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Leading with purpose is a mindset that can transform both the facilities team and the organization as a whole. The most effective facility managers are those who see beyond the day-to-day tasks and understand how their work fits into the larger vision of the organization. They don’t simply fix what’s broken or respond to immediate…

It is expected to open in late 2026. Novant Health announced a new healthcare hub in Dorchester County, breaking ground on a medical office building and freestanding emergency department in the Summers Corner community. The development will bring comprehensive, convenient care closer to home for patients in Dorchester County and the surrounding area. The new…

Gender neutral restrooms help avoid controversy in public facilities. The use of gender-neutral restrooms has been around long before they were a hot topic of conversation in popular culture. Many facilities like hospitals have begun adding more gender-neutral restrooms to their buildings, only to be met with scrutiny from a small group of people, saying…

(Photo: Adobe Stock / Phushutter) In building safety, compliance with local regulations and addressing safety concerns are essential, and for facility managers, these are non-negotiable. Failing to follow safety codes and standards and local building regulations puts occupants at risk and can lead to expensive penalties and legal problems. For example, failure to adhere to…

As federal infrastructure aid slows and grant recissions loom, a new Volcker Alliance report warns that many state governments are failing to disclose billions of dollars in deferred-maintenance liabilities—an omission that obscures the true scope of infrastructure decay and hampers long-term planning. The Alliance’s three-part series, “Meeting the Trillion-Dollar Challenge,” released Oct. 16, estimates the…

In an ongoing effort to ensure school safety, the Virginia Department of Education has awarded $12 million in School Security Equipment Grants to 433 schools across 99 divisions. “Every parent wants to know their child is safe at school, and these school security infrastructure grants help make that promise real,” said Superintendent of Public Instruction Emily Anne…