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FMB approved as first Indigenous CPA Pre-approved Training Program in B.C.

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Indigenous organization to deliver the pre-approved program to support the training of future CPAs.

Key Points: 
  • Indigenous organization to deliver the pre-approved program to support the training of future CPAs.
  • “Through our partnership with the FMB, we hope to see more Indigenous students pursue the CPA designation.”
    By becoming a pre-approved program office in B.C., the FMB will support future CPAs by providing them supervision, guidance, on-the-job training and instruction on ethical issues, and progress reviews.
  • “It’s vital that our profession starts developing the talent pipeline for future Indigenous CPAs,” says FMB Executive Chair, Harold Calla, FCPA, FCGA, CAFM.
  • Hosting this kind of training opportunity at Indigenous institutions can be helpful, and we are proud to be the first to do so.

HARVESTING BIM: Collectus® for Facility Owners Who Want BIM Data for FM & GIS Needs

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

To view the details of this lecture, click this link: https://www.nfmt.com/baltimore/2023/education/sessiondetails/How-to-Bene...

Key Points: 
  • This BIM data should be ideal for harvesting and populating any facility management & indoor GIS program for the operations and maintenance of the completed project.
  • This lecture will explore a workflow called COLLECTUS which coordinates and validates BIM data structure across all AEC trades, streamlining HARVESTING BIM data for any CAFM, CMMS and GIS deliverable.
  • This lecture presentation will include case studies of harvested project BIM data to a variety of indoor FM & GIS programs.
  • This workflow immediately benefits Facility Owners in their pursuit of HARVESTING BIM and requires minimal knowledge of BIM by the Facility Owners, alleviating their staff, budget, and time for BIM management.

Middle East Facility Management Services Market to grow by USD 34.05 billion from 2022 to 2027, Growing adoption of technology to be a key trend in the market - Technavio

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Monday, March 13, 2023

The growing adoption of technology in facility management to improve efficiency is a major trend in the market during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The growing adoption of technology in facility management to improve efficiency is a major trend in the market during the forecast period.
  • Hence, rapid technological advances like these are expected to boost the growth of the facility management services market in the Middle East during the forecast period.
  • The rapid growth in commercial construction activities in the region has been a significant driver for the Middle East facility management services market growth.
  • One of the key factors driving growth in the facility management services market in India is the rising levels of outsourcing in building management.

NAFA ANNOUNCES ALL-NEW MEDIA DAY TO HIGHLIGHT BREAKING NEWS FROM EXHIBITORS AT 2023 INSTITUTE & EXPO

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Monday, February 13, 2023

EDISON, N.J., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today announced an all-new press event featuring the latest breaking industry news to be held at NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo, the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.

Key Points: 
  • EDISON, N.J., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today announced an all-new press event featuring the latest breaking industry news to be held at NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo, the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.
  • Leading fleet and mobility suppliers to share breaking news, innovations or other announcements at NAFA Institute & Expo
    NAFA 2023 I&E exhibitors will have the opportunity to unveil their breaking news, innovations or announcements in a press-conference style event featuring back-to-back announcements every 15 minutes.
  • NAFA's new Media Day will take place in the I&E Press Room at the Baltimore Convention Center on April 17 from 2:15-4:45 p.m. NAFA exhibitors can apply to participate in Media Day here .
  • Media planning to attend Media Day should RSVP to [email protected] for additional information.

NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo to Feature Exciting Sessions on Fleet Electrification, Management Best Practices, and More

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

EDISON, N.J., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today unveiled its education session line-up for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.

Key Points: 
  • EDISON, N.J., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today unveiled its education session line-up for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.
  • There is no better place for fleet management industry education than NAFA Institute & Expo.
  • "There is no better place for fleet management industry education than NAFA Institute & Expo," said Raymond Brisby, CAFM, NAFA Board President.
  • The education sessions cover a range of industry topics from management best practices and operating in a recession to EVs and core challenges.

