Category: Built Environment
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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 This is mainly due to outdated manual processes, paper-based records, and…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…
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Improving operation with Integrated Facilities Management System
Facility management is a complex job. It involves maintaining buildings, ensuring safety, managing resources, and keeping occupants happy. In Southeast Asia, facility managers face additional challenges such as high humidity affecting building materials, strict energy efficiency regulations, and rapid urban growth. Traditionally, facility management relied on manual processes and paper-based records. Teams struggled with delayed…
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Facilities management challenges in healthcare facilities
Facilities management plays a crucial role in healthcare buildings. It ensures hospitals and clinics operate smoothly, keeping patients, doctors, and staff safe and comfortable. In Southeast Asia, where healthcare facilities range from modern hospitals in cities to small rural clinics, good facility management is essential. Without it, healthcare services can be disrupted, and patient care…
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How smart building technology improves occupant experience
Image: One Bangkok project in Thailand Imagine walking into an office where the air feels fresh despite the heat, lights adjusted to your presence, and the temperature stays comfortable without wasting energy. This is the reality of smart building technology and it’s transforming workplaces across Southeast Asia. In short, this is how smart building technology…
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Predictive maintenance and CMMS for maintenance management
Maintenance is essential in keeping buildings, machines, and infrastructure running smoothly. Whether it’s a hospital, factory, or office building, equipment failure can lead to costly downtime, safety risks, and lost productivity. Traditionally, companies rely on reactive or preventive maintenance strategies. However, new technologies like Predictive Maintenance and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) are changing the…