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A ‘Lot’ of Variables

by Katie Lee March 27, 2026

— By Evan Tilley — Restaurant and retail solutions are not one-size-fits-all. Parking is the first and last interaction a customer has with a restaurant or retail establishment. A stress-free parking experience sets a positive tone before a customer even walks through the door, while a lack of parking spaces or unhelpful parking staff can create frustration, no matter how good the business may be. What works in terms of parking for restaurants and retail establishments can differ from location to location, and businesses often need to consider tailored parking …

March 27, 2026

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Nesting Season

by Katie Lee March 18, 2026

— By Sarah J. Carter — As the temperatures drop, nesting birds may seek shelter indoors. How to protect your facility from these unwelcome guests. Now that we are in the full swing of the holidays, roadways are full of eager shoppers in search of the perfect gift, and homes are abuzz with preparations for family gatherings. The crisp mornings prompt more of an effort to rise, as we quickly transition to layered clothing and begin our mornings with a warm mug in hand. During this season of comfort, we’re …

March 18, 2026

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Crack Attack

by Katie Lee February 25, 2026

— By Charles Clevidence — Why asphalt crack sealing is the most cost-effective preventive maintenance strategy. Crack sealing is the process of applying a specialized rubberized sealant into cracks in asphalt pavement to prevent water, debris and chemicals from penetrating the surface and damaging the base and subbase layers. It serves as the pavement’s first line of defense against deterioration and can significantly extend the service life of the asphalt. This treatment is most effective when performed early — while cracks are still small, typically a quarter-inch and wider, and …

February 25, 2026

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Disaster Preparedness, Future-Proofing Systems: Facility Maintenance Strategies for Severe Weather

by Sarah Daniels January 12, 2026

For retail and restaurant operators, severe weather is a recurring operational risk. Hurricanes, flooding, extreme heat and high-wind events are happening more frequently and with greater intensity. As a result, disaster preparedness in the retail and restaurant industry has shifted to a proactive facility maintenance discipline focused on resilience, continuity and speed of recovery. From a facility maintenance perspective, preparedness today means having a current, practiced and flexible plan. Plans must be testable and able to be executed quickly when conditions deteriorate. As Thomas Navarro, vice president of business development …

January 12, 2026

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Miniso to Open its Largest Bay Area Store this Month

by Katie Lee January 7, 2026

Fremont, Calif. — MINISO, a global lifestyle brand, will open its largest Bay Area store on Jan. 17, 2026 at Pacific Commons Shopping Center in Fremont, Calif. Spanning more than 12,000 square feet, the new location represents a major milestone in MINISO’s Northern California expansion. Managed by Phoenix-based Vestar, Pacific Commons Shopping Center is conveniently located off the I-880 Freeway at Auto Mall Parkway. The new MINISO store is situated at the intersection of Boscell Road and Curie Street, next to T.J. Maxx and across from Costco. “The opening of …

January 7, 2026

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Von Maur Department Stores to Open First Location in New Jersey in Fall 2027

by Katie Lee December 16, 2025

Davenport, Iowa — Von Maur Department Stores plans to open a new anchor store at Macerich’s Freehold Raceway Mall in Freehold, N.J., with an anticipated opening in fall 2027. The new location will mark the company’s first store in New Jersey, expanding its presence in the Northeast. Von Maur is renowned for its thoughtfully curated selection of brand-name and specialty apparel, shoes, accessories and gifts. The three-level, approximately 164,000-square-foot Von Maur location will feature the company’s industry-leading amenities including superior customer service, an interest-free charge card, a robust rewards program …

December 16, 2025

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From Liability to Opportunity

by Katie Lee December 10, 2025

— By Keith Etchells — Revitalizing Diamond Bar Shopping Center through strategic remediation. In retail real estate, environmental contamination can be a deal breaker. For property owners and investors, subsurface pollution such as solvents, hydrocarbons, heavy metals and other industrial byproducts can restrict the asset’s current and future uses and commonly comes with significant regulatory management costs. With the right combination of strategy, funding and technical expertise, resolving environmental challenges can be accomplished in ways that support long term property goals. The owner of the Diamond Bar shopping center in …

December 10, 2025

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Boden Opens First U.S. Store

by Katie Lee December 8, 2025

Alpharetta, Ga. — British clothing brand Boden opened its first-ever store in the United States on Nov. 21 at mixed-use destination Avalon in Alpharetta, Ga. The 2,000-square-foot retail space marks a key milestone in the brand’s U.S. growth strategy. The new store blends color and wit with the quality craftsmanship that Boden’s customer knows and loves. A bespoke chandelier, commissioned in partnership with British design house Richard Taylor Designs and handcrafted in Italy, lights the space with a gallery-style exhibition featuring iconic British figures personally chosen by its founder and …

December 8, 2025

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Proactive Maintenance: The Key to Avoiding Costly Restaurant Downtime

by Sarah Daniels November 17, 2025

For restaurants, few things are more disruptive or expensive than an equipment failure during working hours. Whether it’s a failed refrigerator, a backed-up drain or an HVAC unit that quits in the height of summer, a single breakdown can halt operations, spoil inventory, drive away customers and result in lost revenue and trust. Yet most of these expensive emergencies can be prevented through proactive maintenance. “Regular inspections and cleaning schedules are the simplest way for restaurants to safeguard uptime and extend the lives of their critical systems,” says Bill Schaphorst, …

November 17, 2025

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Planon Appoints Chief Revenue Officer for Facilities and Field Services

by Katie Lee November 13, 2025

Nijmegen, the Netherlands — Planon, a leading global provider of smart sustainable building management software, has appointed Sylvain Lamy as chief revenue officer (CRO) for facilities and field services, joining the company’s executive management team. In this position, Lamy will lead Planon’s global commercial organization for the facilities and field services business lines, driving sales, services and partner growth worldwide. “Sylvain brings a strong track record in scaling enterprise software businesses and leading high-performing international teams,” says Peter Ankerstjerne, CEO of Planon. “His commercial acumen and customer-centric mindset will be …

November 13, 2025

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