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Documents to destroy in (mostly) paperless offices
Even as paperless offices become increasingly common, there remain everyday hard copy documents that should be destroyed to prevent fraud.
Five office hot spots for hidden germs
What are some overlooked sources of cross-contamination in the workplace? An expert identifies common culprits along with sanitation tips.
Bundling facilities management services
Why are many firms increasingly bundling outsourced services in the real estate and facilities management industry? Julie Sullivan shares her insights.
Five change management strategies to remember
What are change management strategies that leaders can use to transition a business to a desired future state? Meredith Thatcher explains.
Managing fit-out work in high-security facilities
What special considerations must be made when managing construction in high-security facilities? Daniel De Monte explains.
Improve waste diversion in the workplace
How can centralized recycling stations help improve waste diversion and streamline its collection? Gavin Bajin of ServiceMaster Canada explains.
Amenities to attract and retain employees
What amenities are companies integrating into the design of facilities to attract and retain employees? Inger Bartlett of Bartlett & Associates explains.
Extending office ergonomics to remote workers
How can organizations promote office ergonomics to employees working from home? Professional ergonomic consultant Aaron Miller explains.
Managing the disposal of confidential documents
How can facility managers ensure the secure disposal of confidential documents? Ron Wretham of Investigative Solutions Network explains.
5 tips for creating effective occupant surveys
What are the elements of an effective occupant survey? Michel Theriault of Strategic Advisor offers his expert advice.
Can peer pressure promote water efficiency?
What lessons can facility managers glean from California's recent behavioural water efficiency program? Klaus Reichardt of Waterless Co. explains.
Strategically scheduling lease verification
When is the best time to perform a lease verification? Wendy J. Burgess of Ellington Tenant and Facilities Services offers her expert advice.
Managing asbestos during tenant fit-outs
What are the requirements for managing asbestos during tenant fit-outs? Daniel De Monte of the Flat Iron Building Group explains.
Transitioning to an outsourced service provider
What can a buyer organization do to smooth the transition to an outsourced service provider? Julie Sullivan of KPMG's advisory practice explains.
Scheduling elevator maintenance inspections
How often should elevator maintenance inspections be undertaken? Ray Eleid of Solucore Inc. offers his expert opinion.
Calling in external consultants
What should a facility manager expect from a consultant during a capital project? Georgina Voultsos of Buchan, Lawton, Parent Ltd. Consulting Engineers explains.
How lease verification can lead to rent savings
What exactly is lease verification? Wendy Burgess of Ellington Tenant and Facilities Services explains how the process may lead to future rent savings.
