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As October brings Cybersecurity Awareness Month into the spotlight, new research conducted by Genetec Inc. reveals that cybersecurity remains a key concern for physical security experts. Based on insights from over 5,500 physical security leaders from around the world, the research shows that while organizations are putting in place new processes to protect themselves, the…

The ripple effects of any disruptive technology are often felt far and wide. Proactively preparing for these changes can be extremely advantageous for facility managers. One technology that is disrupting everything from leasing arrangements to design and construction to green building initiatives is electric vehicles. It’s not an exaggeration to suggest that in 10-15 years,…

  The design of the recently completed Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery by SBLM Architects includes key criteria mandated in the Baker Act — such as hospital emergency intake centers and emergency vehicle access — while providing multiple environments conducive to the treatment and recovery of persons with mental illness. Most importantly, the…

Healthcare systems face an array of construction challenges, from rising costs and labor shortages to technology advances. Construction costs have increased significantly in recent years, putting financial strain on healthcare systems looking to renovate, make additions to their existing facilities or develop standalone hospitals. The wider construction economy has suffered from supply chain disruptions, labor…

The deferred maintenance crisis plaguing many institutional and commercial facilities actually presents managers with two huge challenges. The first challenge, obviously, is to secure funding to address the maintenance backlog that grows each year. The second challenge tests managers’ views of the future of their facilities: Are funds best spent on addressing critical short-term tasks…