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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...

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What Is Condition-Based Maintenance?

Keeping on top of a building’s assets, resources and infrastructure requires knowledge and...

Why Does SFG20 Let You Change Task Criticalities In Facilities-iQ?
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?
What Is BIM (Building Information Modeling) And How Does It Work?

BeforeBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) was invented, architects and engineers heavily relied on...

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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
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
What Is IoT Technology? How It Works, Examples, Pros & Cons

Outdated asset tracking methods such as spreadsheets and paper forms can be hugely impractical....

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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...

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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,...

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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 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...

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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...

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Top 5 Risks Of Free SFG20 PDF Downloads

If you’re searching for free SFG20 PDF downloads to source and share building maintenance content,...

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How To Fix A Built Asset Register

Poorly organised built asset registers with incomplete asset naming that are fragmented, outdated...

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What Is Preventive Maintenance? Definition, Examples, Pros & Cons

Equipment downtime costs businesses millions and hours upon hours of productivity every year, but...

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What Is A Building Asset Register For Building Maintenance?

A building asset register (commonly referred to as a built asset register) provides a complete...

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What Is Planned Preventative Maintenance?

Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) plays an integral role in prolonging and maintaining a...

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Which FM Software Integrates With SFG20?

When you throw time, budgets and resources into the mix, one of the biggest challenges for...

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Top 10 Tips For Facility Management Audits

Facility Management Audits (FMA) involve evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, policy...

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How To Successfully Manage A CAFM Data Migration

A CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) software data migration can be an intricate process...

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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
How SFG20 Fits Into The Facility Management Ecosystem

For over 3 decades, SFG20 has been committed to supporting organisations in achieving operational...

New Digital Badge for FM Professionals: A Catalyst for Compliance

SFG20, the industry standard for building maintenance, has launched a new Digital Badge for FM...

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What Is An Accountable Person Under The Building Safety Act 2022?

Following the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire tragedy, regulations for higher-risk buildings tightened...

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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...

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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.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Should I Change CAFM Provider? Find the Right Solution

Without a doubt, Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) can be an exceptionally useful facility...

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CAFM vs IWMS: Which Is Right For Me? Your Ultimate Guide

If you’re new to FM software, grappling with acronyms like CAFM (Computer Aided Facility...

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Complete Guide to Maintenance Regimes in Facilities-iQ

Operational systems such as CAFM (Computer Aided Facility Management) are effective at telling you...

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Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) Features, Pros, Cons & Costs

With so many different day-to-day tasks and processes to keep tabs on, being a facility manager...

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CMMS vs CAFM: Which Is Best For Me? Your Ultimate Guide

The greater the number of assets you have to maintain, the harder it can be to manage without the...

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What is a CMMS? Features, Pros, Cons, and Costs Explained

The purpose of Computerised Maintenance Management (CMMS) is to simplify your maintenance...

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What Is an IWMS? Features, Use Cases, Pros & Cons

As a property owner or facility manager, you’re likely all too familiar with the increasing...

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The best Facilities Maintenance Tools for any business

As with most modern industries, facilities management has benefited greatly from the evolution and...

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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...

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Focus on risk to optimise your maintenance strategy

In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of finding a balance of maintenance strategies to...

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What is SFG20 and how can it benefit you? 

There are many benefits of adopting a balanced maintenance regime. Download the SFG20 whitepaper to...

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Planned preventative vs. reactive maintenance

When it comes to building and asset maintenance, there are many approaches to take, but two of the...

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