Underused space does not always mean your portfolio is too large. See how CRE teams compare demand, cost, risk, and execution before making major decisions.
by Erin Sevitz on November 2, 2026
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How to fix maintenance contracts and service agreements
A signed contract does not guarantee reliable service. See how clearer workflows, performance records, and regular reviews help you hold providers accountable.
by Jonathan Davis on October 30, 2026
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Flex DC 2026 recap: Five insights for federal facilities leaders
Federal agencies face tighter utilization goals while managing underused space, aging assets, and incomplete data. Five Flex DC insights show where to focus.
by Mike Petrusky on October 29, 2026
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This month in FM trends: Turning operational insight into coordinated action
Connected records do not automatically produce coordinated decisions. Industry experts explain how planning, trusted data, and human judgment help teams act with confidence.
by Mike Petrusky on October 28, 2026
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Facility condition assessments for maintenance and capital planning
A list of building deficiencies does not create a capital plan. See how facility teams turn condition evidence into defensible maintenance and investment priorities.
by Jonathan Davis on October 27, 2026
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Beyond occupancy: New UK workplace insights for facilities teams
Facilities teams have more workplace data than ever, but forecasting future demand remains difficult. Explore how connected evidence can support better decisions about space, services, and portfolio strategy.
by Erin Sevitz on October 23, 2026
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Critical capabilities for visitor management system in connected enterprise operations
Digital check-in is only the beginning. See what separates an enterprise visitor management system from a tool that creates more work and fragmented data.
by Erin Sevitz on October 16, 2026
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Replacement asset value (RAV) for maintenance teams: From formula to investment decisions
A precise MC/RAV percentage can still mislead. See how consistent costs, current replacement values, and performance context turn it into a useful decision tool.
by Jonathan Davis on October 15, 2026
Build a facility maintenance plan teams can execute, measure, and improve
A maintenance schedule can look complete and still fail in practice. See how to connect priorities, resources, execution, and performance in one workable plan.
by Jonathan Davis on October 14, 2026
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How IT can coordinate contractor access across visitors, assets, spaces, and work
One approved contractor assignment can create conflicting permissions across workplace systems. See which capabilities help IT keep access aligned with the work.
by Erin Sevitz on October 13, 2026
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Sustainable maintenance that also protects uptime and asset life
More maintenance does not always create more value, but better asset decisions can reduce waste, protect uptime, and extend useful life.
by Jonathan Davis on October 9, 2026
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Workplace rollouts that stick: A framework for policy adoption
Learn how occupancy change management uses pilots, employee guidance, connected data, and review cycles to turn workplace policies into lasting habits.
by Erin Sevitz on October 8, 2026
