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The connected hospital estate: Turning data into action for safer, smarter facilities management
Making the shift from systems of record to systems of intelligence and execution requires healthcare organisations to combine the power of unified data and artificial intelligence with human expertise. Becky Allen, MRI Software’s Healthcare Solution…
Why facilities management needs more than AI alone
Artificial intelligence has rapidly moved from a future concept to a boardroom priority. Across facilities management, organisations are exploring how AI can help them manage growing compliance demands, ageing assets, rising operating costs, and incr…
Facilities management trends 2026: What to expect next
Summary: Key trends in FM for 2026 Facilities management is evolving rapidly, driven by digital transformation, ESG and efficiency demands. Mobile-first tools, AI-powered maintenance and smart building integrations are fast becoming industry standar…
Reducing energy costs through smart building automation, sensor technology and AI
Energy is one of the largest controllable costs in facilities management, and with rising prices, tightening budgets, and ambitious Net Zero targets, the pressure to reduce consumption has never been higher. Advances in smart building automation, sen…
Preventative maintenance and energy savings: Reducing costs through proactive care
In facilities management, the link between asset maintenance and energy performance is undeniable. Equipment that is poorly maintained often consumes more energy, runs less efficiently, and shortens its own lifespan. For facilities managers tasked wi…
5 practical steps to lower utility bills through advanced EMS strategies
Utility costs are a growing concern for facilities managers under pressure to cut operating expenses while maintaining service quality and comfort. The solution lies in leveraging Advanced Energy Management System (EMS) strategies, not just to monito…
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…