POWERING PERFORMANCE: ELECTRICAL RETICULATION IN FACILITY MANAGEMENT Electrical reticulation may not be the most visible part of a facility’s infrastructure, but it plays a critical role. From lighting and HVAC systems to IT networks, production lines and backup power — nearly every operation [...]

Maximise ROI and Performance with Strategic Asset Lifecycle Management Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) is a structured approach to managing an asset from conception to retirement - encompassing planning, acquisition, deployment, operation, maintenance and eventual disposal or replacement. Fahdli Adams, Senior Key Account Manager [...]

HVAC Building Condition Assessments Key to Compliance and Safety Ensuring that heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) standards are enhanced through building condition assessments (BCAs) is a key focus for built environment advisory company, Afroteq Advisory Services (Afroteq) – on which we at [...]

WHY PROACTIVE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT IS ESSENTIAL TO WEATHER-PROOFING YOUR PROPERTY South Africa is no stranger to unpredictable weather patterns. Following a particularly wet summer in the northern parts of the country—where storms, heavy rains, and flooding left a trail of destruction in their wake—the [...]

AFMS ENGAGES WITH FELLOW BUSINESS LEADERS AT THE STATE OF THE NATION BREAKFAST The AFMS team (both FM Solutions and Afroteq subsidiaries) and clients recently attended the highly anticipated State of the Nation Business Breakfast, hosted by renowned business strategist [...]

THE CRITICAL ROLE OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT IN MITIGATING EXTREME WEATHER DAMAGE   With increasing climate unpredictability, facilities management has emerged as a frontline defence against the destructive impact of extreme weather conditions. Planned and proactive maintenance measures are essential to safeguarding buildings and office [...]

NHI BILL HIGHLIGHTS THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF PROPER MAINTENANCE IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES With the signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier this year, the spotlight on South Africa's healthcare system has never been more intense. Amidst fears that [...]