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University of Florida Earns WELL Platinum Certification

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How to Mitigate and Manage Flooding

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Doak Campbell Stadium's Premium Seating Gets a Modern Makeover

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Learn from the Best: Facility Champions Webcast Nov. 6

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East Wing Demolition Met with Criticism

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The Scary Side of Technology

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Understanding Your Department’s Role in the Organization

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How Facility Managers Create C-Suite Buy in for Planning and Strategy

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Facility Champion 2025: Ignacio Guerra is the Star of Entertainment Facilities

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Salaries for Facility Engineers

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Deferred Maintenance Challenges and Solutions for Education Facilities

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The Log Cabin Boosts Hygiene and Sustainability with Hand Dryers

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Campus Safety: Thinking Beyond Technology

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How to Operate When You’re New to Leadership in Facilities Management

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What You Missed at NFMT Remix 2025

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Tapping into an Experienced Workforce in Facilities Management

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Lancaster Ice Rink Skates Toward Sustainability with Circularity Program

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Modernized Student Housing Balances Comfort, Community and Efficiency

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Aligning Your Department’s Role with the Organization’s Mission and Vision

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2025 Facility Champion: Ty DuPass Places High Priority on Maintenance

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Salaries for Maintenance Supervisors

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Salaries for Facility Coordinators

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Beyond Compliance: Cultivating Workspaces Where Everyone Thrives

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6 Sustainable Snow Removal Strategies

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How To Command Respect from Seasoned Veterans

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Salaries for Maintenance and Operations Managers

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What’s Behind the Construction Tape in Higher Education Facilities?

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Facility Champion 2025: Robert Kimmel Made it a Mission to Improve Lives

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Salaries for Facility Managers

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Deferred Maintenance: Just One Piece of the Puzzle

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California Proposes New Law on Data Centers

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Gen Z Engages with AI More Than Their Managers

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Why Every Facility Needs a Zero-Waste Audit

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What's New and Different in LEED v5?

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Meeting the Demands of 'Tough Tech' with Scalable, Future-Ready Design

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What it Costs to Ignore Fire Safety System Maintenance

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Salaries for Directors of Maintenance, Operations and Engineering

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Facility Champion 2025: Diane Bracken Understands What It Means to Work Hard

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Salaries for Director of Facilities or Senior Managers

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Improving Office Productivity With IAQ

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Miami Commercial Office Tower Setting Sustainability Standard

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Zero Waste Audits Reduce Costs While Improving ESG Efforts

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Keri Steers Improves Facilities and People's Lives

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Brandon McCullough Mixes Politics and Facilities Management Careers

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Fire Safety Goes Beyond Code Compliance and ITM

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Rising Cybersecurity Risks in Building Management Systems

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How Chicago Public Schools Raised the Bar for Healthy Schools

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2025 Facility Champion: Military Background Helps Mike Baranovic Find Career Path

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New Bill on Indoor Air Quality in Education Facilities Proposed

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NFMT Remix 2025: What You Need to Know

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Salaries for Chief of Facilities or Vice President of Facilities

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Facility Condition Assessments Provide Data for Essential Maintenance

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SeaPort Manatee Strengthens Security with Scalable, Integrated Technologies

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Finding Career Success by Making Intentional Career Choices

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How to Address the Generational Gap in Facilities Management

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Critical Skills: Continuous Improvement as a Facilities Manager

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Baltimore Convention Center’s Needs Shape Lift Equipment Decisions

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2025 Facility Champion: Wright Davis Keeps Naval Academy Facilities in Shipshape

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2025 Facility Management and Maintenance Salaries

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The Craziest Things Found in Education Facilities

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2025 Data for Facility Executive Compensation

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How to Appeal to Employees During Return-to-Office Mandates

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What Do Workers Really Want from Workplace IAQ?

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Managing Quality Facilities with Continuous Improvement

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Understanding the Facilities Manager’s Role

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Making Door Hardware Work

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What Facilities Managers Stand to Lose if Energy Star is Eliminated

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When "No" is Necessary for Staff Interactions

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Meeting New-Generation Challenges

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Facility Champion: Frank Miranda Recognizes What It Takes to be Great

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What Would You Fix with an Unlimited Budget?

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Gen Z and Millennial Workers Want Cleaner Indoor Air Quality

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Becoming an FM: Strategies for Understanding the Role

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Sustainable Commercial Flooring Trends and Benefits

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Transforming A Century-Old KU Icon Into a Modern Game Day Destination

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Does Your City Have One of the Nation's Ugliest Public Buildings?

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Adding No to a Facility Manager’s Vocabulary

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What Work/Life Balance Looks Like for a Working Facility Manager

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Data Centers Face Mounting Pressure from Energy Crunch

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Grant May Bring More Skilled Trade Employees Back to the Workforce

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2025 Facility Champion: Tracy Morgan’s Leadership Shines at Galveston College

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Strategy for Success: Saying ‘Yes’ to Almost Anything

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Renewable Energy: Myths and Misconceptions

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A ‘Vision’ Into the Future of Facility Management

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What to Know About Sustainable Flooring Options

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Staffing Challenges, High-Level Solutions

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Tia Freiburger on Leadership, Teamwork, and the Art of Facility Management

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Seattle Aquarium Weighs Lighting Needs of Aquatic Life and Staff

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Catholic University of America Leads with Solar Energy Project

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Hurricane Katrina 20 Years Later: How the Caesars Superdome was Restored

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Powering Husker Pride: Inside UNL's New Student Fitness Space

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The Benefits of Workplace Accommodations

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Universities Across the Country Fall Victim to Swatting Attempts

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Symbolism and Sustainability Shape New Chabad Center

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South Florida School District Expands Electric Bus Fleet

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24 Milwaukee Schools Damaged by Historic Flooding

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Leveling Up Your Facilities Management Game with John Rimer

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Safety Recommendations for the Traveling Facility Manager

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FacilitiesNet Announces 2025 Facility Champions Award Recipients

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Deferred Maintenance Affects Capital Planning, Portfolio Value

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What Do You Wish You Knew When You First Entered the Industry?

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12 Buildings Named in Legionnaires' Outbreak

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Facility Condition Assessments Deliver Benefits for Building Owners

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Women in FM: Navigating Motherhood in Facilities Management

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IWBI to Host Second Annual Healthy Building Policy Summit

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Turnstiles Power Intelligent Access at American University's Main Dining Hall

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Lighting Supports Form and Functionality in Parking Structure

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Retrofits or New Construction? Trend Emerges in Higher Education

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Deferred Maintenance Puts Owners’ Goals At Risk

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Women Leading the Next Evolution in Facilities Management

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Strategies for Protecting Indoor Air Quality in Emergencies

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Management Strategies for Tackling Legionella

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Why Facility Managers Must Prioritize Indoor Air Quality During Disasters

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The Double-Edged Sword of IoT

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Signs of Hope for EPA's Energy Star Program

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Grand Center Residence Hall Elevates Student Life at University of Tampa

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Why Energy Efficiency is a Tool for Nonprofit Resilience

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Planning Electric Vehicle Charging for Employee Parking

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Framing Nailers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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Learning to Communicate Well

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Strategic Planning Can Combat Legionnaire’s Disease

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Stephen Course Navigates Facilities Management Through Empathy

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Pennsylvania Convention Center Sets a National Example with Smart, Sustainable Upgrades

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The State of ESG in 2025

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More People Want Clean Air in Public Facilities

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NFMT Remix Returns to Orlando in 2025

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How Grounds Equipment Manufacturers Are Driving Sustainable Maintenance

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Repair or Replace: How to Evaluate Aging Chillers

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The Key Role Facilities Play in Mental Wellness

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Over 1,000 Guns Confiscated - A Wake-Up Call for Hospital Safety

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Durable Coatings Key to Sustainability Goals

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Establishing a Pest Control Plan

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Architectural Coatings Not Just for Aesthetics Anymore

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Steep Copper Tariffs May Lead to More Thefts

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The Strangest Things Facility Managers Have Found in Buildings

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9% of Millennials Use Drugs While Working

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Unlock Funding for Facility Projects

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Emergency Preparedness: When First Responders are Unable to Immediately Respond

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Marriott's Jim Obermaier Featured Speaker at NFMT Remix

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How Norristown Schools Are Reimagining Security and Emergency Preparedness

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What to Consider When Weather Proofing Buildings

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How a California School Tackles Transportation Problems

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NY Breweries Tap Hand Dryers for Cleaner, Greener Restrooms

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Personal Protective Equipment Plays a Major Role in Job Safety

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North Shore School District 112 First to Implement New Geothermal Energy Solution

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Cultivating the Next Generation of Facility Leaders 

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Will Updated Technology Get Employees Back in the Office?

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Air Conditioning Woes Continue for Chicago Area Hospitals

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Emergency Preparedness: Going Beyond the Basics

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How Community Engagement is Shaping the Future of Data Centers

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DOE Proposal Targets Federal Accessibility Funds

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Trine University's SDI Center Blends High-Tech Design with Historic Growth

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What New Facility Managers and Technicians Need to Know

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More Amenities, More Revenue as Sports Facilities Evolve

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The Highs and Lows of Traveling for Work

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What is the Strangest Thing You Found in Your Facility?

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Making the Case for Ground Source Heat Pumps

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Prioritizing Occupant Experience Means Rethinking Office Amenities

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Listen to Your ‘Check Building Light’

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Initiative Targets Skilled Trades in Facilities

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When a Job Becomes a Profession

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What Amenities Employees Are Looking For as They Return to the Office

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Universities Embracing Sustainable, Wellness Initiatives

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Effective Work Plans Deliver Benefits for Facilities, Organizations

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Top Recalls of 2025 So Far

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From Vision to Action: Workshopping Sustainability Planning in Data Centers

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The Robotic Evolution in Groundskeeping

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Healthcare Facilities Recognized for Sustainability, Resilience

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LEED + WELL Streamlined Certification Process Triples in Two Years

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Trade Jobs Offer Gen Z More Job Security

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Sustainable Track Renovation for Louisiana High School

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K-12 Districts Receive IAQ Funding

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GSA: Federal Maintenance Backlog Could Top $20 Billion

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Prefabrication: A Unique Approach to Designing and Building Luxury Hotels

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Lighting Controls Training Course Program Expanded

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Green Globes Launches Data Center Certification

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Must Have Time Mangement Habits for Women in FM

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Chicago Hospital Loses Air Conditioning During Heat Wave

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AI Boom Causing Soaring Energy Bills 

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Tariffs 101: What Facility Managers Need to Know About Supply Chains

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Building Professional Respect in Facilities Through Excellence

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SOPs, ROI and the Bottom Line

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Three Anti-Renewable Energy Bills Fail in Texas Legislature

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3 Backup Power Solutions to Ensure Business Continuity

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Common HVAC Missteps and Myths

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New Steel, Aluminum Tariffs Will Dramatically Raise Construction Costs

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What Top Ranked Companies Have in Common

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A Gen Z Take on Technology and Trades

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Transforming Big Box Stores into Community Healthcare Hubs

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How Market Uncertainty Impacts FM Purchasing

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Sustainability Beyond the Restroom

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Electrifying a Fleet: Pittsburg Unified School District's Switch to Electric Vehicles

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'Truly Shameful': Dallas Faces Deferred Maintenance Crisis

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Losing Energy Star is Bad for the Industry 

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What Leadership Means to Facility Managers in 2025

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Marriott Facilities Meet Challenging Climate With High-Performance HVAC Systems

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How Acoustics Impact Office Productivity

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The Power of Standard Operating Procedures in Maintenance

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Nominations Open for the 2025 Facility Champion Award

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Gen Z is Sick of Being Called Lazy

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Vibrant Glass Mural Transforms Brooklyn School Entrance

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Early Entry into Facilities Paves Way for Long Career

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Designing for the Future Workplace: Inside Colliers' New Portland Office

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Baltimore Rightsizes its Aging Facilities

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Intuit Dome Setting Standards for Restrooms at NBA Arenas

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Minnesota, Sports Teams Spar Over Facility Upgrades Financing

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Is There a Moral Code Behind Using AI?

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Flood Threat Reveals Prisons' Lack of Emergency Preparedness

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Fan and Athlete Experience Elevated at Kansas State's Dual-Purpose Arena

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Tackling Deferred Maintenance: How Right-Sizing Is Reshaping Baltimore's Facilities

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Lead Crisis Continues: What Managers Need to Know

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Women Lead the Charge in Facilities Management Transformation

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EPA Announces Rollbacks on Limits of Forever Chemicals

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How Cleaning Can Improve Indoor Air Quality and Occupant Health

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Historic St. Petersburg High School Undergoes Landmark Renovation

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How Do You Use Social Media for Work?

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How AI Can Deliver Faster, Actionable Facility Insights

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AI Is Driving Water Consumption to Unsustainable Highs

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What Facility Managers Can Learn from Global Cleaning Industry Innovations

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Fayetteville State University New $40M Residence Hall for Freshmen and Sophomores

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After Months of Complaints, Barricades Removed Near Trump Tower

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10 Inmates Escape Orleans Justice Center Through Hole Behind Toilet

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How Women Can Advance in Facilities Management

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NYC Hospitals Outline Resilience Gains

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Keeping Downtowns Alive with Historical Building Preservation

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Unlocking Operational Savings with ESCOs

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Six Events in Six Days: How Climate Pledge Arena Turns Over its Facility

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5 Steps to Achieving Sustainable Renovations

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5 Ways the Lumon Headquarters Is a Facility Management Nightmare

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Cat Antenucci: Facility Champion, Leader and Running the Show

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Modern Zinc-Clad Career Center Joins Longevity with Learning in Central Valley

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Celebrating Facilities Managers with World FM Day

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Running Safety Drills Proven to be Successful During Emergency Situations

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Almost Half of U.S. Breathes Unhealthy Air

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Trump Signs Order to Add More Apprenticeship Programs

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Reaching Future Leaders in Facility Management 

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Inside the Push for Net-Zero Schools

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EV Charging Stations Boosts Airport’s Sustainability Efforts

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Dr. Alicia Hart Leads Operations at Virginia K-12 School District

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How to Avoid Termite Infestations in Facilities

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Elevator Issues Plague UCLA

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Komatsu's Milwaukee HQ Sets Sustainability Benchmark with LEED Gold Campus

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Healthy Schools: A Strategy for Better Indoor Environments

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Start Training on Day One — Then Never Stop

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Women in FM: Top States for Working Moms

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Going Off the Grid: Solutions for Data Center Power Demands

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Kentucky Airport Boosts Sustainability Efforts

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Making Better Managers: Lessons in Leadership, Trust and Transition

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Tailoring Door Hardware Strategies to Facility Needs

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Top 5 Solar States of 2024

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Exploring LEED v5: Resilience, Health and Sustainability

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New LEED Version Focuses on Decarbonization, Resilience

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Legionella Found in Courthouse's Water System

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Cyberattacks Appear to Be Hitting a Low

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Women in FM: Navigating and Overcoming Bias within Facilities Management

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Can Solar Help Offset the AI's Energy Demand? 

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House Committee Passes Standard on Lithium-Ion Batteries

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Doors and Hardware Evolve to Meet New-Generation Challenges

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Trump Tariffs: Is Cost Uncertainty Affecting FM's Ability to Plan Ahead?

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What HVAC Challenges are FMs Encountering?

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Robotics May Be a Potential Solution to Ongoing Labor Shortage

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California's Higher Ed Deferred Maintenance Hits $17.4 Billion

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Higher Ed Facilities Grapple with Shifting Campuses and Spending

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How Trump’s Tariff’s May Affect Facility Management

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How to Embrace the Future with Adaptive Reuse

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Are Schools Ready for the Next Pandemic?

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Tools for Measuring Organizational Performance

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3 Major Threats to Data Center Operations

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LEEDv5 Provides Opportunities for Facility Managers to Add Value

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Stalled Billions Undermine University's Construction Plans

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Milwaukee Lead Crisis Impacted by Federal Layoffs

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School District Tackles Air Quality Crisis with Butterfly-Inspired Technology

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Certifications Carry Value for Facility Managers

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Benefits of a Third-party Facility Condition Assessment

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How to Defend Against Cyberattacks via IoT Devices

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Data on Facilities’ Front Lines

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Why Access Control and Communication Matter for School Safety

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Investing in Success: The Rise of Facilities Performance Management

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Refreshed Amenities Suite for Class-A Office 

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Workplace Injuries Down as Safety Initiatives Grow

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America's Schools Receive 'D+' for Their Infrastructure

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How Mount Horeb Area School District Prevented an Active Shooter Event

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FacilitiesNet and NFMT Mourns the Loss of Dean Kashiwagi

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Benefits of Facility Condition Assessments

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In Search of Champions

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The Latest in Roofing Codes and Regulations

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NFMT Spotlights Current Facility Challenges

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Rebuilding for Resilience: Gulf District Schools' Modern, Sustainable Learning Spaces

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A Firsthand Recount of Surviving the Maui Wildfire

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From School Roles to Facility Director: How Nick Svehla Expanded His Career

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Visitor Management Strategies to Keep Building Occupants Safe

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How to Build a K-12 Sustainability Team

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What FM Certification is Right for You?

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City of Amarillo Embraces Use of Autonomous Mowers

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How to Select the Right Vendor for Your Facility

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Denver Extends Deadline for Building Electrification Compliance

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Restroom Rankings: Kansas City Tops U.S. in Availability

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Green Schoolyards Help Accomplish Sustainability Goals

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Positive Attitude Ranked Top Qualification for Facility Managers

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Current Trends for Data Center Lighting

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Awards Recognize Achievements in Healthy Buildings

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Orthomosaics: Updating Condition Assessments with Drone and AI Technology

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Solar Combiner Cables Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Why Cleanliness Matters in Public Restrooms

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Behind the Scenes at the National Aquarium

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MUSE School Installs Daylighting Systems to Align with Sustainability Goals

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How Building Owners Can Guard Against Growing Cyber Risks

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More CFOs to Invest in Sustainable Initiatives

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Fitness Meets Sustainability at Universal Athletic Club

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Mistakes and Misconceptions Surrounding Green Roofs

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How Facility Managers can Prevent Cyberattacks

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What Should Facility Managers Look For In a New Hire?

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AI Used to Help Fill Labor Gaps Among Ongoing Shortage

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Can Predictive Maintenance Enhance Real Property Asset Management?

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Marriott Facilities Executive Brings Human Touch to Profession

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Impact of Earthquakes Considered in Resilient Designs 

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Center for Green Schools Announces 2025 Best of Green Schools

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GSA Resource Targets Underused Office Space

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Facilities Going ‘Big’ with Data Centers

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Adapting Office Design for Hybrid Success

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Ensuring Green Roofs Deliver

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Fire, Downed Wire Near BWI Airport Cause Power Outage

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Public Restrooms Improve Efficiency with All-in-One Handwashing Stations

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NFMT Provides Opportunity for Fresh Perspectives

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Women in FM to Discuss Change Management, Confidence and More at NFMT Baltimore

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How Los Angeles County Employees Prepare for Wildfires

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GSA Posts, Deletes List of 400 Facilities to Offload

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Signs Your Facility Has Termites

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How Return to Office is Reshaping Facility Management in 2025

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Premium Seats Enhance Steelers Game Day at Acrisure Stadium

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U.S. Adds Record Solar Capacity in 2024

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Retirement Not on the Horizon for Gen X

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3 Best Practices for K-12 Outdoor Designs

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Kentucky School District Benefits from ESCO Agreement

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2025 U.S. Real Estate: Data-Driven Strategies for Resilience and Growth

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U.S. Climate Alliance Reiterates Its Commitment to Paris Agreement Goals

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GSA Looks to Cut Facilities by 50 Percent

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VA Hospital's Elevators Have Injured 12

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Will 179D Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions Survive Trump?

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Optimizing ESG Goals and Costs with Technology and Data

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Judge Blocks NIH Funding Freeze, Protecting Maintenance Money

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What to Expect from Steel, Aluminum Tariffs

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Data Center Energy Demand Reviving Coal-Fired Power Plants

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L.A. Live Facilities Earn Prestigious WELL Health-Safety Rating

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New Tool Tracks Facility Progress to Net Zero

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New Disney+ Show Introduces Kids to Facilities Management

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Juvenile Detention Center Reflects New Correctional Facilities Approach

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Steps to Prevent Fires During Work on Historic Buildings

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High Levels of Lead Found in Milwaukee Public Schools

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3 Benefits of Waterless Urinals

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How Facility Managers Can Prepare for Severe Weather Emergencies

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Seating Solutions Enhance Supporter Sections at Top U.S. Soccer Stadiums

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The Latest Innovations in Sustainability and Efficiency for Restroom Fixtures

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Carbon Monoxide in Hotel Sends Three to Hospital

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Managers Discuss Incoming Technology Trends in Groundskeeping

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Upgrading the Massachusetts State Transportation Building with Modern Entryways

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Leadership vs. Supervision: Key Differences & Strategies

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Baltimore Ravens Expand VIP Experience with Seating Upgrades at M&T Bank Stadium

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Snow Throwers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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Develop Your Career by Attending Industry Events

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ESCO Relationships Continue to Evolve

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Grounds Management Experts Predict the Industry's Future

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Water Heater Upgrades Improve Energy Efficiency at Quinnipiac University 

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Massachusetts is Top LEED State for 2024

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Intuit Dome Selects Restroom Fixtures to Meet Sustainability Goals

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How the Caesars Superdome Rebuilt After Hurricane Katrina

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Facilities Pros: Don’t Miss These 2025 Updates

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Facilities Director Preserves Music History at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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Strategies and Tactics for Becoming a Facilities Leader

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Road to Recovery: Los Angeles Schools Rebuild After Fires

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The Evolving Role of Facilities Managers in Wellness

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Facilities in Focus: How Joplin School District Recovered After the 2011 Tornado

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California Students Return to School After LA Wildfires

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Chicago City Buildings Now Powered with 100 Percent Renewable Energy

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Manager’s Early Insight Launches Facilities Career

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Upgrades Improve Sustainability, Efficiency at Quinnipiac University

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Navigating Federal Funding Challenges: What FMs Need to Know

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Lamar Consolidated Independent School District Upgrades Security with Weapon Detection

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Hybrid Work May Fall as Buildings Remain Vacant

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LEED O+M Certification Experiences Rapid Growth

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Streamline Energy Costs with TAP Expertise

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AIA Denounces Executive Order on Architecture

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Building Owners Sue the State of Maryland Over Environmental Regulations

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8 Reasons to Plan Landscaping Projects in the Winter

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Michigan Schools Upgrade Drinking Water Fixtures for Cleaner Water

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DOE Program Powers Cost-Effective Clean Energy

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How to Winterize a Facility's HVAC Systems

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Trump Signs 5 Executive Orders Dropping Sustainable Efforts

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Space Management with Smart Technology

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Facilities Risks Threaten Higher Education

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U.S. Government Facilities on Track to Meet Sustainability Goals

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Office Chair Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

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Data Center Selects Chiller-less System for Sustainable Cooling

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DEI Can Bring Big, Tangible Benefits for FMs

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Could Renewable Energy Soon Be Illegal in Some States?

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Amherst College Science Building Outfitted with Balanced Doors

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8 Essential Elements for Emergency Preparedness Plans

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Biden Administration Sets New Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target

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NEMA Standards Target Grid Reliability

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How Smart Restrooms Make Facilities More Efficient

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Lessons on the Road to Overseeing Chicago’s K-12 Facilities

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Bird Deaths Way Down at McCormick Place

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Port of Montreal Tower Showcases Custom Curtainwall for Quality and Performance

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Mistakes to Avoid When Making Emergency Plans for Schools

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How to Recruit More Women to Join Facilities Management

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2024 Was the Hottest Year on Record

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Boost Capital Plans with FCA Insights

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Emergency Preparedness Plans for Protecting Facilities, Occupants

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Introducing the Facilities in Focus Podcast

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GSA Awards Historic Electric Contract

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Making Networked Lighting Controls Work

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What to Expect at NFMT 2025

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Making Renewable Technology Work 

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Washington D.C. Braces for Whirlwind Week of Security Challenges

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K-12 School Districts and Universities Emphasize Disaster Planning

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Innovative Seating and Design Transform Houston's Shell Energy Stadium

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Decoding the Cycle of Facilities Management Innovation and Evolution

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How to Leverage CMMS in Capital Planning

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New York Funds Apprenticeship Program for Clean Energy Jobs

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Doing Nothing Is Not Free 

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Succession Planning During the Retirement Boom

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Accessibility Complaints Under ABA Rose 70 Percent in 2024

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Gen Z Eager to Start Career in Trades

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FacilitiesNet Editors' Favorite Articles of 2024

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Youth Coalition Helps Chart a Climate Course for Tucson Schools

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Maintenance: The Right Thing for the Environment 

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The Importance of Exit Interviews

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Flooring a Centerpiece of University Renovation 

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Building Blocks of Facilities Management

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Texas Voters Back More Money for School Maintenance

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New-Generation Software to Meet Facilities’ Needs

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School Shootings on Pace to Shatter Record from 2022

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Wanted: The Next Generation of Technicians

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Future-Proofing the Energy Efficiency of New LED Lighting

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An Office That Supports Company Culture and Workflow

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Military Veterans Find Careers in Facilities

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Boar's Head Resort Outfitted with Auto-Chlor System

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Madison Centralizes City Service with LEED Gold Fleet Building

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The First 100 Days as a Facility Manager: What You Need to Know

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Lighting’s Role in Decarbonization Efforts

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Clean Your Data and the Benefits Will Follow

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Understanding Design Considerations to Prevent Legionella

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MSU's Thurgood Marshall Hall Makes Use of Rockfon Products

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Las Vegas Casinos Lose $100 Million from Cyberattack

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Artificial Intelligence Uses Extreme Amount of Electricity

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Continuing Education Works as a Retention Technique

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Government Facility Sustainability Challenges and Solutions

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2023 Facility Champion: Mark Edwards Displays Strong Leadership for Marriott Properties

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University Focuses on Collaborative Spaces

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Building Owners Lead the Way to Carbon Neutrality

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Morgan State University to Up Security, Build Wall After Shooting

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2023 Facility Champion: Richard Mason's Experience Guides Facility into New Era

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Managing Municipal Facilities: Adapting to Growth and Challenges

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Rethinking Indoor Health: ‘COVID Changed Things’

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Manager Rises Through Facilities Ranks

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Tuten Labs Integrates Facilio Technology Solutions

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2023 Facility Champion: Leo Bobadilla Takes Team-Oriented Approach to Success

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KPIs in Facility Management: Key to Data-Driven Decisions

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Optimizing Roofing Investments with Coating Choices

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Occupant Safety is Every Facility Manager’s Responsibility

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Digital Tools Transform Technicians' Work

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Flooding Forces Part of Central Park to Close

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How Roofing Code Changes Drive Innovation

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Team Success Secrets: Communication and Motivation Strategies

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Transforming Commercial Spaces for a Post-Pandemic Future

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Boost Occupant Health and Value with These Cost-Effective Facility Management Strategies

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2023 Facility Champion: Kristian Byk Emphasizes Safety, Communication at School

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Office Relocation: Fostering Collaboration and Culture

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Facility Managers are Critical Factors for Cybersecurity

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Choosing the Right Roof Coatings: Budget and Specifications

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Balancing AI and Human Expertise in Facilities Management

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Modesto Transit Center Upgrade: Touchless, Hygienic Restrooms

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2023 Facility Champion: Steve Smith Helps Lead Hospital into the Future

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Hot Water Technology Advancements: A Facility Manager's Guide

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Turning Facility Data into Bottom-Line Benefits

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Will AI Take Your Job?

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How to Perform a Complete Flush of a Building’s Water System

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Post-Pandemic Commercial Real Estate: A New Era

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Schools Nationwide Cope With Mold Outbreaks

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University of Kansas and Ole Miss Stadiums Outfitted with Modular VIP Seating System

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Funding Available to Schools for HVAC Upgrades

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Gen Z Prioritizes Working for Companies with DEI Initiatives

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FEMA Grants $3 Billion to Bolster Resilience

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Finding the Right Recipe for Facilities Management

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California Building Codes Emphasize Reducing Embodied Carbons

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PCBs Plague U.S. Air Force Facilities

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Electrification and Sustainability: The Future of Grounds Management

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Fire Protection System Challenges

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Boston Nixes Fossil Fuel Use in New City Facilities

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Las Vegas Casinos Experience Cyberattacks

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College Esports Require a Tech-savvy Hub

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Leaks and Pipe Burts: What Facility Managers Need to Know

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8 Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in Facility Management

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Rochester, Minnesota to Invest in Geothermal Energy

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Water Street Tampa Becomes First WELL Certified Community

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Ceilume Products Used in Redesign of Historic Building

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It’s Never too Early to Prepare a Winter Treatment Plan

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Floating Solar Arrays an Emerging Technology in U.S.

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Cold Truths About Facility Resilience

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Assessing and Optimizing Educational Facility Spaces

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Avoiding Disaster: Clogs, Leaks and Bursts 

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Tips for Facility Managers on How to Address a Boiler Project

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Data Privacy and Ethical Considerations for Artificial Intelligence

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Who is Responsible for Workplace Safety?

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Staffing Strategies from Recruitment to Retention

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Clemson University's December Freeze: Emergency Response Success

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How to Improve the Restroom Experience

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Building Operating Management Launches Facility Influencer Program

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Baltimore Aircoil Company Develops Solution for Smithsonian

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Robots Making Impact in Snow & Ice Management Preparation

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Enhancing Houston's Emergency Preparedness Plans

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The Importance of Scheduled Boiler Inspections 

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Workplace Safety: A Secret to Successful Hiring?

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Power Plant Fire Affects Iowa State University

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COVID-19 Shuts Down School Districts

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Career Management in Facilities Maintenance

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PBJ Tech Hub Program Approved by Major Utilities

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What a Four-Day Workweek Means for Facility Managers

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Did Hawaiian Electric Compromise Evidence in Wildfire Probe?

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Denver Ranks No. 1 as Most Climate Resilient City in U.S.

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Hawaiian Utility Facing Lawsuits over Role in Deadly Wildfires

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Planning for Resiliency in Critical Care Facilities

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Hot Weather Tests K-12 Schools' HVAC Systems

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Four-Day Workweek: Pros and Cons

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Facing Future: Strategies for the Next Generation Office

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Tips for Purchasing Personal Protective Equipment

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Federal Bills Would Fund Healthcare, School Improvements

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Embracing MEWP Safety, Fatalities Decrease

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Maximizing ROI: Choosing Flooring for Long-Term Performance

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Daikin Recalls Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard

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UW-Platteville's Sesquicentennial Hall Outfitted with RHEINZINK Tiles

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5th Annual Vision Awards Winners Announced

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Zoo Transforms Retired Monorail Line into Vibrant Walking Path

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Emergency Response to Hawaii Wildfires Receiving Scrutiny

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Managing the Building Envelope

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Enhance Energy Performance with Metal Roofing

Building Operating Management
Forming a Floor Plan for Institutional and Commercial Facilities

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From IAQ to Energy Efficiency: HVAC Upgrades Post-Pandemic

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Safety First with Lift Equipment

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An Architect’s Journey to Facilities Management

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University of Pittsburgh Implements SolarEdge DC Solar Installations

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Transforming Denver Public Schools: A Path to Carbon Neutrality by 2050

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How the University of Chicago Streamlined its Security Upgrade

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Tornado Warning Leads to Confusion at Outdoor Concert Venue

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EPA Answers Questions on Lithium Ion Batteries

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What's the Buzz on Drones for Facility Management?

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Climate Change Demands Healthier Buildings

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Saugus Middle School Makes Use of Dri-Design Aluminum Panels

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Denver Public Schools Embraces Net-Zero Plan

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Elevating Restroom Hygiene with IoT Innovations

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The Shift in Access Control Systems for Education Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Revisiting the HVAC-IAQ Connection

Building Operating Management
From Teaching to Facilities Management: How Machion Jackson Found Her Calling

Building Operating Management
Stability Coming Back to Supply Chain

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Getting Serious about Facilities Cybersecurity

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Inflation Reduction Act: One Year Later

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Ensuring Safety and Performance: Choosing the Right Batteries for Power Tools

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A New Era of Sustainability

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IAQ, Labor Shortage Challenges Public Perception on School Facilities Managers

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Lighting, Restroom Retrofits Highlight JPMorgan Chase Renovation

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Scottsdale Implements International Green Construction Code

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Birds Use Anti-Bird Architecture to Build New Nests

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Power Tool Safety: Essential Practices for Optimal Workplace Protection

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The Vital Role of Facilities Managers in K-12 School Operations

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ESCO Relationship Benefits Service Company, Facilities

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Arizona Reinstates School Inspections

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Department of Energy Announces $90 Million to Update Energy Codes

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What Happens if a Facility is Not ADA-Compliant?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Does Not Necessarily Mean Safe

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Successfully Rent Equipment

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Ransomware Attacks on Healthcare Increasing in Frequency, Severity

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Small New York City at Forefront of Decarbonization Push

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Ruling Favors Wrigley Field in ADA Lawsuit

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The Road from Silicon Valley to Managing Facilities

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How Sustainability Staff in Schools Drive Cost Savings Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Building Operating Management
A Surge in Electric Vehicles Brings Fewer but Harder Fires to Fight

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GSA Commits $1 Billion to Sustainable Facilities

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University Sues Cleaning Contractor for $1 Million 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Efficiency and Organization in Storeroom Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Las Vegas-Area Schools Double Down on IAQ Issues

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2 States Move to Commit Billions to K-12 Maintenance

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Georgia Utility Pollinating Areas Used for Solar Power Arrays

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Hiring the Next Generation of Facilities Management

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New York State Program Offers Rewards for Electrification Programs

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Rethinking Grounds Care to Benefit the Environment

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Rutgers University Expands Solar Power Footprint

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4 Killed in New York Fire Sparked by Lithium-Ion Battery

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Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Top 4 HVAC Cooling Options Beyond Traditional

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OSHA Reminds Grounds Managers of Job Hazards

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How the Pandemic is Influencing Future Student Housing Projects

Building Operating Management
5 Risk Mitigation Strategies for Facility Managers in a Hard Market

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Reducing Embodied Carbons Key to Achieving Net-Zero Status

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Trend Alert: Abandoned Malls Become Pickleball Courts

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DOE Program Provides Boost for 25 School Districts

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GSA, DHS Partner to Cut Building Emissions

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Poor Indoor Air Quality Concerns More Americans

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Hedge Trimmers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Building Operating Management
LiDAR’s Role in Assessing Facility Conditions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Imaging and Electronic Leak Detection: The Future of Roof Inspection

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River Forest Tennis Club Locker Rooms Updated with Sloan Technologies

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Top Student Housing Design Trends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Director Follows Calling into Higher Education Facilities Management

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How Do ADA Regulations Differ from Building Codes?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safe Drain Cleaning: Training and Equipment Maintenance for Commercial Facilities

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Servers at Mar-A-Lago Nearly Destroyed in Pool Flood

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Water Management: Climate Pledge Arena's Green Initiatives

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Georgia World Congress Center Upgrades Boilers and Chillers, Ensuring Efficiency and Continuity

Building Operating Management
How Office Environments Influence Productivity and Well-being

Building Operating Management
Will Artificial Intelligence Take Facilities Management Jobs?

Building Operating Management
Hospital Transforms into a Modern Maternity Center

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Consequences of Overlooking Roofing Inspections

Building Operating Management
Protecting Your Workplace: 6 Essential Steps for Safety

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Pools and Spas Focus of New Maintenance Standard

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Treasure Bay Casino and Hotel Makes Use of FreshAir Sensors to Enforce Smoking Policies

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Debt Ceiling Deal Makes it Easier to Build New Clean Projects

Building Operating Management
Chattanooga Lays Out Plan for Sustainable Future 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Chicago Boosts Maintenance Efficiency with Upgraded CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Weigh Options for Battery Powered Equipment

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How to Future-proof Mission Critical Facilities 

Building Operating Management
Beyond the Rooftop: Understanding Alternative Solar Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Case for Centralizing Maintenance Activities

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Metro Waterproofing Uses Polyglass Products for Grand Hyatt Memphis Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Inside Story on Solving Staffing Woes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Benefits of Augmented Reality in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Chattanooga Setting Energy, Sustainability Standards for U.S. Cities

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K-12 Active Shooters Target of New CISA Toolkit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Struggles and Solutions: Overcoming Maintenance Staffing Challenges

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Advice for Grounds Managers About Taking Care of Sports Fields

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Hiring IAQ Staff Benefits Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Military Veterans Can Help Fill Facilities Job Openings

Building Operating Management
Student Housing New Construction Challenges

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Mall of America Integrates SARA Security Dashboard

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NFMT Remix Education Focuses on Latest Trends and Technology

Building Operating Management
Training and Testing Facility Violence Prevention Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choosing the Right Coating for Parking Garages

Building Operating Management
How the Willis Tower Began its Renovation

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From Gas to Electric: How Facilities are Converting Grounds Equipment

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Decarbonization is Not as Difficult as it Sounds

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Los Angeles Hospital Uses TrashBots to Reduce Contamination in Recycling and Composting

Building Operating Management
Student Housing That Offers Security, but Remains Inviting

Building Operating Management
How Crisis Architecture can Complement Business Continuity Plans

Building Operating Management
Office Space: Bellwether for Distress or Opportunity for Revitalization?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Protecting Parking Garages with Sealers and Coatings

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Facial Recognition Technology getting Trial Run from TSA

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Majority of Facility Managers Have Staff Vacancies

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How to Keep Up with Emergency Preparedness

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FreshAir Sensor Smoking Detection System Used in Casino Hotel

Building Operating Management
Chicago's Willis Tower's $500 Million Upgrade Includes HVAC Work

Building Operating Management
The Costs Surrounding Lighting Upgrades

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What Can ChatGPT Do for Facility Managers?

