Considered a standard reference in the field, this handbook describes the components of facility plans for several timeframes, methods for forecasting budget and space needs, the financial case justifying sustainable products, the construction design process, emergency preparation and training, facility operations, and maintenance practices. Appendices list industry website addresses and facility management education programs, and provide sample facility plan forms. The fourth edition adds a chapter on building information modeling and information systems. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)