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Key Articles for the Facilities Professional

Week Of 11/10/2024 - 11/16/2024

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How Facility Managers are Planning for the Future of the Workforce Preventive Strategies to Extend Flooring Life and Cut Costs Facility Condition Assessments Prove Valuable as Workplaces Change How AI and Smart Systems are Creating a New Era for Facility Managers Veterans Have the Necessary Skills to be Facility Managers Why is Fall the Best Time to Address Pavement Issues? Eye on Inventory: Moving Beyond Economic Order Quantity Flexible Workspaces: The Latest in Door Hardware for Commercial Offices Practicing What it Preaches: Denver Water Utility
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Week Of 11/3/2024 - 11/9/2024

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Flooring Trends for Facilities with Heavy Traffic Report Shows AI's Impact on Facilities Management South Florida Resort Avoids Parking Lot Flooding from Extreme Weather Denver Water Utility Prioritizes Smart Water Use, Conservation Michigan Central Station Merges Energy Efficiency and History Mark Baker Found Learning Opportunities Through Facilities Management
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Week Of 10/27/2024 - 11/2/2024

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Security Top Priority for Government Buildings What Can AI Do for Facility Managers? How to Use Job Task Analysis to Inform Employee Certification Strategies Key Considerations and Challenges When Adding Solar Power to Existing Buildings Understanding the Benefits of Human-Centric Design Technology Makes an Impact on Training for the Skilled Trades When to Replace Fire Systems Per NFPA 72 Training Occupants On Fire Safety Healthy Building Policy Summit Points to Sustainable Future
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Week Of 10/20/2024 - 10/26/2024

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How Regenerative Design is Shaping the Future of Facilities Lighting Controls: Achieving Energy Efficiency and Visual Comfort New York City’s Local Law 97 Spurs Conflict Over its Potential Effects Clearing the Air on AI and Facilities Stainless Steel Proves to Be a Smart Choice for Coastal Areas Rules Regarding Nuisance Fire Alarms Maintaining Healthy Buildings Through Technology and Communication Identifying Problems with Fire Alarm Systems
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Week Of 10/13/2024 - 10/19/2024

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How Solar Energy Saves Schools Money and Engages Students Data Centers' Consumption of Water Remains High The ROI of Retrofitting: 5 Long-Term Benefits Designing Offices for Hybrid Work Joseph Kovolyan Will Not Settle in Order to Make a Difference Maximizing Fire Suppression Systems
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Week Of 10/6/2024 - 10/12/2024

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More K-12 School Districts Leaning on Solar Energy Water Consumption Concerns as Data Center Use Increases How to Prepare for a Category 5 Hurricane Healthy Workspaces Minimize Noisy Distractions How Metal Roofs Improve Energy Efficiency and Longevity Facility Managers, AI and the ‘Soft’ Skills  Alaska Schools Prepare for Upcoming Winter The Future of Refrigerants: Essential Guide to Eco-Friendly Alternatives and the Transition Process Maintenance As the Key to Healthy Indoor Environments 
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Week Of 9/29/2024 - 10/5/2024

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Leo Bobadilla Establishes Team-First Culture at Junior College The Maintenance Benefits of Metal Roofs What Does it Take to be a Champion? Making the Case for Metal Roofs Strategies for Successful Active Shooter Drills Rightsizing Dumpsters with Sonar Technology 6 Sustainable Benefits of Steam Boilers
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Week Of 9/22/2024 - 9/28/2024

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Why Water Bottle Filling Stations Are Healthier, Greener Options Prioritizing School Security Risks and Upgrades Efficiently Facility Maintenance Drives Employee Well-Being and Engagement
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Week Of 9/15/2024 - 9/21/2024

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Scan to BIM: Prelude to Creating Digital Twins EV Charging Stations: Avoiding Costly Mistakes Modernizing Mailrooms: Elevating Customer Experience, Enabling Efficiency A Strategic Approach to Making Schools Safer Maintenance By Any Other Name Maintenance and the Rise of Employee Well-Being and Engagement 
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Week Of 9/8/2024 - 9/14/2024