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FacilitiesNet Celebrates World Facilities Management Day

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How to Prevent Cybersecurity Attacks in Facility Management

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SGA Releases Workplace Amenities Report

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'The Toilet Paper Gave Me a Rash' and Other Facilities Complaints

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofing Standards Evolve with The Times

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How Artificial Intelligence Affects Facilities Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing and Fall Protection: Key Safety Considerations

Building Operating Management
Modernizing the Rich History of Religious Facilities

News & Views
Western Specialty Contractors Completes Improvements to Melching Field Stadium 

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Benefits of Virtual Power Plants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Metaverse is Here: How Should Facility Managers Handle It?

Building Operating Management
HVAC Trends: What Facility Managers Need to Know

Building Operating Management
How to Plan Cybersecurity for Smart Buildings

Building Operating Management
Staffing Solution: Recognition Retains Top Talent

News & Views
NFMT Remix is Orlando Bound Fall 2023

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Lock Socket Solutions Used in the Houston Methodist Hospital System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Maintenance Checklist

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What to Know About ADA Signage in Your Facility

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Green Seal Releases New Report

Building Operating Management
Preparation is Key When Pursuing a Boiler Upgrade

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Mystery Clogs and Strange Smells: School Complaints

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Electric Vehicles Use Curtails Emergency Room Visits

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Oakland A's Playing Possum with Broadcasters

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What Does CCTV Stand For?

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity Threats Make Their Way Through Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Doors and Hardwares Sees Technology Evolution

News & Views
NFMT 2023: Success in Baltimore

Building Operating Management
Reworking Retail Space into Coworking Offices

Building Operating Management
How the Inflation Reduction Act is Accelerating Energy Projects

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Moose Enters Alaska Hospital

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New York City to Add Video Doorbells to Elementary Schools

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Industry Groups Streamline Process for Obtaining Certifications

Building Operating Management
Creating a Modern Space That Preserves the Past

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Schools Learn Lessons on IAQ

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Climate Change Contributes to Modest Rise in Home Runs

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Vikings Stadium Requiring $280 Million for Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A New Era for Door Hardware and Access Control

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How Universities are Benefiting from Partnering with Utilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Director's Journey from Trades to Leadership

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Cockroaches, Patient Safety Issues Plague Florida Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Metrics and Managers: Finding and Sharing Critical Data

News & Views
Historic Armory at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Restored

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What to Consider Before Using Portable Cooling

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K-12 Facilities Leaders Make Case for More Federal Funding

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls Come of Age

Building Operating Management
Will Hiring Ever Return to Normal? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Care Manager Keeps Central Park Looking Pristine

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seeing Facilities from a Different Point of View

News & Views
Arbor Park School District 145 Updated with Celiume Thermoformed Acoustic Panels

News & Views
Supreme Court Case Focuses on ADA Lawsuits

Building Operating Management
How Increasing Digitization Will Transform Facility Management

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Deferred Maintenance Gap Widens in K-12 Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
First and Last Impression: Aesthetically Pleasing Landscapes

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Codes to Know for Panic Hardware

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ICC Releases Building Security Report and Guidance

Building Operating Management
10 Must-Read Books for Facility Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Costly CMMS Mistakes

News & Views
New Tool Validates Water Quality in Facilities 

Building Operating Management
Supporting Occupant Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety Challenges, Mistakes and Misconceptions

Building Operating Management
What to be Aware of During Wildfire Season

News & Views
Challenges in Facility Management During and Emerging from the Pandemic

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Facility Managers at Universities Brace for Tornado Season

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Introducing Gen Z to Grounds Management Through TikTok

Building Operating Management
Designing for Esports in K-12 Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Maintenance Benefits of 3D Cameras and Imaging in Facilities

Building Operating Management
4 Considerations for Installing Electric Vehicles Chargers at Commercial Sites

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Scooter Battery Cause of Massive NYC Supermarket Fire

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California City Announces Sustainability Plan

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Ecofibre American HQ Outfitted with Sustainable Lighting from Solatube International

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Weather Wreaks Havoc on California Facilities

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Face Year-Round Wildfire Challenges

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What is the WELL Equity Rating?

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Hope's University and Peyton Boyd Architect PC Restore the Birthplace of Country Music Museum

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Teachers Give Low Marks to School Conditions

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Michigan State Campus Lacking Common Security Features

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Madison to Require 'Tune-Ups' of Large Commercial Building

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Impact of ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Changes

Building Operating Management
How to Build a Sustainability Program

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San Francisco Schools Face Condition, Funding Crisis

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Maintaining Schools During Extreme Weather Events

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Sloan Park Provides Sustainability for Drought-ridden Arizona

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How Can Facility Managers Prepare for Emergency Situations?

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Facilities Embracing Smart Technology for Infection Control Practices

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Kansas City Airport Earns LEED v4 Gold Certification

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North Dakota May Sue Minnesota Over Renewable Energy

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5 Things to Know when Upgrading Building Control Systems

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Energy Management System Improves Convention Center Efficiency

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Using A Cat for Pest Control: What Can Go Wrong?

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International Code Council to Revise its Code Development Process

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Learn From Your Peers at NFMT

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Hope's Windows Hurricane Pivot Doors Pass Wind Tests

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College Campuses Teaming with Utilities to meet HVAC, Sustainability Goals

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FM Builds Spring Training Facility, Maintenance Team

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Cybersecurity Breach Compromises U.S. Marshals Information

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Pandemic Bills Provide K-12 Schools with HVAC Upgrade Opportunities

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Mall Parking Structure Collapse Damages 2 Vehicles

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Electrifying K-12 HVAC Systems

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Pooping Dogs, Sticky Doors, and Women with Urinal Problems: Complaints from Government Facilities 

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Chicago Public Schools to Spend $76.3 Million on Security Upgrades

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How Boilers are Affecting Facilities Managers

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IAQ Concerns in Workplace Double for Employees

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Mike Evans to Speak at NFMT

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How Does Your Facility Rank in Health and Wellness?

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How Can Grounds Managers Make the Switch from Gas to Electric Equipment?

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Installing Trauma Kits as Part of an Emergency Response Plan

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Landmark New York City Skyscraper Already Considered Outdated

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Low-Hanging 'Nuts': Crazy Complaints from Office Tenants

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What are the Benefits of Electric Utility Vehicles?

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Biden Fires Architect of the Capitol

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3 Ways to Identify Potential Capital Projects

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Why Facilities Should Use Green Seal Certified Paints

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New SmartWatt Boiler Installed at Wesleyan University

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What is the Green Globes Certification and How Can it Benefit Facilities?

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Flex Space in Facilities Taking on New Meaning

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How to Connect Buildings and Building Occupants to Nature

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Best Ways to Make a Foolproof Business Case

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International Code Council Publishes New Resource Guide

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Green Roof Delivers Sustainability Benefits for Javits Center

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What Is the Inflation Reduction Act and How to Use it for Energy Projects?

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Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

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Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding Electric Utility Vehicles

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Knowing Limitations and When to Ask Questions in Facilities Management

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$15.1 Billion in Upgrades Plague California Higher Ed

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Underwater Garages Serve as Alternative for Bike Storage

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Education Facilities Managers Work to Fight the Great Resignation

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Transforming a Semi-Vacant Office Building Into a Biotech Hub

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Mannequins and Emergency Response: The Road to Maintenance Management

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New LHC Group Campus Outfitted With A-Light Lighting

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Making the Move to Electric Utility Vehicles

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Emergency Response Plans Essential for Post-Pandemic Facilities

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What We Learned from COVID

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Improving Air Quality in Schools Goes Beyond COVID-19

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Tell Us About Your Outrageous Occupant Complaints

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Improving Resilience: Chicago Tower Undergoing Curtain Wall Restoration

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FBI Busts Ransomware Gang That Targeted Healthcare Facilities

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Workplace Redesigns Place Emphasis on Ergonomic Chairs

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Life, Death and the Case for AEDs in Facilities

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Lower CFC Use Helping Restore Ozone Layer

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'O-Hub' at Matthew Knight Arena Outfitted with Planar CarbonLight CLI Flex Video Wall

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University Creates Campus Hub for Health and Human Services Departments

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IAQ, Plenums Focus of New Whitepaper

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What to Expect at NFMT 2023

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How to Make a Business Case for Capital Projects

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Columbia Honored for Accessibility Project

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Digital Twins Advancements can help Improve Facility Operations

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VyStar Credit Union Headquarters Receives Lighting Update from Acuity Brands

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Why Facility Managers Need to be Curious

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New York Schools Were Early Adopters of MERV-13 Filtration

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How to Maximize Global Collaboration with Digital Codes and Standards

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Leah Withrow Offers Sport Facility Grounds Care Tips

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3 Cost-Effective Ways to Improve School Indoor Air Quality This Winter

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What to do about PFAS?

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Why Assessing Pump Systems Matter

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Facilities Management: A Journey with Many Paths

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Building Automation Services: Challenges, Benefits and Opportunities

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School Setting Standard for Better IAQ

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Why Facility Managers Need to Track Performance

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Insights from a Career in Grounds Management

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Spending Bill Offers Funds for Federal Facilities

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LEED Crosswalks Help Users Pursue Several Certifications at Once

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Mower Decisions: The Role of Safety and Ergonomics

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How to Focus on Water Quality in Facilities

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Apprentice Programs Help Fill Vacancies and Retain Employees

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405nm Lighting Prevents Spread of Infection in High School

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6 Considerations for Contracted Security Service

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The Great Return to the Office: The Manager’s Role in Creating the Optimal Workplace

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Cleaning Contractors Can Help Meet ESG Goals

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Hiring Challenges Lead to Apprenticeship Training Program

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Creating an Office Where Occupants Want to Come to Work

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Vancouver International Airport's New Lighting Fixtures Transforms Space

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Hybrid Policies, Data Sharing Among Workplace Emphasis for 2023

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Active Shooters in the Workplace: 10 Insights that Improve Safety

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Breathing New Life Into an Old Landmark Building

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Cool Path to Energy-Saving Opportunities

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How Quality Assurance Inspections Improve Staff Performance

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Mindy Stevens Sets Sustainability Standards at Hinds Community College

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Testing Amp Draws on Rooftop Units

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Contracting Security Service: Challenges and Rewards

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Top 10 Most Read FacilitiesNet Articles of 2022

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Evocative Lighting Amplifies Co-Working Space

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3 Elements of Roofing Sustainability

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Protecting Building Control Systems from Cyber Attacks 

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Cost Effective Enhancements for Restrooms

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Meet the Winners of the 2022 Maintenance Innovation Awards

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Anthony Caruso Leans on Veteran Background as Chief Engineer

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11 Considerations for Transitioning to a New Security Contracting Agency

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How to Create a Resilient Facility Management Workforce

Building Operating Management
4 Ways to Finance Energy Efficiency and Renewables

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Onboard Security: Remember the Five W's

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Renovating A Historical Facility for New Life

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Sustainable Initiatives Can Help Future-Proof Buildings

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Turnover Woes: Beware the 'Quiet Revolution'

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How to Improve Facility Cybersecurity

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Understanding Trends in Restroom Design

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Understanding the 4 Main Security Service Approaches

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ADA: Myths, Misconceptions and Compliance Strategies

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Twitter Under Investigation for Bedrooms in HQ Building

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Is World Cup Air Conditioning Making Players Sick?

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Creating a Modern Workplace in a 115-year-old Historic Building

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Distribution Center Upgrades Insulation to Improve Interior Conditions

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U.S. Army Tab for Deferred Facilities Maintenance: $19 Billion

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

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Dedicated Outdoor Air System Sparks Revival of New York City Tower

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Using UV to Improve Indoor Air Quality 

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How to Hire Security Officers

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International WELL Building Institute Releases WELL Equity Rating

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8 Steps to Improve IAQ

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NFMT Returns to Baltimore This March

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Basic Paint Components and Their Role in Quality, Performance

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Lev Schuchalter Sets Career Path Focusing on Government Facilities

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Recruiting and Retaining New Hires During the Great Resignation

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Fitwel Steps Into the Mainstream

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White House Climate Initiative Targets Net-Zero Emissions

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Mass Shootings in the U.S. Top 600 for Second Straight Year

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How to Clean a Rooftop Unit Evaporator Coil

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New Mexico Pays Millions to Maintain Empty Buildings

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Total Cost of Ownership: A Different Approach to Asset Management 

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Thermal Distribution Systems: Overcoming Installation Challenges

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WELL v2 Evolves Health and Wellness

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Smoke Sensors Help Reinforce Policies at Hotel

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How Sustainable Will the World Cup Really Be?

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COVID-19 Pandemic Accelerated Path to Hybrid Model

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What Parts of CMMS Should Managers Prioritize?

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Elevating Exterior Lighting Quality for Design

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University Campus Showcase Unique Windows and Doors

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Designing Space for Labs in Higher Education

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San Francisco's Harvey Milk Terminal First to Achieve WELL Certification

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What Is the WELL Building Standard?

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Vertical Solar Array Powers Commercial Office Building in Wisconsin

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Understanding Sustainable Floorcovering Options

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Georgia Power Accused of Overcharging $1.87 Billion

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Fire and Life Safety Codes Drive Efficiencies

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How CMMS Modernizes Maintenance

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Lighting the Way to Outdoor Safety

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Navigating the Challenges that Surround Plumbing

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NFMT Remix Makes Successful Return to Las Vegas

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New York City Announces $4 Billion Plan to Electrify Schools

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San Francisco Giants Player Development Center Gets Revamped with New Construction

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Testing Temperature Controls

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Improving Accessibility at an 80-year-old High School

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Federal Agency Seeks to Protect Birds from Buildings

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5 Common Winter Roofing Mistakes

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More Students to Consider Enrolling at Sustainable Universities

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Partnering With ESCOs Can Create Cost Savings

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Developing Goals within Facilities

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Top 6 Ways to Handle Ransomware Attacks

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Design Teams Brace for More Sustainable Projects

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Plumbing Upgrades Fit for Sustainable Codes

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Occupants Are Back — Now FMs Need to Keep Them Healthy

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OSHA Cites Dollar General Again for Safety Violations

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Lighting and Acoustics Play Integral Role in Coworking Space

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Property Markets 'Normalizing' Post-COVID Period

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Managing Knowledge Gaps Within Facilities Management

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Top Strategies for Rental Success

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University of Cincinnati Races to Update Chillers

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U.S. Airports Banking on Electric Buses

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ESCOs Pave Pathway to Savings

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Man Killed in Fall at Pittsburgh Stadium

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Optimizing the Organization: The Role of Systems, Processes and People

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Latest School Shooting Brings Security of Students Back into Headlines

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James Storfer Embraces Facilities Management

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Common Safety Strategies for Keeping Student Residence Halls Safe

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Petroleum Leaks into Drinking Water at Pearl Harbor Military Base

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University of Virginia Responds to Reports of Mold in Dorms

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How Covid Shifted the Focus on IAQ

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Facilities Ease into Making ESG Commitments

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Challenges to Maintaining the Bellagio Fountains

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Wisconsin Schools See Increase in Swatting Attempts

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Specification Guide Highlights Plumbing Systems

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Should Facility Managers Consider a Heat Pump?

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Why Should Facility Managers Care About Health and Wellness?

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Window Washer Dies in Fall at Boston Library

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What You Need to Know About Community Solar

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Improving Safety and Security for Outdoor Spaces on Campus

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How Blockchain Can Improve Real Estate Transactions

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Ohio States Seeks New Sources of Facilities Funds

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Universities Respond to Problems as Students Return to Campuses

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Former Target Store Transform to New Early Childhood School

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Are Leaf Blowers Illegal?

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Texas Invests $400 Million Into Electric Vehicle Charging Sites

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How to Boost Commercial Office Value Using Water Features

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Women in FM Avoid Negative Work Stereotypes

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Flexible, Creative Designs Emphasized for New-Age Office Furniture

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Green Roofs See Several Benefits

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How to Build Accurate Construction Timelines

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Hotels Battle Image Issues in Welcoming Back Guests

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Desks Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban

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How Technology is Evolving Utility Vehicles

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Education Facilities Managers Adapt to Keep Schools Safe Post-Pandemic

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How to Select the Right Boiler or Water Heater System

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Soldiers Allege Army Base Facilities are Plagued by Mold

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Access Board Seeks Accessibility for Self-Service Touchscreens in Facilities

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SoFi Stadium Uses Sustainable Grounds to Also Be a Year-Round Park

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Supporting Maintenance Beyond Work Orders

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Defining Success in Facilities Management 

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4 Steps to Mitigate Active Shooter Threats

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The Benefits of Blue Roofs

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What to Expect from Restrooms Post-Pandemic

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Pandemic Produces Unprecedented Infection Control Practices

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Introducing the Next Generation of Electric Utility Vehicles

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2 Killed in Separate Attacks in University Facilities

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Solution Center Helps FMs Learn from Peers

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San Antonio Government Prioritizes Safety and Security in New Facility

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2022 Facility Champion: Justin Tankersley Finds Thriving Facilities Career After Military

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Boston Sports Institute Brightens Up Facility with Colorful IMPs

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Facilities Professionals Deserve Recognition

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How to Test Your Indoor Air Quality

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ROI: Making the Case for Investments in Maintenance

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Life Time Athletic Club Chain Establishes Energy Efficiency Standards Across its Locations

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How to Recruit and Retain New Hires During the Great Resignation

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2022 Facility Champion: Dwayne Ellison Thrives as School District Size Grows

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Cities Commit to Major Changes to Battle Climate Change

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Building Electrification Is Reaching Critical Mass in Commercial Facilities

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How Sustainable Initiatives are Changing Grounds Management at University of Michigan

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Asset Management Strategy Puts Dollar Value on Risk

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Does Your Facility Need a Facility Dog? The Answer Is Yes

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3 Keys to Successfully Transition of Commercial Office Spaces

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2022 Facility Champion: Mindy Stevens Sets Sustainability Standard High at Mississippi Community College

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Setting Your Higher Education WELL Building Solutions Design Strategies

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Green Seal Launches New Healthy, Sustainable Schools Program

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Food Delivery Robots are all the Rage on College Campuses

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Rockford Seventh Day Adventist Church Upgrades Roof, Sees Benefits

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Are Your Buildings Ready for Hurricane Ian?

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Senate Approves Climate Treaty with Bipartisan Support

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What Will the 'New Normal' Office Look Like?

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2022 Facility Champion: Brandon McCullough Knows How to Build an FM Staff from Scratch

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Specific WELL Building Solutions for Higher Education

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To Address Staffing Challenges, Embrace Diversity

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Twitter Lost Key Data Center During California Heat Wave

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Technology is the Future of Mower Design

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Evaluate Real Facility Change During Zero Emissions Day

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2022 Facility Champion: Kristin Podwojski Takes Unique Path into FM Profession

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3 Strategies for Water-Efficient Restrooms

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Why Facilities Managers Should Care About Net Zero

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Start-Up Aims to Make Modular High-Rises Mainstream

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How to Know When Windows Should Be Replaced

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Wendy's Franchisee Reaches Water, Energy Efficiency Goals

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Staff, Students Rely on Facilities Managers for Building Safety

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Bomb Explodes at Northeastern University, Injuring One

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Repair, Recover or Replace? Making the Smartest Roofing Decision

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Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain Serves as a Destination for Research Through Design

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5 Indications Your Campus Needs a Master Facilities Plan

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2022 Facility Champion: Doug Pearson Fills Many Roles at Kent State

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5 Ways to Prevent Plumbing Maintenance

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Flea Infestation Leads to Retaliation, OSHA Lawsuit

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What to Look Out for When Upgrading Windows

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Sustainable Guidelines for Snow and Ice Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting the ‘MacGyver’ in Maintenance

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Collaboration Among Managers Keeps Students, Staff Safer

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2022 Facility Champion: Nico Viola Keeps Cleveland Gardens Running Efficiently

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How to Avoid Fire Sprinkler Violations

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UPMC Mercy Handles Twin HVAC Crises

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Searching for Answers? Find them at NFMT Remix

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The Manager’s Role in Building Employee Engagement

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Seattle Central College Embraces Sustainability

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General Services Administration Paving Projects Install Eco-Friendly Asphalt

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2022 Facility Champion: Ethan Fitterman Found a Facilities Career Early On

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Student Dies After Column Collapse at Oregon College

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3 Ways Facility Managers can Improve IAQ for Students

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A Grim New Normal: How to Perform Active Shooter Drills

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How to Address the HVAC Skilled Labor Shortage

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New Hampshire Middle School Drive Interest With New Light Fixtures

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When to Address Student Health and School Sustainability

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Top 5 Ways to Maintain Standalone Controls

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Weighing the Value of EV Charging Stations 

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Inflation Reduction Act Funds Building Efficiency, Sustainable Construction

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Natural Gas Prices Spike to 14-Year High

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FacilitiesNet Announces the Winners of the 4th Annual Vision Awards

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Chicago Public Schools Denied Funding from Clean Bus Program

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To Achieve Carbon Neutrality, Are Carbon Offsets Cheating?

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Water Distribution System Called Into Question at Pearl Harbor

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Regenerative Buildings Represent the Future of Facilities

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OSHA Cites Wild Horse Pass Development Center Over Worker Death

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Students Return to Virtual Learning After Microbial Growth Found in HVAC System

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Melissa High School Expands Performing Arts Complex, Designs with Students in Mind

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How Internet of Things is Improving Pest Control

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Are Your Occupants Stealing Electricity by Charging Cell Phones?

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How to Make Modernization Projects Profitable and Sustainable

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Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Targeted Renovations

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Utility Demand-Response Programs Heat Up

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Whole Foods Tops Energy Efficiency Goal Two Years Early

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6 Strategies for HVAC Preventative Maintenance

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Software Created to Help Managers Track Carbon-Cutting Materials

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San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Stays Cool

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How to Extend Roof Coatings to Save Money

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Woodland Park Zoo Rallies to Provide Natural Lighting for Komodo Dragon

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NFMT Remix Returns to Las Vegas this Fall

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Incorporating Acoustics Within a Restaurant Setting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Managers Can Prepare for Wildfire Season

Building Operating Management
How Succession Planning Can Help Combat the Great Retirement

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What to Plan for in a Hardscape Design Project

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What Facilities Should Do About Monkeypox

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Trade Press Honors 8 With First Facility Champion Award

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

Building Operating Management
Doors are the First Step to Improving Security Within Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Touchless Options to Increase in Restrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Motivation and Delegation: Keys to Successful Management

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Climate Change Increasing Storm Surge in Hurricanes 

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Miter Saws Recalled Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards

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Fast Food Chain Adds Walk-Up Window, Sees Business Growth

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Growing Need of Elevators Require Technology Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Does Your Coating Match Your Roof Type?

Building Operating Management
Best Way to Achieve Better ROI on Foodservice Acoustics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics to Maximize Wildfire Protection

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How Hybrid Workplaces Put Employers At Risk

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Miami Achieves Citywide WELL Health-Safety Certification

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NIBS Effort Targets Resilient Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hardscape Design Requires Collaboration Between All Parties

Building Operating Management
Doors Open to New Era of Technology, Security

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Why Facility Managers Should Focus on Relative Humidity in Buildings

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Access Board Offers Guidance on EV Charging Station Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Manager’s Secret Weapon: Building Automation Systems

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Using Digital Technology to Reduce Physical Climate Risks

Building Operating Management
Define, Measure, Reduce: How Buildings Go Carbon Neutral

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Climate Action Increasing as World Heats Up

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5 Ways to Maintain Building Automation

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Why Facilities Need to Prioritize Safety Preparedness

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Woman Dies at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium

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Key to Retaining New Staff is Proper Training

Building Operating Management
How One Vanderbilt Raised IAQ Standards

Building Operating Management
Joe Kloeker is the Ultimate Team Player

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Louisville Recognizes Energy-Efficient Facilities

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NIST Develops Tool to Help Assess IAQ, Ventilation

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Golf Courses Show 29 Percent Reduction of Water Use in 2020

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How to Be Proactive in Solving Staff Shortages

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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New York Airports to Upgrade Facilities

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USPS Reverses Course on Electric Vehicle Purchase

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New York City Facilities Participate in Demand Response Program

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Alberta Bair Theater Updates Lighting, Sees Growth

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A Career in Facilities Management Requires Empathy

Building Operating Management
Wisconsin City Overcoming Battle with Emerald Ash Borer

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Using Digital Technology to Reduce Physical Climate Risks

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What to Know About ADA Regulations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Spot Troubles in Different Types of Roofs

Building Operating Management
How to Overcome Disruption in Building Projects

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Bitcoin Miners Shut Down Amidst Texas Heatwave 

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Majority of Employees are Wary on Safety During Extreme Weather Events

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Financial Benefits of Health and Wellness Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Overcoming Renovation Challenges to Deliver Upgraded Restrooms

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Honolulu Passes Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

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Vermont First State to Ban Fluorescent Lamps

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40 Percent of Utilities Have Strategy to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Vaccination Center Gets Supplied With Atlas Copco Power

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How Can Blockchain Benefit Facility Management? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What to Consider When Training New Employees

Building Operating Management
San Francisco Building Owners Sue City Over Sinking Sidewalks

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The IDS Center Awarded Green Globes Certification

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How to Know If Your Fire Alarm System Needs Upgrading

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School Districts Move into the Housing Business

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Facilities Management Market to Grow 12.5 Percent

Building Operating Management
Will the Uvalde School Shooting Change How Schools Facilities Are Built?

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Chicago Cubs Sued for ADA Violations at Wrigley Field

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Urban Land Institute Recognizes Standout Sustainable Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UCSF Focuses on Accessibility in Restroom Renovation

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US Ranks Low in Green Future Index

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CDC Spotlights Top K-12 Ventilation Strategies

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Active Shooter Call at Willis Tower Turns Out to Be 'Unfounded'

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Construction Industry Challenges Could Affect Facility Projects

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York University Upgrades Gender Neutral Restrooms, Simplifies Maintenance

Building Operating Management
On the Path to Net-Zero Energy

Building Operating Management
Take the Long View on Facilities Maintenance Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Grounds Equipment Sees Sustainable Benefits

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Get Remix’d at NFMT in Las Vegas

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Are Electric Scooters the Newest Trendy Office Perk?

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Green Globes Certified Space Tops 500 Million Square Feet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Enhancing Indoor Air Quality Means Reevaluating Technology

Building Operating Management
Prevent Legionella, Improve Efficiency with Smart Water Systems

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Green Seal Bans 'Forever Chemicals' From Certified Cleaning Products

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Department of Energy Aims to Protect Grid from Cyber Attacks

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Careington International Adapts Facility as City Continues to Grow

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Utilities Expected to Still Steer from Coal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Facilities Managers Have Changed Over the Years

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Grounds Equipment Goes Modern

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Life Time Inc. Surpasses Energy Goal

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GSA Sounds Alarm on Maintenance of Federal Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing CMMS Benefits to Benefit Department Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics for Effective Relamping

Building Operating Management
How Digital Twins Can Create Facility Management Efficiencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving IAQ Does Not Have to Break the Bank

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General Services Administration Sets Standards to Better Protect Bees

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Building Management Systems Help Navigate ‘New Normal’ in Pandemic Era

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New Jersey School District Becomes Net Zero, Installs Energy Saving Solutions

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Access Board, DOT Weigh In on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

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Survey Finds Return-to-Office Experience Better Than Expected

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Miami's City Buildings and Parks Earn WELL Rating

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Wildfire in California Forces Stanford to Cancel Classes

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Chicago School to Add Security After Student Caught with Gun

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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5 Must-Read Books on Facilities Management

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Revised Design Guide Emphasizes Benefits of Building Commissioning

Building Operating Management
Smart Pumps Lead the Way to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

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EPA Offering $6.5 Billion to Support Water Infrastructure Projects

Building Operating Management
Construction Defects: What Is Your Legal Recourse?

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LAX Concourse Meets Stringent Sustainable Code Requirements

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Why Clean Energy is Becoming a Viable Career Choice

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Electricity Prices Expected to Spike This Summer

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

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ICC Program Aims to Attract Entry-Level Technicians

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Biden Administrations Ramps Up Solar Support

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Washington D.C. Establishes Aggressive Carbon Emissions Goals

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Electrical Panels Recalled Due to Thermal Burn, Fire Hazard

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Revised Design Guide Emphasizes Benefits of Commissioning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bright Ideas: Lighting Retrofit Project Brings Huge Benefits

Building Operating Management
How Flexible Design Can Improve Resilience in Uncertain Times

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Church Expands Youth Center with Ecore Flooring

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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NEMA Standard Aims to Raise Accuracy of Submeters

Building Operating Management
How Digital Twins Technology Enables Smart Buildings, Smart Cities

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Are You Measuring Your Organization’s Scope 3 Emissions?

Building Operating Management
4 Immediate Reasons to Focus on Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Security Window Film Helps Protect Texas Election Office

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wood-Burning Boiler Balances Sustainability and Maintenance

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OSHA Cites Two More Dollar General Stores for Safety Violations

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Former Toxic Waste Superfund Site to Become Solar Installation 

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Los Angeles Bans Gas Hookups in New Construction

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Performing a Successful Energy Assessment

Building Operating Management
Storage Woes: Museums Facing Many Challenges

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High Temperatures Causing School Districts to Wrap Up Classes Early

Building Operating Management
How Early Occupant Engagement Leads to More Suitable Spaces

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LAX Upgrades Indoor Air Quality with Ultraviolet Light

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Sauder Heritage Inn Upgrades Toilets, Saves More Water

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Propane Power Generators Help Prevent Blackouts, Cleaner Alternative

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FEMA Aims to Boost Building Energy Efficiency, Resilience

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Green Lease Leaders Awarded, Program Sees Record Expansion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Maximize Infrared Thermography for Top Facility Performance

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EPA Retires Energy Star for Roofing Specification

Building Operating Management
Peloton Puts Health of Employees First at New Headquarters

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Shooting at Tulsa Medical Center Spotlights Healthcare Security

Building Operating Management
Smart Bathrooms Gain Traction Post-COVID

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Build a Successful Drain Cleaning Program

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Consistent Elevator Maintenance is Needed in Facilities

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U.S. Decarbonization Efforts Expand to National Labs

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New Jersey Legislature Funds Electric Bus Pilot Program

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Benefits of Metal in Commercial Buildings

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Virginia University Goes all Solar Power

Building Operating Management
Improving Long-Term Energy Efficiency with Commissioning

Building Operating Management
How to Team Up with IT for Cybersecurity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Clean a Packaged Roof Top Unit

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Case Study: Huge D.C. Solar Installation Targeted for Community Solar

Building Operating Management
How Can Facility Managers Overcome the Great Resignation?

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GSA Selects Six Sustainable Strategies for Widespread Implementation

Building Operating Management
Women in FM Discuss Industry Challenges, Work-Life Balance

Building Operating Management
Safe and Sound: Design Strategies for Secure Student Housing

Building Operating Management
How to Reimagine Office Spaces Post-Pandemic

News & Views
Bat Found Inside Dorm Prompts Facilities Policy Change

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Philadelphia School District Evaluating Aging Buildings

Building Operating Management
Health and Wellness Strategies Complement Resilience, Sustainability

Building Operating Management
As Climate Change Accelerates, So Must Resilience

Building Operating Management
New Awards Program Will Recognize Facility Champions

Building Operating Management
How to Mitigate Active Shooters with Crisis Architecture: 8 Principles

Building Operating Management
Libraries Get Creative to Navigate Pandemic Headwinds

Building Operating Management
Smart Spaces Address Facility Managers’ Pain Points

Building Operating Management
New York City Requires Resilience for City-Funded Buildings

News & Views
Western Michigan Doubles Down on Electric Vehicle Charging

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GSA Action Spurs EV Use for Federal Facilities

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California Correctional System Touts Energy Saving Efforts

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Modernizing Spaces and Getting Smart With Data for Employee Success

News & Views
EPA Goal: Electrifying More School Buses 

Building Operating Management
Building Safety, Sustainability Begin with Improved Building, Energy Codes

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Succeeds at Meister Cheese Company

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tapping into the Skills and Experience of Older Workers

News & Views
Case Study: Movable Walls Provide Flexibility at K-8 School

Building Operating Management
How to Solve Facility Challenges Due to Community Growth

Building Operating Management
The Future of Building Automation Expected to Bring Better Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Face New Generation of Staffing Challenges

News & Views
DHP Technology Proven to Reduce Infection Rates in Hospitals

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Howard University Commits $785 Million to New, Renovated Buildings

News & Views
Facility Insights: 4 Questions on Landscape Maintenance

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Biden Administration Announces $500 Million in Grants for K-12 Energy Efficiency

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CDC Offers Quarantine and Isolation Calculator

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DOE Rolls Out Energy Requirements for Federal Facilities

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UMass Upgrades Student Gym, Improves Student Wellness

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Shrunken Budgets Mean Reduced Investments in Higher Ed Facilities: Report

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Case Study: Air Purifiers Improve IAQ at Luxury Hotel

Building Operating Management
How to Prepare, Respond and Recover From a Utility Outage

Building Operating Management
10 Steps to Creating Proactive Facilities Maintenance 

Building Operating Management
Understanding How a Packaged Rooftop Unit Works

Building Operating Management
Embrace Change: How to Leave Legacy Systems Behind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wisconsin Elementary School Achieves Net-Zero Energy

News & Views
Healthy and Green: Facility Achieves Fitwel and LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
Why a Facility Master Plan Is Crucial to Long-Term Proactive Maintenance

Building Operating Management
How to Design the Post-Covid Classroom

Building Operating Management
What to Expect at NFMT 2022

News & Views
Access Board Offers Resources Aimed at Federal Facilities

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Detroit School District Announces $700 Million Plan to Upgrade Buildings

Building Operating Management
How to Reduce Noise in Open Offices

Building Operating Management
How to Build a Long-Term Proactive Maintenance Plan

News & Views
Students Hospitalized Due to Gas Leak at College Dorm

News & Views
Carbon Monoxide Incidents Offer Reminder of Deadly Threat

Building Operating Management
Back to Baltimore: Looking Forward to NFMT's Triumphant Return

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Case Study: New Cooling Tower Improves Efficiency at Smithsonian Facility

News & Views
Commercial Facilities at Risk for Property Damage Caused by Termites

Building Operating Management
Women Have a Place in Facilities Management

News & Views
New Healthy and Green Schools Standard Announces Pilot Projects

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1940s Post Office Moved Temporarily During Downtown Revival

News & Views
University of Iowa Debuts 10-Year Construction, Upgrade Plan

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Peloton Headquarters Wins Fitwel Impact Award

News & Views
Planet Fitness Chain Earns WELL Building Rating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Tool Technology Continues to Improve

Building Operating Management
Top 10 Attributes of Strong Facility Managers

News & Views
New Sustainability Program Focuses on Healthy Schools and Colleges

News & Views
Fitwel Plans Expansion to Respond to Need for Improved IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Desert Bloom: Sustainability Pays Dividends at UTEP

News & Views
Oregon Tops List of College Football’s Best Facilities

News & Views
Rabbit Eludes Pentagon Security, Causes Commotion

Building Operating Management
5 Technology Trends That Will Dominate Facility Management in 2022

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Help University Roll On to Greener Grounds

News & Views
LaGuardia Airport Completes $4 Billion Renovation

News & Views
Is Your Reopened Facility ADA Compliant?

News & Views
Gate Hinge-Closers Recalled Due to Malfunction

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Illinois Heads USGBC’s List of Top 10 LEED States of 2021

Building Operating Management
Green Infrastructure: Popular Examples and Emerging Trends

News & Views
Case Study: Ceiling Systems Contribute to Better Learning Environments for Students

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Choose the Proper Filter for Packaged Rooftop Units

News & Views
California High School Earns Sustainable Grounds Care First

News & Views
Fleets Save Time and Money With Grasshopper Mowers

News & Views
Portable Air Conditioners Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

News & Views
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Amazon in Fatal Warehouse Collapse

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Electric Vehicles Are Reshaping Facilities Management

News & Views
Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum Earns LEED Gold Certification

News & Views
Pandemic Concerns Prompt NFL to Consider Other Super Bowl Sites

Building Operating Management
Access Control: How to Balance Security with Health and Safety

News & Views
Access Board Recognizes Smithsonian Accessibility

Building Operating Management
6 Data Center Questions Can Determine Mission-Critical Needs at Branch Locations

News & Views
Contaminated Tap Water on Military Housing Sites Prompts Investigation

Building Operating Management
5 Keys to Revitalizing Campus Heritage in Today’s Moment

News & Views
Case Study: Sound Resistant Partition Walls Spotlighted at The Mercury Store

Building Operating Management
Are You Ready for the Challenges of 2022?

