In this episode Kate showcases IFMA Boston vendor partner, Tecta America with Anthony Moura, Regional Sales Manager.  Kate approaches the conversation from an FM perspective to fully understand the value of partnering with a roofing company such as Tecta America.   ..read more

Jackie Falla, long time host of the FM Forward Podcast introduces Kate Thibeault, CFM as the new host.  We would like to thank our partners who have underwritten today's episode. Swipedon | louise@swipedon.com ..read more

In the second half of our 4th season, Jackie digs deep into climate, how to plan for change, reduce greenhouse gas, and work on bringing our facilities in line with governmental mandates. In this episode, we are joined by individuals from Bentley University and Greener U. They worked together to create a comprehensive climate action plan for the university that helped them in achieving its 2020 goal of reducing their carbon footprint by 70% (from a 2008 baseline) one year early. Greener U helps their partners navigate the steps to climate neutrality. It is like assembling a 7,500-piece puzzle ..read more

In our fourth series students explore what they’ll need to stand out, stand-up to the pressure of working in fast-paced competitive environments, and receive a standing ovation from their boss once they’ve landed their first job in the profession.   They put on their investigative journalist hats and asked seasoned professionals what they wished they had known when they started out, what’s changed, what’s remained the same, and much more.   And our professionals each week share what they with they had known when they entered the FM profession.  Join us to find out what they l ..read more

In our fourth series students explore what they’ll need to stand out, stand-up to the pressure of working in fast-paced competitive environments, and receive a standing ovation from their boss once they’ve landed their first job in the profession.   They put on their investigative journalist hats and asked seasoned professionals what they wished they had known when they started out, what’s changed, what’s remained the same, and much more.   And our professionals each week share what they with they had known when they entered the FM profession.  Join us to find out what they l ..read more

In our fourth series students explore what they’ll need to stand out, stand-up to the pressure of working in fast-paced competitive environments, and receive a standing ovation from their boss once they’ve landed their first job in the profession.   They put on their investigative journalist hats and asked seasoned professionals what they wished they had known when they started out, what’s changed, what’s remained the same, and much more.   And our professionals each week share what they with they had known when they entered the FM profession.  Join us to find out what they l ..read more

In our fourth series students will explore what they’ll need to stand out, stand-up to the pressure of working in fast-paced competitive environments, and receive a standing ovation from their boss once they’ve landed their first job in the profession.   They put on their investigative journalist hats and asked seasoned professionals what they wished they had known when they started out, what’s changed, what’s remained the same, and much more.   And our professionals each week will share what they with they had known when they entered the FM profession.  Join us to find out w ..read more

Over the past season of the FMForward Podcast, hosted by Jackie Falla, we've dug into the technology core competency with some amazing guests. For our last episode of the season, we brought back our technology heavy hitters for a very passionate and heated discussion to talk about all of the top technology trends that are impacting facilities management. This episode was recorded in front of a live Zoom audience! James Scott . Lead Researcher at MIT Real Estate Innovation Lab where design and innovation are linked to financial performance in the built environment. Luke Lucas . Sr. Manager of E ..read more

This week Jackie speaks with Eric Graham, Founder and CEO of CrowdComfort. CrowdComfort is revolutionizing organizational communication with employees and customers by leveraging mobile technology & cloud analytics. Facility and HR managers access aggregated data to improve employee productivity, optimize building performance and lower operational costs. CrowdComfort's technology leverages the Human Sensor Network to bring new levels of reach and engagement to business operations and the built environment. Get ready to geek out ..read more

Have you ever wondered why the fundamental ways in which we build have remained unchanged for over a century? Hear from subject matter expert Amy Marks on the evolution of construction, digital twins, sustainability, the mechanization, automation, and robotic revolution that is transforming our built environment.  This change places FM’s at the table from the very start, and empowers them with smart data for the operation of their facilities.  An episode you won’t want to miss. Amy Marks is the Head of Industrialized Construction Strategy and Evangelism at Autodesk ..read more