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Scott Wollenzien Leads $500M Northwestern Mutual Renovation Economic Benefits of Sensor Technology in Workplaces How Citi's HQ Redesign Achieved LEED and WELL Platinum Certifications How Facility Management Impacts Occupant Experience Electric Boilers: Cost vs. Long-Term Savings Why Facilities are Choosing Bottle Fillers Over Fountains Expert Tips on Maintaining Kohler's Golf Courses Hazards to Avoid When Operating MEWPs and Telehandlers
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Week Of 9/1/2024 - 9/7/2024

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Facilities Managers to Lead the Charge in Expanding EV Charging Stations Space Management with Smart Technology Renovations Boost NBA’s Hawks’ Stadium Promote Facility Managers' Role and Impact The Impact of Electrification on Built Assets How a Career in Fire Safety Consulting Transformed to Facilities Management Safety First: Staying Safe on MEWPs and Telehandlers
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Week Of 8/25/2024 - 8/31/2024

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How AI and IoT Can Prevent School Shootings Successful Access Control Implementation Strategies  K-12 School Renovations in Michigan Seek to Bring Old and New Together The Urgent Need for Better Indoor Air Quality in Schools Rail Station to Help Revive California City’s Downtown Fire Safety ITM: When the Fire Department Gets Involved Unlocking a CMMS: Strategies and Tactics  
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Week Of 8/18/2024 - 8/24/2024

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Getting High-Tech with School Safety Maintenance Strategy Important Part of Sustainable Roofing Plan Fire Suppression Strategies for Maintaining Safety, Protecting Critical Equipment How to Prevent Damages Caused by Pests Who Can Perform Fire Alarm Inspections? Jail Lighting Upgrade Pays Dividends for County
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Week Of 8/11/2024 - 8/17/2024

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Raymond Elementary Combines History and Sustainability Optimizing Smart Restrooms: Power, Connectivity, and Budget Insights The Case for Sustainable Roofs Facilities Management to Enter the Era of Smart Data The Latest Best Practices and Regulations for Pest Control Required Documentation for Fire Safety ITM
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Week Of 8/4/2024 - 8/10/2024

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From Army to Healthcare Leadership: Steve Smith's Journey New Restroom Fixture Technology Boosts User Experience Sustainable Roofing Strategies Janitorial Bill May Spike Facility Costs How a Marine Corps Veteran Found Facilities Success Tucson's Cool Oasis: Sustainable ENR2 Courtyard Latest Developments in Traps, Tech and Pest Control Facilities Managers need to Commit to Preventative Maintenance Common Questions Regarding Fire Safety ITM Boost Efficiency: Predictive Maintenance Data Essentials
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Week Of 7/28/2024 - 8/3/2024

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From Old to Gold: Transforming Historical Structures for the Future Opening Doors for People with Disabilities Remains a Challenge Solar Installation Creates Big Savings for Arizona Church 4 Benefits of Pairing Solar with Battery Storage for Commercial Facilities Adaptive Reuse, Growing in Europe and Asia, is Architecture’s New Wave Maui Wildfire: A First-hand Account Predictive Maintenance Technologies Enhance Facility Efficiency
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Week Of 7/21/2024 - 7/27/2024

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5 Must-Have Skills Gen Z Needs for Facilities Management Transforming Old Industrial Building to Innovative Lab Space  How to Create Standard Operating Procedures The Impact of Water Heaters on Energy Efficiency
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Week Of 7/14/2024 - 7/20/2024

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The Future of Facility Management: Tesla's Optimus Robot Renovating School for Children with Disabilities Gen Z Can Fill the Workforce Gap Water Heaters’ Role in Sustainable Operations Leveraging Technology to Optimize Facilities Management 
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Week Of 7/7/2024 - 7/13/2024

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Topeka's West Ridge Mall Reimagined: New Life Facilities ‘Arms Race’ in College Athletics Shows no Signs of Slowing Lighting and Signage: Critical Life-Safety Elements  Emergencies Are a Time for Maintenance to Shine The Latest Water Heater Technology Innovations Grounds Projects that Benefit from Equipment Rental From Law Enforcement to Grounds Management: Matthew Bailey
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Week Of 6/30/2024 - 7/6/2024

