Facility Management & Digital Workplace Industry News

June 9, 2022

AMS-developed FM:Systems Integration Engine’s automated bi-directional data exchange allows organizations to easily optimize processes and resources, build virtually any workflow, and improve productivity between different groups and teams  RALEIGH, N.C., June 9, 2022 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced that AMS Workplace Technology, its award-winning PremierFM:Systems and AMS announce Bi-Directional Integration App on ServiceNow Store">... Read more »

April 28, 2022

    Written for Officeinsight by Jennifer Heath | April 2022 The newfound appreciation for remote and hybrid work — by both employees and employers — and the arrival of The Great Resignation — have put organizations on their heels when trying to set and execute plans that balance health, productivity, and employee satisfaction withOffice Insight: Ways Workplace Tech Can Create Confidence Out of Chaos">... Read more »

April 26, 2022

Platform optimizes workplace utilization using advanced analytics  RALEIGH, N.C., April 26, 2022 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced the availability of FMS:Insights, a multi-data point analysis platform that features native integration to streamline workplace spatial and bookings data, as well as occupancy and environmental sensor data.FM:Systems Introduces FMS:Insights">... Read more »

March 9, 2022

  FM:Systems VP of Product, Travis Kemp is featured in the March/April edition of FMJ, exploring how creating a workplace that supports productivity, employee retention and recruitment, and cost efficiency is a challenging task. Learn more about creating spaces that fit organizational needs. ” With the right mindset, technology and data, the question of “howFMJ: Creating spaces that fit organizational needs">... Read more »

February 22, 2022

Forbes Business Development Council Is an Invitation-Only Community for Senior-Level Sales and Business Development Executives RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 22, 2022 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced that Brian Haines, Chief Strategy Officer, has been accepted into Forbes Business Development Council, an invitation-only community for senior-level salesFM:Systems Brian Haines accepted into Forbes Business Development Council">... Read more »

February 9, 2022

Workplace Analytics, Workplace Management and Employee Experience solutions from FM:Systems allow universities to fulfill their missions more effectively and efficiently   RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 9, 2022 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced that more than 2 million students at leading global universities worldwide are now usingUniversities Increasingly Turn to Facility Management Software to Optimize Space Utilization and Safely Navigate the Return to Campus">... Read more »

January 12, 2022

The company’s customer-first strategy led to continued enhancements to its digital workplace platform, additional market-leading customers worldwide, exceptional revenue growth, and national award recognition. RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 12, 2022 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced a successful end to a year in which the company increasedFM:Systems Celebrates Record Growth, Platform Expansion and Industry Recognition in 2021">... Read more »

December 8, 2021

RALEIGH, N.C., December 8, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of the most scalable and intuitive all-in-one digital workplace platform, today announced two new leadership hires to support the company’s significant growth. In the wake of 300+% growth that earned the company a place on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list, FM:Systems welcomes Chris Peacock as itsFM:Systems Introduces Chris Peacock as CTO and Michael Hines as Vice President of Global Partnerships">... Read more »

November 17, 2021

Attributes  318% Revenue Growth to providing digital workplace solutions to help organizations navigate the future of work Raleigh, NC, November, 17, 2021 — FM:Systems today announced it ranked 368 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, nowFM:Systems Ranked Number 368 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™">... Read more »

November 11, 2021

  Written for Officeinsight by Kurt von Koch | November 8th, 2021 In September 2020, a CBRE survey found that 39% of office occupiers expected their office footprint to shrink significantly. At the time, it seemed that a new era of remote work would claim the office as its victim. But as quickly as the doom andOffice Insight: The Office’s Mark Twain Moment">... Read more »

October 22, 2021

  The Shape of Work podcast hosts FM:Systems CTO, Joe Karbowski, who goes on to discuss leadership, the future of our workplaces, and why facilities management is critical. ” I came to learn that moving an organization proved to be a much more formidable (and interesting) challenge than being able to code 20 times faster... Read more »

September 7, 2021

Digital workplace solutions provider also recognized by PropTechBreakthrough Awards for its FMS:Analytics platform helping over 1500 organizations navigate the future of work     RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 7, 2021 — FM:Systems, a dominant provider of digital workplace solutions globally, announced today it was named No. 1,490 on the annual Inc. 5000 list – the most prestigious... Read more »

