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MIFM
43 New product and service launches and
company news from the FM industry.
Next Edition
With many commuters preferring to use their
cars rather than risk public transport, we take
a look at sustainable solutions, including end
of route facilities, organising car shares and
providing recharging facilities. We explore the
changes to engineering working methods in light
of coronavirus and the additional maintenance
requirements in supporting essential facilities,
including hospitals, data centres and laboratories.
The security sector has had to adjust hugely to
the current crisis; from meeting demand for
more security sta in public facing buildings
to higher numbers of security people guarding
empty buildings. Leading security specialists
reveal how they’re coping and explain how
technology can help.
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THIS MONTH...
NEWS & ANALYSIS CAFM
FMJ NEWS
06 This month’s summary of everything that has
hit the headlines in the FM sector.
ASSOCIATION NEWS
08 The latest news and views from RICS-IFMA
and IWFM.
EVENT REPORT
10 Navigating turbulent times was the theme
of this year’s virtual IWFM conference, which
took a big picture approach to the agenda.
ADVICE AND OPINION
COMPLIANCE
12 Our latest update from the experts at
Barbour.
COMMENT
14 Caterers’ and their clients’ mindsets
will need to change to meet long-term
workplace catering needs, argues Paul Smith,
Director at Montfort Consultants.
FAST FACTS
16 Ongoing research into how Covid-19
spreads has highlighted the potentially
important role that ventilation will play in helping
people to return to the workplace.
BLOG & SOCIAL MEDIA
18 Rory Murphy of VINCI Facilities on the
continued e ect the COVID pandemic is
having on our economy and sector.
FM CLINIC
20 With employee’s facing continued
disruption to their work and personal
lives due to COVID, what can be done to help
them develop their mental resilience in the face of
continued uncertainty?
32 The need for more stringent safety
measures and adhering to evolving
government guidance emphasises the need for
CAFM systems that can help manage this ra of
challenges.
CASE STUDY – M&E
36 The application of advanced mechanical
and electrical (M&E) solutions for
Richmond-upon-Thames College has helped deliver
an exemplary new learning environment.
LIGHTING FOCUS
40 The digitalisation
of emergency
lighting provides real-time
performance data to
help ensure regulatory
obligations are met and
safety is maintained.
41David Clements, Chief Executive of
FUTURE Designs explains how the careful
deployment of UV-C lighting, could be a highly
e ective way of keeping work spaces COVID-free.
HEALTH & SAFETY
42 Ian Stone, Director of asbestos consultancy,
Acorn Analytical Services, explains how
exciting new disposal methods for asbestos are
helping to save lives.
FEATURES
24
PEOPLE
51 Find out who’s moving where in the facilities
management profession.
RECRUITMENT
52 With the furlough scheme coming to an end
on October 31st, firms may be forced to
change their employment strategies. Karen Holden,
looks at the legal position and HR Director, Sarah
Perry explains how Sodexo is managing.
TRAINING
53 The hospitality sector has come together to
help maintain the training and development
of catering service workers adversely a ected by the
pandemic, reports Piers Zangana.
CAREER LADDER
54 This month we talk to Huw Thomas, Head
of Refurbishment, Maintenance, Energy &
Facilities Management, Whitbread Plc.
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INTERVIEW
24 Helen Strother talks to an interior design
and a communications expert to find out
more about the relationship between the digital and
physical workplace.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
28 The third waste and recycling survey by
FMJ and Grundon Waste management
reveals that once again waste management and
recycling is the sustainability priority for FMs.
FM CAREERS
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