Join BIFMA’s free accredited CEU webinar: “Why Standards Matter: on April 24, 2025 at 12 pm EST. Speaker Andrew Kotman will discuss the primary considerations when selecting furniture. This course provides knowledge to the A&D community, facility managers, building owners, end users, and manufacturers about BIFMA’s mission and work. The course explains Why Standards Matter to all who are involved in furniture procurement to ensure decisions are informed by safety, well-being, and sustainability.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
A&D professionals, LEED and WELL Accredited Professionals, those connected with facility managers (satisfies IFMA CFM maintenance requirements), those connected with corporate real estate professionals (approved toward pursuit of CoreNet Global QPCR designation), and anyone influencing furniture selection.
WHAT WILL BE COVERED
- The historical context that drove the need for industry-wide furniture performance.
- The impact of social, economic, and technological trends that effect the bottom line.
- How test procedures are designed to simulate safety and durability in use.
- How BIFMA supports the work of design and other professionals with their LEVEL and BIFMA Compliant programs.
PROGRAM CREDITS
- IDCEC– 1.0 HSW designation
- AIA– 1.0 LU/HSW
- GBCI– 1.0 General Education, WELL AP & LEED AP
BIFMA’s Monthly Learning Series provides live virtual learning opportunities for designers, buyers, BIFMA members, and anyone interested in topics that connect furniture to the built environment. All webinars start at 12:00pm ET and require registration. There is no fee to attend.
