Conference Sessions

Prepare to earn the most respected certification in FM. Taught by experienced CFMs, this workshop reviews tools and techniques to prepare you to sit for the CFM exam. Review the methodology of the competency-based exam, practice applying critical thinking skills and discuss the rationales used in practice exam questions.

The SwRI is a research-based nonprofit helping government and industry clients develop multidisciplinary approaches to solving today’s pressing issues. They combine science and technology to advance innovative solutions in areas from Transportation to Health to Materiels to Computers/Electronics. Participants will tour the facility and talk with SwRI staff on their solutions-oriented methodologies.

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This Forum will consist of targeted, facilitator-led discussions revolving around the FSC/BOS contract life-cycle. Engage in a constructive dialogue to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in procuring Facility Support (FSC) and Base Operations Support (BOS) contracts. Industry participants are asked to share commercial best practices with government representatives, who will give practical and unfiltered feedback focusing on current issues. It will also be a great environment for government cross-feed on similar issues and challenges.

Targeted topics will include, but not be limited to: requirements to support Condition Based Maintenance Management (CBMM) accountability (e.g., Infrastructure Condition Assessment Program (ICAP) and Utilities ICAP); capturing detailed work history and maintaining accurate asset inventories in Government systems of record; opportunities for efficiencies through reliability centered maintenance (RCM); options to better leverage Industry best practices and/or innovations; possible contract incentives that will encourage and reward cost reductions (either direct costs or life-cycle cost reductions); and eliminating Government imposed requirements or processes that impact contract costs.

Energy is critical to achieving the Air Force mission. To fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace, the Air Force requires ready Airmen, robust weapon systems and resilient infrastructure—all of which require energy to operate. However, emerging physical, natural and cyber-attacks increase the risks of prolonged, widespread disruptions to energy access. These energy threats can severely compromise the Air Force mission. In an effort to make mission assurance through energy assurance a priority, the Air Force Office of Energy Assurance (OEA) was established as the Air Force Energy Storefront to ensure energy assurance initiatives are integrated into the installation energy portfolio. In this session, OEA Director Robert Hughes will discuss the Air Force’s focus on energy resilient projects, the use of innovative technologies to ensure mutually beneficial solutions for all partners involved, as well as explore what a successful Air Force Installation Energy Plan entails.

Representatives from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard will discuss the latest trends in facility asset management through the lens of the Department of Defense. Hear how these trends are driving innovative thinking within the public and private sectors to address current issues in facility asset management.

Remote sensing is a powerful, efficient, and effective resource that renders the invisible visible for decision makers, designers, planners and facility managers. Associated tools and processes improve data accuracy, quality and fidelity of data while reducing safety risks and data collection costs. Panelists will provide examples highlighting the value proposition of remote sensing and key considerations for organizations who may be contemplating addition of remote sensing to their built and natural infrastructure management tool kit.

The Building Performance Panel brings together three dynamic perspectives on enhancing your building’s performance. Learn about new analytic techniques with specific metrics designed to make your buildings “Smart.” Define how to optimize ROI through a “Retro-Commissioning” condition assessment and new augmented reality tools. Understand how to assess your energy efficiency to maximize cost savings while minimizing risks and mission assurance challenges.