Facility Management

Where Facility Professionals and FMs will find Facilities Management and Building Operations news, tips, best practices and maintenance information. Facility Executive magazine covers all aspects of construction projects, modernization and ongoing operations for commercial buildings.



Mars Chicago

Mars Opens $42M Snacking R&D Hub In Chicago

Mars' new 44,000-square-foot facility in Chicago is the largest of its global Snacking R&D sites, will be powered 100% by renewable electricity.
Green Skills

Sustainability Goals Spur Demand For Green Skills

Demand for green skills is outstripping supply as employers work to recruit, retain qualified talent to achieve their sustainability targets.
campus safety

Three Ways Schools Can Improve Campus Safety

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance campus safety and deter potential criminal behavior.

Does Remote Work Lead To Deeper Work, Fewer Interruptions?

Remote work protects an estimated 62 hours' worth of work that in-office teams lose due to daily interruptions each year, finds Hubstaff.
school custodian

Does Your School Custodian Make The Grade?

Cintas is accepting nominations of hardworking school custodians for its 11th annual Custodian of the Year contest now through February 9.
AI in the workplace

An AI Trust Gap In The Workplace

Both leaders and employees have a lack of trust when it comes to the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence.
cleaner

ECA Technology: How “Clean” Is Your Cleaner?

Do many commonly-used cleaning products have just as many risks as benefits? This article explores the benefits of ECA technology.
MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report

Workplace Injuries: More Focus Needed On MSD Reduction

A new National Safety Council report shows majority of companies surveyed have strong safety cultures, but more focus needed on musculoskeletal disorder risk reduction and innovation.
Legrand Distribution Facility

Legrand Creates A State-Of-The-Art Distribution Facility

Legrand’s Senior Director of Logistics and Facility Manager share how the company’s new distribution facility came to Dayton, Ohio.
School Infrastructure

Education Department Grants $47M To Support School Infrastructure

The Department of Education revealed eight new grants to support school infrastructure investments over the next five years.
CMMS, healthcare, hospital

The Greatest Resource For Emergency Preparedness? Your CMMS

As severe weather becomes more commonplace, healthcare facilities are forced to prepare for recovery once the inevitable storm hits. Utilize your CMMS strategically before and after weather disasters to get back to serving patients as quickly as possible.
stage technology

Theater Case Study: Innovation Takes Center Stage

In Cincinnati, a facility manager unwraps a new $50 million theater that includes the latest and greatest in stage technology.
low embodied carbon

January’s Free USGBC Course: Decarbonizing Materials

Each month in 2024, USGBC will offer one or two free green building education courses. For January, the free course focuses on using materials with low embodied carbon in LEED v5.
Work Order Management Solutions

Work Order Management Solutions Product Focus

From computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to enterprise asset management (EAM) software, these work order management solutions will help you manage and maintain your facility efficiently.
facility management

FM Profile: The Pursuit Of Excellence

A facility manager in higher education shares his experience in the facility management industry and his priorities as a facilities leader.
Air Filtration

Breathing Easier: Air Filtration Innovation Eliminates Smoke, Improves IAQ

New filtration technology from a university research laboratory is proving to be a game-changer in the fight against smoke produced by global wildfires.
HVAC Automation & Controls

HVAC Automation & Controls Product Focus

From software to pumps and compressors, consider this assortment of HVAC automation & controls products to run your facility efficiently and keep its occupants comfortable.
employee wellness

5 Ways To Support Employee Health And Wellness In 2024

Facility managers can help support employees wellness by offering amenities, providing resources, and creating a healthy environment.
succession planning

Setting Up For Succession

Facility executives can’t neglect succession planning without risking business continuity and building performance.

[VIDEO] POTS Replacement for Business | Ooma AirDial at Brickpoint Properties

From schools and universities to commercial office and retail buildings, Ooma AirDial provides critical phone service to life safety phones, alarms and building entry systems.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

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

[VIDEO] Collect Asset Data at the Speed of Walking a Building

AI powered data collection with AkitaBox Capture. Take a picture of the asset nameplate, touch the floor plan to locate the asset and move to the next asset. Save up to 90% of your time in the field with AkitaBox Capture AI.