Manaswini Rao

Curating content to help O&M teams deliver high-performing building portfolios. Also, chasing dark skies, strong coffee, and breathtaking landscapes.

Energy Management

Unlocking Energy Savings: A Deep Dive into Building Energy Management Systems

BEMS is a comprehensive solution that helps organizations monitor and manage energy consumption in buildings. It can lead to significant energy savings and cost reduction, while also improving the comfort and productivity of building occupants.

Property Operations

Integrated Facilities Management: A Guide to Consolidating Facility Operations

Discover the benefits of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM). Experience cost efficiency, improved asset performance, compliance adherence, occupant satisfaction, and sustainability focus.

Maintenance Management

Preventive Maintenance Scheduling: A Simple Guide

Preventive maintenance scheduling is a planned maintenance program for equipment and facilities. It aims to maintain equipment in a good condition and prevent failures, malfunctions, or breakdowns by performing regular inspections, testing, cleaning, and replacement of parts as needed.

Connected CMMS

Asset Lifecycle Management: The Strategic Edge of CMMS Over EAM

When done right, asset lifecycle management not only saves costs but also transforms asset value into a strategic advantage. Here are 9 best practices to optimize asset maintenance costs and improve asset performance.

Maintenance Management

The Maintenance Manager's Guide to MTBF for Driving Operational Success

MTBF offers insights into system availability and operational efficiency, guiding proactive maintenance efforts. While MTBF is crucial, it should be considered alongside metrics like MTTR, OEE, and equipment reliability for a holistic view.

Smart Buildings

Your Essential Guide to Commercial Real Estate Management Software

The secret to success in commercial real estate isn’t just location—it's efficient property management through technology like CMMS, BMS, and more.

Smart Buildings

Connected CMMS for Campus Facility Management: Boost Efficiency & Sustainability

Are existing facilities management systems enough to make your campus safe, secure and state-of-the-art? Campuses need a  connected CMMS for an efficiently run campus, student safety and improved returns on investment.

Connected CMMS Featured

The Top 10 CMMS Solutions for UK Facilities Management

Choosing a CMMS isn’t just a software purchase—it’s a step toward a more streamlined, efficient FM operation. Below, we cut through the noise to highlight the top CMMS solutions that UK-based FM leaders should consider.

Building Operations & Maintenance

A Comprehensive Guide to Smart Building Facility Management

Smart building facility management is crucial for conserving energy, supporting sustainability, avoiding penalties, and extending equipment lifespan.

Work Order Management

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Maintenance Work Order Templates

Learn how modern maintenance work order templates can transform your facility management processes, enhance efficiency, and support teams in overcoming the pitfalls of legacy systems.

Energy Management

What is an Energy Management System and How to Choose the Best One for You?

An energy management system is a wise investment that can reap huge dividends in the near future. Here is how you should go about choosing one.

Building Operations & Maintenance

Commercial Building Maintenance: Facility Checklist, Best Practices, & Use Cases

This guide takes you through why commercial property maintenance is essential, why a facility checklist is useful, and how you can use the right tech partner for seamless commercial maintenance.

Service Management

7 Best Service Order Software for Facility Management in 2024

Facility managers and FM service providers can streamline their facility management operations with the best service order software. Explore top service order management software and find the perfect fit for your needs.