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For artificial intelligence to have a place in the facilities management industry, it will need to collaborate with human workers. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a bit of a buzzword as developments for the technology become more accessible to the everyday user.  With widespread usage of AI platforms like ChatGPT, Google Bard AI, Amazon…

When the lights flicker and suddenly go out, it is evident that a power outage is afoot. Healthcare facilities in particular feel the effects of an outage, making some of them limit or even completely halt services. For a hospital in Florida, a power outage occurred twice in less than a day. According to News4JAX,…

By investing in people supported by innovative technology, facilities will be better equipped to meet evolving challenges. Facilities management teams rely on a host of technological tools to mitigate compliance risk, advance operational goals and improve the caregiver and team member experience. As with most technologies, however, these ever-evolving tools require consistent monitoring, optimization and…

Despite decades of attention in headlines and news articles, deferred maintenance continues to plague K-12 school districts nationwide. But the data behind the headlines reveals that the issue does not affect all school districts equally. A CBS News analysis of federal data found school districts with more Black students were able to invest far less…

Concrete floors play a crucial role in commercial buildings, offering the appeal of low maintenance, durability, and aesthetics. Because of these traits, polished concrete floors are one of the fastest-growing floor types, however, there are many misconceptions when it comes to how to properly care for these floors. As winter approaches, take a proactive approach…

Building owners and managers have never had more facility data or more questions about the best ways to maximize that data. Building owners and managers have never had access to more data about facility systems, equipment and conditions. They also have never had more — or more important — questions about the best ways to…