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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...
Smart Buildings: Can Wireless Mesh Networks Cut Costs, Complexity for Facilities Managers?
As smart buildings and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions continue to evolve, the need for a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective backbone becomes more critical. Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) may provide an ideal solution, offering resilient communication, real-time...
IFMA Co-founds Building Lifecycle Management Initiative
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has teamed up with software company Autodesk to launch the Building Lifecycle Management Initiative (BLMI). With a global focus spanning North America, EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and LATAM, the new initiative is a...
The future of water resilience: Mobilizing multistakeholder action
Water is life. It sustains ecosystems, fuels businesses and economies, and nourishes communities, yet our planet’s water cycle is out of balance. Climate change, population growth, and industrial demand are driving water systems to the brink. From devastating droughts...
TransLink to receive $1.5B in public transit funding
The Government of Canada announced that TransLink will receive more than $1.5 billion over 10 years in public transit funding for Metro Vancouver through the creation of a Metro-Region Agreement, starting in 2026. Under the Metro-Region Agreement stream of the new...
Dynamic knowledge
Taking advantage of training resources and adapting to emerging challenges can help FM professionals navigate the ever-changing landscape of the industry. Madeleine Ford asks the experts where to begin The facilities management industry is dynamic and fast evolving,...
