Higher education design for the first-gen college student
College is a time for aspiring students to discover their identities, develop a career pathway, and find their place in the world. The transition from living at home through high school to living on-campus in college can be a difficult endeavor for any student....
Busting 5 Myths About the Facilities Manager Role
Facilities manager (FM) roles are often perceived as fixing, maintaining, and cleaning buildings only. But that couldn’t be further from the truth! To help people understand the many facets of facilities management, and how complex the work of FMs is, we are busting 5...
IFMA Celebrates Facilities Management Leaders at 2024 World Workplace Conference
On Oct. 9-11, industry professionals from across the globe converged on San Antonio, Texas, for the International Facility Management Association’s (IFMA) World Workplace Conference and Expo. The event offered educational sessions, networking opportunities, and more....
The Queen’s Health Systems Acquires Behavioral Hospital from Sutter Health Pacific
It will connect the behavioral health hospital with a broader continuum of local care. The Queen’s Health Systems has acquired O‘ahu-based Kahi Mohala from California-based Sutter Health Pacific, connecting the behavioral health hospital with a broader continuum of...
Mold Matters: Strategies for Prevention and Remediation
Understanding how to detect mold early, assess its risks and implement effective mitigation is essential to ensure a safe environment. Mold growth in hospitals and other healthcare facilities is a serious concern for patient health and for the structural integrity and...
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...