11 April 2015
Online seminar to focus on the integration of smart technologies in today's FM industry

ETA Facilities Management, a leading facilities management company, in partnership with the FM Expo, the only dedicated FM exhibition in the Middle East, is conducting a free webinar entitled, 'Does the use of smart technology in the FM industry really go far enough?' on April 13, 2015. The online seminar, by James Tavendale, ETA FM's IT Manager, is expected to help drive in more awareness on the many benefits and advantages to be gained from using smart technologies across today's FM industry.

Industry experts have revealed that the offered webinar proves to be both timely and strategic as the use of smart technology for FM purposes can result improved efficiencies; save time and cost; conserve natural resources and reduce impact on the environment. The free online seminar will touch on key topics like how to monitor the usage and performance of each asset, using smart technology for soft FM services and how to manage more efficient and effective workflow, reduce costs and unnecessary breakdowns.

"ETA FM and FM Expo are proud to offer this free webinar to FM professionals in the region and the rest of the world, which is aimed at shedding the spotlight on utilizing smart technologies in today's FM industry and how we can greatly benefit from its use. This is the first in a series of free online seminars that have been designed to discuss timely topics, issues and trends in the FM segment. Lastly, these seminars are lead-in activities to this year's edition of FM Expo 2015, a leading event for facility managers, building operators, property owners and free zones managers," concluded James Tavendale, IT Manager, ETA FM.

Participants can register for the webinar by registering on https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7370507293020541186. ETA FM is the Smart FM sponsor for FM Expo 2015, which will be held on May 18 to May 20, 2015 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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About ETA FM
ETA Facilities Management (FM) is one of the GCC's leading FM companies that provide fully integrated solutions and services to its client base across various sectors. Under the umbrella ETA Group, ETA FM's current operations in the UAE and Qatar have a combined workforce of over 17,000. For the UAE alone, the company has successfully established a strong foothold with its offices now located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Northern Emirates, and the Western Region.  Services offered include engineering maintenance, building engineering services, janitorial and security services and waste management services, to name a few. It also offers unique self-delivery capabilities for efficient FM management and control.

For more information, please contact:
CommuniGate Middle East
PO Box 500270, Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 4546093
Fax: +971 4 3612432
Email: info@communigateme.com
Website: www.communigateme.com  

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