Addressing all of the "bricks and mortar" issues that make up the core of the facility manager's role, this book provides a multitude of procedures for and examples of how to cost-effectively managing facility operations. Written in a plain-language, reader-friendly style, it provides a panoramic view of the process by isolating the key areas the facility manager must address, including real estate, space and change management, indoor air quality, emergency preparedness and response planning, communications systems, regulatory mandates, and more. A wealth of illustrations, tables, and graphs are included to facilitate a clear understanding.