The pandemic has changed forever the ways we occupy our commercial spaces. A combination of modern technology and better tenant relationships can ensure efficiency in the flexible future. For much of last year, there was a period when virtually nobody was in offices or shopping centres. And we may continue to see such lockdowns regularly. It was, and remains, a challenge for the facilities,
Read full articleBreathe Easy Inside: Adios Indoor Air Pollution As Aussies, we see ourselves as outdoor people, but the truth is, we spend 90% of our time indoors. Given the vast proportion of time we spend inside, indoor air pollution is a serious health concern. According to WHO – a shocking 4.3 million people die every year due to indoor air pollution. In many cases – this is avoidable.
Read full articleThe knowledge, efficiency, safety and financial benefits unlocked by today’s professional audits are too great for facility managers to pass up. Why do you need to know your buildings’ assets? In a 2020 survey conducted in partnership with FM Magazine, readers listed energy management as their number one challenge. Budgetary pressure and extending asset life came in a close second and third, r
Read full articleWhy Do You Need To Maintain Your Cooling Water System? 2021 has seen a rise in Legionnaires’ disease, with 17 cases throughout Sydney and the Illawarra in January alone. In response, NSW Health has encouraged building owners to closely monitor the maintenance of their air conditioning systems. The Public Health Regulation 2012 requires owners to service their cooling towers frequently. The d
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