Cleaning & Maintenance Management (2024)

26/07/2024

ISSA Scholars named recipients of the ISSA Scholars 2024-2025 Scholarship Awards! Generous contributions provided 42 scholarships to new and continuing college students, totaling US$144,500 in financial aid. Learn more here!

ISSA Scholars, a signature ISSA Charities program–the charitable arm of ISSA, named the recipients of the ISSA Scholars 2024-2025 Scholarship Awards.

26/07/2024

Your Digital Copy of ISSA Today - July/August 2024

In the July/August 2024 issue of ISSA Today magazine, learn how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the professional cleaning industry. Then, see how unlocking ERP’s strategic potential can help with decision-making in your organization. A special update highlighting the work of the ISSA Sustainability Committee demonstrates much has been accomplished, but there is more to be done. Learn about best practices for surface sanitation for those who work in food service. And don’t forget to breathe easier by applying the information presented in a special IAQ feature article. See what ISSA is doing for its members, keep up-to-date with industry events, and more.

MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE Unlocking ERP’s Strategic Potential Industry Update on Important Initiatives Data-Driven Cleaning July/August 2024 | issa.com A RTIFICIAL I NTELLIGENCE in Professional Cleaning An extensive look at how AI will shape the industry. MORE INSIDE! ISSA In Action Cleari...

25/07/2024

The EPA is making strides in chemical safety! It aims to designate five substances for high-priority risk evaluation, a significant move under the nation's chemical safety law. Public opinions matter; make sure to leave comment within the next 90 days.

Biden-Harris Administration’s latest action under the Toxic Substances Control Act aims to reduce cancer.

25/07/2024

An owner’s vision shapes the organization’s culture, strategic direction, and success. In this episode of Straight Talk!, Chuck Violand outlines how business owners can make the best impact on their companies. Check out the video and podcast here!

In this episode of Straight Talk!, Chuck Violand outlines what business owners should do to make the best impact on their companies.

25/07/2024

A recent U.S. Geological Survey report highlights the importance of continuous monitoring, improved efficiency, and a joint commitment to increasing water conservation in our commercial facilities. Learn more about over 40 years of trend research here!

Commercial facilities must have a collective commitment to water conservation and water efficiency from everyone working in the organization.

24/07/2024

Stay safe, Arizona! With an uptick in hantavirus cases since the start of the year, it's critical we're alert and aware. This rodent-spread virus has already claimed three lives. Stay informed, stay healthy.

Arizona public health officials have seen an increase in hantavirus cases—a virus spread by rodents to humans—from the beginning of the year to July 1.

24/07/2024

🌡️ Record-breaking heat is upon us, marking the hottest day on the global timeline! This follows the previous hottest day ever recorded, which was the day before. Staggering projections suggest it might climb even higher in the next two days.

At least 73 heat-related deaths have occurred so far this year in the U.S.

24/07/2024

Unscripted Presents: How to Remove the Toughest Stains

This is more than just a video! If you need an IICRC CEC, this is an easy way to get it. Just watch this brand-new episode of Unscripted and use the link in the YouTube video description to access the five-question quiz.

This is also a training tool for your technicians. Get them some popcorn and let them watch... Thomas Cermak shares his nearly 50 years of experience to remove several tough spots and stains found in both homes and offices.

As you watch, access the five-question quiz to obtain your IICRC CEC: http://cleanfax.com/iicrc-quizThe Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Ce...

23/07/2024

Cintas Corp. released the top 10 finalists in the 2024 America’s Best Restroom® contest. The 23rd annual contest celebrates businesses that develop and maintain innovative restroom facilities. The public is invited to vote for through Aug. 16! 👉 https://cmmonline.com/news/vote-for-americas-best-restroom-2

The Cintas America's Best Restroom Contest showcases the best public restrooms in the U.S. and awards one lucky winner with $2,500 in Cintas products and services. The finalist that receives the most votes from the public will be crowned America’s Best Restroom.

