Left Coast Facilities Consulting Recognized in the 2025 BUILD Magazine Facilities Management Awards
We’re proud to announce that Left Coast Facilities Consulting has been officially named a winner in the BUILD Magazine Facilities Management Awards 2025, joining a prestigious group of companies celebrated for their innovation, service excellence, and impact across the built environment. From the initial nomination to the judging process, this recognition reflects a rigorous review […]
Why Preventive Maintenance Is Key to Cost Savings and ROI in Facilities
Once upon a time in buildings everywhere, maintenance teams worked with clipboards, pagers, and an unspoken mantra: “Fix it when it breaks.” Equipment hummed along—until it didn’t. A boiler failure in the middle of winter. An HVAC shutdown on the hottest summer day. Emergency repair calls at 2 a.m., overtime pay stacking up, and tenants […]
The Impact of Remote Work on Facility Management Strategies
A Rapid Shift in Work Dynamics The way we work has changed significantly over the last 50 years. The impact on facilities and our workspace has been exponential. As FM professionals, how are we being affected? In the last decade, the workplace has experienced dramatic, unprecedented changes—and we’re only at the beginning. Remote work, new […]
NNN Lease Explained: What Tenants Need to Know About Facility Management
If you’re managing a business from a leased property, you’re likely juggling more than just rent. Between inventory, staffing, customer service, and daily operations, the last thing you want is an unexpected facility crisis that disrupts everything you’ve worked to build. Take the case of a coffee shop franchisee we worked with. Business was booming—until […]
Smart Green Spaces: The Facility Manager’s Approach to Sustainable Landscaping
What’s the Problem? Look around at most office buildings, schools, or shopping centers. What do you see? Probably tons of concrete parking lots, some grass that nobody ever uses, and a few decorative plants that need constant watering. Building managers often see outdoor spaces as just something they have to maintain, not as something useful. […]
Energy Efficient Strategies for FMs: Best Practices and Innovations
Facility Managers are under pressure from every angle—rising energy costs, ESG mandates, aging infrastructure, and shifting occupant expectations. You’re expected to cut utility bills, extend equipment life, and meet sustainability goals—without compromising comfort or uptime. But let’s face it: swapping in LED lights or tweaking thermostats isn’t enough anymore. Many facilities still lose thousands annually […]
Facility Management Contract: Your Complete Negotiation Guide
Facility management (FM) contracts are the backbone of how companies maintain clean, secure, and operational spaces — whether it’s a single building or an international real estate portfolio. While templates and standard clauses are helpful, the best way to make these contracts work is by figuring out the right rules and details that fit exactly […]
Emergency Planning: What It Is and Why It Is Crucial
Emergency Preparedness Plans for places of work are required legally. Emergency Preparedness Plans for places of work are required operationally. Every business has a duty of care to keep personnel and visitors safe in ANY emergency. Following is the Ten Commandments of workplace emergency planning as required by law for EVERY employer in the U.S. […]
Your Straightforward Guide to Choosing the Right Facility Manager
Facility management (FM) isn’t just about fixing broken equipment—it’s a crucial factor in your company’s operational efficiency, employee satisfaction, and long-term cost savings. The right FM provider can reduce expenses, enhance workplace productivity, and ensure your business remains resilient in the face of unexpected disruptions. This guide will help you navigate the key aspects of […]
The Hidden Costs of Non-Compliance: Fire Safety and Your Bottom Line
Fires cost businesses billions of dollars annually, not just in direct damage, but also in lost revenue, legal fees, food security, and reputational harm. Consider the devastating fire that ripped through a food processing plant in Moses Lake, Washington in 2023. The blaze, which took dozens of firefighters to battle, not only destroyed the facility […]