Building Operating Management
How to Choose the Right Process to Upgrade Fire and Life Safety Systems

Building Operating Management
Facility Management Industry Is Ready for a Return to Normal

News & Views
Top 10 Facility Management Stories of 2021

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Case Study: Digital Signage Technology Brightens New Atrium Space

Building Operating Management
How Wellness Initiatives Incorporate Sustainability

News & Views
NFMT Registration is Open

Building Operating Management
5 Innovative Strategies to Consider for the Post-Pandemic Office

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Case Study: Sustainability, Occupant Comfort Achieved Through HVAC Upgrade

News & Views
Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled

News & Views
Did Active Shooter Drills Save Lives In Michigan School Shooting?

Building Operating Management
5 Core Elements of Good Indoor Air Hygiene

News & Views
Case Study: Battle Creek Regional Park Pavilion Gets New Roof

News & Views
Smithsonian Museums Threatened by Climate Change

Building Operating Management
How to Design, Build, and Operate Greener Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Credentials Increase Professionalism of Facilities Organizations

News & Views
Case Study: University Prioritizes Bird Friendly Glass in New Building

News & Views
Case Study: Atlantic City Boardwalk Revamps Public Restrooms

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Case Study: School District Installs Flat Lock Tiles for New Facilities

Building Operating Management
Understanding Proposed Changes to NYC Elevator Code

News & Views
University of Florida Launches $1.6 Billion Campus Overhaul

News & Views
Arizona State Spends $60 Million on Major Facilities Project

Building Operating Management
Green Uprising: How Office Development Will Emerge from the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Vision Awards Offer a Peek at Industry Trends

News & Views
Prison Dorm? Billionaire Donor's Design Conditions Stir Up Controversy

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New York Considers Plans to Repurpose Prisons

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Abandoned Newark School Property Converting to Police Training Facility

News & Views
Princeton Goes Big in Bid for Net-Zero Campus

News & Views
Sick Buildings Lead to Student Protests at Howard University

Building Operating Management
How Acoustics Affect Productivity in Open Office Plans

Building Operating Management
How FM and IT Can Team Up for Green

Building Operating Management
Robotic Scrubbers Help District Reallocate Resources

News & Views
Oh Deer: Moose Crashes Into Canadian School

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Penn Medicine’s Pavilion Earns LEED Gold

Building Operating Management
3 Trends Influencing Building Enclosure Design

News & Views
How Green Is Your Service Provider?

News & Views
U.S. on Pace to Shatter Billion-Dollar Disasters Record

News & Views
Report: Gap Exists in Workplace Safety Processes

News & Views
Future Proofing Property Operations in Changing Times, with Rajavel Subramanian, Co-Founder, Facilio Inc

Building Operating Management
Design Embraces Transparency Among Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Problems Plague Nation’s K-12 Schools

News & Views
ADA Technical Bulletins Target Sinks, Dryers, Saunas

News & Views
Pittsburgh Airport Breaks Ground on New Terminal

Building Operating Management
5 Trends in Creating Outdoor Spaces on College Campuses

News & Views
NFMT Returns With Its Remix Show In November

News & Views
U.S. Facing $85 Billion School Facility Funding Gap

Building Operating Management
How to Make Smart Building Data Smarter

News & Views
Case Study: Elementary School Has Unique Needs For Cooling Tower

News & Views
Biden Administration Acts To Cut Use of HFCs

News & Views
U.S. Carriers Joining Forces to Alleviate Supply Chain Issues

News & Views
Cybersecurity An Increasing Concern for FMs: Report

Building Operating Management
Shipping Crisis Hurting All Industries 

News & Views
Maintenance, Grounds Jobs Rank Among Most Dangerous

News & Views
90 Percent of FMs Report Data Center Outage During Last Year: Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities Top List of UV Applications: Survey

News & Views
A Look At Reopening & Facility Health Optimization with ABM's Ben Dodds

News & Views
How Would You Build a Sustainable City From Scratch?

Building Operating Management
10 Post-Pandemic Facility Management and Construction Trends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Linking Facilities and Human Health

News & Views
Report: 80 Percent of Companies Embracing Sustainability Initiatives

News & Views
U.S. Capitol Turns to Golfers for Turf Help

Building Operating Management
Windy City Revival: How One FM Turned Around Chicago Public School Facilities

News & Views
During the Pandemic, Be Proactive About Indoor Air Quality

News & Views
3 Current Trends in Campus Planning

News & Views
University of Miami FM Helps Save Falling Cat During Football Game

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Create a Robust Facility Health and Safety Program

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Must Start with Energy Management

News & Views
Case Study: University Fitness Center Requires Long-Lasting Flooring

News & Views
Investigation Unveils 1,100 Fire Safety Violations

Building Operating Management
How to Go From Crisis Management to Asset Management

Building Operating Management
Sustainable and Resilient: The Future of Buildings

News & Views
Egress Locks Recalled Due to Risk of Entrapment

News & Views
Extreme Heat Exposing Lack of Air Conditioning in Schools

News & Views
Hurricane Ida Knocks Out Power to All of New Orleans

Building Operating Management
Kids Back In Schools While COVID Battle Continues

Building Operating Management
Trend in Educational Facilities: Learning Studios Replace Classrooms

News & Views
Case Study: College Installs Acoustic Paneling to Minimize Shooting Range Noise

News & Views
Campus IAQ Ranks High Among Prospective College Students' Parents

News & Views
Managing Energy Demand Can Aid Move To Clean Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Extend Reach, Expand Efficiency

Building Operating Management
School District to Install 170 Touchless, Self-Sanitizing Water Stations

News & Views
Federal Funding Efforts Target K-12 School Upgrades

News & Views
Purdue Aerospace District Expanding

News & Views
3rd Annual Vision Awards Winners Announced

Building Operating Management
3 Questions to Consider When Designing Outdoor Work Spaces

News & Views
Air Force Academy Breaking Ground on Cyber Security Center

News & Views
Cameras on Campus: Universities Embrace Surveillance Technology

News & Views
Turf Conversion To Benefit Environment and Bottom Line

News & Views
Case Study: Digital Ceiling Helps Telecom Giant Safely Reopen Its Office Amid the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
The Great Outdoors: Learning Moves Beyond the Classroom

News & Views
New Facilities a Priority for Higher Education Post-Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Right On the Mark: Success in STEM Facility Design

Building Operating Management
How Parking Owners Can Prepare for Electric Vehicles

Building Operating Management
We're Not Done With COVID-19 Just Yet

News & Views
Should Organizations Require Vaccines for Office Workers?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resilience: Are You Ready for the Next Crisis?

Building Operating Management
Can Smart Buildings Outsmart Hackers?

News & Views
Old HVAC Units, Poor IAQ, Budget Woes Create Problems for University

News & Views
Expensive Olympic Facilities to Sit Empty Due to COVID-19

News & Views
Aging Buildings Creating Dilemma for Wisconsin School District

Building Operating Management
How Grounds Can Make a Welcoming First Impression

Building Operating Management
5 Benefits of Unassigned Seating

News & Views
Los Angeles County Reinstates Indoor Mask Mandate

News & Views
Case Study: Floor Mats Reduce Maintenance, Improve Security

Building Operating Management
To Recoat or Reroof: How to Make a Smart Roofing Decision

Building Operating Management
How to Avoid ADA Lawsuits

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Case Study: Upgrading an Elementary School’s Aging Heating System

News & Views
Florida Condo Collapse Holds Lessons for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
6 Net Zero Energy Buildings FAQs

Building Operating Management
How Military Veterans Can Solve the Data Center Talent Shortage

News & Views
Changing the Image of the FM Profession

News & Views
Case Study: Radiant HVAC Helps University Meet Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals

News & Views
The Advantages Of Working With A Flexible Control Manufacturer

News & Views
New Guidance Addresses IAQ in Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability in Grounds Care: One University's Success Story

Building Operating Management
Facility Management Best Practice: Celebrate Your Staff

News & Views
Massive First Amendment Facade Moved to New Facility Home

News & Views
University of Wisconsin-Platteville Makes Leap to Solar Power

Building Operating Management
How to Implement Effective Security Technology

Building Operating Management
Mass Vax: How One FM Is Tackling COVID-19 Head On

Building Operating Management
How to Consider Energy in Planning, Design, and Construction

News & Views
'Acoustic Lighthouses' Help Prevent Fatal Bird-Building Collisions

Building Operating Management
Important Considerations for Retrofitting with Metal

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Stabbings Raise Security Alerts at Little Rock Hospitals

Building Operating Management
Lessons Learned from Managing a Mass Vax Site

Building Operating Management
Providing Safe Water to Occupants Requires Vigilance

News & Views
Biden Administration Announces Accelerated Building Efficiency Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 HVAC Measures To Fight COVID-19

Building Operating Management
Five Design Features of Tomorrow’s Restrooms

News & Views
Pipeline Ransomware Attack Holds Cybersecurity Lessons for FMs

News & Views
SF Hospitals Rethink Use of Police for Security

News & Views
Happy World FM Day! Here’s Some Good News

News & Views
How Safe Are U.S. Hospitals?

News & Views
USGBC Selects 15 Cities/Counties for LEED Leadership Program

News & Views
Do You Have the Right Skills for the Future of FM?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Seize the Moment: You're More Valuable Than Ever

News & Views
NFMT Remix and ConnexFM Announce 2021 Partnership

News & Views
U.S. Acts To Protect Electrical Grid from Cyber Attacks

Building Operating Management
Entryway Security Can Be Understated, Yet Effective

News & Views
Case Study: Re-opening Schools By Improving Indoor Air

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Security Strategies for a New Era

Building Operating Management
Fitwel Viral Response Module: Best Practices for Slowing the Spread

News & Views
Room for All: Hotel Makes Accessibility Its Hallmark

Building Operating Management
Five Hidden Security Risks Resulting from Pandemic Response

News & Views
On Earth Day, Bring the Natural World Indoors with Biophilic Design

Building Operating Management
Secondary IAQ Considerations for Reopening: Humidity, UV

News & Views
Earn More Money with an FM Credential

News & Views
NYC to Require Resilience Score for City-Funded Buildings

Building Operating Management
Steps to Take to Ensure Facility Water Quality

Building Operating Management
Good IAQ Matters: Now and Into a Post-COVID Future

News & Views
Preparing For Upcoming Lawn Maintenance

Building Operating Management
How WELL Promotes Workplace Safety, Health, and Confidence

Building Operating Management
Space Available for Parking System’s Growth

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Comparing Two Popular Fire-Resistant Coatings

Building Operating Management
Don’t Go With the Flow

Building Operating Management
How to Add Value on Your Next Roofing Project

Building Operating Management
Succession Planning for Facility Managers: How to Pass the Baton

Building Operating Management
Are More Stringent Lighting Codes Adversely Affecting Building Security?

News & Views
Facilities Industry Comes Together this November at NFMT Remix

Building Operating Management
How to Focus on Inclusivity and Equity in Restroom Design

Building Operating Management
Cafeteria Concepts in Action: A Case Study

Building Operating Management
In the Facility Management Game, Teamwork Wins the Day

Building Operating Management
Why Diversity Moves FMs Towards a More Successful Team

Building Operating Management
How to Pass on Institutional Knowledge

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Improve Diversity in Facility Management

News & Views
U.S. Capitol Attack Spotlights Role of Deferred Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Five Lessons in Employee Engagement from Mission Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
A Sustainable Future Must Also Be A More Equitable One

Building Operating Management
How Roofing Complements Whole-Building Sustainability

Building Operating Management
How to Identify Internal FM Candidates for Promotion

News & Views
New High School in New Jersey Targets Trades, Architecture

Building Operating Management
Going Beyond Green: The Evolution of Sustainability in a Post COVID-19 World

Building Operating Management
Blast Risk and Mitigation: How to Calculate Your Vulnerability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Are You a Manager or a Leader?

Building Operating Management
The Collaborator: How the Facility Manager Network Builds Connections

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Weigh Utility Vehicle Options

News & Views
Did Renewable Energy Cause Texas’s Massive Blackout?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Maximize Roof Performance Life in the Real World

Building Operating Management
The Power of Perseverance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Leaders Wanted: How FM Has Evolved During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Building Operating Management
How to Overcome "This Is How We've Always Done It"

News & Views
Electric Vehicle Power Drives Denver Building

Building Operating Management
Durability, Safety, Aesthetics Should Top Flooring Selection Criteria

Building Operating Management
How to Manage Successful Vendor Relationships

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Specification Strategies for Utility Vehicles

Building Operating Management
Why Collaboration is Crucial for Asset Management

Building Operating Management
Happy and Healthy: How to Consider Occupant Happiness in Design

News & Views
Multi-city Office Portfolio Certifies Viral Response Strategies

Building Operating Management
Now Is the Time for LEED Certification

News & Views
Facilities Roundtable: Occupant Health and Wellness

Building Operating Management
5 Reasons Why Now Is the Time for HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
A New Perspective: Facilities and Inclusion

News & Views
$20 Billion Development Near Chicago’s Soldier Field Faces Hurdles

News & Views
Bees Move Into Vacant Tech Firm’s Space

News & Views
Pandemic Curtails Huge Smithsonian Expansion

Building Operating Management
How to Measure Results of Design Shifts to All-Inclusive Restrooms

Building Operating Management
3 Strategies for Promoting Psychological Safety During the Pandemic

News & Views
Deferred Maintenance: The Link to National Security and Resilience

News & Views
White House to Get $500,000 Deep Clean as Part of Presidential Transition

News & Views
Correctional Facilities Buckling Under Weight of COVID-19

Building Operating Management
Privacy Considerations for Designing All-Inclusive Restrooms

Building Operating Management
FM Perspective: As a Young FM, Be Curious, Always Willing to Learn

News & Views
Safety, Security Issues Plague Postal Facilities

News & Views
Coronavirus Mitigation: Is Facility Humidification Effective for Slowing Infection Rates?

Building Operating Management
With Greening Buildings, Be Sure to Consider Resilience

Building Operating Management
Understanding Advanced Filtration in Air Handling Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
COVID-19 Has Changed Everything … Or Not

Building Operating Management
Diversity: Another Way for Facility Managers to Add Value

News & Views
NFMT Baltimore 2021 is Canceled

News & Views
Accessibility Survey Spotlights Wheelchair-Friendly Campuses

News & Views
Explosion Kills Two Workers at VA Hospital

Building Operating Management
School District Implements IAQ and Coronavirus Safety Measures for Reopening

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Great Facilities Management Customer Service

Building Operating Management
How to Create a Marketing Plan for Facilities Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Doors: Assessing the Impact of COVID-19

News & Views
Green Seal Launches Hand Sanitizer Certification

News & Views
Feds Warn of ‘Imminent’ Cyber Threat to Healthcare Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Showing Your Work: How Maintenance Managers Contribute to Healthy Facilities

News & Views
Bill Targets Improved Hospital Signage, Lighting

Building Operating Management
Wear a Mask Because Every Breath Matters

News & Views
Coronavirus Pandemic Sparks Access Control Changes

News & Views
Despite Charleston’s Chronic Flooding, Hospitals Plan To Stay Put

Building Operating Management
The Resilience Benefits of Cool Roofing

Building Operating Management
Smart Strategies for Creating Sustainable Outdoor Workspaces

Building Operating Management
In Journey to Diversity, Numbers Tell the Story for Facility Department

Building Operating Management
Case Study Shows HVAC Optimization Success

News & Views
Empty Buildings Plague U.S. Government

Building Operating Management
For HVAC Optimization, High-Hanging Fruit Doesn't Have to Mean 'Expensive'

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Focus on Maintenance Requirements During Mower Selection

Building Operating Management
Getting Creative with Creating Outdoor Workspaces

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid: How to Integrate Buildings for Maximum Benefit

News & Views
Columbus Surge Hospital In Storage For Now

News & Views
Lab Develops Spray-On PPE, Looking for Manufacturers

Building Operating Management
Against the Constant Crisis, Rise

Building Operating Management
Modular Construction: Despite Benefits, Healthcare Adoption Is Slow

Building Operating Management
3 Crucial Considerations for Developers Before Investing in a Building

Building Operating Management
The Importance of Full-Time Facilities Employees During the Pandemic

News & Views
Energy Reviews Reveal Hidden Inefficiencies

Building Operating Management
Master of the Storm: How to Be Cool in a Crisis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Considerations for Utility Vehicle Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemics, Healthy Buildings, and the Role of Maintenance

Building Operating Management
How Hospitals Can Achieve Net-Zero Energy

News & Views
Managing Campus Visitors During the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Simply Listening to Staff Concerns Helps Builds FM Team Accountability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Completing the Diversity Plan for an FM Organization

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: To Repair or Replace?

News & Views
Return-to-School Issues Can Offer Lessons For Healthcare Facilities

Building Operating Management
Sustainability, Sanitation, ADA: Critical Considerations for Restroom Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tangible Steps for a More Diverse Facility Management Department

Building Operating Management
Steering Houston School District Through COVID, Hurricanes

News & Views
Maintenance Tractor Causes Fire at Florida Gators’ Stadium

News & Views
Yankee Stadium First Sports Venue To Earn New WELL Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Maximizing Performance, Minimizing Costs

News & Views
Closed for Business: Pandemic’s Toll on Facilities Emerging

Building Operating Management
During the Coronavirus Pandemic, Take a Moment to Breathe

News & Views
2nd Annual Vision Awards Winners Announced

News & Views
Hospital Launches Drone Delivery Service

Building Operating Management
Making the Grade: When to Go From Class B to Class A

Building Operating Management
3 Common Critical Cooling Problems

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities Set Up Outdoor Visits for Elderly Patients

Building Operating Management
What Should You Do if There's a Positive Coronavirus Case in Your Facility?

News & Views
K-12 Schools Facing Water Quality Concerns

News & Views
Group Lists Workers Most Likely To Die With Coronavirus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Go Beyond the Basics for Restrooms Products and Processes

Building Operating Management
FM Perspective: Bringing Your "A" Game to Customer Service

News & Views
ADA: Project Ramps Up Beach Accessibility

News & Views
FDA Publishes List of Hand Sanitizers That May Be Toxic

Building Operating Management
4 Common Causes of Generator or Switchgear Downtime

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rethinking Restroom Sanitation Practices During the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
6 Tips to Prevent Electrical Switchgear Downtime

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Essential Workers: Facility Managers' Expanded Role During the Pandemic

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Keep Drains Clean and Facilities Flowing

News & Views
Schools Ramp up Maintenance Prior to Reopening

News & Views
COVID-19 Increases Use of Microgrids in Healthcare Sector

Building Operating Management
8 Steps to Reliability During the Pandemic

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Think Fast: Learning Lessons from the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
How to Focus on Occupant Experience During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Calling It a Career

Building Operating Management
Postal Service FMs Keep on Keeping on During Pandemic

News & Views
30 Years Later, Schools Struggle with ADA

Building Operating Management
How Modular Healthcare Facilities Aided Pandemic Response

Building Operating Management
Beginning a New Chapter

News & Views
Atlanta Coronavirus Field Hospital to Be Reopened

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Recovery Planning: A 10-Step Process

Building Operating Management
Healthcare FMs Challenged with Unified Response for Facilities Nationwide

News & Views
COVID-19 Forces Hotels To Rethink Offerings

Building Operating Management
4 Coronavirus Strategies Facilities Managers Should Be Doing Now

News & Views
COVID-19 and Potential Benefits of Unused Facilities

Building Operating Management
Racing the Surge: Healthcare Organization Ramped Up Pandemic Preparedness

News & Views
Michigan Won’t Put COVID-19 Patients in Vacant Facilities

Building Operating Management
How to Stay Off the Radar for ADA Lawsuits

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Protocol: Build Partnerships to Keep Green Schools Green, Students Safe

News & Views
Pushing COVID-19 Envelope, Workers Return to Federal Facilities

News & Views
How Hospitals Can Prepare for a New Normal

News & Views
Pop-Up Grocery Stores Popping into Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
How Should Hospitals Prepare for Two Disasters at Once?

Building Operating Management
How Coronavirus is Shifting Strategies for Parking Garages

Building Operating Management
How to Prepare Facilities and Staff for Reopening

News & Views
Considerations for Hospital and Healthcare Facility Evacuations

News & Views
NFMT Cancels 2020 Conference and Expo

News & Views
COVID-19 Will Complicate Hospital Evacuations

Building Operating Management
Understanding Restroom Design Shifts in Schools, Hospitality Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cost Considerations When Outsourcing Maintenance and Engineering Tasks

Building Operating Management
How Health and Wellness Complements Sustainability, Resilience

Building Operating Management
New Approaches to Sustainability Lead to High-Performance Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing: Assessing In-House Technician Skills

Building Operating Management
8 Steps Can Improve Door Security As Risk of Crime Increases

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K-12 Schools Rethink Police Role in Security

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Security Guards in High Demand During COVID-19 Pandemic

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USGBC Releases COVID-Focused LEED Credits, Arc Re-Entry Resources

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National Guard Disinfects Georgia Hospitals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing: The Inside Story of Contracting Maintenance and Engineering Tasks

Building Operating Management
Shift to Health and Wellness Brings Post-Pandemic Advantages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
fnPrime: Facilities Information To Tackle Challenging Times

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Building Owner Sues Chicago Law Firm for Unpaid Rent

Building Operating Management
Why Facility Managers Need to Start Thinking About Crime Now

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Banner Health Launching Virtual Waiting Room

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Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes Possible Smart Building Challenges

News & Views
COVID-19 Expected to Change Healthcare Facility Design

News & Views
New Normal for Facilities Starts To Emerge

Building Operating Management
How to Manage Critical Data Spaces

Building Operating Management
Now Is the Time to Prioritize Indoor Environmental Quality

Building Operating Management
Don't Overlook These Critical Data Spaces in Your Facilities

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Where to Look for Facility Reopening Resources

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Field Hospitals Occupy Flood Zones Despite Warnings

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Past Healthcare Facilities Closures Hamper NYC's Coronavirus Response

Building Operating Management
How Workplace Design Supports Community, Collaboration

News & Views
ProFMI Now Accepting Elevating the FM Profession (EFM) Scholarship Applications

Building Operating Management
A Look Behind the Curtain at WELL, Fitwel, and LEED

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How to Celebrate World FM Day During a Global Pandemic

News & Views
Seat Belt Failure Prompts Utility Vehicle Recall

Building Operating Management
Rethinking the Workplace in the Age of Coronavirus

News & Views
‘Recharge Rooms’ Give NYC Healthcare Workers Space to Rest, Relax

Building Operating Management
Healthy Buildings Are More Important Than Ever

News & Views
Chicago, New York Closing Temporary Coronavirus Hospitals

News & Views
$1 Billion in Makeshift Field Hospitals Are Being Built

Building Operating Management
fnPrime Gives FMs New Option for In-Depth Facilities Information

News & Views
We've Launched fnPrime to Be Your Best Source of FM Info

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Issues: Successful Door Hardware Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Staffing Shortages May Hinder Data Center Success

News & Views
Seat Belt Failure Prompts Utility Vehicle Recall 

News & Views
FM Perspectives: Coronavirus Response Empties Hawaii Hotels

Building Operating Management
Tunable White LED Lighting: Questions and Considerations

Building Operating Management
Bridging the Facilities Management / IT Divide

Building Operating Management
Greener Buildings Are Part of a More Sustainable Future

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Occupant Health and Successful Door Hardware Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Minimizing Coronavirus Transmission through Hospital Mechanical and Plumbing Systems

News & Views
Dallas Convention Center Will Be Texas’ First Field Hospital

News & Views
Multiple Failures Prompt Utility Vehicle Recall

Building Operating Management
How to Match Your Electricity Rate with Facility Usage

Building Operating Management
5 Coronavirus Questions Facilities Managers Should Ask Their Insurance Carriers Now

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware Upgrades That Deliver Safety, Security and Health

News & Views
Decommissioned Hospital to Reopen for Coronavirus Patients

Building Operating Management
Case Studies Illustrate Energy Bill Variables

Building Operating Management
A Career Trajectory in Data Center Operations

News & Views
Javits Center Could Become Largest COVID-19 Hospital in the US

Building Operating Management
Should You Give Tunable White LED Lighting a Shot?

Building Operating Management
Data Center Guru Chris Wade Is Cool Under Pressure

News & Views
What Happens to Coronavirus Field Hospitals After The Pandemic?

Building Operating Management
To Improve Energy Efficiency, Understand Your Electricity Bill

News & Views
Higher Relative Humidity Impairs Respiratory Virus Transmission

News & Views
McCormick Place to Be Converted to 3,000-Bed Coronavirus Hospital

News & Views
Laser Printers Can Cause Genetic Changes, Study Finds

News & Views
Washington Hospital Workers Make Masks from Office Supplies

Building Operating Management
2 Easy Ways to Increase Your Diversity Quotient

Building Operating Management
The Facilities Manager's Role in Flooring Projects

News & Views
Louisiana Hospital Increasing Security Due to Increased Violence

News & Views
Energy Efficiency in the Age of Coronavirus 

News & Views
Seattle Suburb Builds Coronavirus Hospital on Soccer Field

Building Operating Management
After Onboarding: Long-Term Strategies for Diversity in FM

Building Operating Management
3 Tips for Completing Tiered Utility Incentive Worksheets

News & Views
Portable Generator Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

News & Views
Earthquake Rattles Salt Lake City, Damages Iconic Temple

Building Operating Management
6 Best Practices for Access Control Technology Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Practical Strategies for Improving Diversity in FM

Building Operating Management
Understanding Today's Tiered Utility Incentives

News & Views
Past Lessons Illustrate Present Need for More Quarantine Facilities

Building Operating Management
Biometrics, Smartphones Poised to Replace Key Cards

Building Operating Management
Why Do Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matter?

News & Views
CDC Expands Coronavirus Containment Efforts

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Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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How Preventable Are School Shootings?

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Office Tower in Houston Earns Highest Fitwel Certification

Building Operating Management
Communication, Responsiveness Are Keys for Successful Design Assist Projects

News & Views
Schools’ IAQ Efforts Tackle Old, New Foes

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Ease the Transition to a New Outsourcing Partner

Building Operating Management
Why Professional Development is Worth the Effort

News & Views
The Cost of Maintenance: One Duke Greenspace

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App Aims To Rate Facilities’ Accessibility

News & Views
Time-Lapse Video Shows Construction of First Coronavirus Hospital

News & Views
Faulty Brake Line Leads to Utility Vehicle Recall

Building Operating Management
Credentials Help FMs Build Leadership, Foster Teamwork

News & Views
Many San Francisco Area Hospitals Still at Risk of Earthquake Collapse

Building Operating Management
How to Get Off to a Good Start with an Outsourcing Contract

News & Views
Trump Contemplates Buildings-Related Executive Order, AIA Responds

News & Views
NYPD Facilities Violate ADA, Judge Rules

News & Views
U.S. Hospitals Preparing for Coronavirus Outbreak

Building Operating Management
NFMT Turns 20 With Its Best Show Yet

News & Views
Huge Chicago Hospital to Be Renovated into a Hotel

Building Operating Management
With Credentials, Continuing Education, the Sky's the Limit for FMs

News & Views
How Do You Deal With Occupants' DIY Hot/Cold Solutions? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Bring Versatility to Grounds Care

Building Operating Management
Beyond Biophilic Design: How to Operate Natural Buildings

News & Views
Accessibility Issues Still Plague U.S. Airports

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Overcoming Resistance to CMMS Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How Focusing on Occupants is the Key to FM Success

News & Views
How to Balance Cost/Benefit of Health and Wellness Strategies

News & Views
New Laws Help Green Roofs Take Root in New York City

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware and Security Resources

Building Operating Management
The Facilities Manager's Guide to Disruption

Building Operating Management
3 Steps to Building Automation System Cybersecurity

News & Views
Minnesota Law to Allow Surveillance Cameras in Senior Homes

News & Views
Microsoft Pledges to Offset All Its Emissions Since 1975

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Developing Best Practices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Understanding Needs and Options

Building Operating Management
Looking Ahead to Future Security Scenarios

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Specification To Ensure the 'Right' Fit

Building Operating Management
FM's Role in Sustainable HVAC Planning

Building Operating Management
Smart Building Use Case: Retail Facilities

News & Views
NYC Moves Toward Making Buildings Safer for Birds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Door Hardware Components for Safety and Security

Building Operating Management
How to Get Staff Buy-In for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
8 Threats That Could Disrupt Building Security

News & Views
Green Increases Value of Old Office Buildings Up to $800,000

Building Operating Management
Assemble an All-Star Project Team to Achieve Sustainable HVAC

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Recipe for Success

News & Views
Hospital Installs Hydroponic Farm in Cafeteria

News & Views
How to Use Office Lighting to Improve Occupant Alertness

News & Views
Energy Positive Office Highlights 2020's Most Anticipated Buildings

Building Operating Management
FM's Tenacity for Safety, Efficiency Brings Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turning Software Problems into Solutions and Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware and Occupant Safety

News & Views
Asbestos Shuts Fourth Philly School

Building Operating Management
Sustainable HVAC: Plan Early and Often

News & Views
Three Legionnaires' Cases May Be Linked to Illinois Hospital

News & Views
Solar Plus Storage Boosts Fire Station Readiness

News & Views
Wisconsin Hospital Tap Water Contaminates Lab Specimens

Building Operating Management
Overcoming Open Office Obstacles That Sabotage Success

Building Operating Management
Disruptive Forces Promise to Transform Facilities

News & Views
Smithsonian Makes Maintenance a Priority

News & Views
Mystery Odor Closes Vermont Hospital Operating Rooms Again

News & Views
More Than 1,000 NYC Buildings in Violation of Sprinkler Law

Building Operating Management
Are You Required to Do Parking Garage Inspections?

Building Operating Management
How to Build Your Facilities Management Legacy

News & Views
Hospitals Prepare to be Earthquake-Ready

Building Operating Management
FM Pulse: Salary Survey Data Shows Optimism from FMs

Building Operating Management
Why Communication, Documentation Are Critical Components of FM Legacy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Spotlight: Card Readers and Door Hardware

Building Operating Management
How BIM Improves Healthcare Facility Design and Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation Issues for Sustainable Grounds

Building Operating Management
How Will Your Facilities Management Organization Proceed Without You?

News & Views
Trump Nominates New Architect of the Capitol

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Qualified Contractors Essential for Successful Roofing Upgrades

News & Views
Hospital Knew About Mold Problem for a Year, Did Nothing

News & Views
Hospital Installs Webcams in NICU Beds

Building Operating Management
Transferring Facilities Management Leadership Skills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Assess the Condition of Your Parking Structure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Control and Door Hardware: Security Considerations

News & Views
Facility Dog Helps Children Heal at Minnesota Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Grounds: Spotlight on Mulching and Recycling

News & Views
"Crisis Architecture" Improves Odds of Surviving Active Shooters

News & Views
Canadian Hospital Criticized for Use of Duct Tape

News & Views
Stadium Gets Poor Marks for Preventing Bird Strikes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Roof Warranty Issues Before Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware Spotlight: Safety, Security and Reliability

Building Operating Management
Securing Funding Remains Constant Challenge for Public School FM

News & Views
Deer Crashes Through Tennessee Hospital Window

News & Views
Superhero Window Cleaners Pop in on Children’s Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics for Sustainable Grounds

Building Operating Management
4 Factors Driving Healthcare Interior Planning

Building Operating Management
Safety and Security are Top Priorities at Des Moines Public Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Projects: Early-Phase Focus, Long-Term Success

News & Views
New Hawaiian Hospital to Install 500 Security Cameras

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Higher Education: HVAC Upgrades Drive Sustainability, Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Plants Don’t Do Much for IAQ: Study

Building Operating Management
Long-Term Strategic Plans Lead to Energy Efficiency Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Resilient Are Your Facilities?

News & Views
Green Threepeat: Chicago Named Greenest City for Third Year in a Row

News & Views
Many California Classrooms Don’t Have Sufficient Ventilation: Study

News & Views
New $41.5 Million New York Library Fails Accessibility Tests

Building Operating Management
Is It Time to Replace or Revamp Your Access Control System?

News & Views
How Sustainability Must Complement Accessibility in Buildings

Building Operating Management
Is a VRF Right for Your Trading Floor Cooling Needs?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Post-Purchase Issues

Building Operating Management
4 Tough Questions to Ask About Renovation Planning

News & Views
D.C.'s St. Elizabeths Hospital Gets Clean Water After 28 Days

News & Views
BOMA Chicago Sues City Over Fair Workweek Ordinance

Building Operating Management
How to Make the Money Case for Health and Wellness

Building Operating Management
Public School FM Makes Students His Top Priority

Building Operating Management
Living Standard: Better Buildings Translate to Better Lives

News & Views
Should FMs Take Responsibility for Healthy Communities? 

Building Operating Management
Rebranding Facilities Management Could Help Attract Young Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Utility Vehicle Options

News & Views
New Hospital Must Deal With Flooding, Seismic Liquefaction Risks

News & Views
NFMT Orlando Speakers Include University of Chicago, U.S. Department of State, ProFM, and Many More 

News & Views
Career Is An Awesome Whirlwind For Young FM

News & Views
Chameleon Panels Could Help Buildings Manage Light and Heat

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Equipment Replacement

News & Views
A Modest Proposal: What If We Air Condition the Outdoors?

Building Operating Management
5 Ways to Incorporate Sustainability in Experiential Design

News
Johnson Controls' Tyco Cloud

Building Operating Management
Standards and Certifications Help FMs Make Sustainable Ice Melt Choices

News & Views
How Can Buildings Make Healthier, Happier Occupants?

Building Operating Management
How To Select High-Performance HVAC Systems

News & Views
This Is Facilities: New Sportscenter Ad Shows Silly Occupant Complaint

Building Operating Management
Where Experiential Design Meets Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security, Access Control and Key Considerations

News & Views
Boston Goes All In On Carbon Neutrality

Building Operating Management
New Era of Utility Incentives: EV Charging, Energy Storage

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Sustainability in Snow and Ice Removal

Building Operating Management
10 Keys to Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

News & Views
As ADA Nears 30, Challenges to Accessibility Remain

Building Operating Management
How Cool Roofs Promote Energy Savings, Cooler Cities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch on Plumbing Systems

Building Operating Management
How Water Efficiency Creates Resilient Facilities

News & Views
Smart Buildings At High Risk for Cyber Attacks: Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
K-12 Upgrades That Target Lighting and Plumbing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining Security for Access Control

Building Operating Management
Explaining Experiential Design's Benefit for Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
Bedbugs Cause Three-Day Restricted Access at NY Hospital

News & Views
A Broad Base of Knowledge Leads to Success for Young FM

Building Operating Management
Net-Metering Provides Huge Financial Benefit for Solar

News & Views
Artificial Intelligence Making Its Mark In School Security

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Is a Growing Factor in Snow and Ice Melt Choices

Building Operating Management
Two Trends Are Boosting Sustainability in Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch: Identifying HVAC Culprits

News & Views
Kaiser Permanente Moves Joshua Trees on Site of New Calif. Facility

Building Operating Management
A New Deal For Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access Control: A New Generation for Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
K-12 Upgrades: Assessing HVAC Needs, Setting Priorities

News & Views
SUV Crashes Into Mall Raising Questions About Barrier Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Steps to Improved Security

Building Operating Management
What Is The Building Owner's Role in Cybersecurity?

News & Views
Ant Infestation at Georgia Veterans Facility Investigated

News & Views
UL Warns of Counterfeit Sprinklers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch: Strategies for Conservation

News & Views
Golf Cars Can Catch on Fire, Prompting Recall

Building Operating Management
As Cybercrime Increases, More Resources Arrive to Fight It

Facility Maintenance Decisions
K-12 Upgrades: HVAC Challenges and Solutions

News & Views
Can School Design Help Thwart Active Shooters?

News & Views
Runaway Utility Vehicles Prompt Recall

News & Views
Higher Education Facilities in the Sustainability Spotlight

Building Operating Management
How To Shop for Facility Software in Four Steps

News & Views
Nature Center Offers Free Outdoor Wheelchairs, Improves Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Face Tough Balancing Act

Building Operating Management
Understanding Common Cybersecurity Weaknesses in Buildings

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity Must Be a Priority for Building Owners

Building Operating Management
5 Steps to Get the Most from Green Roofs

Building Operating Management
Listen Up! How to Improve Occupant Experience

News & Views
Vision Awards Recognize Building Product Excellence

Building Operating Management
3 Security Technologies Making Waves in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Understanding Environment of Care and Life Safety in Ambulatory Surgery Centers

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities' Must Manage Emergencies for Hours, Days After

News & Views
Walmart Sues Tesla Over Solar Panel Fires

Building Operating Management
Overcoming the Tension Between Data Centers FMs and IT

News & Views
C. Difficile Strain Evolving to Live in Hospital Rooms

News & Views
Window Washer Dramatically Rescued After Nearly Falling From High-Rise

News & Views
Are Leaf Blower Bans Effective?