August 3, 2021

RALEIGH, N.C., August 3, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of digital workplace solutions, today announced Josh Langford as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Langford joins FM:Systems during a time of strong organic growth and record demand worldwide for its best-in-class solutions that enable organizations to transform workplaces and create exceptional, healthy environments that bring employees... Read more »

July 13, 2021

FM:Systems space planning and scheduling capabilities are fully interoperable with JLL Jet, now available as part of the FM:Systems digital workplace portfolio   RALEIGH, N.C., July 13, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, announced that it is now a reseller of JLL Jet, the hybrid workplace experience app developed by JLL... Read more »

June 23, 2021

Extends FM:Systems Solutions and Provides Unprecedented Digital Workplace Experience for Employees, Contractors, Suppliers and Visitors   RALEIGH, N.C., June 23, 2021 — FM:Systems, a dominant provider of digital workplace solutions globally, announced today that it has acquired WizzPass, a rapidly growing leader in the visitor management system and workplace management market. Earlier this year, independentFM:Systems Acquires WizzPass, Gaining Best-in-Class Visitor Management Technology">... Read more »

June 18, 2021

    FM:Systems Sr. Director of Solutions Consultants, Hanna Graziano and Lisa Layman of Eighth Day Design write for the WorkDesign Magazine, highlighting the benefits of nature at work. ” When COVID struck, these heads-down workers started doing all this work at home. Instead of isolated offices, they reviewed documents wherever they did their bestWorkDesign Magazine: Bring the Outside In to Optimize Office Utilization">... Read more »

June 3, 2021

Michael Schley, founder of FM:Systems, IFMA fellow, and 30-year tech veteran in emerging digital workplace trends and facility management solutions, shares expertise on hybrid work to help business leaders prepare for the future of work  RALEIGH, N.C., June 3, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, announced today it is sponsoring theFM:Systems to Sponsor IFMA Foundation Book, “Work on the Move 3: Building Better Workplaces After the Pandemic”">... Read more »

May 10, 2021

RALEIGH, N.C., May 10, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, announced today that it has formed a Customer Advisory Board (CAB). The Board will serve as an invaluable resource for supporting continued company growth driven by increasingly helpful solutions for its customers. Customers will meet with FM:Systems leaders twice per yearFM:Systems Creates Customer Advisory Board to Align Strategy and Roadmap with Customer Needs">... Read more »

April 30, 2021

    FM:Systems VP of UK Operations, Andrew Butterworth writes for the WorkDesign Magazine, sharing the importance of rightsizing valuable office space and leveraging analytics in a comprehensive way. Butterworth, a 40 year veteran in the industry, looks at the critical competencies required, then laying out the clear step-by-step approach. Check it out here.

April 22, 2021

    FM:Systems CSO, Brian Haines writes for the WorkDesign Magazine, exploring five workplace metrics that will be key to determining which real estate measurements will achieve desirable and sustainable long-term outcomes. Check it out here.

March 22, 2021

    FM:Systems CSO, Brian Haines is featured in Facility Executive, exploring how organizations to rebound from the impact of COVID-19; this is a critical year to evaluate the role of commercial office space and square footage needs. Check it out here.

February 26, 2021

  ‘Workforce diversity goes beyond just setting a hiring strategy: You may have to overhaul your culture to ensure new hires feel welcome and can thrive. That accountability ultimately rests with the executive team and the CEO.’ Nathan Eddy takes a look and gives some insight on how Tech/SaaS companies grow a diverse workforce, andDice Insights: Tips for Growing and Retaining a Diverse Workforce in Tech">... Read more »

February 2, 2021

Veteran financial executive to accelerate company’s expansion amid massive growth of digital workplace market RALEIGH, N.C., FEB. 2, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, today announced the appointment of Tim Taylor as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and newest member of the senior leadership team. The finance veteran joins on the heelsFM:Systems Appoints Tim Taylor as its new Chief Financial Officer">... Read more »

January 20, 2021

  ‘Saying good-bye is hard to do. Worse, however, is pouring precious resources into a project that’s doomed to failure.‘ John Edwards reveals the 7 indicators that tell us when it’s time for initiatives to be laid to rest. FM:Systems’ Brian Hains, VP of Strategy advised, “If a decision … was made before the pandemic,7 Signs it’s time to kill an IT investment – CIO Magzine">... Read more »

