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Hanging with Hal

Hal Blackman, President and CEO of IST Management, provides his insight and experiences as an industry leader.

Dinner group shot at this year's Giving Gala hosted by MUST Ministries
By Hal Blackman 29 Apr, 2024
April marks IST's 27th year as The Company with Passion. During this period, our growth has been exponential, as we have pioneered technologies that have not only endured but also effortlessly adjusted to meet the demands of any industry.
Virtual site audits done on-site
By Hal Blackman 20 Mar, 2024
The Virtual Site Audit stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to raising the bar for service excellence. By harnessing the power of technology and innovation, we empower our team members to deliver unparalleled service experiences, each and every day.
Service That Stands Out with IST Management
By Hal Blackman 27 Feb, 2024
Each February, in celebration of Valentine's Day, I like to reflect on our customer service, which focuses on IST's mission to build lasting partnerships. Our industry often defines us by metrics, KPIs, and deliverables. While these are essential to our success, they are merely the framework. The soul, the essence, lies in how we serve – with heart.
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Spotlight on Technology

Highlighting IST’s technology-based products and services.

Sustainability in your Facility with IST Management
By Spotlight on Technology 10 Apr, 2024
IST Management provides solutions that ease the transition towards a more sustainable facility, supporting environmental stewardship and operational efficiency for your business!
Hoteling office space with numerous different workers
By Spotlight on Technology 05 Mar, 2024
Discover the rising trend of hoteling office spaces in facilities management, offering enhanced workplace flexibility and efficiency. Learn about the benefits, such as optimized space utilization, employee empowerment, concierge services, and cost-savings. Explore considerations for implementation and the pivotal role hoteling plays in shaping the future of facilities management.
A floating image of the IST Package Track technology screen on a computer, next to a phone screen
By Spotlight on Technology 23 Jan, 2024
IST’s Package Track is documenting every step of receiving and delivering expected parcels. If your mailroom could use the flex support, find out how Package Track is a perfect fit for academic institutions.
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Innovate & Integrate: Bridging People, Technology, and Service

Exploring technology, leadership, and management development, with employee engagements and culture.

AI and Litigation tools, working together
By Innovate & Integrate 25 Apr, 2024
Adapting with technology and AI to create optimal service is an IST Management priority. With image recognition, text analysis, language translation, named entity recognition, speech-to-text, and video content indexing, businesses can unlock deeper insights from data and streamline their operations. Learn more about these AI tools and how we're using them to enhance eDiscovery.
Group of employees working together
By Innovate & Integrate 20 Mar, 2024
Throughout Stuart Schwartz' career with IST, he has realized the critical role that his team plays - they are instrumental to his success in sales and operations.
IST's Digital Mail and Integrated Facilities Management screens
By Innovate & Integrate 27 Feb, 2024
With leading-edge technology and support, facility managers know how to handle any unexpected turn in their business. IST's crafted solutions anticipate the unknown– courier services continue, task management is efficient, and contracts are firm. See how IST's adaptable and innovative technology can create a resilient foundation for your business.
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Recognition

Newest employees, promotion announcements, and employee recognition. In the News and Press Releases.

Naeem Qazi, Regional Vice President for Northern California
By IST Management 29 Apr, 2024
Welcome Naeem Qazi, Regional Vice President for Northern California!
Nicholas Clayton, Regional Vice President for San Diego, California
By IST Management 29 Apr, 2024
Welcome Nicholas Clayton, Regional Vice President for San Diego, California
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IST Gives Back

IST’s Community Outreach updates, articles and country-wide projects.

Image from IST & PaYS Ceremony in February 2024, with Hal Blackman, IST President & CEO.
By IST Gives Back 27 Feb, 2024
At IST, February is a month for reflection on what service means. At our core, we understand the power of creating relationships and partnerships centered on shared goals and passions.
Some of the donations from IST's corporate office for MUST Ministries' Toy Shop
By IST Gives Back 13 Dec, 2023
As 2023 closes, we celebrate another successful year of connecting IST with our community and keeping compassion at the center of our business. We continue to prioritize community outreach and cherish the relationships we build as we partner with great organizations with the passion and participation of our company leaders, employees, and friends.
IST's donations for the school supply drive
By IST Gives Back 18 Oct, 2023
Access to the tools necessary to succeed makes a massive difference for school-aged children, and kids deserve to be kids. Doing well in school is one focus within the commitment to supporting and nurturing foster children, ensuring they are on a path to a thriving adult future.
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Events

Company and country-wide events. Cystic Fibrosis|Great Strides Walk. Blackman Bucks Blowout.

Clouds for the opening of BBB 2024
By IST Management 26 Jan, 2024
Blackman Bucks Blowout has finally arrived with a Simpson's makeover! (D'Oh!) Who will win this year's Blackman Bucks Blowout? WATCH and FIND OUT! ☁️
By IST Management 14 Feb, 2023
Buckfoot has returned after years of being gone... who will win this year's Blackman Bucks Blowout?
Old shot of the dumping of bucks
By IST Management 26 Feb, 2022
Who will win this year's Blackman Bucks Blowout? Watch to find out!
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