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12/19/2025

FMLink and The McMorrow Reports send you warm wishes for a happy, healthy and joyous holiday season.

12/18/2025

For , we are remembering the old FMLink and celebrating our dynamic redesign launched in June 2025. With the guidance and expertise of TAG Online, Inc. and after months of hard work, the new site is modernized and more user-friendly.

FMLink now incorporates the facility management and design insights from The McMorrow Reports’ Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Government and Aviation segments. This integration deepens FMLink’s reach to the architecture and design (A&D), construction, real estate and corporate planning communities while retaining its focus on operations and maintenance (O&M) management and building engineering.

In addition to our valuable new Job Board resource, FMLink’s one-stop shop offers access to 35,000+ pages covering U.S. and global news, codes and regulations, training and certification, conferences and events, as well as cutting-edge products and technology, model case studies, white papers, crucial reports, and utility benchmarking data.

In 2026, we will introduce the FMLink Academy, an educational service offering virtual sessions for FMs and opportunities to earn CEUs. Stay tuned for more information on our first education track: AI in FM.

Check out the new https://www.fmlink.com



Image courtesy of Tag Online

12/17/2025

The Lincoln Desk from Room & Board for Business embodies functional elegance with a clean, modern profile that transitions easily across private offices, coworking spaces, and more. Created in collaboration with Gensler, Lincoln reflects a shared commitment to balancing ergonomic support with streamlined aesthetics.

The desk’s sit-stand function allows it to rise smoothly from 30 to 49 inches, powered by concealed lifting columns controlled through a touchscreen panel with three programmable settings. Safety features such as reverse motion, anti-pinch software, and adjustable glides are built in, ensuring reliable daily use and long-term performance. Read more about the Lincoln Desk at the link below,
https://www.fmlink.com/form-meets-function-in-beautifully-crafted-hardwood-standing-desk-from-room-board-and-gensler/


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12/16/2025

If you have a little extra time away from your day-to-day project work over the holidays, and you’re curious about other positions in the industry, consider spending some time with the FMLink Job Board.

Depending on the moment you visit, up to 400 positions may be posted at any time nationwide. Prime professional FM opportunities are listed, along with technical and critical maintenance positions across building systems and operations.

FMLink’s Job Board, a career center that connects facility managers, planners and related planning and design professionals across all disciplines and career stages with employers offering career opportunities, is powered by YM Careers, the leading provider of job websites and career centers for organizations that serve specialized members. Learn more at this link,
https://www.fmlink.com/dreaming-of-a-career-move-in-2026-explore-the-fmlink-job-board-over-the-holidays/
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12/15/2025

The world of Facilities Management (FM) is undergoing a significant transformation. At the heart of this evolution are two transformative technologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). These technologies are driving efficiencies, enhancing decision-making, and creating more human-centric environments in facilities worldwide. However, it is not about deploying technology for the sake of it — that’s why MRI Software is offering tips on how to harness AI and IoT to build smarter, safer, and more sustainable spaces for everyone. Read more about MRI Software’s eBook “Digitalization in Facilities Management with AI and IoT Technologies” and find out how to download a copy at this link,
https://www.fmlink.com/ai-iot-the-power-duo-transforming-facilities-management/

12/12/2025

A new name and bright logo mark a new era for FacilitiesNet/NFMT as it moves its show to Charlotte, NC. That’s right, after 22 years in Baltimore, NFMT East 2026 is taking its show on the road. The newly named NFMT East, taking place March 10-12, 2026, will offer the same informative facilities management (FM) content and industry exploration, wrapped in a brand-new experience in Charlotte, NC. One of the largest FM events in the country, the National Facilities Management & Technology (NFMT) Show provides up-to-date advancements and best practices in the management, operations, maintenance, renovation and construction of nonresidential buildings. Learn more at the link in our bio.
https://www.fmlink.com/nfmt-east-2026-new-name-new-look-new-locale-same-cutting-edge-fm-content/

12/11/2025

In case you missed these news items from earlier this year, we are celebrating , with a look back at our coverage of the American Hospital Association research on healthcare worker safety and the findings of the AHA Insights Report. AHA is also supporting the federal Save Healthcare Workers Act and urging Congress to pass it into law. Links to each article can be found at the links below:

Workplace and community violence costs hospitals more than $18 billion annually,
https://www.fmlink.com/workplace-and-community-violence-cost-hospitals-more-than-18-billion-annually-finds-aha/

Improvement in healthcare safety culture is linked to better patient and staff outcomes,
https://www.fmlink.com/improvement-in-healthcare-safety-culture-is-linked-to-better-patient-and-staff-outcomes-finds-aha/

AHA applauds introduction of federal Save Healthcare Workers Act, urges Congress to pass into law,
https://www.fmlink.com/aha-applauds-introduction-of-federal-save-healthcare-workers-act-urges-congress-to-pass-into-law/

12/10/2025

Do facility managers need frameworks that can actually prove the ROI or compliance improvements gained from switching to safer, greener products?

