“Having a team of experts behind you is one of the easiest ways to make sure your facility is using state-of-the-art equipment and encouraging current best practices.”
TAMPA, Fla. (PRWEB) February 13, 2018
Facility management requires knowledge on a vast and varied spectrum of topics. Energy efficiency, lighting, and proper maintenance are just a few areas where facility managers are expected to excel. MaintenX knows that it can be tough to sort through all the information alone, and is proud of the support they provide to managers across the nation.
“It’s impossible to be an expert in all things at all times,” said Bill Schaphorst, MaintenX’s VP of Business Development. “Having a team of experts behind you is one of the easiest ways to make sure your facility is using state-of-the-art equipment and encouraging current best practices.”
MaintenX International has been helping facility managers stay up-to-date with trends and services for more than 35 years. Here are the top four trends for 2018:
1. Green Buildings: Energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact will continue to trend in 2018. The highest green honor for buildings is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification. If you are a facility manager and your building is seeking LEED status, many of the tasks will fall to you, so knowledge in environmentally sound business practices will help give you a leg up on the process.
2. Alternative Lighting: Switching to LED lighting is a practical adjustment that can save money and time. LED lights are known to be up to seven times more efficient than standard lighting and can last 25 times as long. Even though LED bulbs may come with initial higher costs, lowered energy, and bulb replacement costs result in greater overall savings.
3. Wireless and Smart Technology: As technology continues to improve everyday access to the Internet of Things (IoT), building management will increasingly rely on wireless and smart technologies. Benefits of moving online include reducing costs associated with installation or re-wiring if you need to reconfigure your space, easier access to upgrades and legacy expansions, as well as increased compatibility with other smart technologies.
4. Wellness: As companies increasingly focus on the holistic wellness of their employees, healthier buildings are becoming more common. Issues like proper lighting, air quality, noise level, cleaning chemicals, and ergonomic workspaces are all areas of change that will impact facility management. Technological advancements are also being made with self-cleaning surfaces, helping to keep workplaces healthy and germ-free.
For more information about MaintenX, visit http://www.maintenx.com.
ABOUT MAINTENX INTERNATIONAL:
MaintenX International is a fully licensed, facilities repair company. As one of the largest national self-performing facility maintenance and repair companies in the U.S., MaintenX has created a wide network of knowledgeable and professional technicians throughout the country. With their team of well-trained technicians, MaintenX self-performs and manages facility maintenance for their clients. In the event there is not a MaintenX technician in an area, the company has established a network of preferred vendor partners throughout the country for continued superior service for their clients. For more than 35 years, MaintenX has been expertly serving multi-location retail stores, restaurant chains, and Fortune 500 companies nationwide.