Why Your Church Facility Management Software Isn’t Working—And What to Do About It

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You’ve probably been told that church facility management software is the answer to your building maintenance challenges. And it’s easy to see why—these programs promise to organize your work orders, track your assets, and make life easier. Maybe you’ve already purchased facility software and it’s not doing what you hoped. Or maybe you’re looking into […]

Why Reactive Maintenance Is Costing Your Church More Than You Think

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Many churches only fix what’s broken. When a leak appears, the roof gets patched. When an HVAC unit fails, it gets replaced. O rwhen a ceiling tile falls, it finally draws attention to the water damage above. But what if those emergencies could have been prevented—or at least planned for? At Foundational Facility Management Consulting, […]

Mid-Year Facility Budget Adjustments: How Churches Can Save Money

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Mid-Year Facility Budget Adjustments: How Churches Can Save Money We’ve reached the halfway point of the year, and as always, it seems to be flying by. While the summer months can mean long, relaxing days and vacations, it’s also the perfect time to do a mid-year budget review. Inflation is hitting harder this year, which […]

Effective Facility Management for Churches: Moving from Reactive to Preventive Maintenance

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Good facility management is crucial to the financial well being and attractiveness of a church. The maintenance of your buildings and grounds directly impacts the experience for those interacting with your church. However, many churches get caught in the cycle of reactive maintenance—working on emergency maintenance and repairs instead of planning ahead. Years ago, I […]