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As facilities maintenance teams move forward, the industry has learned several lessons.

Monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx) and HVAC analytics provide facilities teams long-term tools.

The impact of artificial lighting on human health remains a focus for the industry.

Construction projects add to existing facility data, and technology helps with organization and retrieval.

A sector burdened by deferred facilities maintenance faces more challenges amid COVID-19.

For organizations that want sustained improvement in energy performance—and sustained cost savings—EPA recommends energy benchmarking as a first step.

Finding ways to make a direct difference in the world can be a challenge, but the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) puts it within reach of every facility manager.

Proper maintenance and using available equipment can help facility management prevent flooding caused by frozen auxiliary drains.

A recent study examines current costs to install luminaire level lighting controls in facilities.

The efficacy of higher education facilities services remains in the spotlight, while budgets tighten.

These five tips will help create an efficient and organized janitorial closet so that custodial services can perform at peak levels.

Five considerations to help maintain safe light levels, meet energy efficiency codes, and reduce costs when retrofitting your exterior lighting system.

Without proper maintenance, wheel stops, manhole covers, and even asphalt pose threats to pedestrians.

The nation’s floodplains are expected to grow by 45% by the end of this century: Work to reduce risk from floods by reassessing the conditions around building sites.

In 2020, indoor air quality became front and center for buildings as CDC and ASHRAE stated that COVID-19 viral particles are likely spread not only through droplets but also via aerosols.

Develop a reuse plan for workplace furnishings to reduce environmental impact.

New guidelines from USGBC focus on facilities reopening safely while preserving sustainability efforts.

Guiding facility occupants helps to provide both comfort and safety.

Returning joy to the hotel guest experience can be achieved with a variety of design elements.

For actionable insight, buildings are increasingly tracking and comparing energy performance.