Taking advantage of training resources and adapting to emerging challenges can help FM professionals navigate the ever-changing landscape of the industry. Madeleine Ford asks the experts where to begin The facilities management industry is dynamic and fast evolving, meaning the ...

Stuart Conroy, Commercial Director of Peartree Cleaning Services on how the rise in Employers National Insurance Contributions in April will impact the commercial cleaning industry The increase in Employers National Insurance Contributions (ENICs), which are due to come into force ...

By Richard Ganeshmoorthy, Director Urban Studio In the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 in West London, there was a significant shift in building safety regulations in the United Kingdom. The tragedy highlighted the urgent need for stringent ...

Efficient water management has become increasingly more important in the UK, particularly in commercial settings, with the Environment Agency warning of potential water shortages in England by 2050 This World Water Day (22 March), Angela Nilsson, Divisional Managing Director (Service) ...

Whether new to the profession, working as the client-side FM or for a services provider, according to L&D experts, joining a networking group is a valuable way to exchange ideas and hear from different perspectives. What advice would you give ...

As duty holders under the Building Safety Act, FMs face increased responsibilities for overseeing lift safety and ensuring compliance with enhanced regulatory frameworks. LIFTEX Event Director Oliver Greening explains With increasing scrutiny from regulatory bodies and stricter building safety requirements, ...

A cornerstone of grounds maintenance is ensuring all the pathways, patios and driveways are kept clean and safe. Martin Beaumont of Monty Miracle looks at how you can maintain and protect these surfaces all year round Grounds maintenance is about ...

Clifford Huntley, Research and Development Director at Solspan, part of Kensington Systems, on the practical steps FMs can take to meet the solar revolution and contribute to a sustainable future The goal of meeting a zero-carbon future is increasingly being ...

Matt Hellicar, Director of Operations & Energy, Platinum Facilities outlines the benefits of digitising the maintenance process to enhance energy efficiency in buildings Understanding asset hierarchy and the maintenance regimes that are applied is essential when deploying digital maintenance practices ...

A shortage of skills in FM is creating huge pressures to prioritise tasks, meet compliance deadlines and ensure preventative maintenance targets are achieved. Esther Coleman, Senior Product Manager at Idox believes enhancing CAFM with AI can begin to bridge the ...