Oct 22, 2026 | FM Articles
Which role runs your site, and which role controls the property asset? Facilities management runs the site for the people using it; property management controls the commercial property position. We separate daily service delivery from lease and asset control, then... 
Oct 12, 2026 | FM Articles
Could IFM give your business clearer control? Yes, if your premises need several services to work under one accountable structure. Integrated facilities management, or IFM, means one provider manages functions such as security, cleaning, reception and building support... 
Oct 8, 2026 | FM Articles
What does statutory compliance mean for your managed building? Statutory compliance means your premises meet the legal duties that apply to the building, its systems and the people using it. In FM, that means turning those duties into assigned checks, competent work,... 
Oct 1, 2026 | FM Articles
What does space management mean for your building? Space management means measuring, allocating, monitoring and adjusting your rooms, desks, shared areas, storage and routes so the building supports the work taking place. In facilities management, it gives cleaning,... 
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...
