Posts by BOMA/GLA Education
Call for Plumbing Repair Right Away if You Notice These Signs
Plumbing issues can spell big trouble for your building; if the water isn’t running, the floors are flooded or the bathrooms aren’t working, you may not be able to stay operational at all. Some plumbing emergencies are obvious — water gushing from a toilet or sink is obviously a problem, as is a burst pipe or obvious flood
Read MoreIndoor Air Quality and Your Tenants: How often should your HVAC system be inspected?
Indoor Air Quality and Your Tenants: How often should your HVAC system be inspected? Air Conditioning, Electrical/Mechanical, Engineering, HVAC Your HVAC system keeps your building, and your tenants, comfortable in all kinds of weather and conditions. While heating and cooling is the primary role of your commercial HVAC system, it also has a significant impact…
Read MoreBeing Green: Tips to Stay on Top of Recycling Regulations
For building management, recycling can be a double-edged sword. We all want to participate in helping the planet, but with constant new regulations, it can seem like recycling programs are more about avoiding fines. Here’s how to stay ahead of the curve and keep it green.
Read MoreGetting an HVAC repair? You may need a roof inspection too!
If your HVAC is malfunctioning, your primary concern will be getting a skilled technician in place and getting the unit repaired, right away. While the sooner you get an ailing HVAC unit seen, the better, you should also consider having a roof inspection as well.
Read MoreImprove Efficiency through Building Automation
Building automation brings with it more efficient building operations including improved occupant comfort, cost savings due to a reduction in energy usage, increased productivity, and better data insight.
Read MoreRenegotiating Contracts: How to Craft Win-Win Scenarios
There is little doubt that the global spread of an unknown virus unleashed unprecedented problems for American business, and the impact on commercial real estate is both wide and deep. But beyond the problems that every developer, landlord or tenant must face, there are also opportunities that can be identified …
Read MoreReopening CA Survey- We Want to Hear From You!
Reopening CA Survey- We Want to Hear From You! Community, Covid-19 What Keeps You Up At Night? We recently sent out a survey asking members to let us know “what keeps you up at night.” These concerns can be about anything affecting our community, from COVID-19, to industry re-openings, even the homelessness crisis. We’re off to…
Read MoreStop Wasting Time and Be Productive with These Four Time Management Systems
Few industries require the kind of self-starter motivation to succeed that real estate does. That’s why it’s so critical to stay productive. However, in today’s world there are constant barriers to not only staying focused but maximizing effectiveness. Thankfully, there are several systems out there that will allow you to reorganize your time through …
Read MoreHow Technology Can Maximize the Efficiency of Virtual Work
Remote work was on the rise long before the age of COVID. But what was an upward trend has suddenly become the standard, forcing companies to make the transition whether they are ready or not. In today’s world, the ability to maximize efficiency while working virtually is a key component of success …
Read MoreWorking From Home? Six Steps to Achieve Work-Life Balance During a Pandemic
Since the start of the COVID pandemic, record numbers of people have begun working from home. About one-third of Americans now report to work from a home office. This could be in their kitchen, their bedroom, or even a garage …
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