A tailored approach to energy management
Energy management plays a crucial role in addressing rising utility costs and achieving sustainability goals for Canada’s evolving apartment sector. Since the early 2000s, building retrofits aimed at improving energy efficiencies have been gaining traction in the...
Survey Finds More Security Leaders Are Embracing Emerging Tech
As organizations navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape, security leaders are making strategic shifts toward unified platforms and emerging technologies, according to the newly released 2025 State of Security and Identity Report from HID. The comprehensive...
3 Critical Cyber Threats to Healthcare Facilities in 2025
With cyber threats continuing to evolve rapidly, healthcare facility managers must be aware of what can impact their operations. Even as healthcare facilities continue to digitize their operations and patient care, Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and...
University Diagnostic Medical Imaging Falls Victim to Data Breach
The data breach occurred on November 26, 2024. On November 26, 2024, University Diagnostic Medical Imaging, PC (UDMI) observed unusual activity on its network and immediately began an investigation, which included working with third-party specialists. The...
Phoenix Children’s Hospital Brightens Patient Journeys with Interactive Art
Phoenix Children’s Hospital in Arizona treats about 70,000 kids annually. When the hospital’s advisory board began discussing what improvements could be made to make the building more welcoming for children, they thought it was important to ask their young patients...
Getting a jump on landscaping season
Even with snow still on the ground, it’s not too early to plan your landscaping strategy as part of your spring maintenance plan. Putting a plan together before the seasons change allows you to mitigate any surprises, save your budget, and get ahead of any issues you...
The ROI of Listening: How Employee Feedback Boosts Facility Performance
Tuning in to employee feedback isn’t just an exercise in goodwill—it’s a powerhouse strategy to elevate performance, streamline operations, and ultimately, pad the bottom line. According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report, employees not feeling...
5 Actions for Future-fitting Healthcare Facilities by 2030
Facilities leaders can advance organizational priorities with effective structures and skill sets, according to JLL’s 2024 Global Future of Work. Healthcare facilities teams are in a unique position to grow in size and influence as a host of changes impact the way...
Frederick Health Grappling with Ransomware Attack on IT Systems
Despite the attack, most facilities remained open. On January 27, Frederick Health detected a ransomware attack on its IT systems, according to a press release. The facility immediately took systems offline to contain the threat and engaged third-party cybersecurity...
HVAC Upgrades: Data-Driven Decisions
Technology advances have gathered vast amounts of data, enabling facility executives to plan successful projects. HVAC system upgrades are among the most complex and expensive projects in institutional and commercial facilities. The systems provide essential cooling...