Support & FAQ

Knowledge Library FAQ

• Q: Does the Knowledge Library cost money to use?

  A: Using the Knowledge Library is free, however, consider becoming a member of IFMA for even more access to content.

• Q: What kinds of content are in the Knowledge Library?

  A: The Knowledge Library currently contains:

  • articles

  • benchmarks

  • case studies

  • how-to guides

  • podcasts

  • presentations

  • templates and checklists

  • videos and webinars

  • whitepapers

  All content is vetted by FM professionals to ensure that it is high-quality, relevant and provides value to FMs and the industry.

• Q: Can I submit content for publication in the Knowledge Library?

  A: Of course! IFMA is always looking for excellent FM-related content to provide to its members. The process is simple:

  1. Review ​IFMA's content submission guidelines.

  2. ​Submit your piece using our online submission form.
  
  

• Q: How can I help support Knowledge Strategy and/or the Knowledge Library?

  A: There are great opportunities available to support the Knowledge Library:

  • If you would like to be recognized by your industry peers and seen as an FM thought-leader, submit original content for consideration for publication

  • Become a Content Expert and assist IFMA with content vetting and reviews

  • Tell fellow FMs and industry professionals about the Knowledge Library 

• Why does IFMA need content providers, and how does the process work?

  As the facility management thought leader, IFMA has curated a digital library intended to meet the educational needs of the facility management community. Additionally, the Knowledge Library provides a central location to access IFMA published content and archives.

• Can I submit content if I am not an IFMA member?

  Yes, the Knowledge Library submission process is open to professionals worldwide regardless of membership status with IFMA.

• What formats of content are currently accepted?

  IFMA currently accepts audio, visual and text-based files including but not limited to: podcasts, webinars, research papers, articles and case studies.

   Review our submission guidelines for more specifics on submitting content