Facility managers are often required to take a reactionary approach when it comes to problem solving. This column provides proactive, “how to” solutions to some of the ongoing issues.
Vetting landscape service providers ensures they add value to site maintenance plans. From the April 2013 issue.
Government incentives and utility rebates have momentum and are among options to investigate. From the March 2013 issue of Today’s Facility Manager.
Effective upkeep depends on proper methods for the facility space in question. A cleaning regimen that addresses the characteristics and location of these surfaces is most effective.
Facility managers can protect people, property, and their budgets with a systematic approach.
When specifying this facility system, managers can leverage existing infrastructure.
Access to real-time and historical information on usage leads to more efficient operations. Also featured is a look into the lighting controls retrofit at the Empire State Building. Find out how intelligent energy management tools can help facility managers track power usage and gather actionable data.
The convergence of lighting, networking, and sensors can deliver a broad building management solution. Outfitting the building’s lighting system to interact with others—such as HVAC and security—streamlines performance and energy use.
Whether pest birds have made a facility home or are just moving in, having the expertise to deter them effectively is important.
When seeking pre-owned furniture, a little research can go a long way toward finding a suitable dealer.
This building element has an impact on several areas of facility management.