From Cost Center to a Savings Center: Proving the ROI of Facility Management
Facility management is often dismissed as an expense to control, but it is a critical area for efficiency, cost savings, and long-term value creation. To…
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Unleashing the Power of Architectural and Engineering Design Teams: How They Supercharge Your Project!
You may have wondered who are all the engineers and consultants working on a project, and why are they needed. Construction design teams are groups…
Cubicles Get A Charge From USB Charging Ports, Literally!
Twenty years after the invention of USB charging cables for just about every electronic device, systems furniture manufacturers have finally caught up and just started…
13.5 Important Tips Before Leasing Industrial Space
Industrial and warehouse space can range from manufacturing and storage, to distribution such as pick and pack facilities. Each building you consider will have its…
Power to the People! – errr – Cubicle
Did you know that in NYC and many smaller municipalities like Garden City, LI, power strips are illegal in commercial offices? You are not permitted…
LED, Lumens, Kelvin…WATT are you talking about?
Just when I mastered CFLs and accepted the phaseout of T12 fluorescents, 100W and 75W bulbs, enter the LED bulb. Anyone who has tried to shop for these bulbs…
Avoid Office Renovation Disasters: Ensure all Trades Work from the “Same Page”
When architects send revised construction drawings to the general contractor in the field, the GC is responsible for distributing the revised plans to the various…
Office Space Heaters. Are they legal?
Have you been told by the landlord that electric space heaters are illegal, or has the space heater that was tucked under your desk been…
Office Safety During the Holiday Season
With the holiday season upon us, it’s important to keep workplace safety in mind. By following a few simple safety tips, it’s easy to enjoy festive…
Avoid Costly Change Orders By Planning Your New Office Electrical and Data Outlets
Architectural floor plans are just as important for the commercial tenant to review and approve as it is for the trades to build the space…