Are Scents a True Indicator of Cleanliness?
Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. For many of us, the smell of lemon, pine, or even bleach is synonymous with cleanliness. We’ve been...
The Impact of Lighting on Aesthetics and Atmosphere in Healthcare
Lighting manufacturers discuss how lighting affects the look and feel of healthcare facilities. While not usually talked about, aesthetics and atmosphere in a healthcare facility help set the tone for a patient’s visit. Lighting happens to play a major role in both,...IFMA publishes accessible guide for leveraging AI
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) released a publication for understanding and leveraging AI in the built environment. Gamechanger: A Facility Manager’s Guide to Building a Relationship with AI serves as a guide for facility management...
Hidden dangers
Conor Logan, Technical Director, Colt International on the hidden dangers of neglecting smoke control system maintenance In September the Grenfell Inquiry concluded with the publication of the Phase 2 Report. Anyone who listened to the summary from the Inquiry led by...
How to Improve Facility Operations with Visual Management Strategies
Visual management enables businesses to communicate important information about processes and procedures. Where preventative maintenance and facility operations are concerned, using visuals can be an effective way to convey expectations and processes quickly to keep...
Healthy Workspaces Minimize Noisy Distractions
Sound can impact worker productivity and focus. Driven in part by the energy and preferences of Generation Z — the demographic now entering higher education and the workforce in large numbers — the design of this 16,000-square-foot Class-A office setting from Dyer...
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville to Begin Expansion Project Construction
The expansion for the ICU is expected to be complete in the fall of 2025, with the emergency department to be complete a few months after. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville will soon begin construction on a $10 million-plus project to expand the hospital’s...
Nearby Explosion Damages Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital in Nebraska
No major injuries to patients or employees were reported. From inclement weather to active shooters, healthcare facility managers must be prepared for emergencies of all kinds. This is especially true when emergencies come without warning. An unexpected explosion near...
How healthcare operations inform design
Healthcare facilities are a backbone for their communities, necessary for sustaining the health and wellness of all who live there. A lot goes into creating healthcare environments that work for both the patients they serve and the staff who provide critical care—from...
How to Prevent Common Fire Safety Violations in Your Facility
Local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.5 million fires in the United States in 2022 that cost approximately $18 billion in property damage, according to the most recent Fire Loss report from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). In addition to...