Most facilities track energy use, water efficiency, and maintenance costs down to the decimal, but cleaning rarely receives the same scrutiny. However, the everyday chemicals used in facilities determine far more than appearances. They influence how occupants feel, the indoor air quality (IAQ), asset performance, and whether buildings meet environmental standards.

This article, written by Joshua Schwartz, president and co-founder of Viking Pure Solutions, LLC, outlines a practical guide for turning compliance checks into measurable performance systems. It shows facility leaders how to identify hidden risks, measure what matters, and institutionalize auditing practices that turn healthy cleaning into a verifiable ROI driver. To learn more, please click on the link below,
https://www.fmlink.com/viking-pure-the-cleaning-audit-playbook-proving-value-through-performance/

12/09/2025

Don't miss next Thursday's free webinar. A great opportunity from BIFMA to learn and earn CEU credit!

Don't miss out on BIFMA's HSW-approved CEU opportunity before the year wraps up! 🎉
There are many myths and misconceptions related to furniture ergonomics. This course pulls back the curtain to clarify the science and application outlined in ANSI/BIFMA X10.1, BIFMA's Furniture Ergonomics Standard. Learn how to ensure the perfect "fit" for everyone and discover how this standard supports LEVEL and WELL certifications. Stay informed and register here: https://loom.ly/ZjdB90I

12/08/2025

FMLink is seeking abstracts and proposals from experts to present topics in Artificial Intelligence in Facility Management (AI in FM) to an audience of more than 70,000 readers. FMLink Academy, new educational service of FMLink Facility Management News & Design Insights, the world’s largest news and industry content website in the FM profession, will launch in 2026. All sessions will be virtual.

FMLink Academy’s first CEU-accredited learning sessions will focus on the use of artificial intelligence in facility management (AI in FM), from entry-level adaptation to advanced integration. AI-driven solutions are enhancing efficiency, productivity, and engagement in facilities management. Learn more at the link below.
https://www.fmlink.com/ai-in-fm-education-is-coming-submit-your-presentations-to-the-fmlink-academy/

12/05/2025

Healthcare facilities managers (FMs) grapple with issues that shape patient experience and safety. Kevin Poggenpoel, president of the IFHE - International Federation of Healthcare Engineering, points out that many of the same challenges impact FMs across the world. Through participation in global discussions, FMs gain perspective into how their peers are creating safer, more resilient environments.

From October 17-20, 2026, IFHE will provide an opportunity for U.S. facilities and PDC managers to connect with their peers from around the world. The Association of Medical Facility Professionals (AMFP), the U.S. representative to IFHE, in partnership with EmeraldX, is hosting the 2026 World Congress in New Orleans. The event will be co-located with the Healthcare Design (HCD) Conference + Expo. To learn more about the event and IFHE, read the article by Megan Headley at the link below,
https://www.fmlink.com/ifhe-president-urges-global-discussion-on-shared-healthcare-facilities-challenges/

12/04/2025

Anyone involved in facilities management should not miss this open and frank panel discussion on Wednesday, December 10th at 1:00 pm EST!

As 2025 winds down, many facility teams are asking the same question: What should we be preparing for in 2026?

Join us for Facility Insights Live: Lessons, Challenges, & the Path to 2026 on December 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM PT. Moderated by 🎙️David Trask🎙️, with a panel of experienced facility leaders, Maria O'Callaghan-Cassidy, MSOD, CFM, SFP, Richie Stever MHA, SASHE, Dr. Walter Lamar, Ph.D., CPSO, CHSP, MBCP, CEDP, and Fletcher Coffman.

In this session, you’ll hear what facility leaders across industries are seeing on the ground and walk away with insights you can apply immediately, including:

✔️ How to better align finance and facilities

✔️ Strategies to retain critical building knowledge amid retirements

✔️ Smarter approaches to hiring, retention, and training

✔️ How AI is reshaping facility operations

✔️ Why instant access to building information matters

✔️ Ways to strengthen emergency readiness and resilience

Register here: https://lnkd.in/gnMm4fkX

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