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Water efficiency for today’s buildings
Building owners and managers are encouraged to reduce water consumption and improve water efficiency to reduce operating costs and use water more responsibly. However, many don’t understand which factors in their facilities most impact water usage. Identifying these...
IFMA and Autodesk launch Building Lifecycle Management Initiative
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and Autodesk, a global leader in software for engineers, builders, designers and creators, have launched the Building Lifecycle Management Initiative (BLMI). With a global focus spanning North America, EMEA,...
The Importance of Workplace Safety in the Warehouse
Employers must implement workplace safety measures to protect the lives of their employees. Warehouse professionals must follow these measures as it is a matter of life and death. According to the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, there were more than 5,283 fatal...
Enhancing Safety at Hennepin Healthcare with a Screening System
Case study: The system was able to detect 2,500 risk items in less than five months. Workplace violence in healthcare settings is a common concern worldwide. In many countries, exacerbated by the global Covid-19 pandemic, incidents are on the rise at an alarming rate....
Are you disinfecting effectively?
As the importance of cleaning and sanitizing remains top of mind, it is crucial that cleaners use the right products to achieve optimal results. In recent years, we’ve moved from cleaning just for appearance to making hygiene and safety a vital component of the...
Building a greener future
Concrete is among the most durable building materials. Many have marveled at ancient Roman structures built from concrete that have lasted through millennia. Their durability is an inspiration to modern builders, and one might rightly ask, “Why don’t modern concrete...