Soho Square Exits Alpine Fire Engineers Following 4 Years of Strong Growth

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Soho Square Capital LLP (“Soho Square”), an investment firm focused on serving the financing needs of established and growing UK and European SMEs, announced that it has exited its investment in Alpine Fire Engineers (“Alpine” or “the Company”) to WestBridge, a private equity house that invests in UK small cap buyouts and lower mid-market companies, following a period of strong growth for the Company.

Key Points: 
  • Soho Square Capital LLP (“Soho Square”), an investment firm focused on serving the financing needs of established and growing UK and European SMEs, announced that it has exited its investment in Alpine Fire Engineers (“Alpine” or “the Company”) to WestBridge, a private equity house that invests in UK small cap buyouts and lower mid-market companies, following a period of strong growth for the Company.
  • Led by its high quality and committed management team, Alpine has built a reputation for technical excellence and best in class service.
  • Soho Square became Alpine’s first institutional investor in 2018, backing an acceleration of the company’s expansion plans which saw sales and EBITDA each increase by over fourfold.
  • We wish Steve and his team the very best for a successful future with their new partners WestBridge.”
    “Having joined Alpine as CEO when Soho Square invested, we have delivered phenomenal growth across the business.

Top Business and Leadership Experts Sunjay Nath and Sara Frasca to Keynote NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

EDISON, N.J., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, announces leading business experts Sunjay Nath and Sara Frasca will deliver the keynote addresses for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.

Key Points: 
  • EDISON, N.J., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, announces leading business experts Sunjay Nath and Sara Frasca will deliver the keynote addresses for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.
  • Leading business experts to deliver the keynote addresses for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Sunjay and Sara, experienced and insightful leaders, to provide keynotes at NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo," said Raymond Brisby, CAFM, NAFA Board President.
  • Frasca is an innovation and business growth expert with leadership experience in both Corporate America and the world of startups.

Registration Now Open for the Premier Annual NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

EDISON, N.J., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, announced today that registration is now open for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.

Key Points: 
  • EDISON, N.J., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, announced today that registration is now open for NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo , the industry's largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals.
  • The NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo (I&E) is the industry's leading fleet event.
  • The NAFA 2023 Institute & Expo (I&E) is the industry's leading fleet event with thousands of fleet professionals from every segment of the industry, including corporate, government, public safety, utility, education and more under one roof.
  • The Institute & Expo offers three days of unparalleled learning, impactful conversations, and dynamic products and services from the industry's leading suppliers.

Global Facility Management Market Report 2022: Cloud-Based Solutions Proving Popular & Driving Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, October 17, 2022

The "Global Facility Management Market Size, Trends & Growth Opportunity By Deployment Mode, By Organization Size, and By Region and Forecast to 2027."

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Facility Management Market Size, Trends & Growth Opportunity By Deployment Mode, By Organization Size, and By Region and Forecast to 2027."
  • Secure hosting of sensitive data, enhanced security and scalability, and quick disaster recovery are some other benefits of cloud-based facilities management solutions.
  • Additionally, because most corporate software solutions include complicated features, businesses are reluctant to migrate to an Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) or Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) programme.
  • Along with Accruent and Gordian, it increased the range of Facility and Asset Lifecycle workflow solutions offered by Fortive.

NAFA APPOINTS COMMISSION FOR ITS CERTIFIED AUTOMOTIVE FLEET MANAGER (CAFM) CERTIFICATION

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

NAFA authorized the creation of the CAFM Commission in April of this year to independently oversee all matters related to the Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) and ancillary Certified Automotive Fleet Specialist (CAFS) credentials.

Key Points: 
  • NAFA authorized the creation of the CAFM Commission in April of this year to independently oversee all matters related to the Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) and ancillary Certified Automotive Fleet Specialist (CAFS) credentials.
  • With NAFA's commitment to industry-leading certification, the CAFM Commission will spearhead further growth, validation, and credibility of the CAFM credential for fleet managers, fleet industry professionals, and their employers.
  • Approved by the NAFA Board of Directors earlier this year, the inaugural slate serving on the CAFM Commission comprises industry-leading experts.
  • The Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) credential is the industry's leading credential for committed professionals who have demonstrated the wide range of knowledge essential to manage fleet operations.