Clever Canine Helps Facility Managers Sniff Out Mold

By Zaneta Kuzel Facility executives understand that unplanned maintenance and asset degradation are costly — not only in direct repair expenses, but also in business-disrupting downtime, tenant dissatisfaction, and insurance liability. Mold, often undetected in its...

A New HVAC “Force” Cuts Energy, Boosts Efficiency

By Greg Rankin When it comes to building a sustainable energy future, there are two sides to the equation: generation and demand. While most of the attention has been placed on producing more clean power, there’s an equally powerful opportunity in reducing consumption...

The Hidden Risk Of Workplace Amenities

Adobe Stock/Elnur By Jennifer Brumfield In today’s workplaces, amenities like break rooms, cafeterias, and gyms are more than a perk; they’re a requirement to keep employees satisfied and foster a positive company culture. On-site amenities can even help attract...

Managing Resource Scarcity: Responding To Common Staffing Challenges

By Greg Larson While the global material supply crisis has eased somewhat, a more pressing challenge for facility administrators is the shortage of engineers and those trained to perform various skilled trades. According to Pew Research Center, “blue-collar” workers...