January 12, 2021

RALEIGH, N.C., JAN. 12, 2021 — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, announced today a successful end to 2020 as it surpassed the 1,500 customer milestone, topped off with new leadership to head its expanding presence in the public sector, garnered industry accolades, and expanded the growing team. This growth is a testamentFM:Systems Surpasses Customer Benchmark in 2020 Driven by Rapid Innovation   ">... Read more »

December 15, 2020

Drive additional presence and success for the only comprehensive FedRAMP certified workplace management solution RALEIGH, N.C., DEC. 15, 2020  — FM:Systems, provider of global workplace management technology solutions, today announced it has hired Mark Guthrie to serve as the company’s vice president of government. Guthrie brings decades of experience across the IT industry with successFM:Systems Hires Mark Guthrie as VP of Government to Deliver Workplace Management Capabilities to Growing Public Sector Customer-Base">... Read more »

November 20, 2020

Brian Hains, FM:Systems VP of Strategy, speaks with Reworked about the hybrid workplace. Kya Ismail discussed with Hains how businesses utilize office space and the key considerations for the hybrid work model. Read the full piece via Reworked here.

November 13, 2020

FM:Systems CEO, Kurt Von Koch, discusses with Business Insider the steps to take for a business to be resilient through a crisis. SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) carried out a survey in April 2020 that found 24% of employers didn’t have an emergency preparedness plan before he pandemic. Kurt von Koch, CEO of FM:Systems,Resilient businesses have an emergency preparedness plan ready for any crisis.">... Read more »

October 23, 2020

The Golden Bridge Awards Winners To Be Celebrated in Virtual Ceremony on December 7   Raleigh, N.C – October 23, 2020 – FM:Systems announced today that Golden Bridge Awards has named FM:Systems Environment Fusion Sensors a Bronze winner in the 12th Annual 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards®. The coveted annual Golden Bridge Awards program recognizesFM:Systems wins the 12th Annual 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards®, Bronze">... Read more »

October 1, 2020

FM:Systems Chief Marketing Officer, Karen Styres, meets with Authority Magazine as part of their series about strong women leaders. Candice Georgiadis interviews Karen for Authority Magazine, for the series on strong women leaders. Candice dives in on various topics, including what it takes to be a successful CMO, advice to other female leaders and careerKaren Styres, FM:Systems CMO, featured in Authority Magazine">... Read more »

September 11, 2020

Held September 15-17, virtual conference designed to help organizations unlock the power of facilities data and deliver safe, flexible workspaces.   Raleigh, N.C (Sept. 10, 2020) – FM:Systems, a digital workplace technology provider to better manage and optimize facilities, will host the 2020 Building Insights User Conference virtually from September 15 to 17. FM:Systems’ executivesFM:Systems to Discuss Post-Pandemic Workplace Solutions at the 2020 Building Insights User Conference">... Read more »

September 9, 2020

FM:Systems CEO, Kurt Von Koch, meets with Authority Magazine on plans going forward to rebuild post pandemic Charlie Katz interviews Kurt in Authority Magazine, which brings Leadership Lessons from global leaders. Katz dives in on various topics, including business principles Kurt abides by, as well as how challenges are being addressed and what FM:Systems willKurt Von Koch: How We Plan To Rebuild In The Post COVID Economy">... Read more »

August 24, 2020

FM:Systems wins 2020 Vision Award for its Environmental Sensors Vision Awards, sponsored by FacilitiesNet.com saw FM:Systems win the 2020 Vision Award in the Smart Buildings / IoT / Software category, for the Environmental Sensors. Dan Hounsell, editor-in-chief of Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine said, “We received more entries than last year when we launched the VisionsFM:Systems Honored with 2020 Vision Awards">... Read more »

July 24, 2020

An Open Letter to CEOs FM:Systems’ CEO, Kurt von Koch, wrote an open letter to all CEOs about putting employees first during these difficult times. “To the CEOs, decision makers, and leaders of organizations, Your job has forever changed…” Read the full letter on TechHR here.

