Columnists

Facility management is about the men and women in the trenches, and the magazine’s columnist are some of the most experienced professionals out there. Find out about how they deal with the challenges in the field.



Containment Wall Systems, Construction

Containment Wall Systems Support Healthy IAQ During Construction

During construction projects, containment wall systems can keep airborne particles at bay.
Cyber-Physical Risks

Building Security: Facing Converging Cyber-Physical Risks

Open-source intelligence and digital investigations can help organizations more accurately predict major threats to their operations.
Spatial Analytics

How Spatial Analytics Can Shape The Workplace

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

IAQ Monitoring: A Key Defense Against Viral Transmission

IAQ monitoring can show air filtration and distribution system effectiveness in buildings with outdated infrastructure.
K-12 Schools

ESG And HVAC: Improving K-12 Schools

Facility managers at K-12 schools can create a better indoor experience through system efficiency and clean air.
waste management

3 Ways Digitalization Can Reduce Construction Waste In 2024

Digital tools are driving better practices and supporting overall waste management and sustainability goals.
HVAC Oil Additives

Restoring Lost Efficiency In An Aging HVAC System

In HVAC systems, the use of oil additives and new nano-technology solutions offers a promising solution for recovering lost efficiency.
Disinformation

How Disinformation Could Derail OT Security Risk Management

Security teams need to prepare for the potential for disinformation to impact operational technology (OT) security.
meeting equity

Collaboration In The Conference App Era

How to ensure A/V technologies and meeting spaces are adequately supporting the hybrid workforce.
HVAC technology

The HVAC Evolution

See how HVAC technology has improved to provide better indoor air quality for occupants.
Apprenticeship Program

4 Keys To Starting An Apprenticeship Program

Creating effective HVACR training programs can strengthen your company's workforce. Here are four keys to developing an apprenticeship program
camera-based security

Video As A Proactive Security Tool

Broad application of Artificial Intelligence in camera-based security is elevating its effectiveness.
workplace conflict

Navigating Workplace Conflict: What Managers Can Do

Managers often play a key role in how conflict is resolved.
Cyber Threats Building Systems

How To Prevent The Three Most Common Cyber Threats To Building Systems

Botnets, cryptojacking, and backdoors create major cybersecurity risks for FMs.
HVAC Contractors

Choosing The Right HVAC Contractors

Facilities managers need providers that have the experience and knowledge to provide heating and cooling solutions.
HVAC Systems

Why Do HVAC Systems Lose Efficiency Over Time?

Effective preventative maintenance increases a HVAC system’s lifespan.
Facilities Management IoT

The Cost Of NOT Investing In IoT

The Internet of Things is not new in facilities management, but few are taking advantage of the data, insights, and automation that IoT offers.
Indoor Air Quality Testing

The Importance Of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing

Indoor air quality testing to identify bio-contaminants allows you to more accurately understand how to improve your facility's IAQ.
Security Event Clock

Add Time To The Security Event Clock

Securing a building’s perimeter with sensors gives staff more time for a proactive response when the security event clock starts ticking.
Refrigerant

Why The Refrigerant Matters—For Green HVAC And Much More

Refrigerants can be used strategically to help facility managers reduce energy costs.
Fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) webinar

Did You Miss Our “Building Analytics, Skilled Labor Shortages & Decarbonization” Webinar?

View this free video webinar to learn how fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) has become a critical part of the resilient facility team’s tech stack.
Optimizing operations, Hybrid Office

View Our Free “Optimizing Operations In The Hybrid Office” Webinar

In this free video webinar, learn how optimizing operations in an office building has taken on newfound significance in the era of hybrid work.

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