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When disaster strikes—whether it’s a fire, severe weather event, or a threat within your facility—every second counts. Our ability to respond rapidly and efficiently can mean the difference between a crisis being managed and a crisis becoming catastrophic. In this age of technology, emergency response software is transforming how our teams react, collaborate, and secure our spaces.

Facility management is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancement, sustainable demands, and the need for operational efficiency.

The world of work is transforming before our eyes, and nowhere is that more evident than in how we approach safety procedures management. At ARC Facilities, we know that keeping our people and properties protected isn’t just a regulatory checkbox—it’s a commitment to our teams, communities, and the health of our business. 

For healthcare facilities managers, understanding the difference between disaster response and emergency management is essential to keeping their teams and patients safe. 

It only takes seconds for an unexpected crisis to disrupt business operations. Whether it’s a natural disaster, workplace accident, or cyber incident, the difference between chaos and control lies in our ability to respond quickly and confidently.

Colleges and universities are constantly shifting from semester to semester. Like the vibrant students...

Emergencies don’t wait for convenient hours or plan around our schedules. Whether we’re managing a sprawling campus, bustling healthcare center, or a modern commercial building, the ability to respond swiftly—and effectively—to unexpected events can make all the difference. 

Winter is the season where facility pros suddenly become part gambler, part meteorologist, part risk strategist.

A recent conversation with ARC Document Solutions Chief Financial Officer Jorge Avalos offered a powerful perspective on the relationship between Finance and Facilities.

The safety of our facilities is not just a regulatory requirement—it's a cornerstone of our responsibility as owners, managers, and occupants. At ARC Facilities, we understand that the stakes are high when it comes to facility safety management.

Rosio Sandoval has built a career in school facilities management grounded in service, collaboration, and a deep commitment to creating safe, functional, future-ready learning environments for students.

Some careers follow a straight line. Kim Jackson’s? Think more like a river—meandering, carving its way through unexpected terrain, sometimes swift, sometimes calm, but always moving forward.

Rooftops are often overlooked—until something goes wrong. For facilities teams, the roof is a complex, sometimes hazardous workspace where every step, inspection, and repair carries operational, safety, and budget implications.

Selecting the right platform isn’t just about features -- it’s about protecting operations, people, and institutional knowledge.

Dr. Thomas Mitchell — IFMA Fellow, educator, and retired Air Force officer — has spent decades shaping how organizations think about facilities. His experience spans from leading Air Force infrastructure initiatives to guiding today’s facility leaders on strategy, culture, and risk.

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its rapid evolution, its impact on industries is undeniable—facilities management (FM) included. What once seemed like futuristic speculation is quickly becoming a reality, with AI-driven systems being adopted as decision-support tools across organizations. But how do business leaders feel about this transition and AI’s role in shaping the future of FM?