Andrew Hulbert of Pareto FM, and the new Chair of IWFM found inspiration in the ideas from future FM leaders undertaking the Capstone Innovation programme What will facilities management look like in 2050 and beyond? What kind of environments will ...
Read More »Lift alarms at risk? O2 2G roaming ends this October
An interview with Matthew Davies, Business Development Manager, Digital & Services, MEMCO by AVIRE From October 2025, Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) will end inbound roaming access to its 2G network. While the headline may sound technical, the implications for building ...
Read More »Greenwashed and overlooked: Why cleaning deserves a closer look in your ESG strategy
By Georgia Jordan, Content Writer at Biological Preparations Ethical consumerism is now influencing B2B purchasing, with buyers expecting genuine action not only in a business’ own operations but also across its value chain. ESG reporting (Environmental, Social and Governance) has ...
Read More »Waste management in commercial facilities
Kim Ormsby, Assistant Director of Anenta with advice on the effect of Government’s new processes to reduce waste and increase recycling rates on commercial premises As part of the 2021 Environment Act, everyone will be required to separate food waste ...
Read More »Space savers
Space efficiency is becoming a critical FM lever for enhanced energy management. Stefania Vatidis, Strategist at workplace technology solutions provider HubStar explains how With energy prices on a volatile upward trend and environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets growing increasingly ...
Read More »The role of technological innovation in helping FMs achieve their sustainability goals
According to the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) as the sector works towards meeting sustainability targets and net zero commitments, the need for evidence-based approaches has never been more critical. What role do you believe technological innovation will ...
Read More »AI – friend and foe
AI can provide organisations with increased efficiency and productivity, enhanced decision making and cost savings. But there are risks. Andy Compton, CEO Cortida explains what these are and how to retain control Organisations around the globe are embracing AI technologies ...
Read More »Invisible restoration
The most sustainable building is the one that already exists says Adrian Attwood ACR, Chairman, DBR, an expert on heritage conservation in live public spaces When Notre-Dame’s spire collapsed into flames in April 2019, I watched the news coverage with ...
Read More »Beyond the signs
Safety signage isn’t the only way to promote health and safety. Effective communication of all types is crucial for workplace safety says Phil Pinnington, Head of Audit & Consultancy, British Safety Council Facilities managers play a critical role in not ...
Read More »Beyond the trap
Richard Jones, Managing Director, SWC & Pest Divisions at OCS UK explores the latest innovations driving change in pest control The scope of pest control is expanding thanks to technological advancements and changing attitudes around animal welfare and sustainability. It ...
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