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“Digital transformation” is a term that gets thrown around a lot. But for facilities managers, investing in the right technology is essential to juggle the challenges of ageing infrastructure, hybrid working demands, and the ever-growing pressure to …

From predictive maintenance schedules that prevent costly downtime to intelligent chatbots that support on-the-ground engineers, AI is already reshaping how FM teams operate. MRI Software’s 2025 Voice of the Facility Manager (VOFM) report highlights …

Facilities teams generate huge volumes of data every day, tracking everything from asset performance and maintenance schedules to space usage and energy consumption. But without a clear data strategy, this information risks becoming more of a burden …

Healthcare facilities never sleep. From emergency departments to operating theatres, every part of a hospital must function efficiently, 24/7, to deliver safe and effective patient care. In 2023, NHS England’s Estates and Facilities expenditure reach…

In high-pressure manufacturing environments, productivity and uptime are everything. A single equipment failure can throw production schedules into chaos, increase costs, and impact safety and compliance. That’s why more manufacturers are turning to …

The Facilities Management (FM) industry continues to undergo significant transformations, driven by the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). While discussions around AI often focus on its ability to streamline operations, predict maint…

Introduction Retail is changing fast, and AI is at the heart of this transformation. Whether it’s optimising stock levels, adjusting operating hours, or enhancing customer engagement through smarter analytics, AI is helping retailers and facili…

In facilities and asset management, prevention is always better than cure. That’s where planned preventative maintenance (PPM) comes in – a proactive strategy designed to keep your estate running smoothly while reducing downtime, prolonging ass…