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Digital transformation in FM: moving beyond the buzzword
“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 …
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. MRI Software’s 2025 Voice of the Facility Manager (VOFM) report highlights …
Why a strong data strategy is essential for modern FM
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 …
Why lease accounting demands a smarter approach
With evolving standard like IFRS 16, FRS 102 and ASC 842, finance teams are facing increased scrutiny. Relying on spreadsheets alone introduces risk. MRI Software delivers purpose-built technology that brings control, clarity, and compliance to every…
How to use space management planning to cut costs and boost efficiency
Space is one of the most valuable assets in any organisation, but it’s also one of the most underutilised. From empty desks to overcrowded meeting rooms, inefficient space allocation leads to higher costs, reduced productivity and poor employee exper…
Top strategies for effective maintenance management in healthcare facilities to reduce downtime
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…
Bridging the skills gap: How the block management sector can future proof service charge accounting
The block management sector is wrestling with a well-documented strain on property managers; however, a quieter crisis is brewing beneath the surface. Accounting teams, often the backbone of service charge operations, are facing a growing skills gap …
How to create an effective facilities management preventive maintenance checklist
For facilities managers, staying on top of maintenance tasks is no small feat. With countless assets, systems and spaces to manage, a structured and proactive approach is essential to minimise downtime, control costs and maintain a safe, compliant en…