Building Operating Management
FMs Face Critical Compliance Challenges in Accredited Ambulatory Surgery Centers

News & Views
Wyoming Medical Center Upgrades Security after Shooting

Building Operating Management
Bringing More Women Into the Data Center FM Field

News & Views
How the Vikings Went Platinum: U.S. Bank Stadium Achieves LEED First

News & Views
Glasgow Hospital Spends More than $500,000 to Kill Pests after Pigeon Droppings Crisis

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Implementing Facilities Technology

Building Operating Management
Success in a Male-Dominated Data Center Industry

News & Views
Two Cases of Legionnaires’ Confirmed at Connecticut Rehab Facility

News & Views
Engineers Design System to Cool Buildings Without Electricity

News & Views
Climate Protesters Superglue Themselves To U.S. Capitol Entrance

Building Operating Management
Beat the Heat: 4 Energy-Saving Design Tips for Hot Climates

Building Operating Management
7 Steps Help FMs Find the Right Technology

Building Operating Management
Steady, Confident Leadership Leads to Data Center Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmentally Friendly Practices and Their Impact on Landscapes

News & Views
Bats in Iowa Hospital Buildings Lead to 'Patient Safety Alert'

Building Operating Management
Use an Inclusive Approach to Build the Facilities Management Team

News & Views
Leading the Way in Installed Solar's Explosive Growth

Building Operating Management
Special Attention Required for Fire Doors and Door Hardware Selection

Building Operating Management
How to Fit Campus Facilities into the Community

Building Operating Management
How To Do Needs Assessment For Door and Door Hardware Selection

News & Views
Elevator Failures at Chicago High-Rise Rattle Passengers

Building Operating Management
Smart Buildings: Why the Latest Tech is Critical on Campus

Building Operating Management
Testing and ISO Standards Play Role in Utility Incentive Programs

News & Views
University Implements New Emergency Policies

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology Offers Efficiency for FMs

News
Mobile Credential Application Launched

News & Views
Explosions Rock Utility, Leave City Without Power

News & Views
Ceiling-Mounted Speakers Recalled Due to Impact Hazard

Building Operating Management
Valve Problems, Water Quality Can Affect Fire Sprinkler Functionality

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Evaluating Security Risks

Building Operating Management
Resilience: How to Make Campus Facilities Safer, More Sustainable

Building Operating Management
The New Age of Utility Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs

News & Views
The Right Light: Better Lighting Improves Patient Outcomes

Building Operating Management
Door Hardware: Balancing Security and Life Safety

Building Operating Management
How To Use Door Selection for Infection Control

Building Operating Management
7 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is the Future of FM

News & Views
Old Buildings Become Fire Hazards Without Proper Maintenance

Building Operating Management
School Security: Make the Right Doors Choices

Building Operating Management
How to Design Restrooms for Long-Term Operations

Building Operating Management
Understand the BAS's Role in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Understanding New Utility Incentive Programs for Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Southern California Evaluates Damage After Weekend Earthquakes

Building Operating Management
Go Green! Why Universities Are Prizing Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Drone Attacks: Three Steps to Protect Your Facility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Cost of Utility Vehicle Ownership

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing For An OSHA Site Visit

News
Floor Pads Certified for Environmental Innovation

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Benefits of the Medical Internet of Things

News & Views
K-12 Schools Turn to High-Tech Security Options

News & Views
California’s Solar Supply Exceeds Demand

Building Operating Management
How To Do a Major HVAC Upgrade on Campus

Building Operating Management
Examination of Corporate Culture Leads to Open Office Space

Building Operating Management
Health and Wellness: How Research Influences Open Office Design

News & Views
Utility Energy Program Aids Wisconsin Brewery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles Based on Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding OSHA and Mitigating Risks

Building Operating Management
Document Control Rooms Speed Incident Response in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
In Healthcare Facilities, New Technology Improves Energy Efficiency and Comfort

News & Views
VA Healthcare Facilities to go Smoke-Free

News & Views
Introducing Sound-Absorbing Furniture Into Open Office Environments

Building Operating Management
How Open Office Space Must Address Acoustics, Thermal Comfort

News & Views
Cyber Threats Continue To Be Issue For Facilities

Building Operating Management
What Do You Want? How Listening to Occupants Yields Success

Building Operating Management
Real-World Success Story: Implementing Flexibility in Workplace Design

Building Operating Management
How to Collaborate with IT in Healthcare Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing the Investment of Utility Vehicles

News & Views
Legionella Causes Patient Death at Ohio Healthcare Facility

News & Views
K-12 District Delays Use of Facial Recognition Security

News & Views
ASHRAE Defines HVAC&R Terminology

Building Operating Management
Overcoming Opposition to the Open Office Plan

Building Operating Management
3 Commissioning Mistakes Can Undermine Sustainability Efforts

News & Views
Earthquake Regulations Could Affect California Hospitals' S&P Ratings

News & Views
LEGO Facilities Reach 100% Renewable Energy

Building Operating Management
How To Include Flexibility in Workplace Design

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Evolving in Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
LEED Recognized as U.S. Government's Preferred Rating System

Building Operating Management
How to Make the Open Office Plan Successful

Building Operating Management
What’s New in Data Center Design?

News & Views
Legionnaires' Being Investigated at Flint Hospital

News & Views
States Fight Lighting Efficiency Rollbacks With New Laws

News & Views
LEED for Cities and Communities Receives $500,000 Grant

News & Views
In a Thankless Career, FMs Need a Heart to Serve

Building Operating Management
How Creative Engagement is Growing into a National Trend

Building Operating Management
3 Ways to Improve Facility Sustainability, Student Wellness

Building Operating Management
How to Apply Cold-Aisle Monitoring Strategies in Data Centers

News & Views
Study Shows Women More Productive in Warmer Offices

Building Operating Management
Creative Engagement Case Studies Provide Proof of Concept

Building Operating Management
Setting the Timeline for Long-Term Energy Planning

News & Views
Recalled Sit/Stand Workstations Pose Injury Hazard

News & Views
Architect Proposes New Green Notre Dame Cathedral

Building Operating Management
4 Facilities Strategies to Improve Student Productivity

Building Operating Management
What Makes a Rooftop Unit High-Performance?

Building Operating Management
Why Cold Aisle Air-Flow Management Works

News & Views
Illinois Hospital Nearly Shut Down by Floods

News & Views
Can Air Conditioners Help Save the World?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Achieving Design for Maintainability Goals

Building Operating Management
7 Steps for Successful Creative Engagement

Building Operating Management
How to Make the Financial Case for Health and Wellness

News & Views
FM Helps Create the School Buildings Kids Need to Succeed

Building Operating Management
How FMs are Using Internships, Apprenticeships to Develop Talent

Building Operating Management
Teaming Up for Long-Term Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
3 Higher Ed Facility Strategies to Improve Collaboration

News & Views
Government Facilities Struggle to Implement Cybersecurity

Building Operating Management
Understanding High-Efficiency Rooftop Air Conditioning Units

News & Views
Legionnaires' Found in Multiple California Facilities

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: How Will Occupants React?

News & Views
Maintenance Imperils U.S. Military Mission

News & Views
VA Doesn’t Plan to Increase Security After Suicides

News & Views
Green Roofs Help Scrub Ozone Out of Indoor Air

News & Views
USGBC Campaign Promotes Positive Impact of Green Buildings

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Disrupting Facilities Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Project Management Helps University Reduce Energy Usage

Building Operating Management
Alternative Power Systems: Know the Differences

Building Operating Management
How To Manage and Remove PCBs from School Facilities

Building Operating Management
How Gundersen Health System Achieved Energy Independence

News & Views
Walmart To Employ Army of Robot Janitors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manager's Role in Project Management Leads to Successful Renovations

Building Operating Management
How to Know When It's Time to Go Premium with Paint

Building Operating Management
Level 4: 2N Systems Feature Full Equipment and System Redundancy

Building Operating Management
How to Plan for Long-Term Campus Resilience

Building Operating Management
Level 3: Resilient N+1 Helps Minimize Single Points of Failure

News & Views
Two Hospital Shootings in Two Days Bring Laws Under Scrutiny

News & Views
Roof Fall Fatalities Underscore Need for Following Safety Protocols

Building Operating Management
How Campus Master Planning Must Address Resilience

Building Operating Management
Smart, Green Buildings: 3 Stages of Development

News & Views
SC Johnson Headquarters Shifting to Geothermal Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Facility Needs to Implement Best Practices to Improve Operations

Building Operating Management
Level 2: N+1 Provides Equipment Redundancy

News
Wireless Sensors Offer Enhanced Security

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Choosing a High Quality Paint

News
Redesigned Office Furniture and Occupancy Comfort

Building Operating Management
Level 1: N Systems Provide Base-Level Stand-By Power

News & Views
Creating Dynamic Facilities for the Next Generation of Students

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC and Lighting Upgrades Help University Cut Costs

News & Views
University of Wisconsin Installs Solar Panels To Reduce Grid Reliance

Building Operating Management
How to Understand the Real Cost of Paint

Building Operating Management
4 Levels of Power Reliability Meet Varying Facility Needs

News & Views
Four Rules for Effective FM Leaders and Enhanced Team Engagement

News & Views
Legionella Causes Showers to Shut Off at Brooklyn Hospital

Building Operating Management
Facility Resilience: How to Reap Investment Rewards

Building Operating Management
BACnet/SC Aims to Improve Cybersecurity

Building Operating Management
Integrating Technology into Existing Senior Living Facilities

News & Views
NFMT: K-12 Facilities Face Energy and Deferred Maintenance Challenges

News & Views
Free Renewable Energy Analysis Tool Now More Robust

News & Views
NFMT: Editor's Picks for Sessions

News & Views
Recall: Utility Vehicles Can Catch Fire

Building Operating Management
6 Ways to Add Value with Good FM Customer Service

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting Plans into Action to Increase Technician Productivity

News & Views
Chicago Could Get New Building Codes for First Time in 70 Years

Building Operating Management
The Next Generation of Senior Living Facilities

Building Operating Management
Emergency Preparedness Requirements in NFPA 3000

Building Operating Management
How Hackers Exploit Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Building Operating Management
FM Customer Service Goal: Occupant Convenience

News & Views
Recycling Is Good. No Waste Is Better

Building Operating Management
How to Stay Hip with Design Trends for Senior Living Facilities

Building Operating Management
How to Get Started with Green Leases

News & Views
Construction Mistakes Cost Milwaukee Zoo $250,000

News & Views
Why Are Green Leases on the Rise?

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity: Understanding Smart Building Vulnerabilities

News & Views
ADA: Accessibility in National Parks

News & Views
Birds: Proposed Laws Target Building Design

Building Operating Management
New NFPA Standard Helps Facilities Prepare for Active Shooters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining Roles and Responsibilities To Increase Productivity

Building Operating Management
For FM Success, Focus on New Customer Service Strategies

Building Operating Management
Smart Buildings: Efficient and Resilient. But Secure?

Building Operating Management
NFMT Offers Variety of Facilities Management Education Opportunities

Building Operating Management
How Green Leases Help Achieve Green Buildings

Building Operating Management
Facilities Managers Should Weigh the Cost of Savings

Building Operating Management
A History of Facility Management Successes

News & Views
Patient’s Rape Spurs Push for Cameras

Building Operating Management
Facilities Management Input Is Critical For New Construction Projects

News & Views
‘Office Space’ Holds Office Design Lessons for FMs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Utility Vehicles: Repair or Replace?

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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To Control Humidity, FMs Must Collaborate With Engineers, Architects, Contractors

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FM Department Staffing Levels for Office, Education, Other Building Types

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FM Survey Offers Insight on Facility Budgets, Staffing

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Lawmakers Search for Ways to Reduce the Number of VA Facilities

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How Vehicle Attacks Are Changing Security Strategies

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Creature Comfort Shines at GIE Expo

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Mold Shuts Down New Jersey School District

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American Companies Turn to Sustainability to Help Reduce Risk

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Lighting Retrofit Focuses On Daylight, Energy Efficiency

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Climate Change, Resilience, and Positive Feedback Loops

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University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics unifies with Johnson Controls Security Management Platform

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Baltimore School Evacuates Over IAQ Concerns

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ADA on Campus: University Targets Accessibility

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Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard Can Aid Water Efficiency Efforts

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NTT Security: Cyber Attacks Occurring More Frequently and with Greater Sophistication

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The Role of Utilities in Facility Upgrades

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Utility Incentives: Understanding Qualifying Projects

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Utility Incentives: Calculating Savings

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Hospital Generators Can't Keep Up in Puerto Rico After Maria

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Power Tool Productivity: Battery Performance

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Northwestern University Releases First Strategic Sustainability Plan

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Greener Grounds: One University's Efforts

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How To Get Utility Rebates for Energy Efficiency In New Construction

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Back-to-School Strategies: Using Indoor Air Quality to Improve Academic Performance

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Sustainability: Eye on Emissions

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Sustainability: Focus on Fuel and Noise Reduction

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Sustainability: Beyond Emissions, Fuel and Noise

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Lowering Your Facility’s Electric Rates

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Kresge Hall is Northwestern’s First LEED Platinum Building

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Yale University Law School Seeks Gender-Neutral Restrooms

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Schedule and Performance Analysis: Keys To Weighing HVAC Upgrades

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PGMS: Conserving Water for Sustainability

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Understanding Three Sustainability Principles in Grounds Management

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University of Penn Reopens Renovated Midcentury Landmark Hill College House

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Trane: University of Florida Receives 2017 Energy Efficiency Leader Award

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Ingersoll Rand, Selected for Seventh Consecutive Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices

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Location, Building Type Impact Water Use

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Roofing: University Finds Opportunity in Vegetative Roofs

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Roofing: Managing Vegetative Roofs After Installation

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Howard University Redevelops Campus Properties for $50 Million

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Physical Security Meets Technological Innovation

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Security: Video Analytics and Machine Learning Gaining Momentum

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Hospitals Prepare for Hurricane’s Aftermath

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USGBC Perspective: How Arc Uses Data And Measurement To Drive Green Performance

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Cyber Attacks Occurring More Frequently and with Greater Sophistication

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Volvo: Energy-efficient forklifts part of environmentally friendly South Carolina plant

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Expert on Power for Life-Safety to Address Critical Facilities Summit

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The Evolution of Facility Management

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Setting Standards in Facility Management

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Boise State University Researches Energy Efficient Living

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Xfinity on Campus Surpasses 100-School-Milestone

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Johnson Controls: PowerSeries Neo Earns Wireless Commercial Burglary ULC Certification

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ASSA ABLOY: IN100 Aperio Wireless Locks Now Support Kantech ioProx Credentials

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The Risk of Arc Flash: How to Design for a Safer Workplace

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Indoor Jobsite Monitoring Helps Improve Safety and Security

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SureView Systems Partners with Tyco Security Products

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Common Sense: Using Occupant Ideas For Efficiency

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ONVIF Publishes Release Candidate for Profile T for Advanced Video Streaming

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Maturing Biometrics Solutions Enrich Security Options for FMs

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Open Spec Advances Interoperability for Physical Security Systems

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Central Michigan University Ready for Fall Classes After Extensive Repair on Flood Damages

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Senators Propose Internet of Things Cybersecurity Bill

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Wellness Is The Second Wave of Sustainability

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Manchester Housing Authority to Become More Energy Efficient and Sustainable

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How To Team Up With IT To Manage Data Centers, Critical Environments

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Boilers: Capital Improvements for Energy Efficiency

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Boilers: Upgrades That Deliver Results

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Vehicle Attacks Among Several New Security Threats

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Brady Acquires F&S Distributors in Tucson, Arizona

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Lighting Retrofits Cut Energy Use, Study Finds

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Data Centers: FM-IT Partnership Worth Millions to Healthcare Organization

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Tips for Beating the Summer Heat

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Sit/Stand Desks Linked to Improved Productivity and Health

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Recall: Fitness Center Exercise Machine Poses Impact Hazard

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Nature and Green Roofs are Being Integrated into Major Cities

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Code Compliance Check Prevents Construction Cost Overruns

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Good Design Shines Through in All Levels of Operations at ASSA ABLOY

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Campaign Focuses on Shrinking College Dorm Carbon Footprint

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Small-scale Photovoltaic Generation Growing, Dwarfed by Utility-Scale Solar

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Renovation Planning: How to Avoid Security, Fire Safety, and Other Code Issues

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Four Tips Can Help FMs Tackle Building Internet of Things Projects

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High-Performance Office Strategy: Support the Best to Motivate the Rest

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Senate Makes First Small Steps Toward Extending EPAct 179D Tax Deductions

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To Focus on Resilience, Focus Also on Sustainability

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Water and Energy Efficiency Are Key Resilience Strategies

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Why Strong, Diverse Communities Are More Resilient

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Legionnaire’s Disease: Report Targets Hospitals

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AAMA: Conference Speakers Focus on Sustainability, Building Occupants Well Being

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Security Robots Make Debut at BOMA 2017

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How Do Your Health and Wellness Programs Measure Up?

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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GEE: 4 Benefits to LED Retrofitting

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Girding the Grid: Protecting the Electricity Supply

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MGM Resorts International Earns 4 Green Globes Certifications for 26 Properties

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Critical Facilities Summit 2017: An Editor's Perspective

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Balanced Growth Results in Billings Gains in All Sectors

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Hygiene, Sustainability Key Considerations In Restroom Design

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Four Tips Can Help FMs Tackle Building Internet of Things Projects

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Siklu Signs Distribution Agreement with ALLNET

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SIDEBAR: Online Resources To Help Analyze, Format Energy Data

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ACEEE: The Most Energy-Efficient Utility Companies in The U.S.

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Door Hardware Selection Must Consider Occupant Safety and Security

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VIDEO: Craig Sheehy on LEED: Building Operations and Maintenance

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Maintenance, Measurement and Equipment Reliability

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Sustainability Transforms Healthcare Facilities' Design, Construction, and Operations

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Benefits of Sustainability in Healthcare Facilities

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Sustainable Healthcare Case Study: Resilience Complements Sustainability

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SIDEBAR: Water Efficiency Measures at Project Legacy

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PTACs Recall Expanded Due to Fire Hazard

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Young Facility Professionals Strive For Credentials, Continuing Education

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Misperceptions of Job-Hopping, Poor Communication Plague Millennial FMs

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For Young FMs, Opportunities, Challenges Abound

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Survey Says: Young FMs Are Educated, But Always Looking For More Training

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VIDEO: FM Student Discusses Hopes For Her Future Career

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DSSF: Changes to NFPA 101

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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Good Facility Investments Are Low Risk

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WELL Building Standard Provides Blueprint for Healthy Building, Occupants

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How to Get Young People Interested in Facilities Management

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Target Settles HVAC Data Breach for $18.5 Million

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Form Follows Function With Metal Building Systems

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AMCA International Revises AMCA Publication 501

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Office Building Redesign in Prestigious Boston Area

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Recall: Utility Vehicle Poses Crash Hazard

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Water Conservation: Product Advances Help Lower Water Usage and Utility Costs

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I2SL Focus on Training FMs How To Operate Sustainable Labs

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Tridium: Updates Niagara Enterprise Security

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Keep Fire Safety Systems Current

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Low-Tech Solutions Still Offer Data Analytics Successes

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Triple Net Lease? Energy Upgrades Still Benefit Landlord, NFMT Speaker Says

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Recall: Utility Vehicles Pose Burn/Fire Hazard

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Trends In Workplace Design Focus On Productivity, Occupant Satisfaction

Building Operating Management
How Nature and Culture Enhance Happiness, Wellness, Productivity in Office Space

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Wire Management Strategies for a Productive Office Space

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Arc-Flash Safety: Understanding The Hazards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Arc-Flash Safety: Assessing Electrical Equipment

Building Operating Management
Real-Time Energy Monitoring Avoids Peak Demand Charges, Helps Bill Accurately

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology Aids Real-Time Energy Monitoring

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Why Young People Are Choosing Facility Management

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Vapor Intrusion: What FMs Need to Know

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How To Leverage Existing Infrastructure For Data Center Efficiency

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Lighting Controls 101: Understand Switching, Dimming, and LEDs

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Brivo: CENTURY 21 Increases Security with Cloud-Based Access Control Solution

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Funding Improvements and Upgrades with Energy Savings at City College of San Francisco

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D-Link: Network Performance and Surveillance Enhancements Made at Washington Airport

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CertainTeed Gypsum: Introduces Six additional EPDs for North America

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Johnson Controls Appoints New Global VP, GM of Security Products

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Convergence of Direct Digital Controls And Internet of Things Brings High-Performance HVAC

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Benefits of HVAC Direct Digital Controls Systems

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Hydraulic Institute Creates New Rating Label to Help Consumers Save Energy and Money

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reviewing Door Hardware Security

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Selecting The Proper Door Hardware

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SIDEBAR: Factoring In Outside Issues

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Maintaining Door Hardware

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Open Standards Coming to Access Control Products

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Key Control: Barcoding Technology Aids Casino Security

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Collaborating with IT

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Speaking IT's Language

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Cyber Security: Where IT Expertise, FM Vigilance Is Most Critical

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ASSA ABLOY: Supports Technologies in Mobile, Augmented Reality and BIM Platforms

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Deep Energy Retrofits: First Step Toward Zero Energy Existing Buildings

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Tyco Security Products Improves User Experience to exacqVision 8.4

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More Water Shortages Mean FMs Must Focus on Water Efficiency

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Facility Managers Must Take Responsibility for Water Quality

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Tyco Security Products Receives GSA FICAM Approval

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Facility Condition and Productivity: The Maintenance Link

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Facility Condition and Productivity: The Maintenance Link

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Brivo Announces Partnership with Mercury Security to Support an Open Hardware Platform for its Access Control Solution

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Madisen Maher Architects Announces Three ASID Wisconsin Awards for Historic Restoration and Office/Corporate

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Robotic Assistance Devices to Demonstrate Next-Generation Autonomous Machines Using NVIDIA Jetson Platform

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ONVIF Speaks on Evolution of ONVIF, Changing Role of Standards at ISC West 2017

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Energy and Manufacturing Coalition: America Can Do Better with Its Essential Transmission Infrastructure

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EMerge Contributes to First IEC LVDC Conference on Sustainable Electricity Access

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BACnet Institute Offers Online Knowledge for FMs

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Security Risk Assessment Shows Where Security Dollars Are Best Spent

Building Operating Management
Security Risk Assessment Appropriate For All Buildings, But Vital For Large, High-Risk Facilities

Building Operating Management
Plan, Audit, Commission, Measure and Verify: Steps To A Successful Energy Upgrade

Building Operating Management
Make Utility Incentives Part of the Energy Upgrades Planning Process

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In Higher Education, Changing Styles of Learning Require Rethinking Traditional Facilities

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Relationships Between Higher Education, Community Critical As Life-Long Learning Blurs Boundaries

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More Than $1 Million in Energy Savings to Help City of Taylor Fund Infrastructure Improvements

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Will Programs Like Energy Star, Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives Be Cut?

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Southern California Deploys Batteries to Meet Peak Demand

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Practical Considerations for Using BIM for FM

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Establish Uniform Naming Conventions to Best Use BIM for FM

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NEMA Briefs Congress on Emerging Technologies to Modernize America’s Electric Grid

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ONVIF Joins IoT Panel Discussion at TechSec Solutions 2017

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Recall: Utility Vehicle Can Roll Away Unexpectedly

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Access Control Key to Facility Safety and Security

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Door Hardware Strategies for Access Control

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Access Control: The Role of Card Readers

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Sidebar: Access Control and Maintenance Issues

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Excelling at Managing Data Leads to FMXcellence Honors for Two FMs

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An Editor's View of NFMT Baltimore

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Must-See TV for FMs: DOE's Better Buildings Challenge SWAP

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Iconic Bel-Air Bay Club Implements FST Biometrics’ In Motion Identity Management Solution

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Digital Signage Federation to Present Digital Out-of-Home Strategy Summit At DSE 2017

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Breaking Down USGBC’s Top 10 LEED States List

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Occupant Health and Wellness: Q&A with Eleni Reed, Chief Greening Officer of GSA’s Public Buildings Service

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Energy Innovation Driven By Buildings Industry

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Beyond Smart Grid: New Terminology, Focus on Interoperability and Data

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Savvy Specification Benefits HVAC Upgrades

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Partnering for Successful HVAC Upgrades

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NSF International Sustainability Standards Included in EPA Recommendations for Federal Purchasing

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GSA Commits to Historical Renovation, the Green Proving Ground, and Dedication to Occupant Wellness

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Brivo Launches Brivo Mobile Pass to Open Doors Using Smartphones

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ZKAccess Video Integrations Made Possible by C2P Partnership

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RLE Technologies Receives Patent for Embedded Mapping in Nested Facility Management Devices

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Beginning-of-the-Year Review: How Is Your Organization's Teamwork, Productivity?

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Attachments Add to Versatility of Utility Vehicles

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Popular Attachment Options for Utility Vehicles

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Questions to Consider When Assessing Utility Vehicle Needs

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Tourism Erupts in Iceland Prompting Growth in Hotel Supply and Expansion of Sharing Economy, Says HVS Report

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Veteran Facility Manager Shares Insight On a Changing Industry

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LED Technology: Market Watch

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Lighting Needs for Education Facilities

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Matching Lighting Needs with Commercial Applications

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Fire Safety: New Opportunities for Intelligence, Interoperability

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New-Generation Power Tools Offer Productivity, Safety and Comfort

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Power Tool Specification Goes Beyond Speed, Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choosing Best Cordless Power Tools Requires Savvy Specification

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Product Focus: Power Tools

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Form and Function: Opportunities To Improve BAS Usability

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3 Steps To Make The Most of a BAS

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Electrical Equipment Reliability Doesn't Equal Electrical System Reliability

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Legrand Raises $112,540 in Employee and Company Contributions to Aid Red Cross Natural Disaster Relief Efforts

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Aeroseal Partners with Electric & Gas Industries Association

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Seven Top-of-Mind Hospital Flooring Considerations

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Penn State Upgrades Security with Integrated Solution from Tyco Security Products

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IT and Facilities Management: Case Study In How To Collaborate Successfully

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Smart Buildings, Building Internet of Things Offer Operational Savings, But IT Partnership Is Crucial

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Encycle Corp. Announces $11.5 Million Funding Round as its Swarm Logic Energy Solution Attracts Major Clients

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Water Watch: Next-Level Conservation Tactics

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CDI Studio One Designs New Sheetz Headquarters

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Mitigating Future Cost Risk: The Real Reason For Long-Term Energy Planning

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Three Quarters of IT Applications Cannot Tolerate a Typical Unplanned Downtime Incident, According to New Research from Stratus Technologies

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Leading Green Building Consortium Expands with Two New Affiliate Members

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Report: Most Organizations not Prepared for Cyberattacks

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ASSA ABLOY Announces Integration of Aperio Wireless Technology with BadgePass Access Manager

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LG Offers Florida Wind Load Compliant Installation Drawings for Air Conditioning Installations

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Rural Telecom Central Offices Could Become Edge Data Centers

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ASCO Debuts New Global Headquarters, Product Development Center

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Managers Roundtable: Utility Incentives Help Reduce Energy Costs

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Survey Says? There Were More Resources For FMs in 2016

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Bomb Threats Rise Dramatically at Education Facilities

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Martin by HARMAN Helps MODE Architectural Create a Dazzling Display in Nine Two Nine Office Tower

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MSL Launch New E-Learning Facility

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Facilities Managers Can Help Revolutionize Healthcare

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Detailed, Thoughtful Integration of Security Systems Yields More Secure Facilities

Building Operating Management
Practical Tips For Implementing Security Integration

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6 Strategies For Developing Facilities Management Talent For The Future

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Understand New Demands on the FM Profession

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FM Pulse Salary Survey: How Much Do Facilities Managers Make?

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General Motors, Herman Miller and Green Standards Partner for Landfill-Free Solution to Office Transformation

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Technology Changes and Younger Workforce Mean Mobile Options Are a Must

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For Succession Planning, Identify Leaders, Provide Opportunities To Expand Skills

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Performance-Based Approach, Flexibility Highlight Big Changes to LEED v4

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DEAL Program Introduced at ISSA Tradeshow

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Essendant Wins EPIC’s 2016 Partner of the Year Award

Building Operating Management
Cyber Security: FM and IT Must Collaborate To Prevent Threats

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California Hospital Paves Way for Systemwide LED Exterior Lighting Upgrade

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Bulbrite Receives SmartCEO’s Corporate Culture Award

Building Operating Management
With All the Exciting Building IoT Technology, Where Do FMs Start?

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Bill Passed to Help Students Realize Career in Trades

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NASCAR Track Debuts Lights with LEDs

Building Operating Management
Change Agent: Albert Manshum Transforms Advocate Health Care's Facilities

Building Operating Management
Standardization of FM Operations Brings Efficiencies

Building Operating Management
Modular Prefabricated Components Speed Construction, Cut Waste

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Water Woes: Conservation in Western U.S. Falters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Seeks Turnkey Solution for LED Exterior Lighting Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Officials Specify LEDs for Exterior Lighting Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Health Care System Saves More than $1 Million in Maintenance, Energy Costs

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BOMA 360 Performance Program Continues Global Expansion

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5 Tips to Help Control Construction Costs in 2017

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California University Goes Green with Ambitious Sustainability Plan

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Bender UK launches Powerscout Monitoring Tool

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A Brighter Shade of Green for One University

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Green U.S. Hospitals Recognized

Building Operating Management
Considerations For Adding Backup Power To An Existing Data Center

Building Operating Management
Understand The Legal Issues of Adding Data Center Backup Power

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Bring in IT Early and Often When Commissioning New Power Reliability Equipment

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Hannaford Supermarkets Take Sustainability To the Next Level

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Hoffmann Architects Recognized with PSMJ Client Satisfaction Award

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Sto Corp. Joins Forces with Architizer to Reach Architects

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Nuclear Danger: U.S. Facilities Facing $3.7 Billion Deferred Maintenance Bill

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City of Birmingham Launches Significant Sustainability Effort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, Jupiter, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tenn.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations and Retrofits: University of La Verne, La Verne, Calif.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations and Retrofits: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Westerville (Ohio) School District

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Kettering (Ohio) School District

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: Orange County, Orlando, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: Johnson and Wales University, Providence, R.I.

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DesignGroup, Ohio State Work Together to Design Innovative Sports Medicine Institute

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Johnson Controls and Department of Homeland Security sign Cooperative Research and Development Agreement on cybersecurity

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PermitUsNow Launches One-Stop Building Permit Expediting in Houston Area

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Snow and Ice Management Practices Evolve

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Winter Preparation Presents Staffing Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How University of Michigan Improved Sustainability of Snow and Ice Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing the Grounds Services Fleet for Winter Season

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Legrand Releases LEED Product Guide to Help Architects, Designers and Building Owners Reach Certification Goals

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Schneider Electric Announces New StruxureOn Digital Service for Data Centers

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ONVIF Highlights Role of Standards in Safe Cities, IoT at Security China 2016

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Exmark Receives Nebraska Worker Training Program Grants

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology Streamlines Security and Fire Safety Products

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Common Ground Alliance’s 2015 DIRT Report Estimates that Damages to Buried Utilities Dropped 9 Percent from Previous Year

Facility Maintenance Decisions
U.S. Coast Guard Goes Green With Vegetative Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Roof Key Component to Coast Guard's Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Challenges, Benefits Associated With Vegetative Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tall Safety Task: Protecting Workers from Falls

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Magazine Releases “Cool Schools” List: Where Does Your School Rank?

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Quick Take on the WELL Building Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commitment to Sustainability Drives Desire to Succeed

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Combining Industry Standards OpenADR and OCPP Provides Powerful Solution For Electric Vehicles

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Linbeck Group, Messer Construction Joint Venture Complete Cincinnati Children’s/UC Health Proton Therapy Center Ahead of Schedule

Building Operating Management
Water and Energy Efficiency Technology Allows FM To Do More With Less

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Sustainability Efforts Transform Commercial Office Buildings Green Architectural Features and Design Reduce Environmental Impact

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Legrand Launches Energy Marathon 2.0, Engaging Employees for Innovative, Long-Term Energy Reduction

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Legrand Product Lines Achieve IDW Programmatic Excellence

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Future NFL Stadium Going LEED Platinum

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Interactive Touchscreen Solutions Helps the Washington Redskins Enhance Their Fans' Game Day Experience

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UK School Chooses Complete Solution from Tyco Security Products for Enhanced Perimeter Security

Facility Focus
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Detroit Hospital Fined for Inadequate Security

Building Operating Management
Form, Function, and a Fresh Look: Check Out Our Design Refresh

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Icynene Launches New Look, Customer-Centric Website

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Survey: Lighting Level Affects Nurses’ Ability to Perform Job

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Survey: Lighting Level Affects Nurses’ Ability to Perform Job

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ASHRAE Congratulates U.S. House Members on Passage of Career and Technical Education Legislation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commercial Mowers and the Sustainability Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
More Mower Options Mean Greater Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Achieving Sustainability Beyond Mowing Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Managers use Mowers as Recruiting Tools

Building Operating Management
3 Windows Numbers To Know

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Hyper-Focused Data Center Facilities Management Startup BSC FM Launches

Building Operating Management
USGBC Perspective: A Look at the Green Industrial Sector

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Healthcare Facility Leaders are Aiming for Noise-free Hospitals

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Report: Most Businesses Unprepared for Active Shooters

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Idaho Takes Security Steps to Avoid Shootings in K-12 Schools

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Woodlawn Cemetery Hosts Historic Preservation Programs for Youth

Building Operating Management
HVAC Systems: To Centralize or Decentralize?

Building Operating Management
The Right Way To Tackle HVAC Renovation Challenges

Building Operating Management
Bridging The Gap Between IT and FM

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Zkaccess Receives Lenel Factory Certification Under Lenel's Openaccess Alliance Program

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How Urgent Care & Retail Healthcare Centers Drive Success with Service Automation

Building Operating Management
Sustainable FM: Peter Strazdas Helps Train a New Generation of FMs To Lead the Profession

Building Operating Management
Collaborating On Sustainability Raises the Profile of the FM Department

Building Operating Management
How The Building Internet of Things Works For WMU

Building Operating Management
Rebates and Beyond: An Array of Utility Programs Can Help FMs Save Money

Building Operating Management
Demand Response, Commisssioning, and Training: Utility Partnerships

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LEDs Take Over Tampa Bay’s NFL Stadium

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Tyco Integrated Security Offers 2016 ASIS Preview

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National Dilemma: Parks Services Struggles with Facilities

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Listening an Important Trait for Managers

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Moving History: Smithsonian To Relocate Headquarters

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NYR. Facade in Final Stages for World Trade Center Project

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Building Operating Management
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Painstaking Process Bringing New Medical College Energy Plant Online

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Flood-Protection Upgrades Pass First Significant Test

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Building Operating Management
Challenge of Quantifying Value of Data Center Energy-Saving Options

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Energy Efficient Lighting at Virginia VA Hospital To Help Fund Additional Services

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Post-Purchase Considerations for Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Looking for Trouble with Utility Vehicle Maintenance

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Utility Vehicles: Repair or Replace Strategies

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GBCI Administers Green Garage Certification Program

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Managers' Roles Vary in Trying to Secure Funding for K-12 Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Return on Investment Factors into K-12 Retrofit Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Summer Work Common to Complete Upgrade Projects in K-12 Facilities

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Future Focus: What's Your Next Retrofit Project?

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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Organizations Work To Deliver Seamless, Interoperable Connectivity for the Internet of Things

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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Green Bay Packers Renovation Project Produces Water Efficiency

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Louisville Rehab Facility Undergoing $5.2 Million Expansion underway at facility

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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Water Conservation Measures In California

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Cleaner Energy Sources Benefit Bottom Line at Vanderbilt University

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Extended Warranty Recommendend for Grounds Attachments

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Going Green: Equipment Attachments With Sustainability in Mind

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External Communications Can Aid LEED Retail Strategies

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Facility Management Survey: Master Plans

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Crisis Intervention, Threat Assessment Programs Supporting Campus Security

Building Operating Management
Increasing Use of Technology Aiding Campus Security Forces

Building Operating Management
Impact of Clery Act Requirements on Campus Security

Building Operating Management
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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Financial Management

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Cleveland Clinic Happily Takes IoT Connectivity to Extremes

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Data Plays Important Role at U.S. Institute of Peace Building

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Value of Internet of Things to Green Buildings

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IoT Lighting Controls Taking the Lead in Efficient, Green Applications

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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FMs Report 2016 Facility Department Staffing Plans

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Facility Management Salary Survey: 2015 Data

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Operating Budgets: Survey of 2016 Facility Plans

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Organization Hurt by Poorly Maintained Technology, Untrained Staff

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Security Measures Must be Designed for the Specific Problems

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ADA: Impact on Operations

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Healthcare Restrooms Experiment with New Designs, Approaches, Materials

Building Operating Management
Universal Design Restrooms Avoid Tripping Hazard, Bacteria Seam

Building Operating Management
Location of Patient Restrooms Has Pros and Cons

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Texas Offers Mowing Sustainability Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane, Organic Soils Among University of Texas Sustainability Priorities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Texas Looks to Sustainable Future

Building Operating Management
Survey: 2016 Facility Capital Budget Plans

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Utilities and Energy Codes Drive Changes in Lighting Systems

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Education Facility Security Vital, But At What Cost?

