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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?

Pink noise is becoming more popular in business settings, potentially increasing productivity and concentration among employees. But is it superior to white noise?

Columnist Kevin Folsom helps get to the bottom of basic fire code requirements, if any, for buildings that are vacant.

The Obama administration's economic recovery package includes commitments to work towards a sustainable, energy efficient future. With the world's servers currently consuming some 408 MWh of electricity, the effort is certainly needed.

Building automation systems are extremely useful strategic tools, but one facility management professional needs input on their power saving capabilities.

Economy up, economy down, one thing remains the same: love is in the air at the office. Nearly four-in-ten (37%) workers said they have dated a co-worker at some time during their careers, according to a recent CareerBuilder survey. So happy Valentine's Day!

Since Monk-e-Mail first launched in January of 2006, more than 50 million visitors have experienced what AdAge called the “third greatest human achievement, after only democracy and velcro.”

For one facility management professional with an abundance of hands on experience, the path to career advancement is somewhat unclear.

Finz Seafood & Grill in Dedham, MA has installed a system that generates on-site electricity and hot water.

Kevin Folsom makes energy management recommendations based on consumption, efficiency, and unit cost.

Many facility managers are turning to solutions with a low environmental impact to achieve HazCom Standard compliance including the electronic management of MSDSs.

One facility management professional attempts to zero in on the biggest problem faced by his peers.

More cases of this fatal illness have been reported, and facility managers may opt to take precautions.

Do facility management professionals have any feedback on the use of liquid brine for de-icing purposes?

This week's question asks for specifics on glycol maintenance practices in chillers.

Back in 2010, Charmin placed 20 deluxe stalls in the heart of this tourist area to make it a little easier for New Yorkers and visitors alike.

Energy efficiency is one of the most important aspects of facilities management, but measuring results of these efforts is often a challenging task.

For those organizations throwing holiday parties this year, there's this advice to employees from Nathan Jamail, author of The Playbook Series.

The million dollar question: what are the biggest challenges for facilities administrators?

A December 2013 report from Pew Research indicates that Millennial women are getting closer to salary parity, however, broader discrimination issues may still be present in the workplace.

Facilities Management Guru Kevin Folsom introduces the concept of "servant leadership" to managers who are seeking ways to rate those in the profession.