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A guide to facilities risk management: how to evaluate and manage common risks
Facilities risk management is an essential practice for maintaining safe, efficient and compliant properties. From identifying potential hazards to implementing effective safety measures, understanding what is facilities management is key for real es…
How predictive maintenance shapes the future of facilities management practices
Predictive maintenance is revolutionising facilities management by enabling real estate professionals to anticipate equipment needs and prevent breakdowns before they occur. This proactive approach goes beyond traditional methods, delivering key bene…
What is corrective maintenance?
As a property manager or landlord, staying on top of maintenance is crucial for keeping tenants happy and your buildings running smoothly. But what happens when equipment breaks down unexpectedly? That’s where the corrective type of maintenance comes…
How to improve commercial property tenant retention
In the competitive commercial real estate market, commercial tenant retention is more critical than ever. Retaining your commercial tenants means having a consistent and predictable income stream, as well as avoiding the costs of tenant turnover. Apa…
How to overcome barriers in the net zero journey
With the built environment accounting for 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, it’s clear that FM is set to play a central role in the journey to Net Zero. Facilities teams are increasingly being tasked with key roles in the process, a daunting pr…
How to achieve efficient and sustainable workplaces through smart FM
Modern FM processes are increasingly reliant on innovative new technologies, which support facilities management teams to work more efficiently whilst reducing energy usage and waste, for high-performing, sustainable buildings. At MRI Software’s Lond…
What is a healthy building?
Did you know that people spend around 90% of their time indoors? This fact alone makes it essential for both residential and commercial buildings to prioritise creating a healthy indoor environment. Healthy buildings ensure that everything from the a…
How is footfall measured?
Footfall measurement is an essential tool for property managers and retail owners alike. Tracking visitor numbers helps you gain insights into how well your space is performing on a day-to-day basis. In fact, retail sales in the GCC retail sector are…