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Building Operating Management
Facility Departments Must Cope with Baby Boomer Retirements

Building Operating Management
Using and Managing Energy Monitoring Data

Building Operating Management
Big-Picture Guy at Marriott: A Profile of Lenny Jachimowicz

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Track of Power Tools a Challenge for Maintenance Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Technicians and Their Tool Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manual Tracking System Helps Manage Power Tool Distribution

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining When to Repair or Replace Power Tools

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FaciliThon Aims To Draw High School Students Into Facility Management Careers

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Building Operating Management
Understanding the Revolution in Energy Storage

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Energy Storage Applications

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Pairing Solar Power with Energy Storage

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Bringing Energy Understanding to Occupants, Tenants

Building Operating Management
For Jachimowicz, a Business Result Must Drive Projects

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Jachimowicz’s Move Through the Ranks at Marriott

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Self-Improvement Ethic, Leadership Were Key for Jachimowicz

Building Operating Management
Retaining Institutional Knowledge, Recruiting New Workers

Building Operating Management
Methods of Training New Facility Workers

Building Operating Management
Adjusting to Younger Workforce

Building Operating Management
Survey: Leading Concerns of Facility Managers

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Energy-Efficient Solutions Help Carnegie Hall Earn LEED Silver Status

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Pitfalls to Avoid When Planning Access Control

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Crews Regularly use Mowers, Boats in Florida Residential Area

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Play Vital Role in Florida Community Grounds Department

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Honoree: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle
Project: Excellence in Lean Staffing

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Honoree: University of Arizona
Project: Excellence in Succession Planning

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Honoree: adidas Group
Project: Excellence in Earmarked Budgeting

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrades Vital Part of Massive Mall of America Expansion

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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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News & Views
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Smart Budgeting, Good Communication Keep College Renovations Moving Smoothly

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How Smart is a Smart Building?

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Managing Scheduling Concerns During College Renovation

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High-Performance Issues Link Building Resilience and Sustainability

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Water Efficiency Is New Focus in High Performance

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Retrofitting vs. Relighting — What Makes Most Sense for Your Facility?

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Students Help LEED Schools Toward Energy Efficiency

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Supporting Business Continuity Through Building Resilience

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Renewable Energy to Power Next Facebook Data Center

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Weather-Proofed Windows and Energy Efficiency

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Variety of Building Vulnerabilities May Pose Security Challenges

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Biggest Change in Energy Markets Is Natural Gas Pricing

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Understanding PUC Regulation as a Factor in Utility Rates

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Deferred Maintenance: Survey Says Managers Confident About Overcoming Backlog

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Identifying Levels of Support, Measuring Productivity Loss Help Determine ‘Acceptable Downtime’

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In Study of Critical Operations, Gap Analysis Examines Operating Time of Redundant Systems

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3 Steps Identify Critical Facilities' Downtime Risks

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Green Team: Sustainable Landscapes a Group Effort at the University of California-Davis

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How Lean Construction Practices Can Help Healthcare Facilities

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Lean Trend for Healthcare Facilities Moves to Building Operations

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Important Issues in Selecting Critical Facilities Sites

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Using Detailed Site Analysis to Locate Critical Facilities

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Innovative Funding Sources Provide Upgrades to Healthcare Facilities’ Infrastructures

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Variety of Emergencies, Relationships Demand Attention

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Roundtable: Managers Discuss Water Conservation Strategies

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Understanding Whether a ‘Critical Operation’ is Really Critical

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Healthcare Leases: Termination Rights

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Understand Causes of Occupant Complaints and Turn Them Into a Positive

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Consider Tax Appetite in Picking Best Financing for Energy Efficiency

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Common Problems With Modified Bitumen Roof Systems

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Five-Year Capital Plan Helps Chicago High-Rise Cut Energy Use

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Five Tips for Writing Strategic Capital Energy Plans

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Understanding the Big Shifts in Power Pricing

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Dan Hounsell: Deferred Maintenance Needs Marketing Plan

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Dave Lubach: Staffing Strategies - Creating Future Technicians

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Training Budgets: FM Survey Offers Benchmarks

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Incorporating Portable Cooling Into Emergency Response Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Challenges When Making Temporary Cooling Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Immediate Access to Portable Cooling Units Essential

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How Lean Design, Construction Techniques Trim Healthcare Costs

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Energy Opportunity Study, Cascading Returns, Form Basis For Five-Year Capital Plan

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California Campus Capitalizes on Versatility of Utility Vehicles

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Specifying Utility Vehicles for Sustainability

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Impact of Staff on Utility Vehicle Decisions

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3 Options for Energy Savings in HVAC Systems

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Healthcare Facilities Use PPAs to Fund Infrastructure Improvements

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On Notice: Responding to an ADA Complaint

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Good help is hard to find. Managers offer insights into locating quality candidates

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Finding Best Financing Options for Energy Efficiency Projects

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Survey Says: Managers Sound Off on Outsourcing

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Keeping a Sustainable Building Operating Sustainably

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Strategies for HVAC Projects in Existing Facilities

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Survey Reports Benefits of Facility Training

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Location, Consultant, Modeling Can Help Customers Prepare for Utility Price Impacts

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Security Audits Build a Baseline of Knowledge

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Dan Hounsell: Deferred Maintenance and the Strategies Within the Struggle

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Strive to Seek the Bigger Picture on Big Data

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FMs As Educators

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Waste Management is an Important Step for Infection Control

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Three Secrets of Successful Team Building

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When Building a Team, Identify Strong and Weak Points

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Successful Critical Facility Commissioning

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Evaluating Commissioning Agents For Data Centers And Other Critical Facilities

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Should A Design Engineering Firm Self-Perform Critical Facility Commissioning?

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Utility Program Helps Fund Retrocommissioning, Upgrades at Santiago Canyon College

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Active Upgrading, Energy Monitoring Also Part of SL Green Sustainability Approach

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Retrocommissioning, Tenant Relationships Part of SL Green Sustainability Efforts

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Common Security Vulnerabilities in Facilities

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Tips on Getting Effective Security Audit

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Security Showcase Products

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Focusing on Lighting System Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Field Testing an Important Step in Lighting Upgrade Process

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Standards Emerge to Monitor Lighting Industry

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LEED Improving on Bridging the Design to Operations Gap

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Additional Energy Efficiency Lighting Issues Covered by Title 24

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California’s Title 24 Addresses Variety of Lighting Efficiency Controls

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Acceptance Testing, Training for Lighting Controls, Energy Efficiency

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Optimizing Air Handler Operations And Chiller Parasitic Loads

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Common Sources of IAQ Issues

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Vancouver Facility Boosts Water Efficiency with Onsite Wastewater Treatment, Re-use

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Tenant Drills, Communication Aid in Maintaining Security in Office Buildings

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Wastewater Reclamation Gains Ground in Water Efficiency Arena

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Savvy Specification for Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Schedule Time to Test Grounds Equipment Before Purchasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Inspections Important to Long-Term Grounds Equipment Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trend Watch: Mower Efficiency Continues to Improve

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Back-Up Generator Meets Demand for Continuous Availability of Power

Building Operating Management
To Boost Water Efficiency, Learn Existing System, Consider Alternative Sources

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Materials on Roof Surface Can Build Energy Efficiency

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Hospitals Weigh Access Control, Intrusion Detection to Boost Safety and Security­

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Target Heat Loss at Walls, Roofs to Boost Building Performance

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Timing, Scope Are Critical In Considering Deep Energy Retrofits

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The struggle for deferred maintenance goes on. Consultants offer insights to turn the tide

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Technology Updates Could Signal Need for Lighting Upgrades

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Long Term Planning, Recommissioning, Auditing

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How To Know How Far To Go With a Deep Energy Retrofit?

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Networking, Platform, Mentors Can Boost Women in Facility Management

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Managers discuss their challenges when buying sustainable products

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ADA and the Impact on Operations

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Career Tips for Women in Facility Management: Don't Overstay; Build Credentials

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Women in Facility Management: To Grow Careers, Avoid Self-Defeating Attitudes and Take Charge

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Women in Facility Management: Role of Mentors, Sponsors, Gender-Based Assumptions

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Core Values, Communication Also Important in Advancing Women in Facility Management

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Sponsors, Career Strategy Can Help Women in Facility Management

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New Lighting Technology Can Bring New Challenges

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Pick Low Hanging Fruit, Retrocommission, To Set Stage For Capital Plan

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Use Capital Plan To Achieve Stable Energy Savings

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Energy Codes, Technology Improvements Driving Changes in Lighting

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White LED Lamps Are Biggest Recent Development in Lighting

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Power Reliability Showcase Products

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Costs and Risks Involved in Generator Purchase

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Revamping Training to Keep Pace With Facilities

Building Operating Management
Project Size, Non-Energy Components Are Important in Deep Energy Retrofits

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Deep Energy Retrofit a Chance to ‘Re-Market,’ Re-Think a Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Planning Helps Michigan Hospital in Flood Aftermath

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Receding Floodwaters Offer Good, Bad News for Michigan Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital's Lessons Learned from Flood Recovery Experience

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Others Ways for Improving Power Reliability Include ATS, UPS

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Focus on Fleets: Success Specification Strategies

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ADA: Maintenance Matters

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Tenants Play Important Role in Safety-Security Planning

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Protecting Healthcare Staff From Patients, Family Members

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Handling Emergencies in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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First Steps For Scoping Out Women's Initiatives

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PACE Financing an Option for More Extensive Energy Efficiency Projects

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Utility On-bill Financing an Added Option for Energy Efficiency Projects

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Healthcare Leases: Understanding HIPPA Impacts

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Key Issues in Buying Healthcare Security Technology

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Financing Tools Include Energy Performance Contract, Energy Service Agreement

Building Operating Management
‘Threshold Questions’ Help Find Path to Energy Efficiency Financing

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Emergency Evacuation Elevators Require Changed Thinking

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Water Watch: County's Projects Deliver Savings

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Training, Technology Upgrades Can Boost Facility’s Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Tapping Occupant Behavior a Key Sustainability Strategy

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ADA: Comprehensive Compliance

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Energy Audits Are Combined With Retrocommissioning Effort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fleet Management Strategies for Mowers and Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Changing Fuel Technology Impacts Grounds Equipment Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renting an Option for Seldom-Used Grounds Equipment

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How An Office Building Converted To Health Care Space

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Brings Facility Knowledge to Security Teams

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronic Security Systems Help Maintenance Teams Cover Large Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Post-Installation Considerations for Door Hardware and Security Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Changing Roles: Maintenance and Facility Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California County Goes Overtime to Keep Plumbing Projects In House

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofit Project Requires Weekend Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reducing GPF Drops County Restroom Water Use by 35 Percent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
County Considers Better Preventive Maintenance Plan Following Plumbing Retrofit

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Chiller Plant Upgrade Brings County More Than Comfort

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Turf Wars, Staffing Complicate Mass Notification Plans

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Healthcare Leases: Anti-Kickback Statute And Stark Law

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Critical Operations: Laboratories and Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Variable Air Volume Considerations for Critical Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uncovering Energy Savings Inside Critical Facilities

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How An Office Building Converted To Health Care Space

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Renovated Space Helps Healthcare Organization With Teaming Efforts

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Live Simulation Test, Lessons Learned From Move Into New Space

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To Justify Large HVAC Upgrades, Consider Deferred Capital Renewal

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Quality Management Principles Can Help Facility Managers Resolve Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unlocking the Door to Successful Door Security Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Start Specification Process With Thorough Analysis of Facility Entries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Considerations for Door Hardware Upgrades

Building Operating Management
To Get Utility Incentives, Reach Out Early In Project Planning

Building Operating Management
Utility’s Advice Aided School’s Energy Upgrades

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Utility Rebates, Advice Aid Energy Efficiency Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints Applications: Recipe for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Considerations for Painting Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Completing the Painting Project Puzzle

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Stay Up to Speed on Roof Systems Technology

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High School Plumbing Retrofit Combats Rising Water Bills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Solar Panels Add Challenging Dimension to Arizona State Re-Roofing Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Specifiers Take Weight Considerations Into Account

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Penetrations Slow Crews During Arizona State Project

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Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles and the Road to Successful Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Utility Vehicle Specification Decisions to Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons Learned From Utility Vehicle Specification

Building Operating Management
Other Restroom Decisions Involve Sensors, No-Touch Devices, Lighting, Color

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Finding Right Restroom Materials Is Key

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Upgraded BAS Sets Stage for Improved Efficiency at University of New Mexico

Building Operating Management
Good Restroom Planning Makes the Most of a Branding Opportunity

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Plumbing Upgrade: Locking Down Savings

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ADA and Common-Sense Steps

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Variety of Emergencies, Building Vulnerabilities Demand Attention

Building Operating Management
Drills, Communication, Relationship Building All Strengthen Security

Building Operating Management
Safety and Security Challenges in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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Making Retrocommissioning a Priority

Building Operating Management
Library Energy Project Replaced Outmoded Systems

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Centralizing Energy Management in City of Boston Buildings

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Training, Post-Failure Procedures Should Inform O&M Manuals

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Todd Isherwood Transforming City of Boston's Energy Strategies

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Data Center Facility Staff Salary Survey

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Data Center Salary Survey: More Than 10 MW

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Data Center Salary Survey: 2 To 10 MW

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Data Center Salary Survey: Less Than 2 MW

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Data Center Salary Survey: N After Any Failure

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Data Center Salary Survey: N+1 And Concurrently Maintainable

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Data Center Salary Survey: N+1

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Data Center Salary Survey: No Redundancy (N)

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Data Center Salary Survey: Market Background

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Improving Indoor Air Quality Can Lead to Improved Productivity

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Resources for Fire Safety in Green Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Western Michigan University Relamping Team Brings Efficiency to Maintenance Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Relamping Team Cleans up University's Lighting Clutter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Success of Lighting Team Leads to Program Expansion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Takes Another Step to Improving Lighting Efficiency

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Plumbing Retrofit in Detention Center Captures Savings

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Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Florida County Uses Maintenance Department as an Environmental Steward

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Small Restroom Retrofit Produces Big Savings in Sheriff's Administration Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Innovative Irrigation Project Produces Big Savings at Agricultural Center

Building Operating Management
Design Collaboration Can Make School a Great Teaching Tool

News & Views
Energy Information Technology, Staff, Bring HVAC Savings

Building Operating Management
More Ways Facility Managers Can Excel as Educators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Waste Watch: Improving HVAC Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC System Audits Help Improve Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning Helps Identify HVAC Inefficiencies

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Employee Concerns Prompt Change Management Plan

Building Operating Management
How School Buildings Can Become Hands-On Teaching Tools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Fleet: Sustainability Issues for Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Noise Pollution Emerges as Important Mower Sustainability Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping an Eye on Emissions Important for Mower Maintenance

News & Views
Eye on Efficiency: Economy Forces Department to Revisit Plans

Building Operating Management
Survey Suggests Many BAS Could Be Vulnerable To Hackers

Building Operating Management
BAS Cybersecurity Steps: Firewalls, Isolation, Patches

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ADA Compliance: Myths and Misconceptions

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity Measures To Protect The BAS/BMS

Building Operating Management
Why Building Management Systems Are At Risk Of Cyberattack

Building Operating Management
Ebola Scare Underscores Importance of Waste Management, Disposal

Building Operating Management
Risk Assessment, Rules, Cleaning Practices Play Crucial Role

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Questions and Answers for Successful Lighting System Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Questions to Ask Lighting Manufacturers About Wireless Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Scope Questions to Ask Manufacturers Before Lighting Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Budget Questions to Ask Before Embarking on Lighting Upgrade

Building Operating Management
Infection Control Is High Priority for Healthcare Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Assessing If (And If So, Where) Installing EV Chargers Is a Good Idea

Building Operating Management
To Drive Data Center Efficiency, eBay Combined Facilities And IT Departments

Building Operating Management
LEED O+M: Cut Energy, Water Waste With O+M Manual, Requirements

Building Operating Management
LEED O+M: Understanding Energy Audits and Retrocommissioning

Building Operating Management
Four Tips on LEED O+M Can Ease Way to Certification

Building Operating Management
Treatment and Popularity of Re-Using Onsite Water

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero, Re-Use Approaches Address Looming Water Problems

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Training, Post-Failure Procedures Should Inform O&M Manuals

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On-Site Water Can Lead To Goal of Net-Zero Water

Building Operating Management
Rules of Thumb to Guide 5-Year Capital Plan

Building Operating Management
Tie Capital Decisions To How Building Has Evolved

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Get All Stakeholders Involved in Risk Assessments

Building Operating Management
Use Three Steps To Build Long-Term Capital Plan

Building Operating Management
5-Year Plan Delivers Energy Savings, Stable ROI

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Designing Robust Site-Specific O&M Manual

Building Operating Management
Hackers Pose Threat To Building Automation Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Critical Questions When Specifying Power Tools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ergonomic Concerns Among Power Tool Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Desire Durability When Specifying Power Tools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety, Environmental Concerns When Specifying Power Tools

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Cost Of Replacing Obsolete Equipment Can Help Sell HVAC Upgrade

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Change Management Plan Starts During Design Stage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving Productivity: Measure What Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps to Executing Increased Productivity Plan

Building Operating Management
Lighting Upgrade Requires Careful Thinking, Pre-Testing

Building Operating Management
Careless Swap Outs, Uniformity Can Damage Lighting Design

Building Operating Management
Good Lighting Design Needs Layers, Glare Control

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Saving (and Going) Green With Copper in Plumbing Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Changing Landscape of Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers, Manufacturers Work Closely Together

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Lifecycle Costs When Purchasing Grounds Equipment

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The Challenge of Getting Lighting Quality Right

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Getting Back to Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Finding Barriers to Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Setting the Scope for a Retrocommissioning Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Ensure a Successful Retrocommissioning Project

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Training for Savings: Boiler Upgrade Challenges University

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ADA, Maintenance and Compliance

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Plumbing Retrofits: Spotlighting on Savings

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Do In-Depth Evaluation to Plan Mass Notification System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell: Honoring the 2014 FMD Achievement Award Winners

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High-Performance Roofing Strategies

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ADA, Maintenance and Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting CMMS Data to Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Staffing Strategies for Effective CMMS Operation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tackling Capital Projects With CMMS

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UV Systems Can Help Restore Optimal HVAC Operation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
$188 Million Boiler Replacement Project Keeps University of Wisconsin Warm

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrading University of Wisconsin Boilers for Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Wisconsin Utility Plant Staff Faces Challenges Learning New System

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Right Materials Important When Retrofitting Restroom

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cool Savings: Chiller Plant Upgrade Brings County More Than Comfort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits and Lessons Learned From Chiller Upgrade Project

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Ignoring "Frivolous" Complaints Won't Make Problems Go Away For Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
How To Deal With Wide Day-To-Day Temperature Variations

Building Operating Management
How To Prepare HVAC Systems For Higher Demand

Building Operating Management
Access Control Systems: Six Key Planning Steps

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How To Select The Right Type Of Access Control Card

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When Planning Access Control System, It’s Crucial To Get IT Involved

Building Operating Management
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and Near-Field Communication Offer Advantages For Facility Managers

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Center for Sustainable Landscapes Building First to Achieve WELL Platinum Certification

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Emergency Response And Operations Facilities: Focus Design On Users

Building Operating Management
Critical-Equipment-Room Planning In PSAP/Command Centers

Building Operating Management
Flat-Panel Display Issues In PSAP/Command Centers

Building Operating Management
Target User Needs In Planning Essential Facilities

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Multitude Of Options Available For Mass Notification System

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Robust Operations And Maintenance Practices Can Help Head Off Critical-Facilities Failures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Case for Plumbing Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Low-Flow Urinals, Toilets and Sinks Reduce Domestic Water Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Reducing Landscape Irrigation Water Use

Building Operating Management
Ebola-Readiness Advice For Facility Managers

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In-duct UV Systems Can Be Good for IAQ

Building Operating Management
Innovative Products: Furniture

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utililty Vehicles: Repair or Replace Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Age, Mileage Factor into Utility Vehicle's Condition

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Factors to Consider When Purchasing New Vehicle

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Michigan Hospital Enhances Sustainability Efforts With Vegetative Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Helping a Green Roof Reach Peak Performance Levels

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons Learned from Green Roof Process at Michigan Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Green Roofs and Maintenance Challenges

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Three Not-So-Good Reasons That Facility Managers Ignore Complaints

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Lighting Retrofits: Streamlining for Savings

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Department's Mower Bio-Diesel Program Stalls

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ADA: Understanding Accessibility Guidelines

Building Operating Management
How Disasters Impact Utility Bills: Lessons From Superstorm Sandy

Building Operating Management
Three Ways Electric Bills May Be Wrong After A Disaster

Building Operating Management
Temporary Generators, PPAs, Bring Electric Bill Complications After Hurricane

Building Operating Management
How To Handle A Utility Billing Dispute

Building Operating Management
Evaluating Space Density To Gain Efficiency

Building Operating Management
With BIM, Historic Landmark Gets Sustainable Renovation

Building Operating Management
Protecting Healthcare Staff From Patients, Family Members

Building Operating Management
Appropriate Technology Is Key To Hospital Security

Building Operating Management
How Floor Wardens Aid In Emergency Evacuations

Building Operating Management
Crisis Coordinators Play Role In Emergencies, Including Aiding Evacuation Of People With Disabilities

Building Operating Management
Building Recommissioning Helps Heifer International Meet Challenges Of Reliability, Efficiency, And Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Main Problems Identified During Commissioning Included Malfunctioning Sensors And Water Valves

Building Operating Management
Ongoing Commissioning Is Part of Comprehensive Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Mowers: Matching Equipment to Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Technology Trends Feature Comfort, Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on OPEI

Building Operating Management
ADA Compliance: Avoiding Common Problems

Building Operating Management
Complying With ADA: Construction And Maintenance Challenges

Building Operating Management
Out Of Data Center Cooling Capacity? Take A Closer Look At Airflow

Building Operating Management
Weigh Risks And Alternatives Before Increasing Data Center Cooling Capacity

News & Views
Standardizing Fleet Brings Efficiencies, Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Michigan State Grounds Management Groups Find Benefits from Sharing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Management Team Tracks Users' Needs at University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sharing Resources Results in Money-Saving Measures for Michigan State

Facility Maintenance Decisions
East Lansing, Michigan State Merge Some Grounds Operations to Save Money

News & Views
Incidence of Dorm Fires Peaks in September, October

Building Operating Management
GM's FM Coach: Mari Kay Scott

Building Operating Management
Achieving Economic Efficiencies At General Motors Facilities

Building Operating Management
Toolkit Of Leadership Skills For Facilities Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Strategies and Tactics for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VFDs Expand Load Capability for Demand Response Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facilities With BAS Have Advantages for Demand Response Programs

Building Operating Management
Survey: 2015 Facility Capital And Operating Budget Plans

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Handle Increasing Workload, Shrinking Budget, Staff

Building Operating Management
In-house Or Outsource? Facility Departments Evaluate Staffing Balance

Building Operating Management
Technology Helps Facility Managers Do More With Less

Building Operating Management
Facility Strategies To Handle More Work With Fewer Resources

Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Management Salaries

Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Management Outsourcing, Retirement, Satisfaction Results

Building Operating Management
Survey: 2015 Facility Department Staffing Plans

Building Operating Management
Pick Low-Hanging Fruit To Make An Existing Building Smarter

News & Views
Handling "Frivolous" Complaints Is A Fine Art For Facility Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Problems and How To Avoid Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VOCs Among Concerns When Specifying Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Factors to Consider Before Starting a Paints and Coatings Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Best Disposal Method for Paints and Coatings

News & Views
Lighting Retrofit Brings Savings and Inventory Efficiency

News & Views
Terms of Accessibility: The Glossary of ADA

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Rise of Net-Zero Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining the Net Zero Concept

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Establishing a Plan for Net-Zero Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Managers Need to Embrace New Ideas and Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maryland School District Streamlines Lighting Systems for Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Streamlighting Lighting Inventory one Goal of K-12 Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
In-House Crews, Contractors Split School District Lighting System Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
School District Building Engineers Provide Significant Input on Lighting Projects

Building Operating Management
Developing, Validating Emergency Operational Procedures Reduces Risk In Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
Develop Site-Specific Emergency Operating Procedures For Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
Training Helps Mitigate Risk During Critical Facilities Failures

News & Views
Steam-Plant Conversion Generates Savings

News & Views
Eight Questions for ADA Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insurance Company Targets Plumbing, Irrigation and HVAC Systems to Curtail Water Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insurance Company Lays Groundwork for 10-Year Sustainability Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Company's Water Conservation Projects Expand as Support Grows

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrofit Projects Bring Financial Hurdles for Insurance Company

Building Operating Management
Make Security Planning A Priority During Building Design

Building Operating Management
Building Owner Needs To Take Lead Role In Prioritizing Security

Building Operating Management
Focus On Zones Of Control And Protection To Minimize Security Gaps

Building Operating Management
Bringing IT Onto The Security Team

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Complaints To Facility Managers May Mask Hidden Issues

Building Operating Management
FMXcellence: See Videos Of The Winners

Building Operating Management
FMXcellence Winners Make A Big Impact By Tackling Business Priorities

Building Operating Management
Advance Work Critical To Successful Delivery Of Leon County Public Safety Complex

Building Operating Management
'Students First' Program Shapes Des Moines Public Schools' Facility Management

Building Operating Management
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Meets Multiple Objectives With Modernization Project

Building Operating Management
Keeping George Washington University's Core Mission In Mind Helps Facility Department Meet Green Goals

Building Operating Management
Westminster Schools' Energy Efficiency Efforts Are Born From Successful Water Project

Building Operating Management
Using Social Media For Facility Maintenance, Emergency Response

News & Views
Maintaining Access Control Systems Requires Regular Attention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Third Roof is a Charm for University of Northern Iowa

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Faces Major Roofing Decision After Storm

News & Views
Decommissioned Data Centers: What's Next?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preventive Maintenance: Shifting a Department's Focus Pays Big Dividends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps to Successful Preventive Maintenance Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing New Technology Boosts Performance, Morale

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recruiting Strategies: Finding and Keeping Top Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Where Maintenance Managers Find Qualified Help

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finding Qualified Candidates Sometimes Presents Major Challenge

Building Operating Management
Options Abound For Facility Managers Exploring Mass Notification Systems

Building Operating Management
Multiple Layers Help Colleges, Universities Maximize Effectiveness Of Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
Voice Messages Are Important Consideration In Mass Notification Planning

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Mass Notification

News & Views
Biodiesel Puts University on Sustainable Ground

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons Learned from Flooding Chaos at University of Iowa

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Historic Flooding Teaches University of Iowa Tough Lessons

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ADA: Design for All

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Indicate Outsourcing Provides Sense of Satisfaction

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Express Outsourcing Concerns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Work Quality Common Outsourcing Survey Theme

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing Not Going Away

Facility Maintenance Decisions
2014 FMD Achievement Awards Winners Named

Building Operating Management
Economic Sustainability Can Justify Facility Investments

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Facility Managers Have To Know Where To Draw The Line About Complaints

Building Operating Management
Avoiding ADA Lawsuits

Building Operating Management
Options for Occupant Communications Improve, But Message Clarity is Critical

Building Operating Management
Missed Opportunities When Specifying or Operating BAS

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Securing BAS

Building Operating Management
Agnes Irwin School Expansion Requires “Disciplined and Precise Thinking”

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Restroom: Aesthetics Among Retrofit Goals

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Questions to Answer Before Deciding on a Portable Cooling Solution

Building Operating Management
FM Training Budgets: Survey Offers Benchmarks

Building Operating Management
Training Survey: Facility Department Needs and Benefits

Building Operating Management
FTC Green Guides Provide Guidance For Sustainable Facility Products and Services

Building Operating Management
Federal Trade Commission Green Guides Help Facility Managers Evaluate Environmental Marketing Claims

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Fire Code Clarifications NFPA 72

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Temperature Complaints May Not Be Frivolous

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Maintaining Access Control Systems Requires Regular Attention

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Staff Training, Maintenance Schedule Help Keep UPS Running

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Connection Between Sustainability and Door Hardware

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seeing LEED Benefits in Door Hardware Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Advances Improve Performance of Door Hardware Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings Aim To Protect And Repair Roofs, Not Replace Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Existing Conditions May Diminish Roof Coating's Effectiveness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Success of Roof Coating Relies on Proper Adhesion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beware Potential Roof Coating Application Problems

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentive, Rebate Programs Can Help Support Green Projects

Building Operating Management
Retail, Investment Properties Often Miss Out On Available Utility Incentives

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Equipment Comes of Age

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effects of Sustainability Felt in Grounds Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Seek Durability, Versatility when Specifying Grounds Equipment

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Prison Plumbing Retrofit Captures Savings

Building Operating Management
Occupant Engagement, Proper Operation Help Meet Sustainable Operations Goals

Building Operating Management
Success Of Sustainability Initiatives Often Hinges On Reaching The Right People

Building Operating Management
Engage Facility Staff To Help Ensure Sustainable Operations

Building Operating Management
Human Behavior Can Make It Hard To Find Best Way To Encourage Sustainable Behavior

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Steam-Plant Conversion Generates Cool Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flooding Produces Campus Changes in Response Training

Building Operating Management
FM Survey: Training Benefits And Needs

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Retrofits: Ensuring ADA Compliance

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4 Steps to Proactive ADA Compliance

Building Operating Management
First Steps When Considering a Green Roof For An Existing Facility

Building Operating Management
Green Roofs Incentives and Rebates

Building Operating Management
Office Building Renovations Aim To Reposition “Stale” Properties

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Water Audit: Create a Fixture Inventory

Building Operating Management
Data Center Assessment Can Prevent Downtime By Identifying Weak Spots In Design, Equipment, And Operations

Building Operating Management
Look For Critical Facilities Design Experience, Knowledge When Choosing A Data Center Assessment Team

Building Operating Management
Primary Objective Of Data Center Assessment Is To Identify Previously Unknown Risks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofit in California Detention Center Captures Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Retrofit Cuts Water Use by Half at Detention Center

Building Operating Management
Plan For Entire Life Cycle When Developing A New Data Center

Building Operating Management
Colocation, Managed Hosting Are Alternatives To Owning A Data Center

Building Operating Management
Focus On Data Center Life Cycle Can Help Shape Infrastructure Planning, Maintenance

News & Views
Challenges Seeking LEED Status in Older Buildings

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Saving Water, Streamlining Maintenance

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Savings from the Grounds Up

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofits Do More Than Save Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Low-Flow Fixtures Impact Water Use Totals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sensored Plumbing Products Reduce Restroom Touchpoints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aesthetically Pleasing: A Rising Restroom Trend

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cost, Maintenance Factors to Consider in Plumbing Retrofits

Building Operating Management
Lesson Learned: When Security Patrols Stopped, Abandoned School Was Quickly Gutted

Building Operating Management
Abandoned Schools Offer Opportunity For Reuse

Building Operating Management
Closed Schools Create Challenges For Districts

Building Operating Management
Closing A School May Seem Like Solving A Problem, But Further Issues Exist

News & Views
How Facility Managers Can Use Facebook and Other Social Media

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Painting Projects Mistakes and Oversights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors Provide Valuable Resource to Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financing Facility Retrofits: The Power of the Negawatt

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What is a Negawatt?

