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6 ways effective facilities management can reduce costs
Facilities management services support an organization in a number of ways. Whether it’s keeping executives up-to-speed on the leases, rents and rates of their property portfolio, guiding the course of projects from start-to-finish, or making sure em…
Universities are overpaying millions for energy. Here’s what smart campuses are doing about it
Universities operate some of the most energy-intensive facilities in the world, from research labs and residence halls to athletic complexes and data centers. Yet many institutions still lack clear visibility into how energy is actually being used ac…
What is FSM software? Benefits of field service management software
Field Service Management (FSM) is the coordination of operations outside of the traditional office — like maintenance, inspections, and repairs — using dedicated facilities management software or CMMS software and workflows. As teams become more mobi…
What is fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) in buildings?
In modern buildings, efficiency and reliability are everything. Whether it’s an office tower, hospital, or university campus, building systems like HVAC, lighting, and energy management must work seamlessly to deliver comfort, safety, and cost-effect…
What is Commercial HVAC Retrofit?
A commercial HVAC retrofit refers to upgrading or replacing key components of an existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system to improve performance, efficiency, and compliance with current standards. Instead of replacing the entire sys…
AI readiness in facilities management: Are you prepared?
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. As I shared in our AI Week session, “Proactive Payoffs: How AI Delivers Sa…
What Is a Proprietary System in Real Estate Technology?
The real estate sector has undergone a rapid digital transformation in recent years, with PropTech becoming a core driver of efficiency, transparency, and smarter decision-making. From AI-driven forecasting to automated lease management software, tec…
What is emergency maintenance?
Facilities and property managers deal with a wide range of maintenance tasks, but few are as urgent or high-stakes as emergency maintenance. This type of repair work is triggered by critical failures or safety hazards that demand immediate attention.…