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What Is Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software? Use Cases, Pros And Cons
Since its arrival in the mid-1960s, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software has become an...
What Is Condition-Based Maintenance?
Keeping on top of a building’s assets, resources and infrastructure requires knowledge and...
Which UK Universities Have Invested The Most In Building Maintenance?
This study was conducted by SFG20, the industry standard for building maintenance, to support...
Why Does SFG20 Let You Change Task Criticalities In Facilities-iQ?
In Facilities-iQ, all SFG20 maintenance tasks are colour coded according to their level of...
What Is BIM (Building Information Modeling) And How Does It Work?
BeforeBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) was invented, architects and engineers heavily relied on...
The Fire Safety Act 2021 Explained
The Fire Safety Act 2021 aims to enhance the protection of residents within England and Wales by...
How To Create A Built Asset Register
Without an up-to-date and accurate register that contains important information on each asset, it...
What Is IoT Technology? How It Works, Examples, Pros & Cons
Outdated asset tracking methods such as spreadsheets and paper forms can be hugely impractical....
Q&A with Charlotte Whincup: Rethinking Carbon Zero in the Built Sector
Charlotte Whincup, Director and Co-Owner of Bloom Building Consultancy, talked to SFG20 at our...
What Is Predictive Maintenance? Pros, Cons And Examples
As a Facilities Manager (FM), it’s your responsibility to keep on top of the maintenance and...
AI In The Building Maintenance Industry: Pros, Cons, Examples & Trends
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword or a futuristic concept. Across many sectors,...
Understanding 0U Tasks In Facilities-iQ
If you're just getting to grips with Facilities-iQ, you may be wondering what “0U” means next to...
Your Guide To Tailored, Derived And Custom Schedules in Facilities-iQ
If you’re just starting out with Facilities-iQ, you might be curious about what Tailored, Derived...
Ultimate Guide to Digital-Led Maintenance: Implementation and Overview
If you’ve heard of the term “Digital-led Maintenance” (DLM) before, it’s likely that you’ve come...
The Evolution Of The Building Maintenance Industry: A Brief Timeline
The building maintenance industry has a long and fascinating history which can be traced back as...
What Is The SFG20 Digital Partner Programme?
Did you know that one of the biggest reasons why people unwittingly fall off the SFG20 standard is...
Top 5 Risks Of Free SFG20 PDF Downloads
If you’re searching for free SFG20 PDF downloads to source and share building maintenance content,...
How To Fix A Built Asset Register
Poorly organised built asset registers with incomplete asset naming that are fragmented, outdated...
What Is Preventive Maintenance? Definition, Examples, Pros & Cons
Equipment downtime costs businesses millions and hours upon hours of productivity every year, but...
What Is A Building Asset Register For Building Maintenance?
A building asset register (commonly referred to as a built asset register) provides a complete...
What Is Planned Preventative Maintenance?
Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) plays an integral role in prolonging and maintaining a...
The SFG20 Building Safety Survey 2024
In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire and the subsequent introduction of the Building Safety Act...
Which FM Software Integrates With SFG20?
When you throw time, budgets and resources into the mix, one of the biggest challenges for...
The Building Safety Act 2022 Explained
Introduced to parliament in July 2021 as a direct response to the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire tragedy,...
How To Reduce The Carbon Footprint Of Your Building
It goes without saying that tackling carbon emissions has become a growing industry-wide concern in...
Top 10 Tips For Facility Management Audits
Facility Management Audits (FMA) involve evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, policy...
How To Successfully Manage A CAFM Data Migration
A CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) software data migration can be an intricate process...
The Penalties Of Non-Compliance With Building Safety Risks
Non-compliance with maintenance regulations isn’t just a minor oversight; it can lead to severe...
How SFG20 Fits Into The Facility Management Ecosystem
For over 3 decades, SFG20 has been committed to supporting organisations in achieving operational...
What Is An Accountable Person Under The Building Safety Act 2022?
Following the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire tragedy, regulations for higher-risk buildings tightened...
How SFG20 Can Help To Keep You Compliant
When it comes to compliance in the Facilities Management industry, it’s never a one-person job. As...
What Is A Facility Management Audit? A Complete Overview
As buildings age over time, they inevitably undergo changes that can impact how they are managed.
How To Check If A Maintenance Contractor Has An Active SFG20 License
Staying aware of maintenance tasks mandated by law is one thing, but how can you be sure that any...
CMMS vs IWMS: Which Is Right For Me? Your Ultimate Guide
When you’re new to Facility Management (FM) software, the last thing you want to do is get confused...
How To Use Maintenance Regimes In Facilities-iQ For Multiple Sites
Trying to stay compliant while managing multiple buildings with several thousands of assets can be...
Top 5 Benefits Of Maintenance Regimes
Every organisation is completely unique, so why settle for anything less than a personalised...
What Is A Statutory Building Maintenance Task?
For any organisation, staying compliant with the latest building laws and regulations is serious...
What is Reactive Maintenance?
If you're delving into maintenance strategies for the first time, you may be feeling overwhelmed....
The best Facilities Maintenance Tools for any business
As with most modern industries, facilities management has benefited greatly from the evolution and...
Top 5 Tips for Setting Commercial Building Maintenance Budget 2024
Your browser does not support the audio element. In a hurry, why not download the audio version and...
The Future of Carbon-Neutral Buildings: Trends and Predictions
As the world grapples with the realities of climate change, the construction industry has a...
The Future of School Maintenance: Trends to Watch
The landscape of school maintenance in the UK is constantly evolving. With new technologies,...
Tackling Carbon Emissions in Building Maintenance: Understanding Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions
In the face of growing environmental concerns, the role of building maintenance in mitigating...
The drivers for optimised maintenance
Today, maintenance takes an increasingly central role in delivering organisational objectives such...
Getting started with School Facilities Management
Efficient and regular building maintenance is essential for the safety and longevity of your...
Industry bodies agree single process for BIM Product Data
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), the Chartered Institution of Building...
Industry bodies agree standard for catering maintenance
The first ever independently verified standard for the planned maintenance of catering equipment...
Focus on risk to optimise your maintenance strategy
In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of finding a balance of maintenance strategies to...
What is SFG20 and how can it benefit you?
There are many benefits of adopting a balanced maintenance regime. Download the SFG20 whitepaper to...
How To Develop a Bulletproof Procurement Strategy
For modern businesses, knowing how to develop a procurement strategy is crucial for efficiency,...
Planned preventative vs. reactive maintenance
When it comes to building and asset maintenance, there are many approaches to take, but two of the...
Grenfell - The Symptoms Vs The Disease
After considering fire safety in a previous blog, we'll now turn to look at the issues caused by...
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