The Changing Role of Facilities Management Skills, Technology, and the Modern Facilities Manager
As organisations grow and workplaces become more complex, facilities management has taken on a much broader role than it once did.
Predictive Maintenance for Mechanical & Electrical Systems
Mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems keep buildings safe, comfortable, and operational. When they fail, the impact is often immediate: disruption, safety risk, and unexpected cost.
Managing agent services
As real estate portfolios grow, complexity, and strategic importance, Facilities Management (FM) has evolved from a purely operational function into a critical enabler of asset performance, risk management, and value creation.
Revolutionizing facilities management: How technology is driving the future
Facilities management (FM) is no longer just about keeping buildings operational—it is a strategic driver of efficiency, sustainability, and user experience.
Environmental performance & energy efficiency
Environmental performance in Facilities Management (FM) refers to the systematic management and optimization of building operations to minimize environmental impacts across the facility lifecycle...
King Fahd causeway authority FM managing agent contract renewal
Olive Arabia delighted to announce the renewal of its facilities management Managing Agent contract with the King Fahd Causeway Authority for a further three years...
How urban FM affect future orientation
Urban Facility Management (Urban FM) is an emerging discipline that applies principles of facility management to the urban environment. It is expanding the discipline of FM into the complex field of the urban in responding to communities’ and neighborhood’s needs and facilitating their shared values...
Bridging the gap between the project management and facility management
Project Management (PM) and Facility Management (FM) have traditionally been viewed as separate disciplines. While PM focuses on the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, FM ensures the long-term operation and maintenance of facilities. However, bridging these fields through uncertainty management can create more resilient, adaptable, and future-proofed facilities...
OLIVE ARABIA-NTNU-AUS
Olive Arabia, The Norwegian University of science and Technology (NTNU) and The American University in Sharjah (AUS) have signed a collaboration agreement. This agreement will provide access to innovative studies and distinguished researchers. It will support our business with research and development expertise to drive innovation into our service delivery...