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Discover the Power of IoT in Streamlining Facility Management
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on using Internet of Things (IoT) devices to "streamline operations along multiple fronts, helping to conserve energy, save money, and extend equipment life"
Strengthen the Synergy of Cleaning & Disinfection: Discover Strategies to Safeguard Public Health
This 61-minute ISSA webinar discusses "cleaning for health": "How to identify the germiest areas in facilities"; "How to effectively use cleaning and disinfecting products on surfaces"; "How to justify increased frequency of cleaning and disinfecting"; "Why a focus on improving indoor air quality is critical today"; and "How to build confidence in the staff cleaning your buildings"
Facility Management Journal (March / April 2024 Edition)
The March / April 2024 edition of IFMA's FMJ magazine discusses "advanced IAQ management systems" (P. 17-20), "mitigating the effects of severe weather" (P. 38-40), "enhancing workplace experiences through content management" (P. 48-52), "reducing noise with retrofits" (P. 90-93), and "volatile organic compounds impairing indoor air quality" (P. 94-97).
Building Services Management (February 2024 Edition)
The February 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses ladder safety (P. 18-19), the "future of smart buildings" (P. 20-21), and "find[ing] and remov[ing] slip and fall hazards" (P. 30-31).
ISSA Today (January / February 2024 Edition)
The January / February edition of the ISSA Today magazine discusses "improving facility cleaning and maintenance productivity" (P. 18-19), "leveraging AI for facility maintenance services" (P. 20-22), "technology and building service contracting" (P. 30-31), and "the science of alcohol-based hand sanitizers and norovirus" (P. 32-33).
Facility Management Journal (November / December 2023 Edition)
The November / December 2023 edition of IFMA's FMJ magazine focuses on the theme of "real estate & property management" and "occupancy." Topics discussed include: Smart building technology (P. 36-40), "five ways AI can prevent cyberattacks" (P. 46-49), maintenance checklists (P. 56-60), "safeguarding IAQ [indoor air quality] amidst outdoor air challenges" such as wildfires (P. 62-66), and "using apps to save FM institutional knowledge" (P. 68-70).
Building Services Management (November 2023 Edition)
The November 2023 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "winter maintenance... for commercial properties" (P. 14-16), recent research from Tork showing "a link between clean, well-functioning workspaces and employee satisfaction" (P. 20-21), "how to keep temporary workers safe" (P. 22-23), and "four considerations" for cleaning small spaces in restrooms (P. 32-33).
Facility Productivity Strategies: Unleashed
This 61-minute ISSA webinar discusses "leveraging advanced strategies to enhance a facility’s productivity [to] lead to significant cost savings, increased occupant satisfaction, and heightened operational efficiencies."
Building Operating Management (September 2023 Edition)
The September 2023 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses emergency preparedness (P. 6-9), "how to improve the restroom experience" (P. 16-18), and "8 benefits of artificial intelligence in facility management" (P. 19-21).
Restroom Care Goes Smart: Increase Efficiency, Improve Hygiene, and Enhance User Experience
This 61-minute ISSA webinar discusses "internet-connected equipment and the actions involved in creating a smart restroom," "the most effective cleaning and inspection processes," "odor control tips," and "efficiency best practices that will enhance the restroom user’s experience."
Facility Management Journal (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of IFMA's FMJ magazine focuses on the theme of "technology." Topics discussed include: "Getting the most out of IoT [Internet of Things] in the workplace" (P. 26-31), the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) in facility management (P. 35-39), "how FMs can conquer digital transformation" (P. 42-45), "digital twins" for building operations" (P. 73-76), using technology to support a hybrid work model (P. 78-81), smart restroom technology (P. 98-100), and keeping as-built documentation up to date (P. 105-108).
Facility Maintenance Decisions (August 2023 Edition)
The August 2023 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses security in the context of facilities (P. 6-10), lessons learned since the COVID pandemic regarding HVAC upgrades for the purpose of improving indoor air quality (P. 12-14), adoption of "smart" restroom fixtures (P. 16-18), and "choosing the right sealants for parking garages" (P. 24-27).