Topics

The primary disciplines of facility management—building envelope & exteriors, construction & retrofits, energy, environment, facility management, interiors, safety, security, technology—along with other important topics are included in this section.



Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Neurodiversity In The Workplace: U.S. Worker Awareness Is Low

New Eagle Hill Consulting report reveals that 68% of U.S. employees are unfamiliar with the term neurodiversity. Plus, seven strategies to unleash the potential of neurodivergent employees.
hearing loss

Fostering An Inclusive Environment For Those With Hearing Loss

HearUSA speaks with Facility Executive about the importance of promoting an inclusive workplace environment for those with hearing loss.
Tuskegee University

Tuskegee University Picks JLL For Facilities Maintenance 

JLL is providing integrated facilities management (IFM) services to 100 buildings on the HBCU’s 5,000-acre Tuskegee, Alabama campus.
favorite school custodian, Cintas

Cast Your Vote: Help Pick The Custodian Of The Year

Cintas has revealed this year’s finalists in its 11th annual Custodian of the Year contest: Vote for your favorite school custodian by April 12!
Schneider Electric manufacturing

Schneider Electric Expanding Two Tennessee Manufacturing Facilities

Increased demand for Schneider Electric's energy management and automation products has spurred an $85 investment in Mt. Juliet and Smyrna, TN.
RRBITC

RRBITC Will Be GSA’s First Fully Electric Building

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is GSA’s largest federal building, and one of over 100 buildings to be upgraded with emerging and sustainable technologies.
SEC

New SEC Rules: Public Companies Must Disclose Climate Risks

This SEC ruling is the first time businesses will be held accountable for tracking their carbon footprint against specific goals.
BIA

BIA Announces 2023 Brick In Architecture Award Winners

The Brick Industry Association (BIA), the nationally recognized authority on clay brick construction, showcases last year's top projects.
Continuity Insights Management Conference, CIMC 2024

Mastering Resilience: What’s New At CIMC 2024?

Find out what’s new at this year’s Continuity Insights Management Conference (CIMC), taking place in Charlotte, NC May 6-8.
Air Quality In Schools, IAQ educational facilities

Survey Reveals Disparities In IAQ Prioritization In K-12 Schools

A new survey finds there's a gap between educators and school authorities regarding the prioritization of air quality in K-12 facilities.
facility mat program, cintas

Renting vs. Purchasing Mats: What’s Best For Your Facility?

When deciding whether to rent or purchase mats for your organization’s facility, it’s important to consider your budget, customization preferences, and how much time your maintenance personnel can commit.
smart building solutions

10 Smart Building Strategies

What facility managers should consider while embarking on a smart building journey.
Hackensack Meridian Health, Metropark Station, healthcare facility

First Health, Wellness Center At A U.S. Transit Hub Rises In NJ

The $200M Hackensack Meridian Health and Wellness Center at Metropark will provide commuters with access to primary and specialty care, advanced imaging, phlebotomy, rehab, pharmacy, urgent care, and more.
Women In Construction

Report: Challenges Women Face In The Construction Industry

A report from Lumber discusses how women in construction face a lack of safety equipment and restroom accessibility gaps.
Workplace Trends

Workplace Trends For The Office In 2024

Organizations need to choose office improvement investments wisely. Here are a few workplace trends shaping office spaces to consider in 2024.
termites

Termites: How To Combat These Destructive Pests

In honor of Termite Awareness Week, an entomologist shares the tell-tale signs of a infestation in commercial facilities.
energy metering products

Innovations In Energy Metering

This assortment of energy metering products will help you keep tabs on your facility's energy efficiency.
sustainable finance

Green Building Partnership Will Unlock Sustainable Finance On Global Scale

Together, BRE, GBCA and USGBC will work to unlock the sustainable finance needed for the built environment to play its role in meeting global climate goals.
touchless restrooms

Enhancing Office Hygiene Starts In The Restroom

Demand for touch-free restroom products rose significantly in 2020. Four years post-pandemic, the desire for these solutions remains.
Light Pollution

Outdoor Lighting That Lessens Light Pollution

When exterior lighting is poorly selected, it contributes to light pollution that negatively affects people and the environment.
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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