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Facility manager Charles Carpenter flexes his poetic muscle yet again with a fishy, fragrant take on the classic Winter holiday song, Jingle Bells.

With gingerbread house construction a tradition for many this time of year, it may also be time to ensure the integrity of facility exteriors.

Investing in workplace well-being supports productivity. So why do so many companies make it difficult for employees to concentrate with workplaces that are too hot, too cold, too loud, or too confining?

In the unpredictable arena of facility security, evaluating the organization and its physical attributes for a 360° view is an important starting point.

EPA Awards and reference materials highlight how efficient CHP (cogeneration) reduces energy use and pollution.

Is the heightened focus on collaboration and interaction in the workplace causing occupants to lose their focus?

Even the best laid sustainability initiatives can be foiled by unaware, unresponsive, or just plain unwilling occupants.

Among the many hats facility managers wear, the ability to field odd requests and mediate occupant disputes is a necessity.

The articles in this issue address the broad overlapping aspects of operations, with a focus on the role facility managers can play in advancing organizational goals.

Whoever said some things only get better with age probably was not a facility manager.

As disaster recovery and business continuity become more important, organizations are investing in standby generators...but who is in charge of maintaining them?

Cleaning policies are paramount, but other aspects impact the health quotient of a facility.

Are LEED ratings sustainable and are the policies worth enforcing?

One facility management professional is looking for recommendations on cloud based CMMS.

So what kinds of pranks have you witnessed on the job? And did you trick or get tricked? April Fool's day is just around the corner; be on your toes!

What measures can facility professionals take to address reckless driving in parking lots, particularly when it applies to delivery vehicles?

With the increase in smart devices and wireless technology, one facility manager is looking for feedback from others who have used wifi enabled thermostats.

Widespread use of nanoscale silver will challenge regulatory agencies to balance important potential benefits against the possibility of significant environmental risk.

Where can facility managers get recommendations on help desk software solutions?

Is there any such thing as a technical due diligence report for DIY stores?