Building Operating Management
for Building Owners & Facility Executives

Online Only - Drones Drone Attacks: Three Steps to Protect Your FacilityStay current with technology, assess risks, and develop a response plan.

Online Only - HVAC How To Do a Major HVAC Upgrade on CampusFollow these steps — from communicating with occupants to commissioning the project — to ensure an HVAC upgrade isn't disruptive to regular operations.

Online Only - Data Centers Document Control Rooms Speed Incident Response in Data CentersIn an emergency, data center FMs need immediate access to key documentation. But most new data centers have inadequate room for document control.

Online Only - Commissioning 3 Commissioning Mistakes Can Undermine Sustainability EffortsIncluding commissioning on the front end of a project can save huge headaches down the road. But follow this advice to make sure to get commissioning right.

Feature - Building Controls 5 Steps on the Road to Smart Buildings A single smart device can’t make a building intelligent. Instead, internet of things devices are intended to serve as components that can be linked together to form a truly smart building.

Feature - Interiors How To Include Flexibility in Workplace DesignFlexible design responds to both the psychological and physical needs of occupants. Here are some tips for getting a flexible workplace design right.

Feature - Doors and Door Hardware School Security: Make the Right Doors ChoicesDoors, locks, and other door hardware must be chosen carefully. Here is some advice to select products for everyday security, as well as lockdown situations.

Feature - Energy Star Energy Star Enhancements for 2019Here's the skinny on several updates to the Energy Star scoring and certification system, and the Portfolio Manager tool.

Feature - Healthcare Facilities How Technology is Evolving in Healthcare Facilities From the OR to the mechanical room, new demands, practices, and yes, technology, are reshaping healthcare facilities.

Feature - Cover Story: Chris Walinski profile How to Make the Open Office Plan Successful The challenge? Healthy, happy, productive occupants. Chris Walinski's solution? Thoughtfully designed open office plans.