Vista Window Films Blog

Tablet and smartphone apps have moved beyond games and MP3s to focus on time savings and increased efficiency for business professionals. Several business apps can help facilities managers make the most of their time at work, from managing spreadsheets remotely to communicating with employees in the field. (more…)

Tenant and occupant satisfaction translates to increased productivity, less turnover, and fewer sick days … which translates to increased business for your organization, whether you’re a small retail shop or a major hospital (more…)

Installing occupancy sensors, vending machine controls, and LED exit signs are great starts when it comes to low-cost sustainability initiatives. But have you thought about the changes you can implement that cost almost nothing? These small, inexpensive (or free) modifications lower water and energy use even more, save additional money, and improve productivity for tenants and occupant. (more…)

When you’re deciding between window replacement or installing window film on existing windows in a commercial building, a number of factors may affect the choice you make.

Tenant complaints are often an early sign that your building’s windows need attention. New windows don’t always address complaints about heat or glare, and window film can’t fix leaks or moisture, so identifying the real problem will help you narrow in on the right window solution (more…)

From detecting missing insulation to pinpointing high lighting levels, a commercial building energy audit can reduce energy costs by 10% to 40%, according to Abraxas Energy Consulting (more…)

Discerning the differences between window films can be tricky, especially when they have similar visible light transmittance (VLT) characteristics. However, there can be big differences including some you can see and some you can feel. Let’s break it down and compare two popular high-VLT window films – Enerlogic 70 and 3M Prestige 70. (more…)

When it comes to sustainable multi-tenant buildings, green construction and operation are just two legs of the stool; the third is a green lease.

No matter what you call a green lease (an energy-aligned lease, a high-performance lease, or an energy-efficient lease), the intent behind the contract is the same. Green leases align the interests of (more…)

The best-laid plans for energy efficiency can be thwarted by occupant behavior: open windows, space heaters, or task lights. Technology and building automation only take sustainability so far before facilities managers have to rely on occupants to support green actions.

Experts at Jones Lang LaSalle report that, in the properties they manage, between 50 and 60 percent of energy use is directly related to how tenants and occupants use their space. Getting occupants engaged takes more than a reminder to turn off lights; it requires dedication, time, and the right tools and resources. (more…)

How often does software or the IT department come to mind when you think about energy efficiency? Most facilities managers picture major physical retrofits like adding insulation, upgrading HVAC systems or installing lighting controls when they picture ways to reduce energy.

But, oftentimes, energy savings can be realized by simply making better use of the technology that’s already in place. (more…)

Facilities managers are always on the hunt for cost-effective solutions that will save energy, time, and money. ConSol, a leading-edge research and energy consulting firm in California, has some new information that might make choosing the most cost-effective, energy-saving products for commercial buildings easier. (more…)