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Facility Managers Can Educate Tenants To Reduce Complaints

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Human Element Plays Large Role In Multitenant Building Security

5 Minutes With
University of San Diego Successfully Implements Mobile CMMS

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Commission, Test UPS To Ensure Proper Operation

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People, Planet, Profits: True Corporate Responsibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
2011 Lighting Retrofit Lit Way for Future Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Plumbing Retrofits Rely on Understanding Technology Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Low-Flow Fittings Proven Way to Conserve Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Modern Plumbing Fixtures Designed to Curtail Water Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: The Road Ahead

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Taking Charge of Demand Response

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Column: Evolving Strategies and Metrics for Data Center Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Make Mom Proud. Win an FMD Achievement Award

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Offers More Stringent Acoustical Standards

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Tackles Acoustics With New Noise Control Pilot Credit, Expanded Acoustic Performance Credits

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Expands Acoustic Performance In Multiple Areas

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Tackle Complaints Head-On

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bio-Diesel Fuel Helps Put Arizona State University on Sustainable Path

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Alternative Fuels Essential Change for Arizona State Grounds Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Deeply Impacts Arizona State Campus

Building Operating Management
Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

Building Operating Management
Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

Building Operating Management
How Healthcare Facilities Can Improve Patient Satisfaction

Building Operating Management
New York Presbyterian's FACE Program Is Designed To Upgrade Facilities, Increase Patient Satisfaction

Building Operating Management
Coordinate Interior Enhancement Program With Interior Guidelines To Maximize Patient Satisfaction Benefit

Building Operating Management
External Aspects Of Healthcare Facilities Play Big Role In First Impression

Building Operating Management
Parking Garage Experience Often Sets Patients' First Impression Of Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
The ABCs of ADA

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Factors to Consider With Demand Response Program

Building Operating Management
Less Obvious Systems To Consider in Pursuing Water Efficiency

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Operations Affect Security With Access Control Systems

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Site-Specific Data Center Commissioning Can Avoid Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Which Energy Audit is Right for Your Facility?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Examining Energy Audits at Ground Level

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Level II Energy Audit Provides Detailed Building Information

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Focusing Energy Audits on Capital-Intensive Projects

News & Views
Airports' Savings Take Off After Plumbing Retrofit

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LED Retrofits Pave the Way for More projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Staples Buying Into LED Lighting

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Using ADA To Evaluate Facilities

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Report Back To Management On How Approved Facility Projects Are Performing

Building Operating Management
Standby Generators Require Regular Testing, Maintenance, Exercising, And Inspection

Building Operating Management
Keys To Backup Power System Success: Features, Flexibility, And Redundancy

Building Operating Management
Exercise Standby Generators To Keep Them In Fighting Shape

Building Operating Management
Preventive Maintenance Is Critical To Dependable Standby Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LED Lighting Provides Maintenance Benefits for Staples

Facility Maintenance Decisions
More LED Lighting Projects on Horizon for Staples

Building Operating Management
Pursuing Sustainability in Healthcare Interiors is an Education

Building Operating Management
Educating the Supply Chain Key to Sustainable Healthcare Interiors

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Dilute, Filter and Separate for Good IAQ

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Get Help From Finance On Proposals For Funding Facility Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Talking Points Column: Maximizing CMMS Technology, Expecting the Unexpected

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Talking Points Column: All that Glitters is not (LEED) Gold

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Selecting Water Closets and Urinals

Building Operating Management
UPS's Key Role In Data Centers Demands Close Attention To Preventing Problems

Building Operating Management
UPS Design Concerns: Cooling, Surge Protection, Maintenance and Batteries

Building Operating Management
Commission UPS Before Operations Begin To Ensure Performance Meets Expectations

Building Operating Management
Tips For Operating UPS In Data Centers

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Training, Maintenance Are Keys To Access Control

Building Operating Management
How Effective Change Management, Transparency Can Help With Major Changes

Building Operating Management
Testing New Processes, Strategies Before Occupation Helps Ease Transition

Building Operating Management
Massive Renovation Turns Old Office Space Into New Healthcare Facility

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Have A Plan To Specify Green Interiors Products

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Ensuring Adequate UPS Redundancy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware Retrofits: A Clear Path to Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Considerations for Door Hardware Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Design Considerations for Door Hardware

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Achieving Sustainability and Maintainability in Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Roofs, Paved Areas Emerge as Sustainable Design Components

Building Operating Management
Newest Version Of LEED-EBOM Is Designed To Drive Better Building Performance

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM Commissioning Credits Focus On Maintaining Efficient Operations

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM Certification Hinges On Three Areas: Energy Star, ASHRAE 62 and Water Use

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM Focuses On Continuously Improving Performance

News & Views
LED Retrofits Offer Lessons in Savings

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Need To Understand Changing Market To Maximize Utility Incentives and Rebates

Building Operating Management
Trend In Utility Incentive Programs Is Toward More Monitoring, Proof Of Performance

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentive Programs Will Require Stricter Monitoring, Offer Greater Benefits

News & Views
ADA and Universal Design: A Closer Look

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Technology Drives Improvements in Access Control

Building Operating Management
How To Prepare Data Centers for Extreme Weather

Building Operating Management
Outside Factors Influence Planning For Data Center Emergencies

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Environmental Reporting In Furniture Makes Slow Progress

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Developing a Fire Protection Plan for Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing for Productivity: The Rise of the Maintenance Planner

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ADA Compliance Requires Proactive Approach

News & Views
Threat and Risk Assessment, and Security for High-Profile Events

Building Operating Management
Relationship-based Educational Design Turns Classrooms Into Instructional Tools

Building Operating Management
Focus On Needs Of Students To Design Effective Classroom Spaces

Building Operating Management
Showing Students, Faculty Respect Is Important Aspect Of Relationship-based Educational Design

Building Operating Management
Color Does Not Have To Be A Challenge In Educational Design

Building Operating Management
Common Problems With Data Center Commissioning

Building Operating Management
Site-Specific, Customized Data Center Commissioning

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Facility Managers Offer Advice About Winning Approval For Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
Air-Flow Management, Economizer Use And Understanding PUE Can Help Improve Data Center Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable and Maintainable: Achieving Two Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Systems Common Target of Sustainability Projects

News & Views
How FMs Can Augment The Triple Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
How To Ensure High-Performance Buildings Have High-Performance Operations

Building Operating Management
BOMI's High Performance Program Can Help Ensure High-Performance Operations

Building Operating Management
LEED in Motion Reports Help Support Case For Sustainability

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Handle Occupant Complaints

Building Operating Management
Wildlife Can Be Popular Or Pests, But Either Can Cause Occupant Complaints

Building Operating Management
Survey: Temperature Complaints Are Most Common, Restroom Complaints A Distant Second

Building Operating Management
Successfully Managing Occupant Complaints Often Involves Determining Underlying Reasons For Complaints

Building Operating Management
Ignoring Occupant Complaints Can Be Tempting, But Often Leads To Further Problems

Building Operating Management
Survey Results: How Facility Managers Handle Occupant Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seeking LEED Status in Older Buildings Offers Unique Challenges

Building Operating Management
Noise Control Principles For HVAC Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Repeat as Needed: Maintenance Is Essential

Building Operating Management
To Win Funding For Energy Efficiency Projects, Think Like A CFO

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Water Conservation: Identifying Targets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell Column: Benefits of Technicians Often Beneath the Surface

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Big Top: Reroofing California's State Capitol

Building Operating Management
Sustainability's Healing Touch: Incremental Steps For Healthcare

Building Operating Management
Durability Is Key To Green Healthcare Interiors

Building Operating Management
Green Healthcare Interiors: Tips For Specifying Materials

Building Operating Management
Evaluating ROI For Sustainability In Healthcare Interiors

News & Views
Avoiding ADA Lawsuits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bumps in the Road to Sustainability: One Hospital's Story

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital's Parking Lot Project Earns High Marks

News & Views
Restroom Retrofits Generate Savings for Atlanta Airport

Building Operating Management
Steps Beyond Simple Payback To Justify Large Energy Efficiency Investments

Building Operating Management
How Bundling Energy Efficiency Projects Helps Justify Large Capital Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Maintenance Savings May Help Justify HVAC Capital Investments

Building Operating Management
Deferred Capital Renewal Can Be Used To Justify HVAC Upgrades

News & Views
ADA: Avoiding Restroom Accessibility Woes

Building Operating Management
Strategies for Continued Energy Efficient Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Soaring Savings: HVAC, Lighting Retrofits Bring Bottom-Line Benefits

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Benefits of an HVAC Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look Online Exclusive: The University of Minnesota's Lighting Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Minutes With Podcast: How University of Alabama at Birmingham Saved Millions of Gallons of Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits at University of Minnesota Deliver Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Parking Structures Frequent Target of LED Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stairwells, Hallways Other Sources of LED Installations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits and Challenges Presented by LED Retrofits

Building Operating Management
GlaxoSmithKline's Double LEED Platinum Headquarters Is Transforming How Its Occupants Work

Building Operating Management
At GSK Headquarters, Building Systems Are Efficient, But Planning And Operations Are Critical To Sustainability

Building Operating Management
GSK's U.S. Headquarters Inspires True Collaboration Between Occupants

Building Operating Management
Atrium, Other Alternative Workspaces Offer Flexibility, Collaboration Options At GSK Headquarters

Building Operating Management
Facility Management 'Concierges,' Easy Access To IT Department Are Among GSK's Changes To Traditional Office Space

News & Views
Make The Financial Case For Additional Facility Staff

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Column: Deferred Maintenance — The Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Column: Savings Strategy — Try Before You Buy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Delivering Efficiency and Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Demand-Response Impact on Operations Before Participating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Health Care Facilities Present Demand Response Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing Hurdles Presented by Demand Response

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Demand-Response Resources

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Undetected Irrigation Issues Result In Significant Water Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Winterize Irrigation Systems in Colder Climates

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Irrigation Audit Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Advances Improve Access-Control Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Inspections Recommended at Least Twice Annually

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Regular Maintenance Critical to Access-Control System Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access-Control System Technicians Require Proper Training

Building Operating Management
IFMA's Sustainability Programs Can Help FMs Meet Sustainability Goals

Building Operating Management
Areas For FMs To Master In Sustainability: Planning, Project Management, Communication, Real Estate, Finance

Building Operating Management
Technology, Operations and Maintenance Are Keys To Sustainability Efforts

Building Operating Management
A Guide To Greenbuild 2013

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Sustainability Efforts

News & Views
Custom Design For Emergency Communication Systems

Building Operating Management
What To Know About Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle, And Chimney Data Center Containment Strategies

Building Operating Management
The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle Containment Strategies

Building Operating Management
How Chimney Containment Can Help Manage Temperatures In Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Four Factors To Consider When Developing A Data Center Containment Strategy

Building Operating Management
Why Facility Managers Make the Best Sustainability Executives

News & Views
Use Hard Data About Benefits To Justify Funding For Facility Projects

News & Views
Video Surveillance Technology Expands Options For Security Monitoring

News & Views
Pay Close Attention To Staffing Challenges In Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
Layered Security Can Help Protect K-12 Students Against Shootings

Building Operating Management
School Districts Have Many Physical Security Options To Reduce Risk Of Mass Shootings

Building Operating Management
Policies Can Help School Districts Mitigate, Prevent Shootings

Building Operating Management
K-12 Schools Should Practice Multiple Evacuation, Lockdown Drills

Building Operating Management
Four Points Can Help Schools Implement Effective Policies To Prevent Shootings

Building Operating Management
Full-Scale Active Shooter Drills Can Help Schools Prepare For The Worst

Building Operating Management
Indiana School District Has Three Goals For Active Shooter Drills

Building Operating Management
Concealed Weapons In Schools Raises Safety, Security Questions

Building Operating Management
Ohio School District Permits Teachers, Other Staff To Carry Guns In School

Building Operating Management
School Districts Focus On Resource Officers, Improved Response Time Instead Of Arming Employees

News & Views
Environmental Reporting In Furniture Makes Slow Progress

News & Views
Why Green Schools Are Important For Students and Teachers

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How General Motors maintenance manager identifies, prioritizes hundreds of projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Strategies for Irrigation Systems

Building Operating Management
How Natural Lighting Affects Lighting Choices

News & Views
Outsourced Security Can Augment Campus Police Department

News & Views
Keep An Eye On Heat To Avoid Security Trouble

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowing Practices and Their Sustainability Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drought Impacts Sustainable Mowing Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cut Height Crucial to Maintain Root Systems

News & Views
How To Limit Human Error In Critical Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Post-Installation Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters Go Beyond Basic Information

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters Require Regular Checkups

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebate Programs Can Help Get Energy Efficiency Projects Off The Ground

Building Operating Management
Changes To Utility Rebate And Incentive Programs Show Importance Of Good Relationship With Utility

Building Operating Management
How Utilities, Customers Can Both Continue To Benefit From Incentive Programs

News & Views
Justify Funding By Showing Risks Of Delay On Facility Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Cherokee County (N.C.) School District

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Leon County, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations & Retrofits: Mississippi State University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations & Retrofits: Orlando Health

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Lee Cty. Port Authority/SW Fla. International Airport

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Stony Brook (N.Y.) University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: University of Michigan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Facility Maintenance Decisions
All 2013 FMD Achievement Award Entries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Minutes With Podcast: Hospital's Web-Based Training Program Improves Safety

Building Operating Management
Innovative Products: Security

Building Operating Management
Survey: The Effects Of Hurricane Sandy On Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
Data Centers: Surviving Hurricane Sandy

News & Views
Common Sources of Indoor Air Contaminants

Building Operating Management
Most Impactful Changes in LEED v4

Building Operating Management
At the University of Alabama, New Laboratories Are Designed For Collaboration

News & Views
LEED In Motion: Where Are the LEED-O+M APs?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Exploring the Benefits of System Energy Audits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Diving Into Data Generated from Energy Audits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Getting the Most out of Energy Audit Results

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Regular Inspections, Testing Delivers Long-Term Reliability for Door Locks, Hardware

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door-Hardware Upgrades Require Revisiting Department Priorities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Weather Factors Into Frequency of Door Hardware Inspections

Building Operating Management
Facility Condition Index, Other Metrics, Improve Asset Management at National Park Service

Building Operating Management
National Park Service's Asset Priority Index Helps Guide Maintenance, Operations

Building Operating Management
Standardized Current Replacement Value Calculations Make Facility Condition Index More Effective

Building Operating Management
Diverse National Park Service Portfolio Complicates Facility And Maintenance Decisions

Building Operating Management
Prioritization System Helps National Park Service Manage Assets, Maintenance and Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs: Lighting the way to Outdoor Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs Emerge as Popular Outdoor Lighting Option

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LED Retrofit Kits, Traditional Outdoor Lighting Options Remain

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temporary Cooling: Hot-Button Issue

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Issues When Deciding to Rent or Buy Portable Cooling Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Other Considerations when Planning for Use of Temporary Portable Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Who's on Your Sustainability Team?

Building Operating Management
FM Pulse: Despite Challenges, Job Satisfaction Stays High For Facilities Managers

Building Operating Management
Tighter Budgets, Increased Connectivity Lead To Longer Hours For Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
FM Pulse: Staff Reductions Affect Not Just Facilities Management, But Also Internal, External Support Systems

Building Operating Management
Stress Reduction, Morale Boosts Are Areas Of Focus For Facilities Managers

Building Operating Management
FM Pulse: Developing Coping Strategies Helps Facilities Managers Handle Stress Of New Demands

Building Operating Management
FM Salaries and Job Satisfaction: Survey Results

Building Operating Management
FM Career Opportunities, Concerns: Survey Results

Building Operating Management
2014 Facility Budget and Staffing Plans: Survey Results

News & Views
Three Points Can Help Facility Managers Justify Funding

News & Views
Long Range Plan Helps Facility Managers Build Relationship With Finance

Building Operating Management
NFPA 110's Fuel Requirements Can Help Guide Backup Power Plan For Hospitals

Building Operating Management
UPS Backup, Automatic Transfer Switches Can Help Keep Health Care Facilities IT, Imaging Equipment Online

Building Operating Management
Co-Gen Plants Can Help Health Care Facilities Stay Online

Building Operating Management
Hospitals Look Past Codes To Set Power Reliability Minimums

News & Views
Dashboards For Energy Data Are Gaining Wider Use

News & Views
Project Management: The Role of Personnel

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Laurie Gilmer Column: Building an Arsenal of Troubleshooting Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Loggers, Temperature Guns Make Building Troubleshooting Easier

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Loggers, Temperature Guns Often Find Easy Fixes

News & Views
Grounds Management: Eye on Irrigation

News & Views
Avoiding ADA Lawsuits

News & Views
Define Network Responsibilities to Defuse IT-Security Tension

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How 5 Sustainability Programs Generate Savings at UC-Davis - An Online Exclusive

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California Campus Realizes Savings With Sustainable Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tree-Planting Program Generates Significant Energy Savings at UC-Davis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Landscape Focus Changes Staff Responsibilities at UC-Davis

News & Views
Complexity Complicates Data Center Maintenance

News & Views
Security Officer Contract Essentials to Know

News & Views
Web Tool Calculates Real Time Air Quality Index

Building Operating Management
Microsoft Uses Fault Detection And Diagnostics To Transform Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Microsoft Uses Big Data To Manage Buildings

Building Operating Management
As Microsoft Has Brought Fault Detection And Diagnostics Online, Management Of Assets Has Improved

Building Operating Management
Unified Reporting Helps Microsoft's Facilities Management Team Measure And Manage Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Microsoft's 'Analytics Blanket' Is Changing How Facilities Are Managed

Building Operating Management
Metropolitan Square Earns LEED-EBOM Gold

Building Operating Management
As IT And Security Converge, Physical And Information Security Challenges Increase

Building Operating Management
Defining Network Responsibilities Is A Key Component Of IT, Security Convergence

Building Operating Management
Financial Factors Are Key Element Of IT, Security Convergence

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Security

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Help Win Funding By Building Relationships With Top Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ADA: Common Sense and Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ADA Standards Differ From Building Codes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Life Cycle of ADA Compliance Issues to Consider

Building Operating Management
Operations Objectives Should Drive Data Center Staffing Decisions

Building Operating Management
Develop Comprehensive Work Rules, Procedures To Minimize Human Error In Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Site-Specific Infrastructure Training Can Help Limit Data Center Human Error

Building Operating Management
How To Use Incentives To Improve Data Center Staff Retention

News & Views
ADA: Tactics To Avoid Lawsuits

Building Operating Management
Data Center Availability, Reliability Hinge On Numerous Factors

Building Operating Management
Data Center "Black Boxes" Can Complicate Operations and Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Continuous On-line Condition Monitoring Is Best Way To Manage Data Center Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cost of Electric Utility Vehicles Prompt Change at University of Texas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles Offer Versatility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Durability Counts When Choosing Right Utility Vehicle

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Sustainability and Smart Choices

News & Views
Test New, Existing Systems To Ensure Working Access Control

Building Operating Management
Take Steps To Make Sure That Summer School Construction Isn't Tardy

Building Operating Management
Time, Money Are Especially Important To Summer School Construction Projects

News & Views
Determining Optimal Start Time Delays For Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Maintenance Solutions is Changing to Facility Maintenance Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Patience — and Savings — Are a Virtue

Building Operating Management
HIPAA Regulations, Affordable Care Act Requirements Are Driving Improvement In Hospital Acoustics, Privacy

Building Operating Management
Sound-absorbing Ceiling Tile Can Help Improve Hospital Acoustics

News & Views
Will The "Dynamic LEED Plaque" Become a Reality?

Building Operating Management
How to Minimize Human Error, Prevent Data Center Downtime

News & Views
Who Runs Sustainability In Your Organization?

Building Operating Management
HEI's Bob Holesko, Other FMXcellence Winners Share How They Made A Big Impact On A Large Portfolio

Building Operating Management
At BAE Systems, Sustainability Program Grew From Single Chiller Project

Building Operating Management
New York City Department Of Education's SchoolStat Program Helps Show Value Of FM

Building Operating Management
Georgia Tech's Culture Of Sustainability Helps Attract Students

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Is Cornerstone Of Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory's Culture, Research

Building Operating Management
TD Bank Spreads Sustainability Across Multi-National Portfolio

Building Operating Management
Video: How to Engage Occupants in Sustainability Strategies

Building Operating Management
Video: Communications Strategies for FM Success

Building Operating Management
Behind-The-Scenes Sustainability Efforts At Fenway Park

Building Operating Management
Balancing Sustainability With Sentiment, Historical Value

Building Operating Management
Facility Management Surprises at Fenway Park

News & Views
Strategic Perspective Guides Healthcare Facility Investment Decisions

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School District Near Chicago Ponders Renovations, Building Consolidations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Landscapes: Grounds Care Activities can Have Big Impact on Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sprinkler Head Leaks, Pressure Issues Lead to Rising Water Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Regular Renovation Recommended for Green Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tactics for Healthy, Attractive Green Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Submetering Technology Helps Facilities Pursue Greater Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Installation Considerations for Utility Meters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Streamlining and Maximizing Submetering Systems

News & Views
ADA: Communication Consdierations

News & Views
Assess Future Needs When Putting In New Access Control

News & Views
Involve Utility As Part Of Demand-Response Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Plumbing Retrofits Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hygiene Concerns Primary in Health Care Plumbing Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Demand For Energy Efficiency In Buildings Brings New Resources For Tenants

News & Views
How To Avoid A "Frankenstein" UPS

News & Views
Develop Crisis Response Plan To Help Protect Campus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Data Center Maintenance Challenges

Building Operating Management
Uncertain Business Climate Makes Strategic Facility Planning More Important Than Ever

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At Crozer-Keystone, Better Safe Than Sorry Was Key To Sandy Plans

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A Community College Library for the 21st Century

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Environmental Reporting For Furniture Takes Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

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Building Operating Management
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The Challenges Of Commissioning Data Centers With Portable Generators

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What To Know Before Building A Modular Data Center

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Keep Shipping Size Constraints In Mind When Designing Modular Data Center

Building Operating Management
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pennsylvania School's Plumbing Retrofit Helps Combat Rising Water Bills

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Office Lighting Design Must Have More Goals Than Just Energy Efficiency

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Building Operating Management
Energy Star Portfolio Manager Helps Ascension Health Meet Energy Efficiency Goals

Building Operating Management
Facilities Resource Group Keeps An Eye Out For Good Ideas Across Acension Health System

Building Operating Management
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Lighting Retrofits Bring Savings, Efficiency to Texas School District

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Key and Card Technology Improvements Boost Door Security

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Utah Community College Migrates Utility Vehicles from Gas to Electric

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Campus Fleet of Utility Vehicles Receives Workout

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Manufacturers Assist in Finding Appropriate Utility Vehicle

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Manage Indoor Pollutants to Preserve Indoor Air Quality

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New Technology, Training Help Improve Indoor Air Quality

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Carbon Dioxide Testing Vital to Prevent IAQ Problems

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HVAC Technicians Best Option to Diagnose IAQ Problems

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Water Common Source of IAQ Problems

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IAQ: Technician Testing and Training

Building Operating Management
Five Sources Of Data Can Help Facility Managers Analyze Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Automated Benchmarking Services Can Aid Building Energy-Data Gathering

Building Operating Management
Submeters Help Measure Energy Used By Specific Building Area

Building Operating Management
Use Building Automation System To Learn Information On Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Data Loggers Offer Specifics Of Equipment's Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Proposed EPAct Deduction Extension Would Create Deep Retrofit Tax Incentive

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Energy Consultants Can Help Integrate Energy Conservation Measures With Facility Master Plan

Building Operating Management
Energy Calculations Help Determine Payback Of Energy Conservation Measures In Facility Master Plan

Building Operating Management
Outdoor Lighting For Safety And Security Is A Complicated Matter

Building Operating Management
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Facility Managers Are Among The Passionate, Progressive Executives Setting The Sustainability Agenda

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Sustainability Executives Have To Market Green Success Stories

Building Operating Management
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Resources for Plumbing Retrofit Success

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The Mower-Sustainability Connection

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Mowers and Sustainability: Understanding Facility Needs

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Mowers and Sustainability: Issues on the Horizon

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Doing Lighting Retrofits the Right Way

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: The Role of Consultants and Designers

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Lighting Retrofits: Spotlight on NEMA

Building Operating Management
Team Effort Helps Make Green Health Care Design A Reality

Building Operating Management
Space Programming Needs To Be Early Consideration In Health Care Design

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Building Envelope Is A Significant Influence On Patient Bed Tower Design

Building Operating Management
Central Plant Requirements Affect Health Care Construction And Operations

Building Operating Management
Briefings: GSA Studies Reveal Energy Savings

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Photoluminescence can guide occupants out

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Building Operating Management
Metal Roofs, Walls Offer Energy Efficiency Possibilities

Building Operating Management
Solar Panels, Metal Roofs Have Natural Symbiosis

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Metal Roofs Offer Number of Energy Star-Compliant Options

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Audit May Improve Building Security

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How to Avoid Common Issues With Doors And Hardware

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Building Operating Management
Doors and Hardware Showcase: New Products

Building Operating Management
NFMT Preview: Education on the Offensive

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Performance-based Outsourcing of Facility Services Can Improve Results

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Outcomes Are Most Important Metric For Performance-based Outsourcing Contracts

Building Operating Management
Performance Accountability Required For Successful Outsourcing

Building Operating Management
Lighting Offers Opportunities To Cut Energy Use

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Fluorescents, Induction Lighting and LEPs Continue to Expand and Improve

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New Lighting Controls Help Manage Energy Usage

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New ADA standards in effect for 2012

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Smart Windows Choices Include Low-E Glass, Electrochromic Glazing

Building Operating Management
Don't Overlook Window Frames As Energy Savers

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Improved Window Performance A Challenge In Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Incentives and Rebates: Smart Planning, Big Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Incentives: Starting the Conversation

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Beyond the Basics of Utility Rebates

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Understanding Prescriptive Utility Incentives

Building Operating Management
Data Mining Helps Find Faults In Building Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Fault Detection Software Offers Guidance To Operating HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
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Prognostics Data Tails Behind Other Fault Detection Tools

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Portable Cooling Units Important For Servers

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Don't Let Myths Stop You From Exploring Net-Zero Energy Buildings

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Net-Zero Building Design Doesn't Have to Be Difficult

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Operations, Occupant Behavior and Plug Loads Can All Affect Net-Zero Goals

Building Operating Management
What A Net-Zero Ready Building Is and Isn't

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As Space Heaters Show, Facility Managers Often Have to Negotiate With Occupants to Avoid Energy Waste

Building Operating Management
Occupants Can Be Asset In Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Motivating Occupants Is Critical To Ensuring Cooperation on Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Educate Occupants to Get Them to Save Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Apps Address Managers' Specific Challenges

Building Operating Management
Green Strategies in a Historic Preservation Project: King Federal Building in Atlanta

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Facility Security Requires Attention to Product Specification, Installation

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Access Control: Trouble Spots in Facility Security

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Access Control: Keeping Security Equipment Cool

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County's Lighting Retrofit Delivers Savings, Lesson

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LEDs: Lighting Retrofit Considerations

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FM And IT Need To Work Together

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University Uses Planning To Ensure Grounds Equipment Performance

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Key Factors in Successfully Specifying Grounds Equipment

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Strategic Maintenance of Grounds Care Equipment

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Anticipating Problems Helps Managers Control Plumbing Retrofit Costs

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Plumbing Retrofits: Product Specification Considerations

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Facility Condition Affects Scope of Plumbing Retrofits

Building Operating Management
10 Questions To Ask Before A Lighting Upgrade Begins

Building Operating Management
Determining Goals Of Lighting Upgrade Can Lead To Different Solution

Building Operating Management
Lighting Upgrade Mock-Ups Help Make Options Clear

Building Operating Management
Medical Technology's Pace Of Innovation Places Heavy Demands On Facilities

Building Operating Management
Significant Technology Changes Require Health Care Facility Renovations

Building Operating Management
Hospital Construction Should Aim For Flexibility From Start

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates And Incentives Help Justify Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates Can Determine Whether Capital Projects Get Off The Ground

Building Operating Management
Documentation Critical To Fulfilling Utility Rebate Requirements

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Design and Construction IAQ Considerations

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Maintenance Funding Strategy: Focus on Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Office Renovation for Architecture Firm Achieves LEED Platinum

Building Operating Management
Why Drexel University Chose Green Globes Over LEED

Building Operating Management
Drexel University Relies On RECs As Part Of Energy Strategy

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Drexel University Continues To Be On Lookout For Ways To Cut Carbon

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Looking At What's Next In BAS

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How to Use LEED-CI

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Robert Francis Focuses on Sustainability Amid Drexel University's Massive Growth

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Condition Monitoring Helps Detect Building Envelope Problems

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Access-Control Technology Offers Enhanced Protection

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Smart-Controller Technology Helps Managers Irrigate Sustainably

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Sustainability: Assessing Irrigation Needs Prevents Problems

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Facility Managers Should Not Be Invisible Within The Organization

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Effective Lighting-Retrofit Technology

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Strategically Selecting Utility Vehicles

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Utility Vehicle Selection: Features and Functions

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ADA: Ensuring Restroom Accessibility

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Managers Discuss Strategies That Boost Productivity

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New Technology: Don't Be 'That Guy'

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Demand Response Is Inexpensive Way To Save

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Collaboration A More Important Element Of Office Design

Building Operating Management
Green Operations in Multi-Tenant Buildings Require Solid Planning, Tenant Buy-in

Building Operating Management
Developing a Sustainability Plan in Multi-Tenant Buildings Has Several Potential Challenges

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Program Must Account For Tenant Behavior

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Plan, Tenant Buy-In Are Only Beginning Of Successful Green Operations

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The Benefits and Challenges of Roof Coatings

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Disaster Recovery: Identifying Risks and Critical Facility Operations

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Devising a Disaster Recovery Plan

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The Aftermath: Minimizing Disaster Impact

Building Operating Management
Communication Between Facility Management And IT Increasingly Important In Data Center Operations

Building Operating Management
Effective Communication Between Facility Management, IT, Improves Bottom Line In Data Centers

Building Operating Management
IT, Facility Management Collaboration Helps Data Centers Mitigate Risks

Building Operating Management
Data Center Codes, Standards Give FM And IT Plenty To Talk About

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Greater Baltimore Medical Center's Boiler Upgrade key to Energy Savings

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GBMC Boiler Upgrade Required Careful Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Timely Boiler Upgrade Completed Under Budget

Building Operating Management
Political Convention Security Planning Requires Risk Assessment, Efficient Communication

Building Operating Management
Experts: Communication is Most Important Part of Emergency Preparedness

Building Operating Management
Owner Buy-In Critical To Physical Security Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Exterior Lighting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Controls That Maximize Exterior Lighting

Building Operating Management
FMXcellence Winners Share How to Do Big Things With Limited Resources

Building Operating Management
How Crouse Hospital Upgraded Its Chilled Water and Emergency Power Systems

Building Operating Management
Munich RE Meets Carbon Reduction Goals

Building Operating Management
Architect Of The Capitol Streamlines Work Orders To Cut Weeks Off Completion Times

Building Operating Management
EMD Serono's Focus On Project Safety Culture Extends Beyond Construction To Operations

Building Operating Management
Ted Whiting: Technology Key to Surveillance Success at ARIA

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Most Important Roof Selection Criterion

Building Operating Management
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Roofing Resources For Facility Managers

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Food Court Renovations: Lessons Learned

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ADA 2012: What You Need To Know

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Backup Power is Critical Concern

Building Operating Management
Bifuel Technology Helps Generators Provide Power

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Campus Expansion Creates Challenges for Chillers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Replacing Chiller on College Campus Requires Ample Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency: Beyond Chiller Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hurricane Cleanup Lets Campus Rebuild Sustainably

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Maximizing Sustainability During Post-Hurricane Restoration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Staff Supports Sustainability Efforts

Building Operating Management
The What, When and How of Demand Response

Building Operating Management
Most Demand Response Programs are Low- or No-Cost

Building Operating Management
Demand Response Programs Include Emergency, Voluntary Options

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Access-Control Technology Offers Enhanced Protection

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Specifying Compatible Door Hardware Enhances Building Security

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Access-Control Technology Requires New Tools for Front-line Technicians

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ADA: Debunking Compliance Myths

Building Operating Management
What interior design trends are leading the way in commercial buildings?

Building Operating Management
Are tight budgets still driving design choices, or has some flexibility started to return to the process?

Building Operating Management
What role does sustainability play in the design process? How has that changed over the last few years?

Building Operating Management
Have there been any big surprises recently in design trends?

Building Operating Management
What do you anticipate as the next area of focus in interior design?

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Plumbing Systems: Setting Retrofit Goals

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Good HVAC Maintenance Practices Mean Good Indoor Air Quality

Building Operating Management
College Campus Shootings Prompt New Emergency Preparedness Steps

Building Operating Management
Public Safety, Police and Security Professionals Can Help Assess Campus Security Threats

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Policies, Training Are Keys to Keeping Campus Safe

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How Can You Take Advantage of the Green Classroom Professional Certificate?

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Good Communication Is Essential to Facility Management Success

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Upgrading Restrooms Requires Sufficient Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Specification Considerations for Upgrading Restrooms

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Restroom Upgrades Create Installation Issues

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ADA: Successful Restroom Renovations

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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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Considering Electric Utility Vehicles

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5 minutes with Ana K. Thiemer Project Manager - Renovation and Renewal Program, Facilities Services, University of Texas Austin

News & Views
ADA: Communication for Success

News & Views
Security System Design in Multitenant Buildings Requires Cooperation

News & Views
Operations an Important Part of Power Reliability

News & Views
The New Criteria for Selecting Office Furniture

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Monitoring: HVAC Overload Prevention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facing HVAC Demands to Protect Critical Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trending Electrical HVAC Power Consumption

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dependable Power Sources

News & Views
Retrocommissioning Can Reveal Opportunities for Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Design, Flexibility, Mobility Are Key Selection Criteria for Office Furniture

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Furniture Playing Larger Role in Office Design Choices

Building Operating Management
Aesthetics Can Help Improve Furniture's Longevity

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Furniture

Building Operating Management
Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) Offers Clarity of Operations

Building Operating Management
What Facility Managers Need to Know to Get the Most Efficiency Out of DCIM

Building Operating Management
How DCIM Can Be Used In Greenfield, Legacy Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency Blueprint?

News & Views
Facility Cost Cutting: Three Tips for Success

News & Views
What is the STARS Rating System?

News & Views
Six Steps To LEED-EBOM

News & Views
Good Communication Key Part of Security System Design

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Effectively Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

Building Operating Management
Why Facility Managers Are Not Adopting Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Benefit From Using Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Management Can Use Social Media in Emergency Situations

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Avoid Social Media Traps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Purchasing Benefits Go Well Beyond Bottom Line Savings

News & Views
Tips for Earning Energy Efficiency Rebates

Building Operating Management
The Best Way To Reduce Water Use In High-Rise Buildings

Building Operating Management
Facility Management and IT Team Up at Rockefeller University

Building Operating Management
Data Centers, IT Infrastructure Benefit from Cooperation Between Facility Management and IT

News & Views
ADA: Avoiding Accessibility Trouble

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Roof Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Increasing Demand for Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Product Selection From Installation to Routine Maintenance

News & Views
Wireless Metering Enhances Sustainability Reporting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Meeting the Challenge Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Application Considerations

News & Views
Determining facility's energy metering needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Utility Rebates and Incentives Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting Qualified Energy-Efficiency Service Providers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Becoming Familiar with Energy-Saving Program Requirements

News & Views
Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

News & Views
Clout Can Give Facility Managers A Stronger Voice and More Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Storm Damage Requires Dome Replacement of Sporting Venue

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrading to a More Structured Roofing System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof-Specification Decision: PVC or Sprayed Foam

News & Views
Building Management System Analytics and Diagnostics Can Aid Facility Staff, If Properly Programmed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustaining Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Performance Measurements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Stronger Maintenance-Sustainability Link

Building Operating Management
Careful Planning for Lighting Controls Can Prevent Problems

Building Operating Management
With Lighting Controls, Facility Managers Should Understand Products, Building's Wiring

Building Operating Management
Testing is Key to Avoiding Lighting Control Projects Problems

Building Operating Management
Lighting Controls: Facility Managers Should Understand, Educate Occupants

Building Operating Management
Earning Energy Efficiency Rebates: Tips for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
With Utility Rebates, Complex Rules Can Trip Up Facility Managers

News & Views
Multitenant Buildings Have Multiple Security Needs

Building Operating Management
ADA Excuses Won't Keep Facility Managers Out of Court

Building Operating Management
ADA Complaints: How Facility Managers Can Evaluate Their Risks

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Explain How They Minimize Risks and Maximize Rewards of New Technology

Building Operating Management
Evaluating New Technology: Business Analysis, Third-Party Tests Can Prevent Problems

Building Operating Management
Where Facility Managers Can Find Information, Guidance on Evaluating New Technology

Building Operating Management
New Building Technology: How Facility Managers Can Insulate Their Organizations From Risks

5 Minutes With
5 minutes with Rick Storlie Director of Administrative Services, Facilities Management University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Building Operating Management
Never Too Early to be Better at the InterContinental San Francisco

Building Operating Management
Demand Response: No Cost Way To Reduce Energy Bills

Building Operating Management
Perform an Energy Audit As a First Step To Savings

Building Operating Management
How To Justify Energy Efficiency Projects To Upper Management

News & Views
Successful Recycling: Achieving Sustainability Goals

News & Views
Reviewing Renewable Energy Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining Facility Cooling Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Solving Cooling Challenges

News & Views
Deadline has arrived for ADA Compliance

News & Views
Facility Manager Do's and Don'ts for Email Communication

Building Operating Management
Don't Wait for an Emergency to Review Backup Power Plans

Building Operating Management
Tier Ratings, "9's" Help Show Needed Level of Power Reliability

Building Operating Management
Power Reliability: Don't Overlook the Importance of Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
County's Successful In-house Plumbing Upgrade Delivers Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Project Outline

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Upgrade's Challenges and Additional Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints for Performance and Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing Paint and Coating Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Painting Project Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Reporting: Plug-Load Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Technology of Sustainability Reporting

Building Operating Management
Multitenant Buildings Have Multiple Security Needs

Building Operating Management
In Securing Multitenant Facilities, Human Element Plays a Large Role

Building Operating Management
With Multitenant Buildings, Good Communication Is Essential to Security Planning

News & Views
ADA: The Outside Story

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance and the Bottom Line

News & Views
Roofing Technological Advances

News & Views
Tackling the Challenges of Maintenance Recruiting

Building Operating Management
Keep Your Eye on Data Center Energy Efficiency Trends

Building Operating Management
A Modern Approach To Patient Care

5 Minutes With
Energy efficiency project results in significant campus improvements

News & Views
Common ADA Violations

News & Views
How to Select a Security Vendor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrade Shines Light on Reaching Sustainability Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanding The Scope of Lighting Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Sensors Offer Additional Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: Achieving Sustainability Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Container Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: Safe Collection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BIM: A Better View of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Optimizing Your CMMS Solution

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Specification Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximum CMMS: Maintenance Mobility

News & Views
When Facility Staff Is Cut, Reduce Facility Services Carefully

News & Views
Three Reasons Can Justify New Building Automation Technology

News & Views
Maintenance Challenge: Sustaining Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Green Health Care Buildings Reduce Costs, Support Patient Health

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency, Recycling Areas of Focus for Green Health Care Operations

Building Operating Management
Credible Data, Staff Support Help Green Health Care Operations Succeed

Building Operating Management
Peter Strazdas on Measuring Results and Changing Behavior

Building Operating Management
Nancy Bechtol on the Importance of Communication

Building Operating Management
Allan Skodowski on LEED 2012

Building Operating Management
Power and Gas Prices: Time for Long Term Contracts?

Building Operating Management
LEED 2012 Will Emphasize Operating Performance; ADA Deadline

Building Operating Management
NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 Cover Commissioning, Testing of Building Fire Systems

Building Operating Management
Federal Regulations for T12 Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescents, and EPAct Tax Deductions

Building Operating Management
Floorcoverings Can Be Green/Sustainable

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Poor Flooring Performance With Proper Specifications

News & Views
Efficient, Cost-Effective Plumbing Upgrades

News & Views
ADA: Ensuring Compliance

News & Views
Conceptual Design Helps Solve Security Setup

News & Views
Lower Photovoltaic Costs Fueling Rise of Solar

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Advances Offer Managers Better Roof Protection Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Classification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Installation and Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Showcase: Security Products

Building Operating Management
How to Design an Electronic Security System

Building Operating Management
Electronic Security Systems: How To Select Vendors And Manage Construction

News & Views
How to Create a Two Way Facility Management Communication Strategy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits Can Reveal Opportunities for Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits: Setting The Stage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits: Avoiding Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustaining Sustainability: Seeking Infinite Benefits Beyond Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Digital Data Era Is Here. Are You Prepared?