July 15, 2020

ResourceXpress and FM:Systems Expand Partnership by Offering Touchless Hot desk Devices to Help Improve Workplace Safety for the Post-Pandemic Return to Work ResourceXpress and FM:Systems have expanded their partnership by enabling the QUBI3 touchless hot desk device to integrate with the FM:Systems Resource Scheduler (RS) solution. Organizations using or considering FM: Systems Resource Scheduler forFM:Systems and ResourceXpress Expand Partnership">... Read more »

July 7, 2020

Map leverages actual space utilization data within FM:Systems workplace management technology solutions to deliver timely insights and trends on organizations reopenings worldwide and by country   RALEIGH, N.C., JULY 7, 2020  — Global workplace management technology provider, FM:Systems, has launched a new Workplace Reopening Tracker map that shows timely insights and trends highlighting when andFM:Systems Launches Global Workplace Reopening Tracker to Help Organizations Plan for a Safe Re-Entry and Successful Rebound amid a COVID-19 World">... Read more »

March 27, 2020

This rebrand, integration and overall positioning is a strong strategic move and sends a clear message that FM:Systems is focusing on helping create workspaces that are functional, agile and safer This brings together its string of recent acquisitions with its existing IWMS platform, that historically focused on space and workplace management. In July 2019, FM:SystemsVerdantix: FM:Systems is rebranding its product offerings as a Digital Workplace Solutions Suite">... Read more »

March 9, 2020

Leading the Evolution of Traditional Facilities Management to Employee Experience and Workplaces   Raleigh, N.C. – March 9, 2020 – To help facility and real estate teams effectively manage even the most demanding building portfolios under challenging environments and employees with mobility and tech-savvy expectations, FM:Systems has assembled the FM:Systems Digital Workplace suite of solutions.Launching FM:Systems’ Digital Workplace Solutions Suite: Analytics-Based Solutions for Creating and Managing Employee-Centric Workplaces">... Read more »

February 20, 2020

M:Systems, a provider of solutions that enable facility and real estate teams to better manage and optimize their facilities, achieved record company growth and expansion in 2019. With the 2019 acquisition of Rifiniti Workplace Analytics and Asure Software’s Workspace Management product portfolio, over 1,400 organizations are using FM:Systems workplace management solutions to oversee more than 3 billion square feet across 30 countries worldwide.

December 18, 2019

FM:Systems today announced the launch of enhanced Maintenance Dashboards within its flagship software platform, and fixME, a mobile maintenance application which doesn’t require continual network connectivity for critical functionality, are the latest innovations that will ensure facilities teams have access to information required to keep building operations running at optimal levels.

December 3, 2019

Combines Industry Leading Software and Hardware Solutions to Empower Real Estate and Facilities Professionals to Create the Ideal Workplace RALEIGH, N.C. – 12/03/2019 – FM:Systems, a leader in facility management technology that enables facility and real estate professionals to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee, announced today that it has acquiredFM:Systems Announces its acquisition of Asure Software’s Workspace Management Portfolio of Products">... Read more »

November 27, 2019

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Foundation awarded over $115,000 in scholarships to 27 students at the IFMA World Workplace Conference and Expo in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. These scholarships honor the outstanding achievements of students studying the field of facility management and the built environment.

November 19, 2019

FM:Systems, a leader in facility management and workplace analytics technology that enables facility and real estate professionals to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee, announced today that it has been selected by the Triangle Business Journal to receive the Fast 50 award as one of the area’s top 50 fastest growing privately held companies.

October 8, 2019

Combines Industry Leading Software and Hardware Solutions to Empower Real Estate and Facilities Professionals to Create the Ideal Workplace   RALEIGH, NC., October 08, 2019 – FM:Systems, a leader in facility management technology that enables facility and real estate professionals to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee, announced today its plan... Read more »

August 29, 2019

Kevin Fitzpatrick brings immense experience and leadership to expand presence in the UK RALEIGH, N.C. – 8/29/2019 – FM:Systems, a leader in facility management technology that enables facility and real estate professionals to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee, announced today the hiring of Kevin Fitzpatrick as the Managing Director of... Read more »

August 7, 2019

HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA. – 8/7/2019 – The IFMA Foundation today announced a major development in its Global Workforce Initiative, a multi-industry effort to fill a growing talent gap in the facility management field. FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) software, announced its three-year commitment to support this initiative and the funding... Read more »

