As temperatures drop, buildings are vulnerable to pests looking for food and shelter from the outdoor elements.

Hallmark Housekeeping Services Senior VP Chris King discusses how technology can help ease the labour burden – as part of a multifaceted approach

Research found cyber attackers increased their targeting of internet-connected OT devices by 2,204% between January and September 2021.

A building service contractor and property management discussion on the present and the future was a cornerstone of the 2022 ISSA Show Canada program.

Inflation, in combination with tight labour markets, is compounding the rising wages in the frontline service workforce.

Water creates levels of risk throughout all stages of a building’s life cycle and is a major cause of loss during and after construction.

Social distancing and reduced capacities have emboldened pests and created additional challenges for facilities.

Facility managers and BSCs are reassessing how they maintain safe office environments. Keeping best practices in mind is vital.

Controlling indoor air quality is vital to reducing infection risk and improving health and safety in any facility.

When planning and executing renovations, your pest management provider should be seen as a partner throughout the entire process.

About 85 per cent of waste from Ontario's businesses, public institutions, residential buildings with six or more units and construction/demolition sites ends up in landfill, including a vast amount of recyclable material.

Making buildings smarter could force some aesthetic trade-offs in commercial buildings as 5G services begin arriving on the mid-band and high-band of the spectrum.

From now on, companies will distinguish themselves by the enhanced experience they are able to offer their employees who take the time and effort to travel to the office.

Pandemic paperwork is becoming more voluminous for commercial landlords as a growing list of influential tenants ask for proof that building personnel have two valid COVID-19 vaccinations.

Many commercial real estate operators are making the simple business case for buildings that are functional for all potential users. It’s a quest that can begin with simple investigations, simple low-cost measures and simple mindfulness.

Three key lessons for making buildings energy- and carbon-efficient and healthy.

Recognizing the dangers of combustible dust accumulations will help to ensure the prevention of explosions.