NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Locus by Focal Upright Furniture
This new workstation fosters healthy movement.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What IFMA Credential Should I Pursue?
CFM prep exam or FMP? I am not sure what I am ready for and would appreciate any advice or shared experiences.
FRIDAY FUNNY: No Exit
When it comes to practical jokes in the workplace, does the facility manager get involved?
TODAY IS WORLD FM DAY!
Today is the fourth annual World FM Day! The core message of 2012's World FM Day is "celebrating success."
Introducing BOMA’s New Reference Resources
BOMA International has two new publications now available in the BOMA store.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: SwitchLITE Model EZT by Controlled Power
This automatic transfer switch allows dimmable lighting fixtures to function as emergency lighting.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What Should You Outsource?
A facility manager is seeking outsourcing advice.
FRIDAY FUNNY: 1, 2, 3…STRETCH!
For those looking for some extra stretches, here are a few, courtesy of Jockular, that might help make your horrible day just a bit better (by making you laugh, at least just a little).
BOMA International Announces Inaugural Class of Fellows
For the first time, 10 individuals have been named 2012 BOMA Fellows for ongoing contributions to commercial real estate.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Kwik-Trench from Little Beaver
The new Kwik-Trench mini-trencher from Little Beaver is designed for use in a multitude of projects — including landscape edging and root pruning, as...
New Report on Role of Cities in Green Economy
The report is a synthesis of stakeholder perspectives from five major North American cities visited on USGBC’s The Road to Rio+20 engagement event series. It highlights five key messages heard from the events and outlines clear action items for Rio+20
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Service Request System Plus More
Can anyone recommend a robust customer service/work order request system?
FRIDAY FUNNY: Remember To Have Fun!
Having fun, laughing, and feeling good will improve health and performance, accelerate learning and memory, increase confidence and empower you to accomplish even more than you dreamed possible.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: EnergySTEP by Schneider Electric
An assessment of power, cooling, physical infrastructure, and operational efficiencies of data centers provides information managers can act upon.
July 25-27: World Workplace Asia
Professionals in facility management (FM) will meet in Singapore at the Raffles City Convention Centre next month for IFMA's second annual World Workplace Asia...
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: SUMMIT by Atlas Roofing
This underlayment can be used when there is a long anticipated open time before the roof is completed.
FRIDAY FUNNY: Hallmark Moments in the Workplace
The workplace...what hasn't already been said about it (that can be repeated here)? When all else fails, there are Someecards...for times when you care enough to hit send.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: EV Charging by Car Charging Group
Facilities that want to cater to electric vehicle drivers can install this turnkey solution.
Master of Science in Facility Management Program Announced for Fall 2012
As companies today are particularly focused on implementing cost-cutting measures to improve profitability, streamline operations, and compete globally, students in the program will learn the leadership and business skills necessary to respond to keep their facilities highly efficient and functional.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Wi-Fi Enabled Kühl from Friedrich
Geared for use in dorms, apartments, and commercial and industrial facilities, the new Kühl units can be grouped and managed together for zone cooling or building wide control.