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Facility Management in the 2000s: Security and Green Facelift and Expansion Revives Buffalo Art Museum Cool Roof Coating Project Aids in Energy Savings The Higher the MERV the Better: With Some Exceptions Strategies for Renting Light Construction Equipment
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Week Of 6/23/2024 - 6/29/2024

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3 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Help Reduce Risk for Facility Managers Helping K-12 Schools on a National Scale OSHA Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems Beyond the Ban: The Enduring Dangers of Asbestos Exposure in Facilities Today How to Understand a Patchwork of Elevator Regulations Access Control Holds the Key to an Integrated Security Plan Life Sciences’ Real Estate Comeback Bodes well for Future Fall Protection Violations Dominate OSHA Top 10
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Week Of 6/16/2024 - 6/22/2024

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Fire Alarms: Tone-Only Vs. Voice Systems 3 Solar Strategies for Large Commercial Buildings 5 Reasons to Adopt Facility Management Standards Upgraded Foodservice Area Entices New Employees Cook County Hospital: New HVAC for Old Icon How to Rent a Boiler Fall Protection Training: A Manager’s Guide Expert Tips to Avoid Common Drain Cleaning Mistakes
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Week Of 6/9/2024 - 6/15/2024

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Maintenance Considerations for Mass Timber Construction Projects Can Voice Fire Alarms Be Used for Other Purposes? Facilities Embraces Electrification for 2030 Goals Prevent Costly Repairs with Envelope Maintenance 3 Steps to Decarbonize Buildings Essential Drain Cleaning Tips for Emergencies Maintenance: The Right Thing for the Environment 
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Week Of 6/2/2024 - 6/8/2024

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Building Electrification Hastens Clean-Energy Transition NFPA 72 Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems Examining the Mass Timber Trend Should School Staff Carry Guns? Key Tips for Building Envelope Maintenance How to Lead a High-Performance Asset Management Organization Trailblazing Women in Facilities Management Roles Veteran Affairs Renovates with DEI In Mind The 1990s: Green Takes Off and Facility Managers Surf the Web Understanding the Role of Technicians in Facilities Management Success  Inside Grounds Crew Operations for the Milwaukee Brewers Overcoming Biases for Facilities Success  Renovations Bring New Life to Cook County Hospital
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Week Of 5/26/2024 - 6/1/2024

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Renovation Gives College Better ROI than New Construction JLL and Nomad Partner to Train Next Generation of Facilities Workers What the New SEC Climate Regulations Mean for Facility Managers 3 Roadblocks to BIM  Zero Waste Plan to Further Washington D.C.’s Green Initiative GSA is a Trendsetter on Net Zero and Smart Buildings
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Week Of 5/19/2024 - 5/25/2024

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ESG: The Facility Manager’s Role From Manufacturing Facility to Mixed-use Church Complex Ithaca Green New Deal Aims to Electrify 6,000 Buildings Six Skills Facility Managers Need to Showcase Balancing Security with Healthy Workspaces The Unexpected Benefits of BIM Boiler Inspections: Behind the Scenes with the Only Female Chief Inspector Do Fire Alarm Systems Need to Meet OSHA Requirements?
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Week Of 5/12/2024 - 5/18/2024

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Developing Talent in a Hybrid Workplace Ithaca, New York, Embraces Robust Electrification Plan HVAC: Emerging Technologies for the Future Ransomware Is a Significant Risk to Facility Security How to Quantify the Value of ESG Strategies Fire Alarms: The Difference Between Addressable and Conventional Systems Skilled Trades Catching on With High Schoolers as Career Option
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Week Of 5/5/2024 - 5/11/2024

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Boston Public Schools Guided by Facility Condition Assessment Meet the Nation's First Zero Energy Outpatient Healthcare Facility Accepting the Next Generation of Facility Professionals Preventing the ‘Silent Killer’: Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems NFPA 72: Interconnectivity Requirements 3 Causes of Poor Indoor Air Quality
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Week Of 4/28/2024 - 5/4/2024

