For which sectors is preventive and predictive maintenance of technology suitable?
Comparison of preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance Type of maintenance How it works Main advantages Risks / disadvantages When is itmake sense Preventive maintenance Scheduled interventions at intervals (time / operation) Stable operation, predictable costs, longer service life of equipment Risk of unnecessary interventions if intervals are not set correctly Most building technologies, mandatory inspections, […]
20 years in the company: What has changed and what remains
You have been with the company for 20 years. Do you still remember your first day and what surprised you the most? I certainly remember my first day. But honestly, I had no idea “what” I was getting into, because I had only a very limited knowledge of facility management at the time. The owner, […]
Preventive maintenance and the lifespan of building systems: How to plan and manage maintenance for reliable equipment operation
Preventive maintenance is one of the key tools of facility management, directly influencing the lifespan of building systems, the operational reliability of buildings and the overall costs of their management. There are several types of maintenance – preventive, predictive and reactive. All of them are practical for use in a facility management context and offer […]
Proactivity, expertise, retrofitting and Arnold Schwarzenegger – the four pillars of successful facility management
Jiří, right at the start I have to ask you about one thing that caught my eye on your LinkedIn profile. Your name is listed as Jiří “George” Semotán. Where did that “George” come from? Do you perhaps have British ancestors? I don’t have any English ancestors, but it’s linked to the time I spent […]
The Greenline: When a modern building serves both people and nature
The building, named The Greenline, is among the most modern and sustainable office buildings in Prague. It is located in Kačerov, and since this year, OKIN Facility has been providing complete integrated facility management here – from technology and daily operations to building trust with clients and tenants. Our goal is for the building to operate smoothly, efficiently and with respect for the environment, which makes The Greenline an exceptional place to work. The building stands out for its energy efficiency, environmentally friendly operation, green terraces, community garden and thoughtful ecological approach.
The path to carbon neutrality starts with proper energy management
Energy management today is not just a matter of savings, but is becoming a strategic tool for the long-term competitiveness of companies. With increasingly stringent European legislation, rising energy costs and an emphasis on ESG, companies are under pressure to adapt their operations to the new reality. What does energy management look like in practice, what challenges does it bring across Central and Eastern European markets, and why should companies see decarbonisation targets as an opportunity? We discussed these topics with Andrea Štefanková, head of the energy management division at OKIN Facility, one of the leading building managers in the region.
Dry cleaning and humanoids: How innovation is changing facility management
Two years ago, we opened the topic of cobotisation – the collaboration between a human and a collaborative robot (cobot). Back then, we addressed the benefits and obstacles on the road to autonomy. Today we are revisiting the topic. What has changed since then, and what innovations will set the course in the coming years? Martin Polepil, innovation expert at OKIN Facility, answered these questions.
I like to do marketing that helps the company grow
After years of experience in various marketing positions, Filip decided to make a change – he wanted to move closer to more tangible products and services than software and entered the world of facility management. Today, as Marketing Manager at OKIN Facility, he sets the strategy, builds the brand and connects marketing with sales. In […]
Data isn’t the ‘Bad Cop’ – it’s what points you in the Right Direction
We spoke with data analyst Jirka Juroš – not only about the right approach to data, but also about how to process it effectively. For the past nine years, Jirka has been helping us collect, process, and analyze data in the world of facility management.
If you combine facility and energo into one, it makes sense
The Energo division, which was recently established within the OKIN Facility, focuses on efficient energy management. The aim is to achieve maximum energy savings in buildings and reduce the carbon footprint of their operation. The Energo division is led by Andrea Štefanková, an energy specialist who brings many years of experience from the Slovak market.