UK
April 2024
30 Years of FM and SWG
Celebrating our 30th birthday, we look back over the last three decades of our history and the evolution of the FM landscape.
February 2024
How Converging Technologies Are Shaping User Experience
We discuss how converging technologies like AI, IoT, and BIM can enhance operational efficiency, occupant comfort & maintenance strategies.
October 2023
Navigating the Challenging Landscape of Facilities Management
Our latest blog discusses FM challenges, including cost reduction, technological adoption, sustainable estates, and staying compliant.
July 2023
5 Top Tips for Better Maintenance
Our latest blog reveals 5 top tips and essential strategies to enhance asset performance, minimise downtime, and boost productivity.
December 2022
2022 in Review – What Were the Priorities in FM?
As the year draws to a close, we’re taking a look back at what aspects of facilities management most interested those in the sector over the last 12 months.
November 2022
Smart Buildings and Integration
SWG experts explored the opportunities for specialised FM software to optimise building performance at the Smart Buildings Show.
August 2022
“I Don’t Have Time for More Systems!” The Myth of Time-Intensive Technology
How the ‘little challenges’ solved by tech can be magnified throughout a business, repaying the initial time spent on implementation manifold.
November 2021
Improving Sustainability Through CAFM
How CAFM software can help organisations to help improve sustainability, and the new innovations being developed to help FMs meet green targets.
July 2019
Technology: Are FMs Embracing Change?
‘Technology as a force for change – we are all technology companies, aren’t we?’ A commentary on the debate featuring SWG.
July 2018
Is Budget Limiting Tech in FM?
While some early adopters are certainly reaping the benefits of sensors and robotics, there are hurdles to overcome before these become widespread.
October 2017
Charging Ahead With Battery Powered Devices
The lack of power behind new technology like sensors and smartphones is limiting its potential in FM - but is it still worth implementing?
July 2017
How is FM Technology Keeping Your Workplace Well?
Workplace wellness is currently high on the FM agenda, with many organisations now increasing their investment in the health and wellbeing of employees.
June 2017
Technology Trends in Australian FM
The facilities management sector in Australia is embracing the benefits of mobile technology to effectively manage FM operations, but wearables and IoT are less popular, research reveals.
June 2017
Is Science the Future of Service?
As artificial intelligence becomes commonplace in FM, we look how it is being used now and how the cost of this tech can be made achievable.
June 2017
ThinkFM 2017 – Is Facilities Management Ready for IoT?
Today’s FM customer has become more demanding, less patient and more technology-savvy - and it is FM’s responsibility to lead workplace change.
May 2017
Online Security, FM and the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the next big thing for facilities management, but FMs should also be aware of how to protect their data and online devices.
March 2017
Will You Lose Your Jobs to Robotics and Automation?
The FM industry is gearing up towards automation and integrated systems, but what does this mean for employment and service?
November 2016
The Future Workplace – Sensors and IoT
The Internet of Things will revolutionise the FM industry, and SWG looks at how sensors and location-based technology can be used to do this.
November 2016
Tiny Technology – Wearables in FM
How are wearables used in facilities management? Smartwatches, fitness trackers and even augmented reality are now all playing a part in the future of FM.
October 2016
How Smart Technology is Affecting Facilities Management
2017 will be a big year for smart technology in facilities management, powered by the rise of connectivity through the Internet of Things, or IoT.