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When most people think of an office or facility being “eco-friendly,” then often think about the reduction of energy usage or using equipment that is designed to be energy-efficient. While this is certainly a good thing, it is not the only way in which a company can do better for the environment. As a business … Continue reading "Eco-Friendly Office Practices That Go Beyond Energy-Efficiency"

Many facility managers have a tendency to rely on manual organizational tools to oversee inventory, operations, and maintenance. While these systems may be familiar, they are rarely the most efficient ways to manage a facility. If you are one of these people, you likely have hangups about switching to computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) due … Continue reading "4 Myths About Computerized Maintenance Management Systems"

Preventative maintenance is an essential part of managing a facility and, more accurately, the various pieces of equipment that are in it. This kind of maintenance involves making regular checks on equipment and facility systems, such as the HVAC system, during scheduled times in order to ensure that everything is in working order. Performing maintenance … Continue reading "3 Core Issues That Are Limiting Your Preventative Maintenance Plan"

While many facility managers understand the importance of preventative maintenance, the practice of performing regular checks and making small modifications over time, there are some companies and facilities that do not agree. In some cases, upper management will make the case against preventative maintenance why it isn’t effective. Although these claims may come from a … Continue reading "3 Common Management Objections To Preventative Maintenance, And How To Overcome Them"