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Dexterra & FSI Canada: A Partnership Taking FM to New Heights
Under growing pressure to drive efficiencies, push sustainability and maximize asset performance, embracing technology has become more and more pivotal to the work FMs do every day.
A place to call home: Help shape more resilient cities
2020 has taken our cities by surprise. Canadians are demanding productive, private, and personalized spaces to live, work, and play. The health and economic implications
Superior dispensers, superior protection with Cascades PRO
78% of Americans are concerned about touching surfaces in public restrooms during the coronavirus pandemic. And 67% mention paper towels as their preferred method of
Don’t Forget the Soap
The 2020 pandemic has turned a focus on hand hygiene, and while using hand sanitizer is important for preventing the spread of SARS-COV-2, it's critical to keep regular handwashing with soap in the mix.
A Shock of Life: Making AEDs more accessible
In a cardiac arrest, every moment counts. Promisingly, research shows that using an automated external defibrillator (AED) in conjunction with CPR within minutes of a
Scientists Recommend Drying with Paper Hand Towels
Drying your hands with paper hand towels is the most effective method for reducing the proliferation of bacteria among people.
Setting a new standard at Ken Soble Tower
With mechanical systems nearing end of life, inadequate ventilation and other issues, the 50-year Ken Soble Tower was in critical need of an upgrade.
A Property for All Seasons
It's important to determine a property's ability to withstand the elements before it's put to the test, yet many property managers and owners keep climate resiliency low on their list of priorities.
Plugging into the “smart city”
How can commercial property owners and managers “plug in” to the smart city revolution?
FirstOnSite’s 2018 in Review
2018 was a year of ever-increasing awareness for both companies like FirstOnSite and its clients due to disastrous weather causing emergency clean-up.
Building the Global Reputation of Facility Management
The need for quality facility management is pervasive with aspects that touch all our lives – both personal and professional and yet the biggest challenge the
The Realities of Healthcare Retrofits
In healthcare, patient comfort, staff schedules, health and safety standards, and critical equipment needs demand a tailored approach to every retrofit.
Keeping the Flames at Bay: Wildfire Prevention Tips for Property Managers
Wildfires in British Columbia, the US capital – and, indeed, around the world – have turned a red-hot spotlight on the risks of fire and
A New Age for Sustainable Projects
Industry trends point to a renewed focus on sustainable projects in development, both to the benefit of owner budgets and tenant comfort.
Measure by Measure to Cut Costs and Keep Property Owners Happy
Keeping tenants happy, buildings occupied, and property values high are top priorities for property management firms. In reality, that’s easier said than done – especially
Keeping Your Company Afloat After a Flood
Whether a result of global warming, urban expansion or inadequate city planning, the potential for water-related disasters like floods is real.
Clearing the Clutter: 5 Benefits to Eliminating your Paper
Cutting through clutter is key to making the most effective use of a property manager's time. While many solutions have promised to do just that, few are as effective as going digital.