FLORHAM PARK, N.J., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- GFS, a principal provider of innovative services in commercial real estate, last week was awarded the New Jersey Building Owners and Manager Association's (BOMA) award for Office Building of the Year in the Best Managed Corporate Facility category. The award was presented to GFS and Pfizer Inc. at this week's Middle Atlantic BOMA conference, for their management of Pfizer's facility at 100 Route 206 North in Peapack, NJ.
The Office Building of the Year Award, also known as the "TOBY" award, is the most prestigious and comprehensive program of its kind in the commercial real estate industry. GFS and Pfizer's TOBY award recognizes the two organizations' excellence in areas such as building management, operational efficiency, emergency planning and community impact.
"This award shows the efficiency and effectiveness of the expert team of professionals that supports our operations in Peapack," said Keith Schwartz, Director, Pfizer Somerset Site Operations. "Our team, along with valuable contributions from GFS, has been able to develop a number of facility management frameworks which have led directly to the stellar results recognized by BOMA."
"We are incredibly proud of BOMA's recognition of the Pfizer facility as a standard for facility management efficiency and performance," said Ian Marlow, president, GFS. "By seamlessly aligning processes and leveraging the talents of the entire team, we're able to strive for a high level of excellence. I congratulate everyone who contributed to making the Pfizer location the success it is today."
About GFS
GFS delivers a full range of innovative facility and property solutions for corporations that want to reduce costs through operational efficiencies while raising service levels. GFS operates in 49 states and 32 countries boasting a portfolio in excess of 60 million square feet. Clients include AT&T, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, United Parcel Service, Siemens, and Toys R Us. Backed by its ISO 9001:2000 accreditation GFS guarantees consistent service delivery, continuous improvement and top quality for all clients. For more information, please visit http://www.GaleGFS.com .
About BOMA
BOMA New Jersey is an affiliate of BOMA International -- the oldest and largest association of the office building industry with over 100 federated associations in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, BOMA International expands our local network to more that 18,000 real estate professionals responsible for the management of 8.5 billion square feet of office space in North America.
Chartered by BOMA International in July of 1984, BOMA New Jersey began with 12 founders whose vision was to provide a statewide network forum for industry professionals. These founders began meeting to discuss mutual problems, exchange ideas, and share experience and knowledge. This same vision continues today. Since inception, BOMA New Jersey has been focused on providing the most comprehensive member benefits available in any trade association.
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Web site: http://www.GaleGFS.com/