July 10, 2019

Collaboration Empowers Real Estate and Facilities Professionals with Machine Learning to Create the Ideal Workplace RALEIGH, N.C. – 7/10/2019 – FM:Systems, a leader in facility management technology that enables facility and real estate professionals to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee, announced today its acquisition of Rifiniti, a provider of advanced... Read more »

May 16, 2019

Self-Assessment Available Online, Benchmarks Six Categories of Workplace Management Maturity for Becoming Best-in-Class RALEIGH, N.C. – 5/16/2019 – A new study conducted by independent market research firm Verdantix, commissioned by FM:Systems, finds that organizations investing in technologies that provide a complete view of how their space is being used, and leveraging the data for strategic... Read more »

March 12, 2019

This detailed benchmark highlights that the market for IWMS solutions is currently thriving. 2018 was one of the hottest years for new IWMS implementations boosted by buyer interest in modules for lease compliance and strategic space management.

August 29, 2018

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, announced today that Seattle Children’s Hospital has selected FM:Interact as their software platform for the management and reporting of their facility data enterprise-wide.

April 12, 2018

FM:Systems has been recognized as the top performer by Verdantix in their report, ‘IWMS Benchmark: Space Management And Workplace Services.’ As a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, FM:Systems differentiates its comprehensive solution with best-in-class capabilities for Space Optimization. Further, FM:Systems garnered high remarks in Workplace Services functionality in addition to its best-in-class capabilities for space management.

February 8, 2018

FM:Systems today announced the release of space management best practice guidelines based upon more than 30 years working with clients and the facility management industry. The purpose of this guide is to share the best practices that have developed in the profession over the past several decades, explain key decisions that organizations must make and discuss current trends in the use of workspace.

February 1, 2018

Zenit, a Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and consulting services firm has partnered with FM:Systems as a value added partner specializing in bringing BIM expertise to building owners in the healthcare and higher education space. FM:Systems is an innovator in the Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software market.

October 18, 2017

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, announced the launch of bookME, a digital interface designed to make space management personal and give every employee DIY access to any reserve-able room, anytime, anywhere.

September 28, 2017

IMMERSIVx, a facilities software and consulting services firm has partnered with FM:Systems as a value added partner specializing in bringing BIM and GIS expertise to building owners and occupiers. FM:Systems is an innovator in the Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software market.

August 31, 2017

FM:Systems has been recognized as a leader by Verdantix in their 2017 Green Quadrant Analysis for IWMS. As a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, FM:Systems garnered high remarks in its breadth of functionality in addition to its best-in-class capabilities for space optimization.

August 29, 2017

FM: Systems announced today that Skip Yakopec, a seasoned sales executive, has joined the company’s leadership team as Vice President of Sales. Yakopec brings more than 35 years of experience to FM:Systems, including extensive sales management experience with global publicly and privately held companies. Yakopec will report directly to Kurt von Koch, President of FM:Systems.

July 12, 2017

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, announced that CEO and Founder Michael Schley has been elected to the position of Chair for the IFMA Foundation.

June 8, 2017

Gary Hollis, VP of Software Development at FM:Systems, has been with the company for nearly a decade and was involved in its decision to implement Exago BI last year. As a facilities and real-estate management solution, FM:Systems clients include federal agencies with strict security standards, requiring that any business intelligence platform introduced also meet those governmental strictures. These needs were in addition to traditional data security requirements for multi-tenant environments, like user authorization and row-level restrictions.

April 4, 2017

FM:Systems announced gold level support for the 2017 Workplace Strategy Summit organized by the IFMA Foundation and to be held May 30 – June 1 in Stockholm, Sweden. The summit will feature a gathering of the leading thinkers in workplace strategy and will be held in conjunction with World Workplace Europe.

February 28, 2017

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, is proud to announce support for the newly released Work on the Move 2, an IFMA Foundation Publication that focuses on how the workplace is transforming in today’s highly dynamic facilities environments.

February 2, 2017

FM:Systems announced it has secured a substantial investment from Accel-KKR, a leading technology-focused private equity firm. The investment will provide capital and resources to significantly accelerate product innovation, growth in new and existing markets and service offerings to support an expanding international client base and rapidly evolving market.

