TFM February 2012 : Page 4FEBRUAR Y 2012 contents FEA TURES FM Frequency: Who Wrote The “Book” On Facility Management? 8 Keeping vital information current requires systematic record keeping by designated staff members. Professional Development: “If You Don’t Know Where You’re Going, Any Road Will Get You There” 10 Even with a clear vision of how FM fits in the organization, it’s still crucial to outline a strategy. The HVAC Factor: Solar Hot Air 12 Drawing from the sun, these systems heat up the fresh air requirement brought into a facility. Breaking It Down 14 Ensuring materials do not unnecessarily end up in a landfill is a prime goal of a waste management plan. 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards 18 A recent survey of TFM readers reveals favored product and service providers in 45 categories. DEP AR TMENTS Page 1 8 Page 1 2 Page 1 4 Page 26 Roofing In The Spotlight 26 Several important initiatives will have an impact, particularly for the existing building sector. Connecting The Dots 30 When making the move to a centralized data center, facility managers must ask five important questions. Editor’s Letter Focus On: Access Control, Hands Free Restrooms, Paint, Dimmers/Sensors/Controls FacilityBlog Highlights 6 38 46 47 47 Calendar Fluid Movement 34 TFM’s Information Express As a manager of water resources for the federal government, the Bureau of Reclamation incorporates efficiency into its new Boulder City, NV office. ONLINE NOW Page 30 Find out what Facebook and SAP already know by downloading the latest white paper available through TFM , “Enhancing Building Performance To Improve Your Bottom Line.” Learn how Redwood Systems’ building performance lighting platform (that also directly powers low-voltage fixtures) is helping facilities professionals save energy, provide building intelligence, and lower operating expenses. Access the white paper on the TFM website: www.todaysfacilitymanager.com/fm-resources/ tfm-whitepapers/enhancing-building-performance-to-improve-your-bottom-line.php. Page 34 4 FEBRUARY 2012 www .T odaysFacilityManager .com Publication List |
