Category: Built Environment
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Why ISO 55000 Matters for Malaysia Organisations Managing Assets
Asset management is more than just keeping track of equipment or buildings. ISO 55000 offers a structured, value-driven decision making and framework. This article offer insight on how Malaysia organisation can benefit from the ISO 55000. What Is ISO 55000 Series? The ISO 55000 series is the international standard for asset management. It’s designed to…
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Sarawak’s Shift: The Next Frontier in Facilities Management Transformation
The built environment in Sarawak especially in the facilities management is on the brink of a digital transformation. While many facilities and infrastructure teams still on the legacy methods, momentum is building toward a smarter future. The shift is about realigning how Sarawak manages the lifecycle of its public and private assets through the lens…
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Unlock the Value of Your Facility Assets with Professional Audit, Tagging & Data Management Services
Why Your Organisation Needs a Professional Asset Audit If you’re a property owner, facility manager, or part of a government or corporate entity, having visibility of the real value and condition of your assets is critical. Regardless of the state or age of the building, setting up the fundamental data is crucial. having a solid,…
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Malaysia’s Electricity Tariff Updates in July 2025: Here’s What It Means For Facilities Management
Malaysia electricity tariff will start a new electricity pricing and updates in pricing structure starting from the first of July 2025. Here is the official announcement in this LINK. It’s not just a price hike but it’s a major shift in how electricity usage is structured, charged, and managed. Malaysia new electricity tariff updates in…
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Starting an FM team? Here’s your facilities management roadmap
I have worked in Malaysia and some other countries abroad, majority of them often perceived Facilities management (FM) as a reactive, keep-the-lights-on function and air con working. I’ve spent years in the industry to know that it’s much more than that. It’s a strategic, data-driven, and people relations discipline that directly impacts operational efficiency, sustainability,…
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The complexity of managing a legacy building in Malaysia
Image: Bangunan Warisan TNB or formerly known as Bangunan LLN – courtesy of TNB Infinity Wave was established to provide consulting to enhance facility performance. As time passed by, we pivoted and one of the product we produced was a CMMS. So, FOX (our CMMS) was intended to be part of our original core consultation services, and…
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Asset management: Definition, key strategies and long-term value
Enhancing the lifecycle of physical assets, from acquisition and operation to maintenance and disposal, is essential for achieving these goals. Asset management plays a major role in this process. A well-organised asset management strategy guarantees operational excellence and long-term value, regardless of whether it is employed to manage infrastructure, real estate, or smart building solutions.…
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Facilities management is evolving: Insight from Infinity Wave
The facilities management (FM) is evolving at an unprecedented pace, shaped by technological advancements (especially AI), unpredictable and shifting economic priorities, and new regional developments. The transformation is evident in facilities management, a sector that has historically been viewed as operational but is now becoming a strategic function in asset performance and sustainability. The reality…
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Future proofing asset management: Key trends
Looking to the future is not a great sight if the current condition of your asset is not in great shape. Asset owners have long struggling with long term asset reliability. For years, businesses in Southeast Asia have struggled with asset and maintenance management. This is mainly due to outdated manual processes, paper-based records, and…
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How facilities management contributes to employee well-being?
Facilities management contributes to employee well-being in many ways. In Southeast Asia countries, we spend long hours in the office. Unfortunately not all workplaces are designed for comfort and well-being. There are a lot of issues related to workplace that relates to facilities management. Majority of workplaces seen facilities management (FM) as maintenance work for…