Case Study: Suffolk Public Schools achieves operational efficiency and real-time inventory visibility with FMX

Suffolk Public Schools is able to configure FMX to always fit their ever-changing needs

Suffolk Public Schools, a K–12 district serving nearly 14,000 students across 21 buildings in Suffolk, Virginia, struggled with an inflexible facilities system (Brightly) that forced time-consuming paper processes, limited data sharing, and numerous workarounds as the district grew. They needed a highly configurable solution that could meet the distinct needs of maintenance, custodial, and administrative teams.

After selecting FMX, the vendor imported Suffolk’s data and configured modules for immediate use, provided on-site training, and enabled mobile access so technicians can log time and view real-time tasks. The district gained the ability to assign staff to projects, streamline communication, and see district-wide inventory (with QR codes in rollout), producing faster workflows, greater accountability, and a platform ready for future integrations like BAS scheduling.

Suffolk Public Schools

Vernon Jackson

Coordinator of Facilities and Planning