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Moving toward green data centers
Facility Management Journal
Data centers are a critical part of today's business infrastructure. So, how can you make sure that the systems they house are properly supported while minimizing energy usage and costs? Moving toward green data centers requires a complete mindset shift in how organizations design, build, operate and maintain these assets.
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Forget big data for FM decisions — Start with little data instead
Managing The Built Environment
You've probably heard about big data. That's what your credit card company collects, Google has and even your grocery store uses.
For facilities management, it's best to start smaller.
How to keep guestroom refrigerators efficient and clean
Hotel Management
Guests are paying more attention to the guestroom refrigerators, and so should hotels. That means more and closer inspections by housekeeping and, in some properties, engineering. "Obviously we all want to say we’ve been taking great care of our refrigerators for years, but some need a closer look than others," said Jayne Barrett, GM of the DoubleTree Suites Boston. Barrett's property has weekly inspections of guestroom devices and fixtures from the hotel's engineering staff, and that includes refrigerators.
Facilities management teams need tools that serve more than one purpose
iOffice
Much like their predecessors, today's facilities manager has many elements to juggle for transforming the workspace into one that is both productive and inspiring — a place the workforce looks forward to returning to each day. Emerging and existing technology has delivered an incredible amount of options for workplace tools, each with their own set of values and contributions.
How to evict 5 pests that love your facility in wintertime
BUILDINGS
Don't let your facility be overrun by pests in the wintertime. Use these quick tips to knock them out fast.
Rigorous approach to outsourcing can pay off in facility management choice
FacilitiesNet
Peak value service contracts, as shown by the experience of Delphi Automotive Systems, focus on processes and outcomes providing a rigorous method of selecting a facility management service provider. Service contracts, after all, are lifeblood for facility operations. In- or outsourced, consolidated or dispersed, every model for facility operations relies on service contracts for special skills and technologies, for responding to acute conditions, and for value-added supplies and services.
Just how safe are electronic locks?
Today's Facility Manager
There's no question that electronic locks are a popular choice for many applications. Most install easily, require no wiring, and are compatible with existing hardware. Access can be approved or limited with a few keystrokes. But can facility managers rely on their security? The short answer is yes, but just like all other security products, you have to consider all the variables and know what steps to take to ensure you identify the best solution for your needs.
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Open plenum ceilings pose acoustical challenges
FacilitiesNet
When considering interior design choices for office spaces, especially when dreaming up ways to attract and retain the newest generation of workers, the image that pops to mind is the high-tech warehouse look, in which an open plenum factors heavily. The space is left open to the deck, exposing joists and ductwork. It looks young and on-trend. The acoustical challenges aren't necessarily a consideration.
Green building market study shows 250 percent growth in alternative rating systems
Today's Facility Manager
The Green Building Initiative (GBI) notes the key findings of the just released biennial Green Building Market Barometer by Turner Construction. Turner's 2014 Green Building Market Barometer shows that interest in Green Globes and other alternative building rating systems is up 250 percent in two years since 2012.
Top 10 smart building myths, busted
Intelligent Building Today
In most buildings, we can demonstrate a strong business case for strategic investments in smart building systems and management technologies. Not everyone is aware that the tremendous advantages of today's affordable smart building management technologies easily justify the cost.
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