by Gary | Oct 10, 2018 | Technology
It’s no secret that technology is making building operations more efficient than ever. But checking boxes, filling in blank fields, and circling your selection on paper log sheets is still standard practice when performing building inspections and rounds. And it works...
by Gary | Aug 29, 2018 | Technology
FM professionals tell us all the time that they “don’t want to deal with implementing software for some new system.” Having been through FM software implementation on the client side…I don’t blame them. It’s downright traumatic. I’ve been on facilities...
by Gary | Jul 18, 2018 | Technology
When it comes to implementing new technology, is “my data won’t be safe” the new “dog ate my homework”? Many facility maintenance pros aren’t convinced that building inspections data collected on a mobile device is secure. I encounter engineers who still believe paper...
by Gary | Mar 26, 2018 | Technology
Are you sure you want to replace that equipment? Is it truly beyond repair? Replacing tired looking equipment when your system malfunctions or breaks down can seem like a great idea. However, with proper maintenance and maybe the addition of some modern engineering...
by Bradley Short | Dec 16, 2016 | Technology
Technology continues to drive big changes in every industry, and facility maintenance is no exception. With increasing focus on BMS/BAS programs and sensors, as well as more connected equipment, it can be hard to tell where engineers and operators – the people...
by Bradley Short | Apr 13, 2016 | Technology
Last week, one of our clients shared a great note with us about how meaningful record-keeping helped him out. This client, a VP of Operations for a national water treatment company, was in a regular meeting with his stakeholders, when he was surprised with a deluge of...