Facility Perspectives Magazine Articles

Rider Levett Bucknall Advisory Managing Director, Mr Stephen Ballesty, is frequently asked by Facility Perspectives, an industry focused magazine released quarterly, to comment on current issues and topics of interest to Facilities Managers.

Ballesty's expert knowledge comes from his many years at Rider Levett Bucknall and his involvement and passion for Facilities Management recently chairing the Facility Management Association of Australian and his position as the current trustee of the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).

  • June 2008 FM Action Agenda innovating the future
    This article provides an insight into the activities of the Recognition Working Group for Innovation.
  • March 2008 FM Action Agenda greener pastures
    Now officially in the third and concluding year of its implementation phase the FM Action Agenda has made significant progress across a wide range of initiatives.
  • September 2007 FM Action Agenda reform releases resources
    The Facilities Management (FM) Action Agenda was established by the Department of Industry, Tourism & Resources and produced its strategic plan entitled 'Managing the Built Environment' in 2005. The plan set out a 20 point action plan to improve the recognition of FM as a contributor to a more productive and sustainable Built Environment through improved innovation, education and regulatory reform.
  • June 2007 FM Action Agenda reaches midpoint
    The Facilities Management (FM) Action Agenda was established by the Department of Industry, Tourism & Resources and produced its strategic plan entitled 'Managing the Built Environment' in 2005. The plan set out a 20 point action plan to improve the recognition of FM as a contributor to a more productive and sustainable built environment through improved innovation, education and regulatory reform.
  • March 2007 Water Efficiency made easier
    Water is a precious resource, there is no substance on earth more crucial to life. Water scarcity is a major issue in many parts of the world including Australia, and the water challenges confronting us dictate that all sectors must play their part in ensuring that our water resources are managed and used efficiently.