Tricks Of The Trade Columnist
Folsom is director of campus operations at Trinity Christian Academy in Addison, TX. Previously, he was director of facilities & plant operations, and energy procurement & efficiency at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, TX, where he worked for 25 years. He is the recipient of numerous awards from the associations of Higher Education Facility Officers and Energy Engineers for facility and energy management practices, industry leadership and involvement, and writing. He has also provided facilities assessment consulting to several organizations through www.facilityportfolios.com. All questions have been submitted via the “Ask The Expert” portion of the magazine’s web site. To pose a question, visit this link.
Tricks Of The Trade: Career Advice In A Difficult Employment Climate
When the opportunity to transition from maintenance to management presents itself, what steps should a person take to be best prepared?
Tricks Of The Trade: Global Trends In Integrated Facilities Management
IFM is a very respected process; its practices and techniques should be learned fully. There is no short cut, and in most cases, an fm is simply passing through in the life of an organization; the person’s legacy is what is left behind for the next generation of career fm. So why isn't it widely practiced around the world?
Tricks Of The Trade: Vibration Analysis
Are there any existing studies that examine the issue of vibration analysis? I'm thinking about adopting a program and would appreciate input.
Tricks Of The Trade: Pond Marshes
How do facility management professionals address specific landscaping issues that deal with ponds and marshes?
Tricks Of The Trade: Data Management
Ideally, I would like to create a central deposit center to manage these systems with easy access. Do you know of a resource that would work with our many different operating systems (building and equipment) and compile this information in a central point for viewing and alarm conditions?
Tricks Of The Trade: Battery Operated Faucets
When making a decision regarding faucet selection for his facility, one manager struggles with battery life and maintenance questions. New "Tricks" Columnist Kevin Folsom helps out.
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