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HVAC: What’s in Store for 2024 – and Beyond Facility Managers Share Responsibility for Cybersecurity The 1980s: When Office Spaces Were King Employee Motivation: Measuring Success Ensure Roof Safety with These Fall Protection Tips Proper Lighting Conditions Enhance Student Productivity
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Week Of 4/21/2024 - 4/27/2024

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Green Energy Benefits: Helping the Environment is Just the Start Where to Place Smoke Detectors Bringing the Home to Headquarters 4 Steps to a Water Safety Audit Employee Motivation: Defining the Facility Manager's Role
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Week Of 4/14/2024 - 4/20/2024

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NFPA 72: Commonly Asked Questions Solving the Data Center Power Supply Strain Digital Training Addresses Labor Challenges Understanding Maryland’s Building Energy Performance Standard OSHA Inspections: What Managers Need to Know Picking The Right Spot Cooler Working With a Drone Contractor
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Week Of 4/7/2024 - 4/13/2024

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Know Your Fire Alarm Codes High School Embraces Classrooms and Community Utility Master Plans Help Ensure Facility Reliability Fire Protection: Keeping Up with Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Training Three Ways to Build Technician Pride Water Leaks: Common Causes Using Propane-Powered Mowers for Efficient Grounds Maintenance Leak Repair: Quick Response and Detection Technology Are Key Developing a Replacement Plan for Utility Vehicles Networking Is Key to Success in Facility Management
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Week Of 3/31/2024 - 4/6/2024

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Birds and Buildings: Finding Lighting Solutions Preventing Infection Outbreaks During Disaster Recovery How to Prioritize Embodied Carbon in Sustainability Initiatives The 1970's Energy Crisis Shined a Spotlight on Facility Management Trade Shows are the Perfect Place to 'Talk Facilities' Utility Vehicles Provide Versatility for Public Gardens Spot Coolers: Rent or Buy Drones Take Flight for Facility Inspections
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Week Of 3/24/2024 - 3/30/2024

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Pros and Cons of Machine Room-Less Elevators Off-Campus Student Housing: Keep it Safe and Sensible Repurposing Retail is a Balancing Act Weighing Infrastructure and Cost Fostering Employee Engagement in Facility Management School Shooting Prevention: Start with a Site Assessment Vacant, Unsafe Facility Transforms into Net Zero Classrooms Maximizing Resilience Against Extreme Weather
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Week Of 3/17/2024 - 3/23/2024

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Getting Organizational Buy-in for Smart Technology Resilience Practices That Protect Against Wildfires Constructing for Net Zero and LEED Keeping E-Waste from Landfills Spring Grounds Checklist for Managers
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Week Of 3/10/2024 - 3/16/2024

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New Restroom Facility Combines Form and Function Looking for Facility Leaders 3 Examples of a Smart Building Switching to Smart Lighting: How to Convince Upper Management A Roadmap to Protecting Facilities and Operations Improving Employee Mental Health: Communicate Regularly Maximizing Chiller Performance
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Week Of 3/3/2024 - 3/9/2024

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Amenities That Encourage Employees to Return to the Office Smart Lighting Offers Major Benefits Power Play: Preparing Microgrid Resilience 5 Steps to Decarbonize Facilities How Building Resiliency is Changing with a Changing World Securing a Safer Campus Evaluating Energy Use: What Managers Need to Know
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Week Of 2/25/2024 - 3/2/2024

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How to Reposition Buildings to Meet Market Demands Retrospective: Facility Managers Help Modernize Buildings in the 1960s Creating a Fire Evacuation Plan How to Avoid Serious Injury, Death from Electrocution What to Do with Expired PPE Employee Wellbeing Is New Job Duty for Facility Managers
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Week Of 2/18/2024 - 2/24/2024

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Wildfire Smoke: A Billions-of-Dollars Concern for Facilities Navigating Campus-Wide Power Upgrades with Smart Solutions Myths About Green Roofs A Guide to Effective Capital Project Management Determining a Paint Project’s Lifespan
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Week Of 2/11/2024 - 2/17/2024

