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New caretaker for communications infrastructure
Network Infrastructure

New caretaker for communications infrastructure

The eight-year deal will keep 2,600 Chorus sites running and support more than 100 jobs across Programmed’s service network.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
New guidance on using MEWPs in public areas
Risk & Compliance

New guidance on using MEWPs in public areas

One third of fatal or injury incidents involving MEWPs occur in public areas or on highways, prompting IPAF to issue fresh safety guidance.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Mar 2022
Don’t let lights and decorations turn into a festive hangover
Christmas

Don’t let lights and decorations turn into a festive hangover

Safety lapses in erecting festive lights on high streets and shopping centres could put workers and the public at risk, warns IPAF.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Dec 2021
New technology set to reduce construction incidents
Smart Cities

New technology set to reduce construction incidents

Construction managers could gain real-time alerts and a full-site view as five firms trial AI tools to curb incidents and injuries.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Why operations teams are still needed in an automated world
Data Analytics

Why operations teams are still needed in an automated world

Downtime and lost revenue can still hit automated warehouses without on-site teams to fix faults fast and plan preventative maintenance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2021
Advances in construction long overdue
Smart Cities

Advances in construction long overdue

Digital twin tools could help cut costly delays and emissions, as 90% of infrastructure projects are still late or over budget.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Apr 2021
Workplace wellness rises up the agenda
Hybrid & Remote Work

Workplace wellness rises up the agenda

Health and hygiene measures are likely to become permanent fixtures as the COVID-19 outbreak pushes employers to rethink office design and indoor air quality.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020
Duty of care ruling raises concerns about occupier liability
Risk & Compliance

Duty of care ruling raises concerns about occupier liability

Occupiers of busy premises may need tighter inspections after a NSW court ordered Star Pty Ltd to pay A$150,000 over a slip injury.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2019
Conquering stress and a heavy workload
Enterprise Resource Planning

Conquering stress and a heavy workload

High workloads can damage health and performance, but managers can cut stress by delegating, pacing tasks and taking regular breaks.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2019
Look out for your workmate – it could save their life
Hybrid & Remote Work

Look out for your workmate – it could save their life

In New Zealand’s construction sector, a simple check-in from colleagues is being urged as a potentially life-saving response to mounting suicide risks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019
Five trends in facilities management you should know about
Robotics

Five trends in facilities management you should know about

Sensors, drones and automation are reshaping building upkeep, with smarter systems promising lower costs and better occupant comfort.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2019
Does your building have a Code Compliance Certificate? Expert says ‘probably not’
Risk & Compliance

Does your building have a Code Compliance Certificate? Expert says ‘probably not’

Businesses face safety, insurance and liability risks if they occupy buildings without a Code Compliance Certificate, an expert says.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2019
Red zoned: How a remote monitoring solution constantly analyses building safety
Software-as-a-Service

Red zoned: How a remote monitoring solution constantly analyses building safety

After earthquakes, managers could know within minutes whether buildings are safe, cutting weeks of waiting for engineering reports.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019
Tackling climate change is everyone’s duty
Power / Energy

Tackling climate change is everyone’s duty

New draft carbon standards and a new expo zone will give New Zealand building owners practical steps towards net zero by 2050.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2019
Is the Internet of Things overhyped?
Smart Cities

Is the Internet of Things overhyped?

The real gains will come from analytics and workflow software, not from simply adding more connected sensors to buildings.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2019
How the Internet of Things is revolutionising pest control
Smart Cities

How the Internet of Things is revolutionising pest control

Connected traps are letting volunteers and facilities managers monitor pest activity remotely, cutting checks and speeding up response times.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 28th Jul 2019
Large-scale projects to be managed by robots
Robotics

Large-scale projects to be managed by robots

Clients on mega-projects could see fewer overruns as an alliance deploys AI to flag risks earlier and improve decision-making.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019

Global Stories

Facilities management stories

OVHcloud takes partner programme global
DataCentre infrastructure

OVHcloud takes partner programme global

OVHcloud has launched its global Partner Programme to support organisations in digital transformation with comprehensive training, sales, and technical support.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2019