Building Operating Management
Evidence-Based Design Part of Lakeland’s Far-Sighted Approach

Building Operating Management
How to Take Advantage of Ceiling Options to Address Workplace Trends

Building Operating Management
Environmental Considerations When Selecting Ceilings

Building Operating Management
Acoustic Solutions Are Not Your Father's Sound Masking

News & Views
Maintaining IAQ During Construction Projects

Building Operating Management
Automated Demand Response a Better Way to Shave Peak Load

Building Operating Management
How Automated Demand Response Performs

Building Operating Management
OpenADR as a National Standard for Automated Demand Response

Building Operating Management
Commissioning HVAC Equipment

Building Operating Management
Lab Delivers Flexibility and Collaboration on a Fast-Track Schedule

News & Views
How To Do A Pre-Occupancy Survey

Building Operating Management
Brian Crimmins on the Evolution of Crozer-Keystone Health System

Building Operating Management
Brian Crimmins Uses Facilities to Help Crozer-Keystone Health System Increase Market Share

Building Operating Management
Health Care Facilities Strategy: Ambulatory Care at Crozer-Keystone

Building Operating Management
Health Care Facilities Management Team Runs Lean at Crozer-Keystone

Building Operating Management
Tips for Facility Service Contracts for Large Health Care Organizations

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

News & Views
Planning Pointers for Successful HVAC Retrofits

News & Views
Water Conservation and Grounds Management

News & Views
ADA: Compliance Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Informed Decisions About Uninterruptible Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Source Alternatives for UPS Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Technology Matters

News & Views
Indoor Air Quality Measurement Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Challenges Of Finding Qualified Technicians

Building Operating Management
Facility Funding is Step by Step Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability, the Bottom Line and You

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Budgeting Requires Incentives, Deal Makers

News & Views
Building Automation Systems: Three Reasons to Replace Rather Than Upgrade

News & Views
Five Lighting Maintenance Practices Can Ensure Quality

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Softer Side of Maintenance Recruiting

News & Views
For Good Facility Management Communication, Keep Three Points in Mind

News & Views
Separate Networks Key to Data Center Security Success

News & Views
The Value of Reliable Power

Building Operating Management
Picking the Best BAS

News & Views
Two Fundamental Ways to Increase On-Site Capacity

News & Views
Three Options for Data Center Expansion

News & Views
Networks Face External Threats

News & Views
Renewable Energy Systems Offer Options, Require Specifications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Sustainable Paints Means Determining Life-Cycle Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Planning, Clear Communication Pave the Way for Boiler Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Controls Considerations Played Key Role in Boiler Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Boiler Replacement Required More Than Technical Skills

News & Views
Five Ways BIM Can Benefit FM

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

Facility Focus
Crisis Management: Why you need to be concerned

Facility Focus
Incident Trends in Educational Institutions

Facility Focus
Tips for Creating a Crisis Coordinator Program

Facility Focus
Why the First 2-3 Minutes of an Incident are so Important

Facility Focus
Understanding Technology Supported Emergency Response Initiatives

Facility Focus
Creating a "Red Book" Can Save Your Assets During an Incident

Building Operating Management
Look Outside Building to Protect Data Center Network

Building Operating Management
Separate Security Network Improves Data Center Protection

Building Operating Management
Securing Data Centers Requires Dedication During Design

Building Operating Management
Pros and Cons of IP, Analog Data Center Security Systems

News & Views
Sustainable Facilities: Ensuring Performance

News & Views
Performance Contracting: Saving Energy, Saving Money

News & Views
ADA and the Path of Travel

Building Operating Management
AHJs: Complications for FMs

Building Operating Management
Meeting Health Care Fire/Life Safety Regulations Requires Regular Checkups

Building Operating Management
Fire Detection, Sprinkler Systems are Key Components of Health Care Fire/Life Safety

Building Operating Management
Keys to Testing Fire Alarm, Sprinkler Systems in Health Care Facilities

Building Operating Management
Joint Commission Survey: How One Hospital Earned a Perfect Score

News & Views
Review a Sample Fixture to Ensure Lighting Quality

News & Views
Three Boiler Control Upgrades Can Improve Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Focus On Sustainability: Effect on Roofing

Building Operating Management
Controls, Sustainability Are The Focus at Shedd Aquarium

News & Views
How Five Steps Can Help Facility Managers Improve Communication

News & Views
Four Steps Can Help Determine Whether to Upgrade or Replace Building Automation System

Facility Focus
Project: The Aventine

News & Views
How To Do A Pre-Occupancy Survey

Building Operating Management
Metal Roof and Wall Systems Prove Durable, Cost Effective

Building Operating Management
Metal Roofs Much Improved From Earlier Generations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Updates Operations for Green, Financial Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation Focus of Grounds Department's Efforts

News & Views
The IAQ-Sustainability Connection

News & Views
Customer-centered Approach to IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying Goals Is First Step in Planning Plumbing Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining Savings from Plumbing Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Specification for Successful Plumbing Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How Health Care Facility Managers Cure Four Acoustical Challenges

Building Operating Management
Health Care FMs Have to Protect Privacy and Intelligibility

Building Operating Management
Vibration, Other Noises Cause Health Care Acoustical Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unmotivated Employees? Managers Need to Look in the Mirror

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unmotivated Employees: Root Causes and Solutions

Building Operating Management
Flooring Choices Can Bring LEED Credits

Building Operating Management
Variety of Carpet Options Can Earn LEED Points

News & Views
Renovations and ADA

Building Operating Management
What is the Value of Reliable Power?

Building Operating Management
How Unreliable Power Can Affect the Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
Show Top Management Options to Win Funding for Power Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Focus: Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicle Manufacturers Suggest Buyers Focus on Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation Utility Vehicles Offer Sustainability Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles Generate Interest

News & Views
Demand Control Ventilation Can Reduce Energy Costs

News & Views
Find Out How the Facility Staff Can Help Other Departments

Building Operating Management
Communication, Rapport Key for FM at Chicago Botanic Gardens

Building Operating Management
Proven Tactics Facility Managers Use to Get Funding Approved

Building Operating Management
Working With Financial Department Will Show How to Get Funding Approved

Building Operating Management
Emphasize Benefits When Making Pitch for Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
How to Prepare Better Proposals for Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
Technology Brings Positive Change To Fire Safety

News & Views
Measuring Facility Occupant Perceptions of IAQ

Building Operating Management
Learning Curve: Tax Benefits for Energy Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Maintenance Planning Streamlines Operations, Saves Money

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentive Programs Can Help Facility Managers Save Dollars

Building Operating Management
Demand Response Plays Big Role in Utility Energy Incentive Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital's Plumbing Systems Upgrades Provide Roadmap

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Audit Paves the Way for Successful Plumbing Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Plumbing Upgrades Depend on Occupant Support

News & Views
Using ASHRAE 62.1 to Maintain Good IAQ

Building Operating Management
FMs Can Roll Out LEED-EBOM Across the Campus

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM 'Master Site' Credits Categorized in Three General Groups

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Can Use LEED-EBOM Categories as Conceptual Tools

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Say More Than Cost Cutting Needed During Downturn

Building Operating Management
Survey: Outsourcing an Option for Facility Managers During Recession

Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Managers Had to Take Hard Look at Spending

Building Operating Management
Communication Essential to Managing Facilities During Downturn

News & Views
Four Ways That Facility Managers Can Get Corporate Information

News & Views
Five Factors to Consider Before Replacing or Expanding a Building Automation System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology: Everything Old — And Improved — Is New Again

News & Views
Saving Water: Going with the (Low) Flow

News & Views
Immediate Responders Can Provide Swift Response to Crisis

News & Views
Data Centers Look For Ways To Fight Energy Costs

News & Views
Accessibility: Making Way for ADA

News & Views
ADA Compliance: Important Dates

Building Operating Management
Robert Lang: Security Road Map Can Improve Decisions in Emergencies

Building Operating Management
The Citadel Center: Chicago Green

News & Views
Critical Facility Fire Suppression Options

News & Views
Be Ready When Security Questions Are Asked

News & Views
Consider Employee Needs When Buying Furniture

News & Views
The Focus on Sustainability is Changing Roofing Strategies, Products

Building Operating Management
Does Your Facility Have a Security Plan?

News & Views
When ADA Calls: Responding to a Complaint

News & Views
Replacing Rooftop Units Before They Fail Can Bring Significant Benefits

Building Operating Management
Learning Curve: Process Cleaning Leads to a Cleaner, Healthier School

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Need to Get Educated on Chemical Toxins

Building Operating Management
New Ways of Working

Building Operating Management
Space Efficiency Drives Furniture Trends

News & Views
Five Steps Can Help Win Acceptance for New Workplace Designs

News & Views
Five Rules of Thumb Can Aid Decision to Replace or Upgrade BAS

Building Operating Management
Introducing LEED for Healthcare

Building Operating Management
Everyday Heroes

Building Operating Management
IAQ Criteria for Building Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ: Review Specification Documents, Seal HVAC Systems

News & Views
ADA: Renovations and Requirements

News & Views
What Is RoofPoint?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Awards Program Full of Great Ideas - To Steal

Building Operating Management
Calling in the Experts

Building Operating Management
Double-Dipping Pays Off

Building Operating Management
LEED for Healthcare: Construction is Focus, Not Operations

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Maintain Enthusiasm

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Organize a Big Project

News & Views
The Buzz About LEED for Healthcare

News & Views
MSCA Star Certifies Non-Residential Mechanical Service Contractors

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Follow These Steps to Leadership

News & Views
Free Handbook Can Help With Tracking, Improving Building Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Students Conduct Surveys, Inventory Fixtures

News & Views
Diagnostic and Monitoring: Tools to Analyze Power Quality

News & Views
Don't Turn a Blind Eye to IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Technologies Require Life-Cycle-Cost Analysis

News & Views
The Three Tiers of Green Product Selection

News & Views
What Are Outcome-Based Codes?

Building Operating Management
Facility Occupants Can Breathe Easier When Facility Managers Have Good Data

Building Operating Management
Measuring Contaminants Not As Easy As it Seems, May Not Be Necessary

Building Operating Management
Trained Immediate Responders Can Provide Swift In-House Action When Trouble Strikes

Building Operating Management
Effective Immediate Responders Require Careful Planning, Training

Building Operating Management
Phillip Saieg: The Pursuit of High-Performance

Building Operating Management
Phillip Saieg: Raising the Bar on Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Different Levels of Energy Audit

Building Operating Management
Retrocommissioning vs. Energy Audit

5 Minutes With
Energy Efficiency: Role of HVAC Systems and Benchmarking with Jay Russell

News & Views
Water Conservation: Low-Flow Faucets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Projects Include T8s, T5s

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: LEDs Offer Lucrative Payback

News & Views
Customizing a Resume Can Help Facility Manager Land Job

News & Views
Common ADA Violations

News & Views
Managing Lighting Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Recruiting, Hiring and Retaining Quality Workers

News & Views
EMS Systems Need to Meet Today's Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Grid: Managers Have Incentives for Reducing Demand

News & Views
Water Conservation: Going with the (Low) Flow

News & Views
Eco Charrettes: A Key Part of a LEED-EBOM Initiative

News & Views
Security Retrofit Considerations

News & Views
Recognition Programs Offer Validation, Other Benefits to Facility Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Grid Improves Power Quality, Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Performance Buildings Need High-Performing Operators

Building Operating Management
Retail REIT Installs PVs With Power Purchase Agreement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Operates on 100 Percent Renewables, Sells Power

Building Operating Management
Peter Strazdas: BIM Is The Future of FM

Building Operating Management
Glimcher Takes Energy-Efficiency, Other Green Steps

News & Views
The Right Language Can Help Gain Top Management OK for Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Consider Wireless Options When Planning a Controls Retrofit

News & Views
Grounds Care: Irrigation Practices to Save Water

News & Views
Risk Assessment Key to Building Security

Facility Focus
Sustainability Improvements Require Organizational Buy-In

Facility Focus
How to Streamline Lighting Retrofits

Facility Focus
HVAC Retrofits Lower Energy Use, Reduce Hot-Cold Calls

Facility Focus
What is the EPA's National Building Competition?

Building Operating Management
Industry Group Sees DC Power Making Gains in Workplaces, Data Centers and Beyond

News & Views
Collaboration key to data center efficiency

Building Operating Management
ROI? NPV? FMs Who Know Which Method to Use Boost Odds of Project Approval

Building Operating Management
More Advanced Tools Can Help Sell Projects

Facility Focus
Energy Costs: Retrofit to Save Money

Facility Focus
Sustainability Success Story: Small Projects Pay Off Big

Facility Focus
One Company's Approach to Sustainability and the Bottom Line

News & Views
Trends in Fires in Educational Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Direct-Digital Controls Improve Equipment Monitoring

Facility Focus
What's Included in Retrocommissioning and Recommissioning Studies?

News & Views
Fire Safety in Food Service

News & Views
Air Handler Drain Pans and Indoor Air Quality

Building Operating Management
In a Blink, Arc Flash Can Kill or Maim Workers and Damage Property

Building Operating Management
How to Analyze Your Arc Flash Risk

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Everywhere a Strategy: Get Serious About Specification

Facility Focus
Project Management: Break Large Projects Into Pieces

Facility Focus
Sustainability: Green Projects Help Obtain Funding

Facility Focus
Energy Management: Get Support From Financial Personnel

Facility Focus
Facilities Management: How to Create a Energy Department

Facility Focus
Facilities Management: Implement a Bottom-Up Approach

Facility Focus
Facility Management Matrix: Integrate Environmental Stewardship

5 Minutes With
Personnel Management and Cost-Saving Strategies with Bruce Canter

News & Views
Tracking Sustainability with a CMMS

Building Operating Management
Rob Pearlman's Facility Management Team at International Finance Corp. Relies on Data

Building Operating Management
Increasing Density Helps Manage Space

Building Operating Management
How IFC Tracks Energy Usage and Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Replacement: Conduct Inventory and Analysis of Conditions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Direct-Digital Controls: Energy Management Lowers Utility Costs

Building Operating Management
Stephen George: Master Planning Via Partnering

Building Operating Management
Formal LEED-EBOM Certification

Building Operating Management
Working With Other Departments on a LEED-EBOM Initiative

Building Operating Management
Green Science Teaching Center Meets Challenges of Landmark Site

News & Views
Business Continuity Planning: Ten Key Steps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Role of Building Occupants in Reducing Carbon Footprint

Building Operating Management
Utilities Offer a Range of Incentives for Improving Energy Performance

News & Views
Slowing the Flow: Plumbing Systems and Water Conservation

News & Views
Seven Strategies Can Make Change Management Successful

Facility Maintenance Decisions
T12 Lamps: Strategies for Successful Retrofits

Building Operating Management
Checks 1-5: Audit and Upgrade Access Control System

News & Views
Trained Staff Is Essential to Get Energy Savings from Building Automation Systems

Facility Focus
Use Inventory Software to Assess Condition of Facilities, Systems

Facility Focus
Facility Master Plan Helps Prioritize Investments

Facility Focus
Use Criteria to Evaluate Investment Options

Facility Focus
Gap Analysis: Evaluate Investment Choices in Master Plan

News & Views
Taking Stock of New ADA Regulations

Building Operating Management
Research Shows the Benefits of Cool Roofs for Building Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Six Factors of Long-Term Performance

Building Operating Management
Metal Buildings Can Offer Design Benefits and Cost-Effectiveness

News & Views
When Upgrading Building Automation, Review Capabilities of Existing Systems

Facility Focus
What Do Facility Managers Need in Business Continuity Plans?

Facility Focus
Emergency Planning: Develop a Communications Strategy

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Keep a Plan Up to Date

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Drilling and Tabletop Exercises

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Implement a Shelter-In-Place Plan

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Develop a Chain of Command

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Plan: Use Checklists for Most Important Steps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Tactics to Avoid Failure, Embrace Success

Building Operating Management
For Facility Managers, Gaining Influence Means Communicating Effectively

Building Operating Management
Effective Communication Takes More Than the Loudest Voice

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Define a Business Continuity Plan

Facility Focus
The Evolution of Communication Expectations

News & Views
Sustainability: Developing Maintenance Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: How to Implement Condition-Based Monitoring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Design, Installation, Maintenance Impact Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Part of Managers' New Normal

Building Operating Management
Green Building News

Building Operating Management
Projects: Historic Solution Leads to Platinum Rating

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Good Communications

Building Operating Management
Finding the Right Communication Channel

Building Operating Management
How to Get Going on Energy Efficiency Programs

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Benefits of Metal Buildings

Building Operating Management
Improving Building Energy Performance After Construction

Building Operating Management
Research Shows Cool Roofs Have Benefits at City and Global Levels

5 Minutes With
Green Initiatives Save Money, Reduce Energy Use with Kim Farlin

News & Views
How To Make Data-Based Decisions

News & Views
Give Top Management Multiple Reasons When Justifying Projects

Facility Focus
Five Questions to Answer When Communicating Change

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Motivating Technicians, Tracking Productivity

News & Views
Evaluate Maintenance Benefits of HVAC Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Cleaning: Automatic Cleaners, Sanitizers Improve Hygiene

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Demand-Response Program Requires Culture Shift

News & Views
Build Trust with Outsourced Service Providers

News & Views
ADA-Compliant Restroom Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: How to Quantify Lost Productivity

News & Views
What You Need To Know About the Various LEED Credentials

News & Views
Water Treatment Demand Planning and Ongoing Attention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Resources for Sustainable Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Business Continuity Strategy: 10 Key Steps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Communication is Critical

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: Focus on High-Performing Workers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tough Decisions: Managers Need a Strong Conscience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DOE Grant Fuels County's Green Building Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing: No-Touch Fixtures Improve Restroom Hygiene

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restrooms: Use Hygiene Monitor to Measure Bacteria Count

News & Views
Strategic Thinking Can Help the Facility Department Add Value

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid Allows FMs to Better Manage Electricity Consumption

Building Operating Management
Cashing in with Smart Grid on Wholesale Electric Price Volatility

Building Operating Management
Understanding Electricity Bills Helps Avoid Unpleasant Surprises

Building Operating Management
New Technologies Mean New Rates

Building Operating Management
Longer-payback Energy Upgrades Maximize Building Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Reaping the Benefits of Longer-payback Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Steps in Designing Green Interiors

Building Operating Management
To LEED or Not to LEED?

Building Operating Management
How Real Companies Executed Sustainable Design

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Pitfalls In LEED Certification

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Retrofits: Sustainable Strategies

Facility Focus
Energy Audit Yields Big Savings

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FM-IT Partnership Can Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency

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Utility Incentives Can Help Cover the Cost of Retrocommissioning

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Take Action During National Radon Month

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The Benefits of Water Audits

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Signage: Pointing the Way to Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs: Beware of Performance Characteristics

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BACnet Systems Offer Many Opportunities to Improve Sustainability

Building Operating Management
BACnet Connectivity and Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Interoperability and Green Building

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Controls: Real-World Savings

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Why BACnet?

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High-performance Computing (HPC) Is Likely to Become Mainstream

Building Operating Management
Power and Communication Needs of Supercomputers

Building Operating Management
Tackling HPC's Massive Heat Generation

Building Operating Management
Cooperation in the Data Center Can Reduce Costs, Increase Reliability

Building Operating Management
Managing Common Disagreements Between FM and IT

Building Operating Management
Trends in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Get the Information on Water Cost and Use

Building Operating Management
ADA: What FMs Need to Know

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Proposed Incentives for Building Efficiency

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Ways to Promote Energy Efficiency Without New Legislation

Building Operating Management
LED Performance Improving

Building Operating Management
Where to Use LEDs

Building Operating Management
Factors for LED Retrofit

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Specifying LED Systems

Building Operating Management
Resilient Flooring Options: Improved Design Appeal and Performance

Building Operating Management
Health Care Friendly Rubber

Building Operating Management
Linoleum's Affordable Benefits

Building Operating Management
Vinyl Gaining Respect

Building Operating Management
Long-lived Terrazzo

Building Operating Management
Mixing Resilient Floor Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Evaluate Options, Crunch the Numbers

News & Views
When Change Is Coming, Change Management Is Essential

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Planning: Conduct a Business Impact Analysis

News & Views
Lighting Retrofits: Look Closely at Controls

News & Views
When Change Is Coming, Change Management Is Essential

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs Moderate Interior Building Temperatures

News & Views
Project Management: Successful Lighting Retrofits

News & Views
Plan on Good IAQ

News & Views
Green Workplaces Retain and Attract Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Marketing Maintenance: How to Communicate the Value of Your Job

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Moving to Sustainability: Managers Should Look at Past Accomplishments

News & Views
ADA: Success Through Communication

News & Views
Sustainable Interiors and Productivity

News & Views
Designing for Productivity and Green Strategies Overlap

Building Operating Management
Making the Business Case: Assess Your Options

Building Operating Management
Making the Business Case: Identify the Solution

Building Operating Management
Making the Business Case: Define the ROI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A License to Steal the Next Big Idea

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Mobile Applications Improve Inventory Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Controls Provide Savings Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Upgrades: District Focuses on Motors, Drives, Geothermal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Direct-Digital Controls Improve Schools' Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Maximizing Daylighting Benefits in Open Offices

Building Operating Management
Common Problems for Aging Controls Systems

Building Operating Management
Establishing the Need for New Controls

Building Operating Management
Data Center Security Design

Building Operating Management
Common Security Risks for Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs: Popular for Exterior Applications

News & Views
Solid Network Can Help Facility Managers Tackle Complex Projects

News & Views
LEDs: Specification Challenges

News & Views
Power Management: Demand Response & The Grid

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Use Data to Build Clout

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Audit: Obtain Fixture Flow Rates, Waste-Line Sizes

News & Views
Occupant Input Can Aid HVAC Retrofits

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Increase Influence by Developing Credibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: How to Operate Off the Grid

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrofits: Organizations Invest in Maintenance, Engineering Departments

News & Views
Lessons Project Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Combined Heat and Power: Cogeneration Saves University Money

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Meters: Report to Building-Control System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Web-Based System, Mobile Access Boost Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Audit: Identify Water Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs Improve Lighting Performance, Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEDs: Cost Inhibits Widespread Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Geothermal Systems: Pay Attention to Control Sequence

Building Operating Management
Daylighting and Acoustics are Concerns in Office Spaces

Building Operating Management
Study Links Green Buildings and Employee Productivity

Building Operating Management
New Energy Efficiency Programs and Financing Mechanisms Available

Building Operating Management
Determining Damages in Green Building Lawsuits

Building Operating Management
Responsibilities Must Be Spelled Out In a Green Building Contract

Building Operating Management
Designer’s Professional Liability Insurance Issues

Building Operating Management
Daylighting Benefits Lie in Proper Design, Control

Building Operating Management
Start With Integrated Design, Maintain Results With Diligence

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Professionals Discuss Managing Retrofits

News & Views
Plumbing and Water Conservation

News & Views
Upgrading for Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Conduct a Water Audit

News & Views
Minimizing the Number of Furniture Standards

News & Views
ADA: Accessibility and Efficient Facilities

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Help To Lessen Stress Of Elevator Stranding

News & Views
Accessibility: Planning for Emergencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CHP System: Turbine Reduces Greenhouse-Gas Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CHP System Lowers Utility Bills, Generates Reliable Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cogeneration Installation: Lessons Learned

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofits: Focus on Water Conservation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrofits Test Managerial Skills

News & Views
Water Treatment Programs Can Solve Three Problems

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Seek Allies in Other Departments

Building Operating Management
Always Consider Energy, the Envelope and Reuse What You Can

Building Operating Management
Best Practices: Daylighting, IAQ, Green Cleaning and More

Building Operating Management
Increase Energy Efficiency with Lighting Retrofits

Building Operating Management
Aim for Goals for Lighting Retrofits, Including Higher Productivity

Building Operating Management
Furniture Standards Change as Office Hierarchies Flatten

Building Operating Management
Implementing New Furniture Standards Takes Patience

Building Operating Management
Evaluate Vulnerabilities in Facility and Technology

Building Operating Management
The People Part

News & Views
Outsourced Facilities Management Survey Data

News & Views
Condensate Line Maintenance for Good IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Upgrade: Hospital Undertakes Risk Assessment

News & Views
Flexible, Ergonomic Workstations

News & Views
Creating a Dynamic, Creative Workplace

News & Views
Monitoring Is an Essential Part of Water Treatment Program

News & Views
In Change Management, Allies Are Crucial

News & Views
Energy Management System Can Streamline Facility Maintenance Tasks

News & Views
Maintenance: Security Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Strategies for Participating in Demand-Response Programs

News & Views
How To Prepare Your Building for LEED-CI Tenants

News & Views
Accessibility and Restroom Renovations

News & Views
Replacing HVAC Equipment? Take a Fresh Look at Options

News & Views
To Improve Facility Management, Use Other People's Ideas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Staff Team Up When Purchasing Mowers, Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Capital Investments: Review, Evaluate Historical Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Justification: Develop Capital-Budgeting Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Not Such a Dirty Word

News & Views
DDC Controls Make Retrocommissioning Easier, More Essential

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Retrofit: Upgrade Access-Control System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security: IP-Based, Digital Cameras Streamline Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Three Door-Hardware Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCT FOCUS: Doors and Door Hardware

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Green Building News

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

Building Operating Management
Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

Building Operating Management
Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid's Rapid Deployment Brings Perks

Building Operating Management
Smart Meters Bring Time-of-use Electric Rates

Building Operating Management
Metal Roof and Wall's Durability and Versatility

Building Operating Management
Metal's Green Credentials, Good Looks

News & Views
Successful Lighting Retrofits

News & Views
Evaluating Access, Avoiding Liability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Bi-Level Induction Lamps Reliable, Efficient

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LED Technology: Lamps Improve Light Quality, Performance Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits Improve Efficiency, Safety in Parking Structures, Surface Lots

News & Views
Managing Outsourcing in Critical Facilities

News & Views
Where Are The LEED-EBOM Points Available?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: LEED, Energy Star and the Cool Roof Rating Council

News & Views
Energy Audits: Developing a Plan

News & Views
Daylighting and Cubicle Walls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Different Levels of Energy Audits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits: Analyze Energy Use, Review Utility Rate Structure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits: Performing an Economic Analysis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: What is the Annual Savings Potential?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Checklist for Testing, Maintaining Uninterruptible Power Supplies

News & Views
Balancing Savings and Performance in Outsourcing

Building Operating Management
Measuring the Benefits of HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Strategies for Urban Health Care

Building Operating Management
Rural Health Care Sustainability Considerations

Building Operating Management
Common Sense Strategies for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Commissioning Systems, Evaluating Loads for Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Data Management for Continuous Improvement

Building Operating Management
Engaging Staff, Occupants for Sustainable Success

Building Operating Management
Furniture Manufacturers Make Products More Sustainable

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Priorities for Codes, Standards, Regulations

News & Views
Making the Facility Department More Visible in the Organization

News & Views
Soft Skills Are Important in Retrocommissioning

News & Views
DOJ Updates ADA Guidelines

Building Operating Management
Security Threats to Facilities are Changing as Terrorists Becoming Decentralized

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Battery-Powered, Touch-Free Dispensers Improve Hygiene, Sustainability

Facility Focus
Tips of the Trade - Gaining Clout With Communication

Facility Focus
Tackling Big Challenges Pays Off with Clout

Facility Focus
Building Clout With Data

Facility Focus
Networking Helping FMs Get Things Done

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Photovoltaic Roofs: What is the ROI?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Soap Dispensers: Cost and Hygiene Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: 11-Foot Deck Vastly Improves Operator Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Integrated Pest Management: Sustainability and Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscapes Play Role in Building Security Perimeter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Utilization Index: Meters, Software Improve Facilities Monitoring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Meters Help Facilities Qualify for Utility Programs

Building Operating Management
Increasing Data Center Capacity and Improving Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Lighting Upgrades Bring Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
New Energy Efficient Lighting Technologies

Building Operating Management
Lighting Controls Strategies Can Save Money

Building Operating Management
What is BACnet Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Verifying and Customizing Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Should Reassess Security Plans as Terrorist Networks Become Decentralized

News & Views
Even with Change Management Efforts, Change Takes Time

News & Views
Three Factors Can Limit BAS Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Efficient Manufacturing and Sustainable Materials Management

Building Operating Management
Lavatory Faucet and Hand Dryer Considerations

News & Views
Savings Through Sprinkler Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Learn from Others' Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Retrofit: Medical Center Recycles Roofing Materials

Building Operating Management
Energy Management Solutions Likely Already Housed In Facilities

Building Operating Management
Sprinkler System Retrofit Benefits

Building Operating Management
Sprinkler Retrofit Project Considerations

Building Operating Management
Understand the Variables, Pick the Right Floor

Building Operating Management
The Importance of a Durable Roof

Building Operating Management
Backup Generators, UPS Systems Provide Power in an Outage

Building Operating Management
Maintenance of Switchgear and Backup Power Systems

Building Operating Management
CCI Partners with ESCOs on Performance Contracting

Building Operating Management
Financing, Utility Programs Expanding Access to Capital for Property Owners

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seven Common Types of Roof Insulation

Building Operating Management
Interior Product Standards Should Be Tailor-Made For Each Organization

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What are the Most Common Sources of IAQ Issues?

Building Operating Management
Cool Roof A Simple Solution For Recover, Replacement Projects

News & Views
Preventing ADA Problems

Building Operating Management
FMs Say Formal EBOM Certification Not Expensive, Difficult

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell: Building Star Program Targets Energy Efficiency

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Lighting Retrofits: Save Money, Reduce Maintenance with Betsy Pooley

Building Operating Management
Bottom Lines Are Putting Water Efficiency In Spotlight

Facility Focus
How To Be an FM Leader

Facility Focus
The One-Minute Pitch to the CEO

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips for Specifying Roof Insulation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Rethink Knowledge of Ballasts, Lamps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Managers Must Ensure Products Function Post-Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Codes, Standards Influence Lighting Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Chillers, Air-Handling Units Demand More Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ: Technicians Should Monitor Filters, Dampers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Planning: Grounds, Utilities, and Facility Managers Work Together

News & Views
How to Tackle a Security-Site Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers Fuel Grounds Departments' Sustainability Initiatives

Building Operating Management
LEED Ratings Offer Specifications For Sustainable Interior Products

Building Operating Management
Environmental Life-Cycle Assessments For Interior Products Gaining Traction

Building Operating Management
Managers Can Use LCA Data to Vet Product Manufacturers

Building Operating Management
HVAC, Lighting Efficiency Can Help Acquire Financing for New Projects

Building Operating Management
ESCOs Offer Design, Contracting, Financing Services for Complex Projects

Building Operating Management
EBOM Certification Offers Independent Verification, Justification

Building Operating Management
EBOM Requires Three-Month Measurement, Certification Period

Building Operating Management
More Vendors Becoming Acquainted With EBOM Submission Process

Building Operating Management
New Landscaping, Irrigation Techniques Can Help Conserve Water

Building Operating Management
Improving Fixture Efficiency Can Help Reduce Water Waste

Building Operating Management
Size of Automation Systems Should Be Proportionate to Building

Building Operating Management
Managers Can Maintain Building Service Levels While Saving Money With BAS

Building Operating Management
Water Consumption Can Be Controlled With Use of Submeters

Building Operating Management
Facilities With Cool Roofs Less Affected By Urban Heat Islands

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs Can Be Disadvantage Above Certain Latitudes

Building Operating Management
Vegetation Another Holistic Approach To Cool Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access-Control: Hardware Includes Proximity Card/PIN Locks

Building Operating Management
Bringing DC Power Into The Workplace

Building Operating Management
Exterior Wood Elements Of A Building Can Be Better Maintained With Regular Painting

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Select Northwestern Region Hospitals Can Join Energy Efficiency Campaign

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Assessment: Five Key Questions

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ABI Increases For Third Straight Month In April

News & Views
Surveillance Measures Should Be Evaluated For Optimal Security

News & Views
Check ASME Codes Before A Full-Scale Elevator Modernization

Building Operating Management
LEED for Commercial Interiors Can Result In Productivity Gains, Energy Savings

News & Views
Lower Energy Consumption, Longer Life Cycle Benefits of Green Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoid Maintenance Backlogs with Real-Time CMMS Data

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Keep Resumes Up to Date

News & Views
Security System Efficiency Maximized With Vulnerability Analysis

Building Operating Management
Communication Key to Ensure Uptime in Mission-Critical Data Centers

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Illinois House Measure Defines Tire Burning As 'Green'

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Utility Vehicles Replacing Pick-Up Trucks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Grounds Care: Managers Focus on Irrigation Systems, Hand-Held Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Technicians Should Be Able to Manipulate Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: ID-Card Lock Systems Require More Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Outsourcing May Not Equal Partnership for Facility Managers, Service Providers

Building Operating Management
Fair, Flexible Contract Can Foster Cooperative Relationship

Building Operating Management
Facility Departments Can Add Value to Organizations

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers May Want to Revisit Concept of Factory Testing

Building Operating Management
Faster Problem Solving, Better Coordination Benefits of Communication

Building Operating Management
LEED-CI Should Be Planned Early In Building Selection And Leasing

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Health Care Reform May Spark Demand For Facilities, Personnel

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Are Managers Specifying Lighting Controls?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building-Automation System: Retrofit Starts with Metering

News & Views
Water Treatment Records Are Not Just Busy Work

News & Views
Communication Is Essential to Change Management

Facility Focus
Getting Good Carpet Specifications

Facility Focus
Strengthening the Link Between FM and IT

Facility Focus
What Comes After LEED Certification?

News & Views
Power Tools: Finding the Right Saw

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sub-Meters Minimize Energy Waste, Boost Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
Moving to Green Cleaning Methods Requires Buy-in From Maintenance Staff

Facility Focus
Sustainability in Schools: NYC Department of Education

Facility Focus
Sustainability: Managers' Role in the Triple Bottom Line

Facility Focus
Keeping Up with ADA Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: The Differences Between Centralized, Distributed Systems

Building Operating Management
Facility Professionals Advised to Have Fire Emergency Plan in Place

News & Views
Networking Makes It Easier to Find a Job in Facility Management

Building Operating Management
Public School Facility Managers Can Use Energy Management Campaign to Spur Savings

Building Operating Management
Collaboration With Maintenance Staff Key to Eliminating Energy Waste

Building Operating Management
School District Uses Lighting Retrofits, Chiller Replacements to Conserve Energy

Building Operating Management
Public Input Helps Rank School District's Capital Projects

Building Operating Management
Facility Department Holds Design Contest to Meet Cost Reduction Goals

Building Operating Management
Facility Professionals Use Open Procurement Process During Bidding

Building Operating Management
Communication Key to Successful Fire Evacuation Plan

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Rents to Keep Falling in 2010, Survey Says

Building Operating Management
Facility Departments Honored for Accomplishments

Building Operating Management
Visual Cues Can Help Janitorial Staff, Bathroom Occupants Transition to Green

News & Views
Mass Notification Systems Should Begin With A Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Insulation: Mineral Fiber and Foam Plastics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Mowing: Taller Grass Resists Weeds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: Biggest Specification Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting-Control Retrofits: Wireless Technology Lowers Project Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: Take Advantage of Rebates, Tax Deductions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Units Avoid Capital Expenditures for Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What are the Main Types of Portable-Cooling Units?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Upgrade Lowers University's Energy Bills 20 Percent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
School Districts Take Lead on Sustainability

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New BOMA Directive Calls on Associate Members to Implement Efficiency, Sustainability Policies

News & Views
IAQ: Keep Communication Lines Open

News & Views
Grounds Equipment: The Benefits of Propane

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Assess Payload, Towing Capacity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: A Three-Step Approach

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Modest Rebound in AIA’s Architecture Billings Index

News & Views
Ceiling Clouds Offer Performance and Aesthetic Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: New Set of Specification Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Analyze the Performance of Existing Equipment

Building Operating Management
Achieving a Balance Between Openness and Security in Universities, Hotels

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HVAC Management Strategies with Mike Holzkamper

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beyond Buzzwords: Lessons from Manufacturing

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National Trends Show Improvements in the Nation’s Air Quality

Building Operating Management
Utility Bills, Submeters and BAS Offer Options for Monitoring Energy Consumption

Building Operating Management
For-profit and Government Hospitals Can Earn Tax Deductions for New Construction and Renovations

Building Operating Management
NYC's Greener, Greater Buildings Plan

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Developing a Business Continuity Plan with Sean Nelson

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: Standby Systems Ideal for Small Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Team Replaces Switchgear, Specifies Direct Digital Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
States Develop Green Building Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Technology: Solar Wall Impacts Heating Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Staff Influences Building Design, Product Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Application Helps Determine Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles Bring Benefits, Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Training and Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCTS: Utility Vehicles

News & Views
With HVAC Upgrades, Reduce Loads First to Maximize Energy Savings

News & Views
BAS Start/Stop Optimization Offers Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Advanced Formulations Improve Durability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Pay Attention to Green Claims

Building Operating Management
Six Steps to Implementing Occupancy Assurance

Building Operating Management
Access Control Records Aid in Solving Yale Murder Case

Building Operating Management
Lighting and HVAC Considerations per Hospital Space Type

Building Operating Management
Evaluate New Construction, Renovations with EPAct in Mind

Building Operating Management
National Significance of NYC Benchmarking Legislation

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Turner Construction: Construction Costs Are Forecasted to Decline Further in First Quarter 2010

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Tools: The Right Saw for the Right Application

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Retrofit: Space Constraints Pose Installation Challenges

News & Views
ADA: Accessibility Surveys

Building Operating Management
Linking the BAS with the IT Enterprise Takes Building Integration Beyond FM

News & Views
Energy-saving Initiatives? Make Sure People Know!

