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Facility Executive (September 2026 Edition)
The September 2026 edition of the Facility Executive magazine focuses on the theme of "safety and security." Topics discussed include: Preparing a facility for AI adoption (P. 6-8), "the practical role of AI in fire protection" (P. 12-13), the usage of autonomous mowers for grounds maintenance (P. 14-15), "strategic security upgrades for aging infrastructure" (P. 20-21), "building security ecosystems" (P. 24-25), and "the role of exterior pest prevention" (P. 32-33).
Why Building Maintenance Teams Keep Fixing the Same Problems
Buildings.com article on dealing with "recurring maintenance issues" in facility management (and the importance of recordkeeping and interoperability of data sources for preventive maintenance)
Good AI Comes From Good Data: Without data discipline, even the smartest AI is bound to fail
IFMA FMJ article on why "data [is] the real AI bottleneck" regarding the adoption of AI and automation "in maintenance and asset management" (and what organizations could do "before investing in AI")
Building Operating Management (July / August 2026 Edition)
The July / August 2026 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses "IAQ management" (P. 4-5), security camera upgrades for the Portland Public Schools system in Oregon (P. 6-8), usage of AI for predictive maintenance (P. 10-12), "designing for accessibility" for "neurodivergent employees" (P. 14-16), and the "rent vs. buy" decision for equipment (P. 18).
How Facility Manager’s Workflows Have Changed in the Technology Age
FacilitiesNet article on "how AI and soft skills are reshaping facilities management and making education and training more vital than ever"
Foundational Success: Improving CMMS data quality
IFMA FMJ article on how to ensure "quality property-level data" when using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) in facility management
Facility Maintenance Decisions (February / March 2026 Edition)
The February / March 2026 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses possible applications of AI in facility management (P. 4-5), usage of CMMS data for "maximizing performance" within the Baltimore City Public Schools system (P. 6-8), "panic system preparedness" (P. 10-12), and fire safety (P. 17-19).
Building Operating Management (November 2025 Interactive Edition)
The November 2025 interactive edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses "how smart sensors and connected systems are changing the way facility managers work every day" (P. 2), WELL certification at the Student Health Care Center of the University of Florida (P. 6-8), "how to mitigate and manage flooding" (P. 9), and "how to leverage CMMS in capital planning" (P. 26-27).
Facility Maintenance Decisions (November / December 2025 Edition)
The November / December 2025 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses ISO standards for facility management (P. 4-5), roof coating applications (P. 10-12), usage of "light construction equipment" for grounds maintenance and their safety considerations (P. 14-16), and adoption of CMMS systems in K-12 school districts for managing facility maintenance (P. 17-19).
Sensor Fatigue: When Too Much Data Becomes a Problem
Buildings.com article on "the critical importance of quality over quantity" regarding sensor data in smart buildings
Building Operating Management (September 2025 Edition)
The September 2025 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses using "facilities data" for management purposes (P. 12-14), "smart" fire protection systems (P. 15-17), solar projects at the Catholic University of America (CUA) in Washington, D.C. (P. 18-20), and the NFMT Remix 2025 conference in Orlando, FL (P. 24).
Facility Executive (August 2025 Edition)
The August 2025 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses "how modern CMMS platforms can be the key to optimizing workplace efficiency for employees and maintenance teams" (P. 6-7), the usage of IoT (Internet of Things) technology in "groundskeeping and outdoor maintenance equipment" (P. 10-12), a "layered approach" to cybersecurity (P. 14-16), and "how facility managers can avoid greenwashing" in its sustainability claims (P. 27-29).