Jul 6, 2026 | FM Articles
What should a soft FM contract include to protect service quality, compliance, and costs? A soft FM contract should set out exactly who does what, how standards are measured, what is included in the fee, how issues are escalated, how compliance is evidenced, and when...
Apr 27, 2026 | FM Articles
What is the difference between hard and soft facilities management in the UK? Hard facilities management covers the physical systems and fabric of a building, such as maintenance of lifts, heating, electrical systems, plumbing and fire safety. Soft facilities...
Apr 20, 2026 | FM Articles
What makes security checklists indispensable for facilities managers? Security checklists act as the backbone of consistent, compliant facilities management. They help prevent oversights, reinforce regulatory requirements, and support a proactive rather than reactive...
Mar 19, 2026 | FM Articles
How does facilities management support business continuity planning? Facilities management plays a decisive role in business continuity by ensuring that physical environments remain safe, operational and adaptable before, during and after disruption. It supports...
Jan 29, 2026 | FM Articles
How has the 2025 Budget changed the cost of outsourced services in the UK? The 2025 Budget introduced changes that, while not always headline news, have significantly reshaped how outsourced services are priced and reviewed. Adjustments in employer-related costs, wage...
Jan 22, 2026 | FM Articles
What is a TUPE transfer in facilities management, and why does it matter? A TUPE transfer in facilities management is when employees move from one employer to another because an FM contract has changed hands. The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment)...
