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campus safety

Three Ways Schools Can Improve Campus Safety

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance campus safety and deter potential criminal behavior.

Does Remote Work Lead To Deeper Work, Fewer Interruptions?

Remote work protects an estimated 62 hours' worth of work that in-office teams lose due to daily interruptions each year, finds Hubstaff.
school custodian

Does Your School Custodian Make The Grade?

Cintas is accepting nominations of hardworking school custodians for its 11th annual Custodian of the Year contest now through February 9.
AI in the workplace

An AI Trust Gap In The Workplace

Both leaders and employees have a lack of trust when it comes to the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence.
cleaner

ECA Technology: How “Clean” Is Your Cleaner?

Do many commonly-used cleaning products have just as many risks as benefits? This article explores the benefits of ECA technology.
MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report

Workplace Injuries: More Focus Needed On MSD Reduction

A new National Safety Council report shows majority of companies surveyed have strong safety cultures, but more focus needed on musculoskeletal disorder risk reduction and innovation.
Legrand Distribution Facility

Legrand Creates A State-Of-The-Art Distribution Facility

Legrand’s Senior Director of Logistics and Facility Manager share how the company’s new distribution facility came to Dayton, Ohio.
CMMS, healthcare, hospital

The Greatest Resource For Emergency Preparedness? Your CMMS

As severe weather becomes more commonplace, healthcare facilities are forced to prepare for recovery once the inevitable storm hits. Utilize your CMMS strategically before and after weather disasters to get back to serving patients as quickly as possible.
stage technology

Theater Case Study: Innovation Takes Center Stage

In Cincinnati, a facility manager unwraps a new $50 million theater that includes the latest and greatest in stage technology.
low embodied carbon

January’s Free USGBC Course: Decarbonizing Materials

Each month in 2024, USGBC will offer one or two free green building education courses. For January, the free course focuses on using materials with low embodied carbon in LEED v5.
facility management

FM Profile: The Pursuit Of Excellence

A facility manager in higher education shares his experience in the facility management industry and his priorities as a facilities leader.
Air Filtration

Breathing Easier: Air Filtration Innovation Eliminates Smoke, Improves IAQ

New filtration technology from a university research laboratory is proving to be a game-changer in the fight against smoke produced by global wildfires.
employee wellness

5 Ways To Support Employee Health And Wellness In 2024

Facility managers can help support employees wellness by offering amenities, providing resources, and creating a healthy environment.
succession planning

Setting Up For Succession

Facility executives can’t neglect succession planning without risking business continuity and building performance.
renewables, renewable energy

Hold Off On Renewables: Start With Energy Efficiency

Before jumping into an investment in renewables, first optimize your energy systems for cost savings and efficiency.
artificial intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Management: New Standard Offers Guidance

The new standard offers a framework for managing risks and opportunities while supporting the responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Spatial Analytics

How Spatial Analytics Can Shape The Workplace

Human-centric spatial analytics are transforming the modern workplace into a dynamic, data-driven environment.
Stormwater, ESCS

Tackling Stormwater With Expanded Shale, Clay, And Slate

With expanded shale, clay, or slate (ESCS) in their arsenal, facility managers can mitigate stormwater damage while reducing their operation costs.
video monitoring

3 Ways To Reduce Downtime And Maintenance Costs With Video Monitoring

Video monitoring systems can help facility managers spot maintenance problems before they can develop into more costly issues.
2024 SOLUTIONS

Elevate Facility Operations With 2024 SOLUTIONS

SOLUTIONS 2024 showcases facility management products and services designed to enhance facility operations.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).

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