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TRAILS ANALYZED AND IMPROVED WHILE HIKING TO THE TOP While hiking to the top, the entire department was analyzed through a SWOT analysis and follow up improvement meetings. Total Quality principles are used to meet with staff routinely to seek input on improving the overall operation and Plan-Do-Check-Adjust methods are used to improve all processes. campus within the first two years. The ability to increase work load during budget cuts was critical in providing a cost-effective means of renovation work to the campus community. During this period a Keyless Access Program for the entire campus has been implemented. With the completion of Phase III and the beginning of Phase IV in the near future, this program will allow for all entrance doors to be locked down in case of an emergency. Luis Rocha, Associate Director of Facilities Management, who oversees the Custodial Services, Grounds, Recycling, Moving/Setups, Work Control and Garage/Motor Pool, assisted in conducting detailed reviews of his operation to improve the overall efficiencies and effectiveness of these operational units. Purchasing practices were reviewed and streamlined to reduce cost and reduce steps. Our Custodial and Grounds staff understand how important first impressions are to our students and their families and work extremely hard and efficient to create a beautiful campus. Richard Knott, Assistant Director of Building Systems and Utilities, assisted in the complete review of our entire utility system, equipment, contracts, capacity loads, and projections. Included in this review was the complete overhaul of our entire metering program of over 800 chilled water and steam meters. With the support of the meter team, four software programs were implemented to review all meters on campus, provide variance reports, electronic billing and allow all equipment to be computerized. Rodger Barnard, Assistant Director of Maintenance and Renovation Services, assisted in analyzing his operation and doubled the amount of Renovation Services work performed on Simon White, Assistant Director of Business Services, and his staff have provided detailed financial analysis to make sure every dollar is being used as effectively and efficiently as pos- Sustainability Starts At The Top. With Tremco Roofing, It Doesn't End There. Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance is proud to be the national contract holder for roofing and related services provided through E&I Cooperative Purchasing. Our many sustainable solutions for the roof and building envelope help colleges, universities and K –12 schools improve their facility performance, lower costs, help the environment and see a greater return on their investment. To learn more about our sustainable products and services, contact Kristen Weiss at kweiss@tremcoinc.com or 877.432.1132. Energy Management All images are solutions used in the highly sustainable headquarters renovation of Tremco Incorporated. Extensive Vegetated Roofing System Photovoltaic Roofing System on White Reflective Roof & Proud to be a Silver Sponsor Business Partner at APPA 2013. © 2013 Tremco Incorporated. 32 | september/october 2013 | Facilities Manager Water Management New Partner of the Year Award 2013 Building Insulation and Weatherization