Press Releases
Vision Infrastructure Solutions Names Jonielle Dedman Chief Executive Officer
Vision Infrastructure Solutions announced the appointment of Jonielle Dedman as Chief Executive Officer. Dedman, who brings more than 15 years of leadership experience across field service, construction, and industrial equipment, will oversee strategy, operations, and growth as the company expands its national platform in fire suppression, vertical transportation, and material handling.
Panel Built Supports Data Center Infrastructure with Modular Buildings and Enclosures | Facilities Dive
Panel Built offers prefabricated modular buildings and enclosure systems for the data center industry, with products including e-houses, BESS enclosures, control rooms, mezzanines, walkways, and in-plant offices, supporting needs from early planning to expansion and upgrade stages, and can shorten construction timelines and ensure quality through off-site prefabrication.
Kadence Launches SpaceOps: The First Workplace Platform to Build Space Strategy on Real Occupancy Data | Facilities Dive
Kadence announced the launch of SpaceOps on May 1, 2026, the first workplace product that unifies space strategy formulation and execution on the same platform. SpaceOps directly uses occupancy data already generated by organizations within Kadence (rather than sensors or consulting assumptions) for scenario modeling, floor plan design, and team allocation. The product includes a conversational AI agent developed in-house by Kadence, supporting natural language instructions and iterative scenario generation, and can directly trigger execution workflows. Kadence co-founder and CEO Dan Bladen stated that the platform enables workplace leaders to make decisions based on defensible data and drive them through to launch.
Penske Logistics Introduces Supply Chain Insight to Empower Smarter, More Resilient Supply Chain Operations | Facilities Dive
Penske Logistics has released the Supply Chain Insight platform, built on Microsoft Azure and Snowflake, providing end-to-end real-time visibility, performance intelligence, AI-driven decision support, and a network view that extends beyond managed operations to help customers address cost and regulatory challenges and achieve measurable efficiency improvements.
New ISS Global Research Finds Balancing Cost and Experience Is Defining the Next Phase of Workplace Performance | Facilities Dive
ISS released its 'Facility Management Outlook' report, based on a survey of nearly 3,000 business leaders across 28 countries, revealing challenges in balancing cost control and workplace experience. The report notes that although 83% of leaders recognize the performance-driving role of the workplace, 60% prioritize cost optimization, and 68% view economic pressure as a major industry force, resulting in a 'workplace performance gap.'
From Rappel Drills to Range Supervision, Panel Built Engineers Towers for Demanding Military Environments | Facilities Dive
With U.S. military recruitment surging, Panel Built, Inc. delivers custom prefabricated towers engineered for demanding training environments. The modular steel systems support rappel drills, observation, and live-fire range supervision, with recent projects including an airfield watchtower in Maryland, a 40-foot range tower in California, and a 67-foot rappel tower.
Soleran Launches a New Era of Configurability, Visibility, and Scalability in Facility Operations | Facilities Dive
Soleran, a leader in configurable software for facility operations, announced the launch of Soleran Oro, a new platform designed to help hospitals and organizations manage facility operations with greater visibility, flexibility, scalability, and confidence. The platform features user-configurable workflows, a first-of-its-kind marketplace for facility management apps, and real-time dashboards, aiming to replace disconnected systems with a unified, adaptable solution.
Mobile Concepts, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Mobile Kitchens Canada, Inc. | Facilities Dive
Mobile Concepts, Inc., operating as U.S. Mobile Kitchens, announced the acquisition of Mobile Kitchens Canada, Inc., Canada's leading provider of temporary and mobile kitchen solutions. The deal enhances the combined company's ability to serve customers across North America, with Mobile Kitchens Canada continuing under its established name and leadership.
Ecotrak Launches AI-Powered Facility Management Suite with Claude Connector and ChatGPT Integration | Facilities Dive
On July 20, 2026, Ecotrak released its AI facility management suite, featuring Claude Connector, AI troubleshooting powered by ChatGPT, work order summarization, predictive intelligence, image recognition, vendor recommendations, and energy management AI, with a 90-day free trial available to all customers.
Panel Built Announces Custom Structural Solutions for Automated Facilities | Facilities Dive
As automated material handling systems transform warehouse and manufacturing operations, Panel Built introduces custom modular structural solutions, including structural platforms, control rooms, and equipment enclosures, designed to integrate seamlessly into existing facilities, meeting dynamic wheel loads and stringent flatness requirements.