The Integration Complexity In Digital Infrastructure

(Photo: Adobe Stock/ NKCoolper) By Brad StevensFrom the June 2025 Issue of Facility Executive A central intelligence manager (CIM) delivers exactly what many facility managers have been asking for in recent years—the ability to access all facility data in one place...

How Geothermal Heat Pumps Can Turbocharge Energy Efficiency 

By Kevin StickneyFrom the June 2025 Issue of Facility Executive For both financial and environmental reasons, energy savings and efficiency have become top concerns for facilities owners, operators, and occupants. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 30% of the...

Modernizing Campus Lockdowns In 2025

A lockdown involves coordinating an organization-wide response that may involve thousands of people. (Image: Robert Horvath) By Jake LeichtlingFrom the June 2025 Issue of Facility Executive College and university campuses contend with a wide range of complex safety...

Kontron Announces VX3406, 3U VPX Card With 6 Ethernet Ports

Kontron recently launched the VX3406, a 3U VPX Ethernet board designed for harsh defense and aerospace environments. It offers up to six 1000BASE-T ports, each managed by a dedicated Ethernet controller, ensuring seamless integration of multiple IP-based sensors and...

Crystal Sauna Turns Toxic Legacy Into A Heated Meeting Place

In northern Sweden, Crystal Sauna takes the form of a faceted lithium crystal, symbolizing the global transition from fossil dependence to renewable energy. (All images courtesy of Bigert & Bergström) This summer, Crystal Sauna — a large-scale public artwork and...

Facility Executive June 2025: Elevating The Built Environment

Facility Executive June 2025 Issue (Volume 38, Number 3) Editor’s Letter: A Lasting Impression Most facilities managers want their buildings to have a good impression. From the moment a person enters the building grounds, they take in everything: the...