Management
Does smart washroom technology cause privacy issues?
The proliferation of washroom technology is creating something of a new standard for facilities, but it has faced criticism.
Updating facility security in a post-COVID era
A former counterterrorism expert explains some steps that can be taken to enhance facility security.
Manulife is raising standards in real estate
Enhancing cleaning, disinfection, and communication is critically important within real estate at a time when health and safety is top of mind.
Facility managers vastly increase hand sanitizer stations
The trend has been most notable in office, industrial, and foodservice facilities, finds a GP PRO survey.
Investing in the workplace growing more pivotal
Carefully crafting an inclusive workplace response, requiring integration of people programs, implementing technology tools and systems, all accelerate business outcomes.
Tackling rodent infestation in facilities
Facility managers and maintenance staff must deal with rodents that spread viruses that can cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome.
Preparing facilities for wildfires
Around 8,000 wildfires burn a total land area about half the size of Nova Scotia in Canada each year.
Experience ValkarTech’s expertise
ValkarTech is a consulting firm specializing in hygiene and sanitation and the assessment of janitorial services in various environments and settings.
How to optimize building technology management
Leveraging appropriate service technology and integrated service tools can ensure buildings are safe and properly maintained.
Pandemic intensifies evolving role of FM
Facility managers are no longer viewed as a back-office function, but rather “a strategic instrument to attract and retain talent and create a great experience,”
Bell Centre becomes first Canadian hockey arena to achieve GBAC STAR accreditation
The home of the Montreal Canadiens is the latest notable milestone for the program in Canada.
A year like no other for campus cleaning
Large-scale post-secondary campuses hold an almost incomprehensibly wide range of cleaning and maintenance challenges.
Combatting Legionnaires’ disease in water restoration jobs
Legionella is a type of bacterium found naturally in freshwater environments, making it a critical consideration on water restoration projects.
CDC highlights concerns over disinfectant use
The CDC notes the chances of being infected by COVID-19 by touching contaminated surfaces are "generally less than one in 10,000."
Blocking the flushing of PPE
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a notable and problematic increase in PPE being flushed into sewer systems.
COVID-19 and HVAC systems
Cleaning and disinfecting HVAC air conveyance systems has never been more critical.
Shoring up water conservation practices
In preparation for World Water Day, here are five water conservation tips for facility managers and service providers.
