says one size fits all is a big problem in offices, where everyone has different needs and responsibilities.
Tricks Of The Trade: Disaster Planning Coordination
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge recommends the following resources to unite emergency officials and facilities professionals.
Tricks Of The Trade: Standard Operating Procedures
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge breaks down the steps to creating SOPs for facilities.
FM Frequency: Business Continuity
The magic formula? Planning + Practice + "Live Fire" Exercises = The Right Approach, according to FM Frequency Columnist Jeff Crane
From Where I Sit: Doing Less Bad Is Not Doing Good
TFM Columnist Tim Springer wonders if sustainability is just an opportunity to be better and get recognized for it.
Tricks Of The Trade: HVAC Purchasing
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge helps identify the best HVAC system for the job.
Tricks Of The Trade: Job Descriptions
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge exposes the secrets behind the facility management job description.
Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead
Join us for this free webinar on Thursday, April 25 and you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
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