Building Operating Management
Specific Strategies to Right-Size Real EstateFrom shifting dedicated conference rooms to "multi-purpose space" to making use of video-conferencing technology, facility managers should consider several strategies to ensure office space is the right size for their organization.

Building Operating Management
Two Case Studies Show Benefits of Right-Sizing Office SpaceThese two real-world examples show how organizations are using office space to encourage collaboration, promote productivity, and plan for the future.


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Getting A Grip On Slips, Trips And Falls

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HVAC: Diagnosing Energy WasteSmart building controls enable managers and technicians to uncover and address energy waste in HVAC systems.

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BIM Collaboration: How to Get All Parties on the Same PageContractors, engineers, and the owner's representative must collaborate at specific stages of design and construction to help ensure a smooth process.

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Legionnaires: City Lags in HVAC System Inspections

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Paint Overspray Mars Buildings, Vehicles




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The Nature of a REIT Means Challenges to Sustainability SuccessTo overcome these pressures and to pursue sustainability pilots in areas like health, biodiversity, and others, Neff launched the Kilroy Innovation Lab.

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Roofing Myths Busted: InstallationCan a new roof always be installed over an existing? Can wet insulation be re-used? These and are roofing questions answered.

Building Operating Management
Roofing Myths Busted: Inspections and MaintenanceHow often should you do roof inspections? How frequently do new roofs require maintenance?

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Resources Target Rooftop Unit Efficiency

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University Replaces Roof on Historic Hall

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Medical Center Design Focuses on Seniors




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Making the Most of BIM: Clash Detection and ReportingWith BIM, careful coordination between contractor and engineer can make clash detection easier and therefore accelerate the rest of the project.

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Modern Buildings - The Convergence of Physical and Digital Security, Smart Technologies and FM


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Contracting a Demand Response Provider To HelpMany facilities can cut 5 percent or more from their demand with no capital investment. But an audit of loads is required, and a demand response provider can help.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and the End-of-Life DecisionManagers deciding whether to repair or replace a boiler need to gather, analyze and present solid data to make a smart decision

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Data Centers: Microsoft’s Underwater Project

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Earthquakes Pose Real Threat to Buildings




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3 Smart Strategies for Using Analytics in Smart BuildingsKeep things simple, build a team, and specifically define goals: All musts for success in analytics.

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Cool Schools, Student Performance Linked: Study

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Recall: LED Tube Lamp Poses Electrocution Hazard

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Hospitals Upgrade Facilities To Withstand Tornadoes




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Understand Energy and Water Performance Scores in LEED v4.1The way facility managers calculate their minimum water and energy performance scores has changed in LEED v4.1. Here's what you need to know.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Types of Mowers: A Closer LookGrounds managers trying to match new mowing equipment to their organizations’ turf care needs must look into an array of factors.

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Plumbing Renovations at Notre Dame Stadium Target Aesthetics and HygieneTackling plumbing upgrades at Notre Dame Stadium benefits water conservation, sustainability and the user experience

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Greener Than Green: Passive House Building Planned for Chicago

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ADA: University Addresses Lawn Accessibility

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Multipurpose Spaces Highlight New Houston Law Offices




Building Operating Management
Defining the Discretionary Effort Leadership ModelThe discretionary effort leadership model is based on the famous Maslow pyramid — a hierarchy of needs and priorities.

Building Operating Management
Using Discretionary Effort Leadership to Help Unlock Employee PotentialA hallmark of the discretionary effort leadership model is bringing out the best of employees.