Innovation in digital twin technology— virtual representations of physical objects—has the potential to create operationally rich, continuous data feeds across workplace, asset, and inventory systems.

A pressing issue facing facility managers is the crucial impact that barrier-free accessibility can have on a strategic renewal plan.

There are so many innovative ways to use surveillance technology and equipment beyond traditional security.

Air exchanges and mechanical systems that were sufficient when buildings were constructed may be considered undersized today, allowing fertile ground for mould growth.

Research found cyber attackers increased their targeting of internet-connected OT devices by 2,204% between January and September 2021.

AFFLINK's Safety Supply Checklist outlines eight essentials for facility managers and workers.

Historically, there have been two strategies to address the safety concerns with using UV-C light to disinfect air in occupied spaces.

Schools should implement these layered prevention strategies to mitigate the risks of COVID infection or transmission to the school community and beyond.

Through the doors of Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, the first hospital to ever rise in Vaughan, Ontario, life’s health challenges are met with comfort, safety and lots of natural light.

Every team should create a checklist, and then continually review their internal systems—floor by floor—to reveal any possible failure points.

As employees eventually return to the office, most will bring with them a heightened sensitivity to their surroundings—specifically to what they touch and their proximity to coworkers.

Newly released guidelines offer a standard for approaching the planning and designing of healthcare facilities from a resiliency perspective.

With fire equipment, the biggest culprit for non-compliance issues usually involves obstructions blocking fire extinguishers and hoses from view.

The pandemic is pushing people to reconsider their post-work-life ambitions.

At last, our buildings are ready to catch up with the conveniences and expectations that future users have come to expect in the 21st century—and COVID has been the much-needed accelerant for this transformation in the building industry.

The idea of creating inclusive community hubs—where people of all ages and abilities can gather together—is gaining significant momentum.

Yorkdale is the latest Canadian facility to achieve the certification, which indicates that best infection prevention practices are in place.