Category Archives: Facilities Management

Reducing The Impact Of Scheduled Maintenance On Business Operations With CMMS Software

Routine maintenance is essential for the longevity and performance of assets, but it can disrupt normal business operations when equipment downtime is required. Effective scheduling and management of maintenance activities can significantly increase overall system availability. This article explores the impact of scheduled maintenance on business operations and the role of CMMS software in optimizing

Pre-Action Control Valve Inspection Checklist

A fire accident is one of the most destructive events that can happen. Thus, a fire protection system is a basic requirement to protect people and properties. Fire sprinklers are triggered when smoke or fire is detected. Unfortunately, fire sprinkler systems may cause collateral water damage. For example, when a fire breaks out in only

All-Terrain Vehicle Inspection Checklist

All-Terrain Vehicles or ATVs are motorized vehicles intended to run off-road with low-pressure tires. With its applications ranging from recreational to search and rescue, more and more people have opted to own an ATV. Since ATVs allow us to drive through rough areas and roam around rocky terrains, it makes them more vulnerable to external

Termite Inspection Checklist

As one of the prime choices for construction materials, together with concrete and steel, timber has been used by many people for centuries to build structures of all kinds. With the building and construction sector now focusing on eco-friendly efforts, a recent study suggests that timber can significantly lessen greenhouse gas emissions, which may then

Efficiently Generating Reliable Maintenance Reports

Reporting is a key role of all Facilities Managers. Day-to-day activities need to be aggregated and presented to management to assess the overall condition of the building. For outsourced facilities management, contractual terms could also depend on these reports, including payment for completion of checklists, or liquidated damages for non-attendance or slow rectification times. As

We Were Nominated as a Top Facility Management Startup in Singapore by Estate Innovation

To support smart cities, the facility management sector aspires to implement smart facilities management initiatives, envisioning integrated systems involving IOT sensors, AI and robotics. However, on the ground, many buildings still rely on paper checklists, excel spreadsheets and voice calls. A recent survey by the Idox Group found that 62% of Facility Managers still use

Simplifying CMMS Software for User-Friendly Facility Management

Introduction: In today’s technology-driven world, where we use software for various daily tasks, it’s surprising that the adoption of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software in the Facilities Management industry lags behind. One reason for this is the perception that CMMS software is too complex and requires extensive training. However, FacilityBot believes that CMMS software

How Good HVAC Maintenance Can Help in Fighting the Spread of COVID-19

Since the start of 2020, the whole world has been greatly affected by the pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus. Millions of people have been infected and the numbers continue to rise. In late 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the virus has a potential to spread through airborne transmission. Although there are

Key Areas to Focus on for HVAC Maintenance

Heating, Ventilation and Air- Conditioning (HVAC) systems play an important role in providing comfort to any home, establishment or workplace. What can we do to keep the systems running at a peak performance? Check these points to consider in maintaining your HVAC system. Circuitry and Electrical Components – This section is best handled by professionals.

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