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Designing Adaptable Workstations and Labs Hotel Conversions make Post-Pandemic Sense Green Roof Installation, Inspection and Maintenance Fire Prevention Starts with Proper Installation, Use and Maintenance
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Week Of 2/4/2024 - 2/10/2024

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How School Districts are Converting Bus Fleets to Electric Safe Storage of Lithium-Ion Batteries: Best Practices for Facility Managers Look Back: Facility Management in the 1950s The Facility Management Industry Is at a Crossroads Why does Indoor Environmental Quality Matter to Facility Managers? 4 Common Fire Hazards Lifts Boost Maintenance Efforts at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center 4 Keys to Successful Painting Projects
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Week Of 1/28/2024 - 2/3/2024

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Electric Phase Loss: Challenges and Solutions CRE Facilities Continue to Evolve How Can PACE Help Finance Energy Efficiency Projects? COVID-19 Pandemic Boosts Health of Skilled Trade School How to Deal with Problem Employees Meet the 2024 FMD Editorial Advisory Board Varied Experiences Fuel Facilities Career
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Week Of 1/21/2024 - 1/27/2024

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Adapting to Climate Change: For Facilities, the Heat is On Window of Opportunity Opens for Recyclable Roofing BIM and the Facility Manager’s Role The Case for Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Facilities as Assets: Aligning Maintenance for Long-Term Success The Case for Stucco: Learning from Failures, Planning for Success 2024 HVAC Trends: Sustainability, Filtration, and Future Innovations
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Week Of 1/14/2024 - 1/20/2024

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6 Steps to Conduct a Risk Assessment  Is Interest in LEED Certification Declining? Setting the Stage for BIM Restroom Renovations that Deliver Efficiency and Savings Elevating Building Standards: Beyond COVID to IAQ Excellence Manager's Career Built on Responding to Change Facility Condition Assessments Cut Risk, Increase Resiliency
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Week Of 1/7/2024 - 1/13/2024

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How the Music City Center's Green Roof Revolutionizes Sustainability in Commercial Buildings Beyond the Game: NRG Stadium's Eco-Friendly Makeover Midland Independent School District's Journey to Modernize HVAC Systems Celebrating 70 Years of Building Operating Management Magazine  5 Steps for Improving Workplace Morale Mastering Lighting Upgrades: Strategies for Success and Cost-Efficiency The Bottom Line on Key Performance Indicators The Unseen Challenges Grounds Managers Face
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Week Of 12/31/2023 - 1/6/2024

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Hybrid Offices Need to Appeal to Employees Future-Proofing Tech Workspaces: Embracing Flexibility and Efficiency for Growth Top 5 Challenges to Retrofitting for Electric Vehicle Charging
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Week Of 12/17/2023 - 12/23/2023

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From the Archives: Maintaining Disneyland in the 1960s Solving the Post-Pandemic Vacancy Rate Problem Improving Students’ Mental Health with Biophilic Design 4 Trends in Smart Buildings Designing a Healthy and Sustainable Workplace Rethinking Pump Maintenance and Design
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Week Of 12/10/2023 - 12/16/2023

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Navigating the Hurdles of Electric Vehicle Fleet Conversion 6 Steps for Cybersecurity Competence The Importance of Exit Interviews Building Electrification Gains Momentum with Heat Pump Adoption How to Handle a Workplace Accident Unoccupied Buildings at High Risk for Legionella DEI Efforts Continue to Attract Gen Z Workers Navigating the Hurdles of Outsourcing
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Week Of 12/3/2023 - 12/9/2023

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Overcoming Facility Staffing Struggles with Innovative Hiring Strategies For Data Center Construction, Location Matters The Facility Manager's Role in Cybersecurity Electric HVAC Systems Play Key Role in Decarbonization Playbook Community Colleges May be Hot Spots for New Hires Flooring a Centerpiece of University Renovation  Mass Masonry: Adapting Historic Buildings for the Next Generation
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