October 3, 2016

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, announced a partnership agreement with CoWorkr, an emerging leader in the area of real-time occupancy sensing and analysis.

May 26, 2016

Novigos Engineering, an Autodesk Certified Reseller, today announced their partnership with FM:Systems to provide integrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) and facility management solutions in Italy. FM:Systems is an innovator in the Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software market.

May 19, 2016

FM:Systems announced the forthcoming availability of version 8.5 of its Web-based FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. Available in June, FM:Interact version 8.5 offers new features and capabilities that will allow organizations to operate their facility portfolios more effectively by providing advanced business intelligence tools and unparalleled data visualization.

May 17, 2016

Snertill, one of Autodesk’s leading partners in Iceland, has partnered with FM:Systems to extend the reach of FM:Systems capabilities to facility management customers in Iceland. FM:Systems is an innovator in the Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) software market.

January 7, 2016

FM:Systems announced that Brian Haines, FM:Systems Director of Marketing, has been elected to the position of Vice Chair for the National Institute of Building Science (NIBS) COBie Task Group (CTG).

November 2, 2015

FM:Systems, a leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, is proud to announce support for the newly launched online FM Academic Registry.

September 11, 2015

FM:Systems announced that CEO and Founder Michael Schley has been elected to the position of Second Vice Chair for the IFMA Foundation. The IFMA Foundation is the charitable arm of IFMA, charged with serving society in the areas of facility management education and workforce development.

February 11, 2015

“We are excited for Tom to join FM:Systems as our CFO said Michael Schley, CEO and Founder for FM:Systems. “His extensive experience in management and finance will be instrumental in helping guide our company through its next stage of growth.”

January 27, 2015

FM:Systems announced the availability of Version 8.4 of its Web-based FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. FM:Interact Version 8.4 offers a variety of new features and capabilities that will allow organizations to rapidly respond to change in highly dynamic facilities environments.

December 23, 2014

CEO and Founder Michael Schley was awarded the 2014 IFMA Foundation Trustees Award at World Workplace 2014. The award recognized his outstanding contributions to the facilities management industry and the IFMA Foundation in the area of emerging workplace strategies.

June 4, 2014

“FM:Systems is proud to be a platinum sponsor for the Workplace Strategy Summit,” said Michael Schley, CEO and Founder for FM:Systems.” The traditional approaches to reactive space management are being replaced by creative, proactive ideas in workplace strategy, and the important work conducted at this summit enables us to be at the forefront of change in today’s dynamic facilities environments.”

February 24, 2014

FM:Systems, a leading provider of integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software today announced the availability of Version 8.3 of its Web-based FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. FM:Interact version 8.3 offers a variety of new features and capabilities that will allow organizations to rapidly respond to changing requirements across their entire real estate portfolio.

September 18, 2013

FM:Systems today announced its partnership with Cadline, a Platinum Awarded Autodesk Partner specialising in the supply of innovative design technology and associated consultancy, integration and professional services covering Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Process and Plant, Structural Analysis and Facilities Management.

June 13, 2013

CADD Microsystems, an Autodesk Platinum Partner, today announced that, in partnership with FM:Systems, it recently won contracts with four government agencies to provide facilities and space management solutions. The contracts include work with U.S. Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Postal Service.

April 18, 2013

U.S. CAD, one of Autodesk’s largest Authorized Gold Resellers, today announced that it has joined the FM:Systems Certified Business Partner Program. FM:Systems is an innovator in the integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software market.

August 1, 2012

FM:Systems and AMS CAD + CAFM Solutions today announced a partnership to significantly enhance FM:Mobile, an application providing browser-based mobile access for the FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite.

July 18, 2012

FM:Systems continues to lead the market in connecting Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Facility Management (FM) by announcing FM:BIM. FM:BIM, a cloud-based system integrated with BIM data, helps architects, engineers and contractors share building information with owners throughout the lifecycle of the building.

May 1, 2012

FM:Systems, a provider of integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software, continues to lead the market in Lifecycle Building Information Modeling (BIM) by announcing significant enhancements in its BIM Integration Component with the latest release of FM:Interact.

