…equipment health to financial outcomes through scrap and rework costs Present OEE as a single composite score with drill-down capability. When leadership sees OEE trending downward, they understand that either…
by Jonathan Davis on April 6, 2026
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From “shadow AI” to shared standards: How IT can empower workplace teams to use AI responsibly
…work. Research from MIT’s State of AI in Business 2025 found that while only 40% of companies have purchased official AI subscriptions, workers from over 90% of companies report regular…
by Erin Sevitz on April 15, 2026
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Inventory and warranty management: Supply chain resiliency strategies for volatile times
…scheduling work. Your procurement teams avoid duplicate orders and consolidate purchases across locations. The case is long-established: in a 2013 survey of 149 companies with global supply chains, organizations with…
by Jonathan Davis on April 29, 2026
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The Pros and Cons of Hybrid Workplaces
…specific benefits that make hybrid workplaces a long-term prospect for today’s dynamic workforce: Offers the best of both on-site and off-site accessibility for employees Improves flexibility, agility, and optionality of…
by Jonathan Davis on March 23, 2021
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How activity-based work environments fit into our new world of work
…number of people on-site comply with social distancing practices. Pre-screening health questionnaires: If a visitor or an employee is supposed to arrive at the office, send a digital health questionnaires…
by Jonathan Davis on March 3, 2024
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3 key safety steps that accompany facility managers’ evolving roles
…systems. Prior to arrival, employees, visitors, and contractors can be pre-registered to arrive on-site via the right solution. Admins can send these individuals health questionnaires, important information about on-site protocols…
by Jonathan Davis on August 30, 2024
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Where does visitor management fit into your business plan
…alternatives are available if primary systems fail. Data Backup and Security: Implement secure off-site backups to protect sensitive company data. Alternative Work Arrangements: Develop contingency plans that allow employees to…
by Jonathan Davis on June 23, 2024
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The future of worktech: More connected, informed, and intelligent
…proactive work order. So, if they’re assigned maintenance on a pump, they arrive on site with the associated gauges, tools, seals, and sealant. Our new features will include parts kitting,…
by Erin Sevitz on May 8, 2025
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Maintaining Facility Security During the Holiday Season
…one of the most challenging periods for maintaining site security. Across the globe, property crimes spike during the holidays as buildings sit emptier, staff rotations change, and deliveries surge. Add…
by Amanda Meade on November 17, 2025
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What’s the Industrial Automation Journey—and How to Master It
…risk Use automation to reduce complexity, not add to it. Connected capabilities streamline maintenance, inspections, inventory, and reporting across sites Align automation initiatives with business outcomes. Executives should prioritize uptime,…
by Jonathan Davis on December 18, 2025
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How to streamline your FM software selection shortlist before the demos
…to asset histories designed for FM professionals working across multiple sites. How does the system facilitate communication and collaboration between technicians, facility managers, and other stakeholders across different sites within…
by Erin Sevitz on December 23, 2025
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Best practices for asset vendor management: Improve service quality and accountability
For facility managers overseeing multi-site operations, vendor coordination takes too much time away from more strategic initiatives. Email chains, invoice reconciliation, chasing documentation, and managing vendor relationships through disconnected systems…
by Jonathan Davis on March 12, 2026