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Chillers, boilers, and other major building equipment don’t have a permanent identity the way a car has a VIN—and over time, this can cause problems. Persistent identity helps establish a consistent reference.
Computerized maintenance management systems record what happens—but they don’t give systems a permanent identity, like a car’s VIN. Here’s why that matters and what you can do...
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How much is your HVAC running after everyone goes home?
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Looking down into “The Hub,” visitors walk on permeable paving and can enjoy expanded green space that allows water to infiltrate the ground directly. These sustainable strategies controlled onsite and downstream flooding while fulfilling a community need for a safe community space.
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Discover how agentic AI is transforming real estate operations — from automating tenant communications and maintenance to reshaping entire business models. Learn what leading ...
April 20, 2026
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May 7, 2026
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Could inexpensive janitorial products be sabotaging your maintenance budget?
March 27, 2026
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Unlock the hidden value in your existing facilities with modern 3D reality capture workflows that replace outdated drawings and guesswork with accurate, decision-ready data. Join...
March 24, 2026

Podcast

Videos

EcoStruxure Foresight - the operations platform for the built environment | Schneider Electric
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Discover an AI-powered operations platform unifying energy, power and buildings for smarter, more resilient performance.
May 1, 2026
Explore the Light + Building Show with BUILDINGS
Janelle Penny, Editor-in-Chief of BUILDINGS, offers an exclusive preview of the 2026 Light + Building Show in Frankfurt, highlighting key innovations and trends in lighting and...
March 12, 2026

Building Systems/O&M

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NFPA 70B now requires documented electrical maintenance programs. What does that mean for you? This episode of the Buildings Podcast reviews what facility leaders need to know...
June 15, 2026
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Windows that change states in response to light levels and temperature are an effective way to reduce HVAC load and energy spending—but how do they work? Check out our guide.
June 3, 2026
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You can’t see your building’s digital experience, but it might be the most important amenity you have. Here’s why.
June 1, 2026
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The sounds of collaboration, keyboard clatter, and other office noise can actually be a good thing—they make an office feel vibrant.
What makes an office vibrant—and how can you make sure your space has the right level of noise? Consider these three takeaways from Ark Research Lab.
May 29, 2026

Smart Buildings

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Organizations are increasingly deploying Internet of Things devices, but fully realizing the benefits of smart buildings requires rethinking the way we build IoT ecosystems. Here...
April 24, 2026
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Discover how open standards and AI are transforming smart building management by consolidating siloed data, enabling predictive insights, and paving the way for fully autonomous...
April 21, 2026
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The integration of smart tech with green building certifications ensures continuous validation, reducing risks, and boosting long-term business value.
April 14, 2026
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Are you using your CMMS just for work orders, or is it driving organizational change?
Using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) can help you manage your teams more easily—but only if the team commits to operational change. Here’s what you need to...
March 6, 2026

Resiliency & Sustainability

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Think you know a lot about the SITES certification program? Take our free quiz and see what you remember!
June 9, 2026
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Before you build, compare. Today’s building owners and facility managers face a high-stakes question: how do you choose plumbing materials that are durable, sustainable,...
June 1, 2026
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Retaining walls may not be adequate for current weather and soil conditions.
Aging retaining walls built decades ago may not be able to withstand today’s intense storms. Planning for resilience and updating drainage can help avoid a costly failure—here...
May 11, 2026
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Owned and operated by Hudson Square Properties—a joint venture of Hines, Trinity Church Wall Street, and Norges Bank Investment Management—345 Hudson occupies an entire city block between King and Charlton Streets and serves as a case study for low-carbon retrofits in the New York market.
A new report from the Rocky Mountain Institute, CBRE, and the Urban Land Institute defines principles to build decarbonization and sustainability efforts into planning, on your...
May 8, 2026

Safety & Security

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Technology is enabling the transition to a more centralized security approach that provides unified oversight while still leveraging local responders on the ground.
Security response is often fragmented and involves multiple responders. This model is hard to sustain, especially for facility managers, who own what happens after the alarm goes...
June 1, 2026
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Smart technologies are becoming part of everyday building operations—and they’re also introducing unique vulnerabilities that your IT team may have overlooked. This session at...
May 20, 2026
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These cars in Minneapolis were damaged during a riot in summer 2020.
Do you have a plan for what to do before, during, and after riots or major protests? A panel at the upcoming 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo will explore how to perfect...
May 6, 2026
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Impersonation enabled by artificial intelligence—also known as “deepfakes”—are more than an IT problem. They’re a major risk to the workflows that keep your buildings running....
May 4, 2026

Products

Schneider Electric
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This digital-first service combines 24/7 monitoring, AI-driven analytics, and on-site technicians to keep buildings running smoothly.
June 12, 2026
HALCON
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Featuring desks, storage, and more, this collection can be used for private offices and open-plan or conference environments.
June 12, 2026
Duravit
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Inspired by water-worn stones, the toilet is sustainably produced and rinses the bowl with less water per flush than other toilets.
June 12, 2026
Chicago Faucets
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This plate minimizes the need for wall reconstruction during valve replacements and eliminates the need for facility managers to do complex tile patching.
June 12, 2026

Industry News

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Can bringing in third-party facility management providers help solve recruiting challenges for in-house FM teams? Quinn Heimann of Aerotek joins the Buildings Podcast to offer...
June 8, 2026
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Mick Ebeling will deliver the Sunday keynote at the 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo.
Mick Ebeling, the only three-time TIME Magazine Best Inventions recipient, will deliver the Sunday keynote at the 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo. Here’s what you can...
May 27, 2026
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Interior landscaping presents an example of how a hybrid network allows facility managers to access smaller vendors while still enjoying the benefits of centralized contract management.
A vendor pool that’s too small can introduce operational risk to your organization. Here’s how—and a framework for thinking about suppliers strategically.
May 20, 2026
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way we work—and if it’s not implemented carefully, it can lead to friction, increased job complexity, and even burnout. Here’s ...
May 13, 2026