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What is mobile workforce management
Managing employees who work outside the office has become increasingly complex as businesses grow more distributed and customer expectations rise. Mobile workforce management helps organisations streamline scheduling, communication and real-time visi…
How to use CAFM software effectively
CAFM software (Computer-Aided Facilities Management) is one of the most versatile tools available to modern facilities teams. From tracking assets and managing maintenance schedules to optimising space and improving compliance, CAFM systems can strea…
What is a building management system (BMS)?
In today’s commercial property landscape, efficiency, safety and sustainability are no longer optional, they are essential. A building management system, commonly referred to as a BMS, provides the technological backbone that allows property managers…
What is a building condition assessment?
A building condition assessment provides a systematic review of how a property is performing and what maintenance or upgrades may be required. It gives property owners, facilities managers and landlords a clear understanding of the health of a buildi…
What is failure analysis in real estate and facilities management?
Failure analysis is the study of why an asset or system fails with the goal of preventing the same issue from occurring again. In real estate and facilities management, this practice is vital. Properties are made up of complex systems, from HVAC and …
From blind spots to smart spaces: How data and IoT are transforming NHS estate efficiency
Authored by Becky Allen, Healthcare Solutions Lead at MRI Software The NHS is under growing pressure to deliver more with less. Yet, a recent investigation revealed that £4 million in property taxes has been spent on 77 unused NHS buildings over the …
What is healthcare facilities management?
Healthcare facilities face some of the most demanding operational challenges of any sector. Hospitals, clinics and care centres must maintain environments that are safe, efficient and compliant, all while adapting to rapidly changing regulations and …
Benefits of energy monitoring software for real estate and facilities
Energy costs are one of the largest and most unpredictable expenses for property owners and facility operators. With increasing pressure to cut emissions, meet ESG standards and deliver comfortable, cost-efficient spaces for occupants, effective ener…