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Top 16 technical terms every facilities manager should know

Technical tools are rapidly expanding their role in the facility manager’s daily lives, pushing their importance into the spotlight more than ever before. We thought it would be helpful to comprise a list of the top technical terms that every facility manager should be familiar with, along with an explanation as to its position in […]

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6 things facilities managers must do to land their next job

Today we start our week-long series focusing on how to land a job in the Facilities Management field. Whether you are just entering the job market for the first time, or searching for that next position to advance your career, many FMs will be searching for a job this summer. Use these tips and resources

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How much does space utilization software cost?

So, you’re considering making an investment in Space Utilization Software but you find yourself asking where and how you get started? The company executives will undoubtedly have lots of questions; most importantly—“How much will the cost add to our bottom line?” To determine if this software is a good fit for your organization and is

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New technology heals problems left behind by old iwms system (case study)

FBL Financial Group was experiencing rapid growth and expansion, which is usually great news. However, their outdated IWMS platform was the cause of many issues and was not keeping the flow of incoming employees and changing offices properly organized.  The iOffice IWMS software helped sort through the confusion. 

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A great workplace leader knows when (and how) to let someone go

Every great workplace leader will tell you they are only as good as the team of individuals they surround themselves with. This means building a solid team, one comprised of various characteristics that all complement each other. As the facilities manager, the strength of your team is of the utmost importance. Throughout your career, you

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