Building Operating Management
Getting FM and IT to Cooperate

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Metrics for Chilled Air in Data Centers

News & Views
Find Allies to Win Funding for Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
Maximize Green Investments With an Enterprise-wide Approach

Building Operating Management
Low-cost and No-cost Strategies for Sustainability

News & Views
Certifications Can Help Ensure That "Open Systems" Deliver Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Creating a Mass Notification Plan and Adopting New Technology

Building Operating Management
New NFPA Code for Emergency Communcations Systems

Building Operating Management
Mass Notification Product Showcase

Building Operating Management
Schools and Universities Should Examine Emergency Response Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Line-Interactive UPS Offer Higher Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
True Online UPS Offer Higher Power Quality, Compact Size

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Standby Online Hybrid UPS Improve Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Requirements for Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Talk: Jigsaws, Miter Saws, Circular Saws

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Multiple-Boiler Installation Creates Energy, Cost Savings

News & Views
Protecting Indoor Air Quality

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane-Powered Mowers Less Expensive to Operate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Heating and Cooling: Specification Starts with Facility Analysis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Establish a Water-Treatment Program

News & Views
Using Workplace to Shape Corporate Culture

News & Views
Setpoint Changes Can Cause Energy, Other Problems

News & Views
ADA: A Clear Path

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Department Spearheads Plumbing Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Perform an Electronic Security System Site Survey

News & Views
Special Furniture Requirements for Mobile Workers

News & Views
Ergonomic Workstations for Mobile Employees

Building Operating Management
Advances in Communications Infrastructure Support a Range of Building-Based Systems

Building Operating Management
Increased Levels of Collaboration Now Possible Between Intelligent Buildings and Fire and Life Safety Systems

Building Operating Management
A Security Vulnerability Analysis Helps Identify Real Threats

Building Operating Management
Security Analysis Should Go Beyond Checklists, Include Recommendations

Building Operating Management
Security Product Showcase

News & Views
Setting the Standard

Building Operating Management
Hospital Facility Management in a War Zone

Building Operating Management
Hospital Construction and Maintenance in Baghdad

Building Operating Management
Hospital Security in a War Zone

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane Mowers: Cleaner Emissions, Less Spills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Assessing the Results of an Electronic Security System Site Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs: Ensuring Proper Design and Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Speed Jetter Headlines University's Drain-Cleaning Arsenal

Building Operating Management
Incentives, the Stimulus and PPAs Contribute to a Bright Future for Solar Projects

Building Operating Management
Check the Green Credentials of Service Providers, Especially Certification and Experience

Building Operating Management
Green Building Goals and Security Initiatives Can Find Common Ground

Building Operating Management
Establish Energy Use Benchmarks in Health Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Texas Children's Hospital Takes on $1.5 Billion Expansion

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid Addresses Energy Efficiency, Power Quality and Reliability Issues

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DOE Awards $620 Million of Stimulus Funds for Smart Grid Research

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Technician Training Critical with Advanced Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment: Rent, Lease or Buy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Purchasing: Consider VOCs, Water Use, Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How Smart Grid Impacts Facility Management

Building Operating Management
Video Analytics Software and Intelligent Light Controls Help Satisfy Sustainability, Security

Building Operating Management
Windows and Air Intake Vents Can Be Operable and Secure

Building Operating Management
Preserve the Natural Landscape to Protect the Building

Building Operating Management
Growing Number of Mobile Workers Affecting Real Estate Footprint, Systems Furniture

Building Operating Management
Shaping Systems Furniture Around the Changing Office Environment

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Fifty Percent Increase in Green Building Programs since 2007, Report Finds

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Making a Case for Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings: New Industry Publication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Services Department Acts as On-Campus Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Sustainability Affects Product Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Manufacturers Roll Out Alternative-Fuel Models

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Managers Must Consider Noise, Emissions Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Shuts Down Floors to Perform Plumbing Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inspectors Must Check Bitumen Temperatures During BUR Installation

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Initiative Releases Sustainable Landscapes Rating System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles to Feature On-Board Electronics

Building Operating Management
Evidence-Based Design: From Health Care To Other Buildings?

Building Operating Management
Designing a More Energy Efficient Data Center

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$3.4 Billion Investment to Spur Transition to Smart Grid

Facility Focus
Sophisticated BAS Command Center Saves Staff Time

Building Operating Management
Planning A Lighting Upgrade? Here are Two Types of Utility Rebate Programs To Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Myths and Misconceptions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Careful Planning Debunks Myths

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Match Technology to the Application

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Consider Maintenance During Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Upgrades to Wireless BAS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pest Management: What is Green Shield Certification?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pesticides: Applicators Must Meet EPA Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Looks for Ways to Cut Costs

Building Operating Management
Architects And Product Specs: Know What You Like, Get What You Want

Building Operating Management
Ten Tips For Facility Managers To Cut Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Don't Let H1N1 Disrupt Business Operations This Flu Season

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Protect Occupants From H1N1

Building Operating Management
How Company Policies Can Hurt H1N1 Flu Preparedness

Building Operating Management
Avoiding H1N1 Trouble: Facility Managers Can Support Enterprise Telecommuting Strategies

News & Views
Save Trendy Colors for the Paint on the Walls

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Architecture Billings Index Points to Continued Struggles for Construction Industry

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NIST Unveils Plan for Smart Grid Interoperability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Consider Performance, Environment When Specifying Paints

News & Views
Avoid Rush Jobs By Building Bridges to Other Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Building-Automation Controls Improve Energy Efficiency

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Over Two Million U.S. Buildings are Candidates for Lighting Upgrades

News & Views
The Benefits of Propane Power

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VA Seeks to Transform Its Health Care Facilities

News & Views
ADA and Door Hardware

Building Operating Management
Metal Roof Retrofits can Offer Energy Efficiency, Durability Benefits

News & Views
Lighting Retrofits: Control Strategies

News & Views
Three Elevator Performance Measures

Building Operating Management
Green Flooring Choices: What's Old is New

News & Views
ADA and Door Hardware

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Revised Waxman-Markey Energy Bill Could Accelerate Energy Efficiency Benefits by a Decade

News & Views
Energy-saving Initiatives? Make Sure People Know

Building Operating Management
How to Defend Your FM Career During Recession

Building Operating Management
LEED Sustainable Sites Tips

Building Operating Management
LEED Indoor Environmental Quality Tips

Building Operating Management
The Benefits Of Metal Wall Cladding

Building Operating Management
Life-Cycle Costs of Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Sensors Better Control Classroom Temperature

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Master Painters Institute Develops Application Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronic Lock Cylinders Provide Secure Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Software Solutions Make Electronic Lock Cylinders Scalable

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Draft Standard Targets Door Control Panels

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand-Response Program Leads to Potential Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Crews Can Operate Propane-Powered Mowers on High-Ozone Days

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Management: Pros and Cons of Outsourcing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane-Powered Equipment Meets Emissions Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Restrooms: Match Products to Facility Needs

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AIA Award Recognizes Educational Facilities

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AIA's Architecture Billings Index Improves But Remains Weak

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Top Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Managers and Landlords Identified in IREM Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audit Can Determine Pump-System Performance

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NOAA Lowers Hurricane Season Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrades: Opportunities in Existing Buildings

News & Views
How to Become a LEED AP

Building Operating Management
CCI Partners With ESCOs To Shrink Carbon Footprints

Building Operating Management
Four Building Security Hotspots

News & Views
Mass Notification System Audio Messaging

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flood Emergency Response Plans: Lessons Learned

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Liquid-Propane Injection Systems Offer Same Horsepower, Torque as Gasoline

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Arena Hires LEED AP During Certification Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Can Deduct Full Cost of New Lighting with Interim Lighting Rule

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrades: Strategies to Meet ASHRAE 90.1-2001

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Seeking Documentation, Verification for Green Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Consider Aesthetics, Maintenance When Specifying Restroom Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC, Lighting Retrofits Fuel Arena's LEED Certification

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Walmart Announces Sustainable Product Index

News & Views
Factors in Choosing Systems Furniture

News & Views
Water Conservation

Building Operating Management
BACnet Offers Path to Energy Efficiency

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NYPD Releases Report On Building Security For High Risk Buildings

News & Views
Accessibility Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Specification Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative and Photovoltaic Roofing Systems Emerge as Sustainability Leaders

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flood Recovery: Cleaning and Rebuilding Mechanical, Electrical Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Calculating Cooling: Load-Factor Definitions

Building Operating Management
Listen Up: Consider How Acoustics Can Complement Green Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Healthy IAQ: Control Contaminants

News & Views
Elevator Wait Times Getting You Down?

News & Views
Physical Workplace Can Encourage Collaboration

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2008 NYC Construction Codes Required on July 1

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DOE Details Release of $204 Million in Stimulus Funding For State Energy Efficiency Projects

News & Views
Keep the Unintended Consequences in Mind When Cutting Costs

News & Views
Developing A Response To The Threat Advisory System

News & Views
How to Properly Apply Grounds Chemicals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Design: Establish a Definition, Goals for Sustainability

News & Views
Sharpen Your Pencil Before Requesting Funding

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Reduce Chemical Use on Landscaped Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Standards Promote Sustainable Roofing

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs: Reflectivity Matters

News & Views
Control Water Vapor, Control Mold

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Asphalt Roofs Provide Waterproofing for Vegetative Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Consider Life-Cycle Costs When Specifying Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DDC System Controls Sensitive Hospital Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Are Organic Fertilizers Worth the Extra Cost?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Partners with NYSERDA for Capital Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
USGBC Harmonizes Credits in LEED 2009

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEED v3 Features Regional Priority Credits

Building Operating Management
Making Small Data Centers Green

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs: Emissivity Standards

News & Views
Without Clear Goals, Systems Integration Project May Miss Mark

News & Views
Is It Time To Rethink Your Security Plan?

Building Operating Management
Security Technology Value Engineering: Mistakes to Avoid

News & Views
Is Your Elevator Getting Clean Backup Power?

Building Operating Management
Small Steps Lead to Big Data Center Efficiency Gains

Building Operating Management
Making ESCOs Pay

Building Operating Management
How One Hospital Improved Its Emergency Cooling Plan

News & Views
In Benchmarking Studies, Account for Differences Among Buildings

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Poll Shows Bipartisan Support for Renewable Electricity Standard

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Coalition Provides Federal Buildings with Energy-Efficiency Recommendations

News & Views
Emergency Air Conditioning: Be Prepared, Stay Cool

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Q&A: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Tackles Swine Flu

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Department of Energy Focuses on Improving Energy Efficiency of Health Care Buildings

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NEMA Offers Free Lighting Renovation Guide to Facility Managers

News & Views
Avoid Common Security Audit Mistakes

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Security Perceived as Most Important Building Feature, According to Survey

News & Views
Make Sure New HVAC Systems Are Designed for Maintainability 

News & Views
To Have Value, Facility Management Metrics Must Be Transparent

Topic
What You Need To Know About Flat Roof Coatings

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Alliance to Reduce Energy Consumption in Commercial Real Estate Launched

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NIST Announces Plan for Smart Grid Standards

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New Strategic Facility Planning Report Available

News & Views
Using the Clinton Climate Initiative to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects

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New Report Offers Guide To Green Product Certification And Standards Programs

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Free DOE Webcast: Advanced Energy Design Guide for K-12 Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fleet Management: Build Relationships with Dealers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cool Roofs: Title 24, LEED Provide Standards and Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls Maximize Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Combining Lighting-Control Strategies Can Generate Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Equipment: Third-Party Certification Ensures Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Certification Leads to Informed Decisions

Facility Focus
EPAct Tax Benefits for Green Buildings

Facility Focus
Meeting Future Demands on the Data Center

Facility Focus
College to Consulting: How To Get Started

Facility Focus
Do You Have the Skills to Be an FM Consultant?

Facility Focus
Transitioning to the World of FM Consulting

Facility Focus
Succession Planning In Your Facility Organization

Facility Focus
New Security Challenge: Concealed Weapons on Campus

Facility Focus
Responding to Security Incidents on Campus

News & Views
What Interoperability Is and Isn’t

Facility Focus
Many Ways Educational Facilities Can Tap Into Stimulus Money

Facility Focus
Green Buildings in Today's Economy

News & Views
ADA Standards Delayed

News & Views
Weigh the Cost of Efforts to Add Value

Building Operating Management
Cool Roof Standards

Building Operating Management
States Adopt California's Title 24

Building Operating Management
Factors that Impact Office Funiture Design

Building Operating Management
Productivity Factors and Office Furniture

Building Operating Management
Office Furniture: Price and Longevity Considerations

Building Operating Management
Finding Green Office Furniture

Building Operating Management
How to Categorize Risk

News & Views
Temperature Monitors Identify Potential Equipment Issues

News & Views
Smaller Workspaces May Not Be More Profitable

News & Views
How In-Depth Should My Energy Audit Be?

News & Views
Layout of Renovated Building Can Be Security Tool

Building Operating Management
Ten Tips To Make A Legacy Data Center More Energy Efficient

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Need to Address Building-Wide Energy Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Conduct Energy Audits to Identity Inefficient Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning and Energy Audits Produce Quick Payback

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Managers' Top Consideration is Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Green Still Plays Key Role in Specification Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Hybrid Technology Makes a Splash

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Take Control of Green Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Hospital Redefines Maintenance Standards

Building Operating Management
The Restroom Audit

Building Operating Management
To Get Funding For Security Upgrades, Do Your Homework

News & Views
Mind Carpet Installation to Preserve IAQ

News & Views
Stanford Tackles Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Mind Carpet Installation to Preserve IAQ

News & Views
New ABA standards

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Revised Green Guide for Health Care Operations Section Released

Building Operating Management
Efficiency Metrics for Windows, Walls and Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Search for Non-Asphalt Adhesive

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems Vary Among Manufacturers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Installation Insights for Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ask the Right Questions When Specifying Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High School Improves HVAC Efficiency and ADA Compliance

News & Views
Relative Humidity Affects Indoor Air Quality

News & Views
Security Technology: Centralize or At the Edge?

News & Views
With Budgets, be Your Own Toughest Critic

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Architecture Billings Index Drops to All Time Low

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U.S. Department of Defense Adopts New ABA Standards

Topic
School Security Measures: Tips On Ways To Improve Security

Topic
Conduct A Building Security Audit To Ensure The Best Security for Occupants

Topic
Tips For Planning A Security Audit Checklist

Topic
The Danger of Fake Security Cameras

Topic
Visitor Management Systems Become More Sophisticated

News & Views
Americans with Disabilities Act

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Retrofit Program Cuts Energy Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Hires Consultants for Energy Audits

Building Operating Management
Benchmark Energy Data

Building Operating Management
Do The Energy Audit

Building Operating Management
Energy Audits Also Call For Measurement And Verification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Resurfacing Reduces Labor and Landfill Fees

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Generate Funding for Capital Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temperature Monitors and Thermal Imagers Identify Hot Spots

News & Views
Utility Vehicles: Assessing Power and Speed

Topic
Facility Maintenance Software: Finding The Right CMMS Solution

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AIA's Real Estate Index Drops to Historic Low

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Majority of Americans Want Action on Climate to Rebuild U.S. Economy, Poll Finds

News & Views
Facility Executives Should Understand What CEO Wants from Facilities

Topic
How Window Security Film Works

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Areas Include Ergonomics and IAQ

Building Operating Management
Adding LEED Certification After Project Planning Has Begun

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Disaster Planning: Securing Power and Water Supplies

News & Views
It Pays to Buy Neutrals

Topic
Diagnostic Technology: Thermal Imaging Cameras and Beyond

Topic
Backup Power Supplies Help Ensure Smooth Operations

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Access Board Posts Guidance on Accessibility

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Architecture Billings Index Falls More than Six Points

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More Facility Managers Taking Strategic Approach to Green Practices, Survey Finds

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HVAC Research Leads To Revisions in Title 24

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Dispenser Specification Eases Maintenance Burden

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Determining the Environmental Impact

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Must Consider Regulations and Standards for Paints

Building Operating Management
Shootings Call For New Security, Response Plans on Campus

Building Operating Management
Report Identifies Best Security Practices at Northern Illinois University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits of Metal Roofing

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New Report Examines How Facility Managers Can Reduce Workplace Violence

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preliminary and Third-Party Audits Reveal Energy Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
General Energy Audits Collect Long-Range Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Investment-Grade Audits Determine ROI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Can Managers Avoid Energy-Audit Failure?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Develop a Facilities Master Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reducing Energy Consumption, Complying with Laws

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits Eliminate Wasteful Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Historic vs. Modern Buildings: Which are More Efficient?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Emergency Recovery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Buying Utility Vehicles: Determine Needs, Improve Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Power and Fuel Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Size and Maneuverability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roll-Over Protection and Attachments for Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Save Time, Money

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Podcast: Snow and Ice Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazardous Materials: Proper Storage Strategies

News & Views
Should Facility Executives Try to Sell a Productivity Pay Off?

News & Views
Facility Executives Should Involve IT in BAS Planning

News & Views
Pick the Right Filter for the Job

Building Operating Management
The Right Time for New Security Technology

Building Operating Management
How to Avoid Beta Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Motor Efficiency: Evaluate Power Quality, Perform Maintenance

Building Operating Management
New Hospital Designs Focus on Reducing Cost, Improving Health and Flexibility

Building Operating Management
Brief: Improving Patient and Staff Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintaining Locks, Hinges, Closers and Exit Devices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting Coverage Patterns and Planning Layouts for Sensors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chiller Upgrades: Drives, Cooling Towers and Air-Handling Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chiller Rebuild Improves IAQ, Relative Humidity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spot Coolers and Portable Air Conditioners: Key Specifications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temporary Cooling: Plan for an Emergency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ceiling-Mounted AC Units Solve Space Issues

Building Operating Management
LEED Points and Credits: What's the Difference?

Building Operating Management
New Survey Reports on Industry Job Satisfaction, Job Security and FM Pay

Building Operating Management
Succeeding at Your First FM Job

News & Views
Investments in Maintenance Will Extend HVAC System Life

News & Views
Getting To Know Window Terms

News & Views
Geothermal heat pump systems

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

News & Views
Providing Adequate Service to the Fire Safety System During Retrofits

News & Views
Take Care of Your Team

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OSCRE’s Publishes First Work Request and Work Order Fulfillment Standard

News & Views
Maintainability and Green Buildings

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IFMA Targets Hospitality Facility Managers and Engineers

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ASIS International Announces Draft Guideline for Facility Physical Security Measures

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CABA Offers Free Building Intelligence Assessment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Top Tools for UPS Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Loggers Play Key Role in Planned Outages

Building Operating Management
Documents and Guidelines for Emergency Preparedness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Performance Buildings: Managers Influence Design, Construction

Building Operating Management
New Products: August 2008

Building Operating Management
Clinton Climate Initiative Unveals Program to Boost Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Occupant Needs Shape Systems Furniture Design

Building Operating Management
Systems Furniture for Health Care

Building Operating Management
Systems Furniture and Collaborative Workspaces

Building Operating Management
Furniture Product Showcase

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Architects Join Forces During Landscape Design

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DOE Launches Energy-Efficient Hospitals Initiative

News & Views
Green Renovations

News & Views
Metrics Should Track Multiple Parameters

News & Views
What Makes a Cool Roof Cool

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Greenguard Establishes New Formaldehyde Emission Reduction Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable IAQ: Make Money, Protect the Environment, Satisfy Occupants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEED Systems Target IAQ, Schools

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AASHE Publication Highlights Campus Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Calibrating HVAC Controls Saves Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Occupancy Sensors, Intelligent Control Panels Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Prepare Roof Condition Report and Priorities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: Daylight Harvesting and Dimming

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: Personal Switching, Dimming

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Department of Justice To Adopt New ADA Standards

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Not So Green: Most Companies Lack Sustainability Strategy

News & Views
Managing Outsourced Critical Facilities

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Building Trades Among Those That Stand to Gain from Green Industries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance: The fourth R?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planting the Green Seed

News & Views
Understand the Needs of the Business

News & Views
Mold In Electrical Equipment

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Report: Energy Use Declines, Utility Costs Rise

News & Views
Geothermal Systems Offer Efficient Heating and Cooling

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GBI Calls for Comments on Green Building Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tracking and Measuring Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Battery Recycling Takes Center Stage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
An Even Brighter Future for Lighting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving the Indoor Environment

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DHS Proposes Biometric Airport and Seaport Exit Procedures

News & Views
Design For All

News & Views
Investments in Maintenance Will Extend HVAC System Life

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Economy Sours: AIA Construction Index Falls to New Low

News & Views
Candor Gives Facility Executives Credibility

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NIOSH Proposes Research on Building-Related Asthma in Schools

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AASHE Calls for Comments on STARS Draft

News & Views
Make Sure Money Saving Projects Actually Save Money

News & Views
Getting To Know Window Terms

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NACUBO Launches Environmental Resource for Higher Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanding fleets, growing solutions

Building Operating Management
Your Real Risks

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U.S. Nuclear Electricity Generation at Record Level in 2007

News & Views
Get with the Plan

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

News & Views
Security Audits Remain an Ongoing Need

News & Views
Providing Adequate Service to the Fire Safety System

News & Views
Maintainability and Green Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanding Alternatives for Resilient Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The inside track on IAQ

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs Can Generate Healthy Energy Savings

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DOJ Submits Notice Adopting New ADA Standards

News & Views
Take Care of Your Team

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Regulators Discuss Transitioning to Smart Grid

News & Views
Show, Don’t Tell

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BHMA Revises Standard for Master Keying Systems

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USGBC Funds K-12 Facility Research

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Accessible Sidewalk Videos Available Online

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Proposed Budget Hit or Miss for Buildings Industry

News & Views
Specifying Utility Vehicles

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Sustainability Rating System Targets Higher Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green grows, but other priorities evolve

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles go green(er)

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: The Human Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Ins and Outs of Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Striking a Balance: Sustainability and Performance

News & Views
Security: Anticipating a CBR Threat

News & Views
Defending an In-House Staff

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New Facility Management Program Announced

News & Views
Cooling in a Crunch

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Wind Picks Up in U.S. Energy Market

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Industry Organization Alliance Focuses on Net Zero Buildings

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Construction Activity Expected to Soften in 2008

News & Views
Daylighting and Workstation Wall Height

News & Views
Cooling in a Crunch

News & Views
Preventing Mold Growth in Cavity Walls

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Reliability, Environmental Concerns Top Utility Survey

News & Views
Fostering a Collaborative Work Environment

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ASHRAE Publishes User’s Manual for Standard 62.1

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Button: Effective Boiler Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Raising the Roof (Performance)

Building Operating Management
Lab Buildings Pose Tests

Building Operating Management
Exploring New Paths

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Access Board Explores Airport Accessibility

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Study: Hospital Chemical Exposures Affect Workers’ Health

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Driving Toward Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Focus: Strategies for Savings

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Architecture Billings Index Rebounds Slightly from Downturn

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Software Interoperability Likely to Increase, Survey Says

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Voluntary Standard Addresses Security Monitoring

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EPA Defines Epinephrine Disposal

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New Standard Encourages Sustainability in Building Construction

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Poll Shows Bipartisan Support for National Renewable Electricity Standard

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NSF International Releases Carpet Standard

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ASTM Rolls Out Standard for Testing Perimeter Barriers

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Agencies Issue Notification for Cleaning Hazards

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New Collaboration Between the Construction Specifications Institute and U.S. Green Building Council Announced

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AASHE Seeks Feedback on STARS

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Terrorism Risk Insurance Act Extensions Met With Resistance

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House Energy Bill Provision Provides Energy Savings Potential

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DHS Publishes Chemicals List for Anti-Terrorism Standards

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Representatives Form Green Schools Caucus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers: Saving Energy, Contributing to 'Green'

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DHS Creates Culture of Preparedness Among Schools

Building Operating Management
People Person

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stretching the Budget

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spot Cooling in a Crunch

Building Operating Management
Security Resources Can Help Building Owners Land Federal Tenants

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NIOSH Recommends Ways to Prevent MRSA Risks at Work

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Sustainability Recognized as Key But Misperceptions, Roadblocks Persist

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EPA Releases Top Five Green Building Strategies for Healthcare

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New Version of LEED-EB Announced

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Aging Workforce, Environmental Regulation Concern Participants in Electric Reliability Survey

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EPA Calls for Partnering on School Chemical Safety

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Jail Water Spurs Lawsuit Over Arsenic

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Nation's Electricity Infrastructure Insufficient For Growing Usage

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USGBC and IFMA Establish Cooperative Relationship

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Power Supply Remains Constrained

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Hospitality and Infrastructure Gaining Momentum in the Real Estate Equity Fund Market

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Utilities Seek to Increase Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Whole-Building Access

Building Operating Management
Navigating the Electricity Market

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Largest Counterterrorism Exercise Focuses on Communication, Coordination

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GSA Finalizes Site Security Design Guidelines

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IFMA Joins Initiative to Improve FM Data Standards

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Demand Response Programs Growing Nationwide, FERC Says

Building Operating Management
Thinking Like a Facilities Leader

Building Operating Management
Continous Improvement Key to College's Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety and Security: A New Generation

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Virginia Tech Panel Slams Staff for Poor Communication, Failure to Heed Warning Signs in Troubled Student

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Sustainability, Emergency Preparedness Among IFMA’s Forecast Facility Trends

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APPA Seeks Educational Facility Data for Annual Survey

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Homeland Security Awards $260 Million in Supplemental Grants

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New Report Touts Biometric Fusion to Combat Security Concerns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Biometric Technology: A New Level of Security

Building Operating Management
Looking Back at Virginia Tech

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Homeland Security Department Launches New Coordinating Council to Support Infrastructure Protection Mission

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National Association of Counties Adopts AIA Challenge To Make Public Buildings Carbon Neutral by 2030

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In Bid to Encourage Conservation, Maryland Decouples Utility Rates

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North American Energy Leaders Meet to Discuss Energy Security, Environment

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Health Care Borrowers May Need to Rethink Funding Strategy as Bond Yields Move Higher, Investment Banker Says

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Los Angeles Hospitals Rushing to Meet Newly Mandated Seismic Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Power to Detect and Prevent

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Construction Design Activity Spikes, Architecture Billings Index Finds

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Industry Organizations Team Up to Improve Commercial IAQ

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Report: Building Retrofits Reduce Risk from Chemical, Biological Hazards

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Homeland Security Completes Framework for Infrastructure Protection

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Average Price of Electricity for Industrial or Large Commercial Facilities Jumped 4.7 Percent Since April 2006

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New Guide Aims for Safer ICUs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Finding the Key to Security

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Guidelines Committee Seeks Comments Regarding Health Care Facilities

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Steady Conditions Continue in Architecture Billings Index

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Homeland Security Completes Risk Management Framework

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Violation Risk Factors of Reliability Standards Approved

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Summer Electric Reliability Expected to be Adequate

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AIA Pushes Federal Government to Reduce Energy Consumption

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NIST Issues Guidelines on RFID Security

Building Operating Management
An Inside Look at Fast-track Construction

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Air Pollutant Emissions Down, According to EPA

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New Planning Tool Targets Hospitals' Emergency Response

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Construction and Business Activity Showing Stability

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Security Regulations Released for High Risk Chemical Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attacking IAQ Head-On

Building Operating Management
REIT Makes Efficiency Its Business

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Once Bitten, Twice Ready

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: A New Generation

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AIA Reports Dip in Construction Activity

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New Electric Reliability Standards Approved

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Report: Sustainability Grows on Campus

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IT Central to U.S. Economic Growth

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Group Warns of Safety Risks from Cell Phones in Hospitals

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Architecture Billings Index Begins 2007 on a High Note

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JCAHO Expands Life Safety Code Surveys

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EPA Targets Colleges and Universities in Southeast

Building Operating Management
Security Integration: Making it Work

Building Operating Management
From work to workplace

Building Operating Management
Tough Pill for Health Care?

Building Operating Management
Moving Forward

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Justice Department Issues New Guidance on ADA

Building Operating Management
data center diplomacy

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General Services Administration Adopts New ABA Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
…And Access for All

Building Operating Management
Security Systems: Out of Many, One

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Critical Systems Running

Building Operating Management
A New School Vision

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Survey: International Real Estate Investors Up U.S. Risk Factor

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Reports Target Facilities’ Role in Higher Education

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AIA's Construction Index Ends 2006 with Highest Mark of the Year

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REITs Close 2006 With Strong Performance

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FEMA Offers Courses for Hospital Personnel

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Group Examines Security Personnel’s Tasks, Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ: What You Can Do

Building Operating Management
HVAC

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Terrorism Threat Still Prominent in Executives’ Minds

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Construction Index Surges in November, Points to Healthy Construction in 2007

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New HVAC Tube Technology Could Lead To More Efficient Cooling

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Web Site Spotlights Historic Campus Architecture, Landscapes

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New Standards Aim to Protect Water Supply

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CDC Report Targets Hospitals' Terrorism Preparation

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Arizona Will Boost Requirement for Renewables

Building Operating Management
Window of Opportunity

Building Operating Management
The Return of Rebates

Building Operating Management
Tailor Made

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JCAHO Extends Due Date for eSOC

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New Resources Aid in Making Equipment Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Upgrades that Work

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Guide Offers Help for Hospitals Planning for Mass Casualties

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NERC Reports Electricity Reliability Adequate this Winter

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Engineers Recognized for Role in Energy Savings

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Architects Renew Push for Interoperability

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New Emergency Preparedness Office Announced

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Regulators Meet to Discuss Electricity Demand Response Policies

Building Operating Management
Accessibility for One and All

Building Operating Management
Growing IAQ Risk: Lawsuits

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U.S. Green Building Council Extends Exam Deadline

Building Operating Management
Studies Relate IAQ and Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mix and Match to Clear the Air

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New Proposal Would Require Sprinklers In All Nursing Homes

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North American Electricity System Faces Capacity Crunch, Report Says

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Proposed Load Calculation Standard Open for Review

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New Tool Will Help Colleges Improve Environmental Compliance and Results

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ASHRAE/ACCA Inspection, Maintenance Standard Open for Review

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New Cleaning Certification Focuses on Indoor Air Quality

Building Operating Management
Targeted Article Search On FacilityZone

Building Operating Management
High-Rise Security
From The Ground up

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ASHRAE Study Shows Benefits of Increased School Ventilation

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New U.S. Air Quality Standards Are Strongest in History

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A Special Report in conjunction with the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute
Energy Efficiency Strategies

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Onsite Power: Opportunity Found

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CSO Pay Surges, Survey Shows

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IT & Security: Joining Forces

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USGBC Seeks Board Nominations

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Surgeon General Backs ASHRAE on Problems Relating to Indoor Smoking

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Building Boom

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Schooled in IAQ

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Power: How Much Reliability is Enough?

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Security Quandary: Who Goes Where?

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Better Space, Better Health

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A Good Number Is Hard to Find

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Restoring Reliability to Emergency-Power Systems

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A Reality Check for Security Upgrades

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Learning Lessons in Fire Safety

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Ballasts Can Renew Lighting’s Shine

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Prepared for the Security Industry Association
Building a Security Team That Works

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Outlook

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Training Spotlight: Indoor Air Quality

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Equipment options: A closer look

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ABA: The Forgotten Law

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Remedies for Rapid Growth

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Graduating to Green

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Traveling the Open Systems Road

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Door Hardware: Code Considerations

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Restrooms

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Adding Up To Green Design

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Training Spotlight: IAQ and Technology

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The Return of Quality Improvement

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Wireless Security: Keeping The Network Under Wraps

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Assessing Risk to Facilities

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Proposed ADA Rules Raise Questions

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Mold: What Science Says Now

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Assigning Value to Green Buildings

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Prognosis: Growth

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Software

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High Standards for Security

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Door Hardware: Specifying for Security

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IAQ Analysis: Updating the Arsenal

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High-Tech Fire Fighting

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Green Building Report

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No Dogs Allowed

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Ports in a Storm

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Power Quality Risk Management

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Tall Order

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Two Paths to New Lighting

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Going with the flow: A closer look at air movement

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Smart Moves

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Taking Software for a Test Drive

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Roof Coatings in a New Light

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Power

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REPORT PREPARED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL SECURITY CONSULTANTS
Locking-in Results

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Crash Course in Security

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Making Phased Renovations Work

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A Closer Look at Diagnostic Technology

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Practical ADA Tactics

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Data Centers: Myths of Energy Efficiency

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REPORT PREPARED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
LEED-EB: Focus on Operations

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Utility Vehicle Musts

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Salary Survey

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in conjunction with Hospitals for a Healthy Environment
‘Green’ Tide on the Rise

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Out-of-the-Box Thinking on Systems Furniture

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Security Building Blocks

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in conjunction with the Cool Roof Rating Council
Top-Level Technology

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Digital Imaging Drives Health Care Design

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Balancing IAQ and Green

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IAQ: Focus on Filters

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HVAC Systems and Mold

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When the Power Must Stay On

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Getting In, Getting Out

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Window Films Can Bring Security, Energy Gains

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Adding Value: Action Plan

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Outlook

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Outlook

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Adding Value

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Keeping Ahead of Mission Creep

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Training Spotlight: Diagnostic Equipment

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Automation: One Step At a Time

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Durable Door Hardware

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Freedom of Information

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Making Buildings Count

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Lighting

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High-Level Operations

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From cutting-edge to off-the-shelf

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In Conjunction with the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association:
Top-Level Considerations

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Versatile Vehicles: Snapshots of Success

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Green Energy Charges Forward

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The Inside Story on Clean Indoor Air

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Clearing a Path for Access

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Power

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Taking Security To the Next Level

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Putting Open Systems To Work

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Specification with Security in Mind

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Better Health From Better Design?

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In Conjunction with the Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration
IAQ: Tools & Strategies

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Access Board Addresses Courthouse Accessibility

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Outlook

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Vital Designs

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Mercury, Managed

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Avoiding Power Quality Headaches

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Out of Harm's Way

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Outlook

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Keeping Fleets Afloat

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Minding Power Quality

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How Secure are Your Facilities?

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Making Room for Medical Technologies

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Four Questions To Ask About Door Hardware

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Security matters. Do you have the time?

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Going From ’Disaster’ to ‘Fantastic’

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How to Get the CFO's Ear

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The Facility Factor

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Building the Case

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Green Building Report

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Preventing Power Predicaments

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Electrical Demands Spark Power-monitoring Technology

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Clearing the Air

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Door Hardware: Meeting the ACCESS Test

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CBR Threats May Demand Higher Levels of Security

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Too Hot To Handle?

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Utility Vehicles’ Growing Versatility

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Maintenance Bulletin

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Texas A&M-sized Savings

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Protecting Buildings — Today And Tomorrow

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Dramatic gains are transforming video surveillance, assessment

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Security in the News

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For Outside, What’s Inside Counts

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Facilities and IT: Entering a World of Change

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Opportunities for Access

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Inside the Stories

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Sound Remedies For Medical Facilities

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Door Hardware: Security Solution

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Diagnosing Design

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Rx for Growing Pains

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High-Flying Project Management

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With UPS systems, business issues drive technology decisions

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On-Site Power Insights

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Nature of the Job

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Green Building Report

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IAQ and the Older Facility

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Understanding The ABCs of ADA

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Searching for Savings

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Staying Power for Critical Facilities

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Security

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All Business

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The Security-Door Hardware Link
Windows are a fatal security weakness, avoid them at all cost!

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‘Green’ Paints Come of Age

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Air Check: Monitoring for IAQ

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Getting in front of ‘green’ issues

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Electronics Recycling Causing a Stir

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Olympian Feat

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Paint: Fresh Look At the Bottom Line

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Changing Face of School Security

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Roofing on the Rise

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Fallout

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Web technology: Reshaping performance and perception

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The Doors to Success

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Nation’s Infrastructure Still Failing

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Healing the Design Process

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Waste Not

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Prescription for Training

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In Good Working Order

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Maintenance of the future, today

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Harnessing the Power of Planning

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Personal Solutions

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Maintenance Bulletin

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New outlook on access control

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Don’t Wait Until Dark

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From Vision to Mission

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Place at the Table

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One Audit You’ll Like

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Personal Solutions

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UPS: Planning for Power

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In or Out?

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Outsourcing: Too close to home?

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The State of Maintenance

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Building an IAQ Arsenal

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Maintenance Bulletin

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Déjà vu all over again?

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Driving Growth

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PDAs: Breaking the chains of computers?

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Keeping Security Out of Sight

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Las Vegas Schools Endure Growing Pains

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Helping Facilities Keep Their Cool

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It Takes a ‘Village’ to Boost Productivity, Trim Costs

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A Gameplan For Access

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On-site Opportunities

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Finding a Space In a Facility Career

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From Accessory To Workhorse

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Clearing the Air In Classrooms

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Bracing for Troubled Waters

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Planning for Protection

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Gameplan for Productivity

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What's Next?

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In mission-critical design, details can obscure big picture

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TPO on Top

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Maintenance Bulletin

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Accessories to Success

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Maintenance matters

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ROI from Training

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Personal Solutions

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9/11, One Year Later

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Deregulation’s Lone Star

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What is ‘safe’?

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UPS Uptime: Making it Happen

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Mission-Critical Facilities: The Next Generation

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Formula for Reliability

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Philadelphia's Comeback Kid?

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Planning Is Easier Said Than Done

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A closer look at SECURITY AUDITS

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Read All About It

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Success Stories From the New Workplace

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Videoconference space takes more than cameras and monitors

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Interoperability: 5 Ways It Pays

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Across the Industry

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Sending a Message

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Door Hardware and Durability

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Videoconference space takes more than cameras and monitors

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Roof Coating Considerations

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UPS: Power Players

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Cost-Effective Path to Better Security

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Gray Areas of Accessibility

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Ahead of the Curve

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Maintenance By Design

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Good News: No Surprises

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Interoperability Scorecard

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Yet Another Nail

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7 x 24 Update: Design & Construction

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Reducing Security Risks

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Action Plans