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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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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Catching the sun

Simon Bateman, Asset Manager at Lakeside North Harbour business campus on how meeting net zero can begin in the carpark As the effects of climate change intensify and the demand for cleaner, smarter ways of working grows, sustainability in the ...

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Practical path to decarbonisation

Tom Garrigan, Executive Director at BSRIA says combining accurate building data with occupant insights can deliver retrofit programmes that are evidence-based, cost-effective, and resilient With 85 per cent of the buildings that will be in use by 2050 already built, ...

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Key to success

The FM sector often complains it is not valued enough by the C suite, but Ian Meaden, Chief Operating Officer of EMCOR UK reminds Sara Bean how far the sector has come and why key account management has contributed to ...

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Leak seeking

Andrew Green, Thermography Business Development Manager for HIKMICRO explains how the use of smarter and faster AI-powered thermal imaging solutions helps identify water leaks Finding leaks, water ingress and faults is central to property management and maintenance as if spotted ...

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People, place, precision

FMJ visits Chelsea Harbour to discover how Q3 Services is working to deliver high-performance facilities management to this prestigious location. Madeleine Ford reports Chelsea Harbour is a landmark destination consisting of a seamless blend of luxury living, design-led retail and ...

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