March 20, 2012

FM:Systems today announced it has completed the Construction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBie) Challenge at this year’s Building Operating Management’s National Facilities Management and Technology (NFMT) Conference. FM:Systems was certified as a consumer of COBie space, asset and related attribute data.

February 28, 2012

FM:Systems today announced it experienced record growth in 2011, exceeding financial goals and adding new partners, product and service offerings to its portfolio.

January 31, 2012

FM:Systems announced FM:Interact is enabling Harvard Pilgrim Health Care to effectively track, analyze and report facilities information to improve operational effectiveness and minimize costs.

November 22, 2011

Autodesk, Inc. a world leader in 2D and 3D design, engineering and entertainment software for the manufacturing, building, construction, media and entertainment markets, today announced it has selected FM:Systems and Advanced Spatial technologies Pty Ltd (ASt), an FM:Systems solution provider, to provide integrated building information modeling (BIM) and facility management (FM) solutions across Australia, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific.

November 1, 2011

A customer for more than ten years, Amegy Bank originally selected FM:Systems for its space management solution, but as the bank grew, so did its need for efficiency. Looking to automate all previously manual operations, Amegy upgraded to the FM:Interact Space Management and Facility Maintenance Management Modules.

October 18, 2011

FM:Systems announced the launch of FM:Mobile, browser-based mobile access for the FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. Now, real estate and facilities professionals can access facilities information from iPhones and iPads, enabling greater flexibility and mobility in how they manage their portfolio.

September 12, 2011

“It’s important to continue to develop programs and services for our existing customers, and to help them expand their skills on our products,” said Michael Schley, founder and CEO, FM:Systems. “It’s all about listening to the needs of our customers and providing them with the tools they need to be successful.”

August 30, 2011

FM:Systems announced continued global expansion, signing on partners Precision Design Solutions in Malaysia, Geomap GIS America in Montreal, PX Engineering in Norway and Crown Systems in Singapore. This comes on the heels of FM:Systems’ recent partnership with Shanghai, China-based FacilityOne.

July 26, 2011

FM:Systems, a provider of integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software, today announced support for Autodesk Revit Architecture 2012 and Autodesk Revit MEP 2012 software through an integration with its FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. The integration lets FM:Interact customers use BIM (Building Information Modeling) data for facility management and operations.

March 29, 2011

Partnership answers the building information modeling needs of China’s rapid building growth and industry modernization.

March 22, 2011

Recently named to the Challenger quadrant of Gartner’s IWMS Magic Quadrant FM:Systems is well-positioned to become the fastest growing vendor in the market.

November 29, 2010

FM:Systems announced that the transition of Autodesk FMDesktop customers to FM:Systems products has been a success, with more than 45 percent of Autodesk FMDesktop customers moving to the FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite. Earlier this year Autodesk selected FM:Systems as its preferred industry partner for facility management and announced the transition program for FMDesktop customers.

November 11, 2010

FM:Systems announced that a percentage of sales from the recently released FM:Interact Sustainability Module will be donated to the IFMA Foundation to support the foundation’s research efforts. The IFMA Foundation underwrites research projects, funds education programs and sponsors scholarships to benefit facility management.

November 5, 2010

FM:Systems announced it was named as one of the fastest growing companies in the Triangle area of North Carolina by the Triangle Business Journal. Companies were selected based on dollar growth, percentage rate of growth, and profitability over a three year period.

October 26, 2010

FM:Systems announced the availability of FM:Interact’s direct integration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR® energy performance rating system. The direct integration allows FM:Interact to seamlessly deliver ENERGY STAR performance ratings, the most widely used benchmark for energy use in commercial buildings.

August 10, 2010

FM:Interact Version 8.0 helps customers drive sustainability efforts and share building information modeling (BIM) data throughout the building lifecycle.

June 29, 2010

“Every year we bring our customers together so they can network with others in their field, share ideas, and ensure they realize the full potential of our products,” said Michael Schley, founder and CEO, FM:Systems. “The feedback from our customers continues to be overwhelmingly positive and the fact that a number return year after year speaks to the value of the event.”

March 9, 2010

APPLIED SOFTWARE, a leader in Building Information Modeling solutions, today announced that it has joined the FM:Systems Business Partner Program. FM:Systems is an innovator in the integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software market.