Facility Maintenance Decisions
The only magazine for facility maintenance and engineering managers

Recent Articles

Editorial - Editorial Staffing Challenges, High-Level SolutionsDespite managers’ many attempts to address their staffing woes, they might have overlooked a critical resource: their own organizations. 

Feature - Management Insight A Data-Driven Playbook That Delivers Business BenefitsBy combining strategy and practical tips, managers can turn raw numbers into sustained competitive advantage and measurable business results. 

Feature - Career Path Facilities From the Grounds Up with Nick McKennaNick McKenna has spent his entire professional career on the grounds floor — literally.

Cover Story - Cover Story Seattle Aquarium Weighs Lighting Needs of Aquatic Life and Staff Seattle aquarium carefully considers the lighting needs of aquatic life, staff and visitors.

Feature - Roofing Solar Panels Provide Roof Maintenance ChallengesAs use of PV technology expands, managers must ensure roofing systems continue to operate efficiently.

Feature - Restroom and Plumbing More Restrooms Install Touchless Fixtures to Appease CustomersIncreased standards have led to more facilities utilizing sensored products.

Feature - Women in FM Women in FM: Navigating Motherhood in Facilities ManagementThe skills one obtains when being a mother can easily transfer to facilities management.

Feature - Lighting Lighting Supports Form and Functionality in Parking StructureSam Houston State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine specifies lighting for aesthetics and safety that can withstand technical and environmental needs.

Feature - Grounds Management Smart Irrigation: Saving Water, Compiling DataInstalling sensors can help managers better monitor weather trends, water use.

Feature - Deferred Maintenance Deferred Maintenance Puts Owners’ Goals At RiskOwners who ignore bad news about repair backlogs risk doing short-term damage to facilities, as well as undermining critical long-term goals for organizations.