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The trainer’s perspective

In-centre, on-site or remote training? Gary Cooper, MD, PPL Training assesses the different styles of training delivery When it comes to competency training for engineers and facilities staff, the importance of real-world scenario based training and hands-on practical experience can ...

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Green horizons

Catherine Wheatley, Head of Energy Services, Mitie says AI will play a major role in supporting the FM sector’s green agenda this year As King Charles put it when addressing world leaders at COP28, now is the time for ‘transformational ...

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Green washrooms

Paul Mulready, Marketing Manager at Northwood Hygiene Products offers advice on how to factor sustainability into running a washroom To lower the carbon footprint of a washroom, we need to consider a multitude of factors, such as reducing energy or ...

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A shift in modern working behaviours can be used to improve inclusivity

Chris Jay, Managing Director of Bascule Disability Training For many businesses the home working revolution is coming to an end, with several already demanding that staff return to the office. Interestingly, not all businesses are using the stick approach. Some ...

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An FM provider can make accreditation and auditing smoother

Company audits, whether for health and safety, compliance or accreditation for ISO or other standards are a vital part of the FM remit. Richard Theobold, Operations Director at Precision FM explains how an FM provider can help simplify the accreditation ...

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Taking the temperature

Jason Webb, Managing Director, Electronic Temperature Instruments on the importance of precision temperature control in maintaining vital assets Precision temperature control is a critical element in laboratories and research facilities, where breakthroughs in scientific research, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare rely on ...

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A different sort of hybrid

Nigel Dews, MD, Restore Records Management explains why hybrid storage systems offer a pragmatic approach to digital transformation in facilities management In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the pressure to embrace digital transformation and reduce paper usage is ever-present. The ...

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Changing places

Stewart McGillivray, from Guardian Water Treatment, looks at the changing face of UK commercial buildings and what needs to be considered to keep HVAC safe, efficient and operational Post-pandemic, the face of the working world has changed forever. Total home ...

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Artificial intelligence continues to overhaul facilities management

By Ben Yexley, Head of Business Development at askporter, shares his reflections on facilities management in 2023, and looks at some predictions for 2024. Innovative technology has become a main conversation point across the facilities management sector in 2023. With ...

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Sound energy

Despite the push for more ‘in person’ working styles, many office spaces still struggle with persistent and overbearing ‘noise’. Ben Hancock, MD at Oscar Acoustics, explains how acoustic sound sprays can help manage the next phase of office working A ...

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