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Read ArticleA maintenance checklist is an essential tool that bridges an organization's design, engineering and operations - ensuring equipment reliability and building longevity. The purpose of a checklist is to ensure tasks are done correctly and in the same order, no matter who completes them....
Read ArticleProactive and preventive maintenance is a moving target at most facilities—but a technology-driven approach to info access can help....
Read ArticleBilding additions and renovations can double and triple square footage, cost millions, and disrupt building residents. With building renovations, there’s always a sense of discovery about “what’s inside,” such as for mechanicals, electrical systems, and water lines. Enter the facility manager who takes over building responsibilities once construction is completed. When construction is over, facilities are charged with determining how to operate the new space safely and efficiently while managing people, resources, and time....
Read ArticleBuilding documentation challenges are addressed with mobile-first technology for efficient management in this article....
Read ArticleIn the FM industry, retirement and attrition have a massive impact on the preservation of institutional knowledge. This article offers tips for fostering the next generation of FM professionals including internships, apprenticeships, and tapping into the military for new hires....
Read ArticleThis article highlights the benefits of storing and updating healthcare compliance documentation binders via your mobile device....
Read ArticleFacilities are facing a crisis due to staff reductions caused by retirements, leading to a loss of critical knowledge, and affecting the ability to respond quickly to workloads and emergencies. The article emphasizes the importance of capturing legacy knowledge from experienced employees and implementing a holistic approach to facility succession planning....
Read ArticleEasily accessing equipment manuals (O&Ms) and other critical building information for facility teams is critical to ensure the safe and efficient operation of various equipment and systems. Traditional methods of storing and accessing O&Ms, such as physical documents in plan rooms or relying on retiring employees for knowledge transfer, are inefficient and unreliable. The article suggests leveraging technologyto digitize and organize building information, making it instantly accessible on mobile devices....
Read ArticleThis article highlights the challenges of locating gas, water main, water isolation, and med gas valve shut-offs in facilities. The difficulty arises from factors such as renovations, lack of documentation, and the vastness of some campuses. Mapping valve locations on mobile devices is recommended to avoid guesswork and reliance on outdated information....
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