Explainers

In the aftermath of Covid-19, when a major refit isn’t an option, how do you plan for the new office future? asks David O’Coimin.

The guidelines surrounding inclusive design are still causing confusion, but facilities managers can ensure their door-opening solutions are compliant, says Eryl Jones.

During the pandemic, environmentalists have been concerned about disposing of PPE – but there are greener options, says Gary Bicknell.

Keep your fire classification compliant with building regulations and consider a durable flat-roof specification to resist the spread of fire, says Daren Fraser.

Facilities managers need to budget effectively and prepare for any unforeseen expenditures, says Karl Cundill.

Figures released in June by the Office for National Statistics showed that security officers were most at risk of dying with Covid-19, says Theo Nicolaou

The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in FM has been slow but it can play a significant role in improving the industry, says Muhammad Asif Khan.

Facial recognition technology can provide a streamlined contactless approach to on-site attendance tracking, says Chris Coughlin.

Time to spruce up your workspace? Here’s what you need to know about fit-out projects, says Mitchell Broughton.

How can you be sure that your staff’s return to the workplace is as safe as it can possibly be? Jamie Woodhall offers the answer.

The coronavirus pandemic has taught us valuable lessons about how to collaborate, says Simone Fenton-Jarvis.

The pandemic has afforded us an opportunity to make a radical step change in our very relationship with work.