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Good design can ease discomfort, but one standardized choice might not fit all. Patient safety, comfort and a sense of control are central to infusion center design. Spa-like amenities, calming décor, scenic views and a range of privacy options are trends quickly becoming standard in the industry, whether medical clients are building new infusion centers…

The checkout aisle has always been a source of frustration for both shopper and grocer, alike. For shoppers, the frustration stems from long waits for one of three cashiers, despite there being 15 check-stands. For grocers, the checkout aisle is one of the greatest sources of customer complaints and shrink, which directly affects their bottom…

New research has examined the complexities of the facilities management industry, and how they impact the safety and smooth running within the modern facility. The survey of 250 senior FM professionals by industrial paint and repair products specialist, Watco, revealed that almost two thirds (60 per cent) of facilities managers have had their budgets cut by…

ENGIE Impact’s 2024 Net Zero Report reveals five core roadblocks preventing organizations from making headway with their decarbonization plans. The report identifies common roadblocks to decarbonization and explores some troubling findings, including the tendency for many organizations to approach decarbonization as a limited, narrow initiative instead of the transformational, whole-business approach it needs to be….

Production studios are the next step in redefining patient care. Technology has quickly advanced over the years, and no industry has been spared. In healthcare facilities, beepers have been replaced by cell phones and nearly all communication and appointments can be done digitally through telehealth. As more facilities begin to embrace digital operations, many hospitals…

Cities, states, and school districts are taking a variety of approaches regarding underused and closed buildings, including repurposing or selling them. For decades, state and local governments and school districts have struggled to properly manage and maintain aging facilities. One result has been a backlog of maintenance needs that has grown larger and more costly…