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The Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS®) is a world-renowned program from NFPA® that recognizes individuals who demonstrate wide-ranging skills and knowledge of fire protection. The program is set to undergo changes soon. This blog reviews what the CFPS credential signifies, its value to the fire protection community, upcoming changes, and why individuals might want to…

A crucial environmental strategy, reducing construction waste takes time and patience for facility managers. Here are some best practices. Whether a project is a ground-up brand-new building or just a couple-weeks renovation project of a particular part of the office, focusing on reducing waste and increasing recycling during the construction process is taking on increasing…

Construction Administration presents its fair share of challenges in the architectural industry, from managing clients’ change of heart in the midst of construction to dealing with contractors that are reluctant to revise their work. There’s a fine balance to maintain in ensuring the client’s satisfaction with the final product, advocating for their needs, and attempting…

Corporate responsibility is not just a buzzword; it is a guiding principle that shapes the foundation of a company’s identity. Corporations have a profound responsibility to positively affect their employees, society and the environment. Embracing corporate responsibility means recognizing that a business’s success is intertwined with the well-being of its stakeholders and the communities it…

As the country roasted in July and August under extreme heat made more intense by climate change, tens of thousands of Americans received text messages telling them they could get paid if they powered down their devices and appliances during specific periods of the day. If their homes were equipped with smart thermostats or smart…

As more companies execute climate-focused goals to limit greenhouse emissions, reduce their carbon-footprint, and lower energy costs, the use of solar power for commercial buildings is increasing. While the use of solar can have positive impacts on the environment and generate long-term energy cost savings, there are several considerations that commercial property owners and facilities…