Big things are happening in the grocery world: online grocery sales have more than tripled between 2013 and 2018, while meal kits, on-demand delivery services and other digital alternatives increasingly tempt shoppers away from traditional grocery shopping. Amazon continues to shake things up after its acquisition of Whole Foods, making its same-day grocery delivery service free for all Prime Read More

Refrigeration and air conditioning are arguably two of the greatest innovations of the 20th century, having reshaped societies everywhere by improving health, sanitation, and overall quality of life. ‘What happens in Vegas,’ for example, wouldn’t be much without refrigeration and air conditioning keeping all those gamblers, diners, and entertainment seekers oh-so-comfortable inside the mega-towers Read More

A recent Forbes survey of nearly 600 senior executives uncovered some interesting insights on the topic of digital transformation. In terms of top business priorities, the survey found that revenue growth was number one, followed closely by cost cutting. In today’s heavily automated, digitally-driven business environment, it’s no surprise that corporations are starting to scrutinize the “legacy” Read More

As any first-year finance-major student can tell you, there are two big levers that businesses can use to maximize profit: Increasing revenues and containing costs. The latter is especially applicable in today’s competitive corporate landscape – yet when most businesses implement a cost containment initiative, they mostly focus on the most obvious cost centers - the lowest of the low hanging Read More

ServiceX 2019 truly exceeded our expectations. Attendance at this year’s event was incredible, breaking records from all prior years. We had the opportunity to connect with customers, industry leaders, and friends who came from far and wide, each with a keen interest in learning more about what ServiceChannel has to offer.  Our theme throughout the event was focused on the importance of Read More

We can’t wait to welcome you to ServiceX 2019! We’ve spent the last several months lining up speakers, preparing the space, and putting together incredible content to educate attendees on the latest trends and topics in facilities management – and we think this year’s event will be our best yet.  With all the excitement, of course, comes plenty of logistical planning: We put together this guide Read More

The digital era we live in today is certainly not lacking in terms of the volume of data we collect. Industry experts estimate that since 2013, we will have doubled the amount of data collected each year, going from 4.4 trillion to 44 trillion gigabytes by 2020. The facilities management world is no exception to this trend. The problem, however, is this: Despite the deluge of data itself, Read More

ServiceX 2019 is just around the corner. We’re gearing up to welcome over 300 industry leaders, executives, and facilities professionals to the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa on September 22, 2019. Our action-packed, three-day event features keynotes from Union Square Hospitality Group CEO and Shake Shack Founder Danny Meyer, Award-Winning Chef and TV Personality Jeff Henderson, and Read More

Saving money is often a primary motivator for facilities departments to implement an FM system. However, not every system has the comprehensive functionality to drive cost savings across all aspects of a facilities operation. ServiceChannel’s Service Automation platform has worked with over 200 leading multi-site brands, uncovering savings in all parts of their businesses. Here are 11 specific Read More

The relationship between facilities management teams and providers is certainly unique and, at times, can be difficult to navigate. The best relationships between FMs and providers require that both parties are unified around a common mission or goal – however, achieving this goal may be easier said than done. This is why communication, honesty, and clarity are critical to FMs and providers’ Read More

If you’re still running your facilities management program on a spreadsheet – or, worse, a growing pile of paper invoices – you already know that it’s time for an upgrade. From scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance to addressing emergency breakdowns and making sure invoices are paid on time, day-to-day FM responsibilities are time-consuming: When all this is carried out manually, it’s Read More

Considering brick-and-mortar retail industry’s current, tumultuous state in the midst of digital transformation, retailers big and small are scrambling to reprioritize the importance of their facilities data. Retailers that want to stand out amongst stiff competition need to understand that sourcing, compiling, analyzing, and creating actionable insights around their stores is central to improving Read More

While most would consider winter weather to pose the greatest challenge to facilities managers, the hot summer months can bring their own set of difficulties. Thunderstorms, heavy rains, wildfires, tornadoes, extreme heat, and even hurricanes can put businesses at risk for serious damage – and, if not caught early, this can lead to significant operational downtime. In fact, more than 40% of Read More

Companies have been considering the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment as just the “cost of doing business” for far too long. The reality, of course, is that for many companies, facilities and facilities management are essential to the core mission of the business. This goes without saying for retail and restaurants, but it’s just as true for banking, healthcare, Read More

ServiceX, our exclusive 3-day conference, is back for another year. We can’t wait for you to join us on September 22nd-24th in Scottsdale, AZ for what is set to be our best learning event yet.  This year’s show has an amazing lineup of sessions designed with a deep understanding of the high-pressure environment and complexities of managing facilities, a profession in the throes of digital Read More

Risk management is not just for risk managers anymore. For multi-site retail, restaurant and convenience store brands, facility management impacts all facets of an organization. With hundreds of locations, thousands of commercial contractors, and millions of customers, there are all kinds of formal and informal touchpoints outsiders have with a company. And there is potential risk inherent Read More