Tag: holidays

exterior holiday decorations

North Kansas City Hospital Displays 20-Foot Wreath

Western Specialty Contractors installed the 1,000-pound, lighted wreath on the hospital’s façade, and offers tips on how to safely install your own holiday decorations.
holiday treats

Five Ways To Battle Holiday Weight Gain In The Workplace

Employers can make it a little easier for workers to resist holiday treats and stay healthy by providing nutritious choices in the workplace.
worker productivity

Friday Funny: It’s The Most Productive Time Of The Year

Despite the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, a new survey finds worker productivity actually increases during this festive time of the year.

University Dining Teams Help Students In Need

Sodexo dining teams across more than 650 university locations extend their service spirit to students in need.

Retailers Are Merry And Bright With LED Lighting, Controls

Holiday decorating in retail facilities can require a significant amount of energy and maintenance to provide an appealing, safe environment.
holiday decorating

Decorating Your Facilities For The Holidays

When decorating during the holidays, there are a few things property managers should keep in mind to ensure the season is both festive and safe.
holiday parties

Friday Funny: Here Come The Holidays!

Companies are full of holiday cheer this year: Most plan to host holiday parties to end 2018, and 41 percent will spend more than last year. (Don’t even think about skipping.)
facility management

Friday Funny: These Are A Few Of My Least Favorite Things

From burnt popcorn to bad budgets, Charles C. Carpenter, CFM gifts us with a holiday musical parody that highlights his least favorite things, facility management style.

Friday Funny: The Facility’s Looking A Lot Like Christmas

Riffing on many of the sights to be seen in the workplace during the holiday season, Charles C. Carpenter, CFM shares a musical parody from the facility management perspective.
holiday gift giving

Question Of The Week: To Gift — Or Not To Gift — At Work?

As the holiday season kicks off, many workers are starting to wonder if it’s appropriate to exchange gifts at work. What works and what doesn't?
Thanksgiving 2016

Thanksgiving Perks For Most Employees, According To Bloomberg BNA Survey

A nationwide survey conducted by the firm during September 2016 reveals that four in five employers will grant workers Thanksgiving and the following day off with pay.

Escalator Safety During The Holiday Shopping Season

Black Friday is past, but the holiday shopping is in full swing — raising safety concerns for retail facility managers.

Friday Funny: Let’s Talk Turkey

Nearly eight in ten (79%) U.S. adults agree having a fridge full of leftovers is the best thing about hosting Thanksgiving.

Friday Funny: What Did YOU Get From The Office For The Holidays?

Find out some of the most unusual holiday gifts exchanged at the workplace.
web exclusive

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Planning Holiday Décor

Once the timeline and budget have been worked out, it is time to think about the theme.

Sources Of Energy In The U.S., Since 1776

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) looks at how energy consumption, by fuel source, has changed since the nation's first Independence Day.

FRIDAY FUNNY: Can A New Office Chair Help Melt Away The Winter Blahs?

Some workplace experts suggest escaping the office winter blues with bright colors: cheerful shades can help workers beat seasonal doldrums.

Made In The USA Awards

On this 4th of July, read about a group of companies recognized for their products made in the United States.

FRIDAY FUNNY: Extra Day, Extra Clean

Take time out of this day to straighten up and de-clutter your workspace.

Ringing In 2012 In Times Square

New Year’s 2012 marks the 12th consecutive year Philips Lighting is official Lighting Partner to the Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

Join Our Webinar! Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

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

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