23/07/2024

Beyond Generative Text: The Endless Capabilities of AI

Have you ever wondered what is actually inside an artificial intelligence tool? You no doubt use one or more of them, such as ChatGPT or Gemini. There are many of them available. And when you use them, you may stick with the traditional generative text option. You put in a prompt, and the AI tool spits out a response.

But what else can you do with AI? In this episode of Straight Talk!, business coach Dean Mercado shares insights on options many may need to learn about — beyond generative text.

Have you ever wondered what is actually inside an artificial intelligence tool? You no doubt use one or more of them, such as ChatGPT or Gemini. There are ma...

23/07/2024

Alert! The CDC has just confirmed an additional two cases of bird flu in humans, linked to last week's reports from Colorado's poultry workforce. This brings the total count to 10 cases across the U.S since April 2024. Stay informed, stay safe!

Ten human cases associated with U.S. poultry and dairy cow workers have been confirmed this year.

22/07/2024

Exciting news! ISSA welcomes Healthcare Surfaces Institute (HSI) as a new division, bringing its expertise in the healthcare sector. Let's power up healthcare cleaning and maintenance services together! Visit here for more details!

Last week, ISSA and the Healthcare Surfaces Institute™ (HSI) merged. HSI will be known as Healthcare Surfaces Institute, a division of ISSA.

22/07/2024

From cubicles to living rooms: the pandemic has sparked a surge in the conversion of former offices into apartments. As office vacancies soar to a record 20.1% in the U.S., local governments are stepping up with incentives!

Several office buildings have been “recycled” into homes as working from home stabilizes.

19/07/2024

Workloading—or efficiently assigning workers tasks—is the key to a successful operation. The number of workers and hours required depends on the scope of work, which can be modified over time based on needs. Read more to learn how to define your scope!

The number of workers and hours required to staff your cleaning business depends on the scope of work, and is adjustable.

18/07/2024

Stepping out for a social gathering or staying committed to a job because of public restrooms? You're not alone! Discover global insights on the public restroom experience and how it impacts daily life. 👉

Research recently released by hygiene product company Tork highlights new global findings on the public restroom experience.

18/07/2024

Turns out, college might not be the best place to learn about cleaning! 🧹🎓 A study from ACI reveals that 70% of college seniors don't feel they've acquired more cleaning skills than when they first started. Curious? Find more here!

Nearly 68% of college seniors said they felt no more prepared to clean as they did when they were freshmen, according to a new ACI survey.

18/07/2024

Concrete Wars: Go to Battle With Ameripolish on Your Side

When it comes to maintaining and restoring polished concrete floors, Ameripolish stands out as the ultimate solution, especially in an industry where the balance between ease of use and advanced technology is crucial.

Ameripolish offers a comprehensive maintenance system that excels beyond all others and ensures that your polished concrete floors remain pristine and durable, enhancing both your surfaces’ aesthetic appeal and longevity.

In this DemoXperience, watch and learn from Greg Cabot, the sales and marketing manager at Ameripolish, about overcoming concrete floor challenges.

When it comes to maintaining and restoring polished concrete floors, Ameripolish stands out as the ultimate solution, especially in an industry where the bal...

17/07/2024

The FTC addressed growing concern about unfair and deceptive practices by franchisors. To ensure franchises remains a ladder of opportunity, the FTC issued a statement that warns franchisors’ use of contract provisions violate the law. Learn more here!

The FTC addressed concerns about unfair franchisor practices by issuing statement that warns use of contract provisions violate the law.

17/07/2024

Facing record-breaking highs: This year marks an alarming increase in tornadoes with over 1,400 reported in the US. Meanwhile, scorching summer temperatures paint a worrying picture for heat-related illness and wildfire prospects 🌪️☀️🔥

More than 1,400 tornadoes have been reported this year in the United States—a record number compared to historic data.

16/07/2024

Restroom maintenance has long been a challenge for cleaning professionals. From hygiene compliance to user satisfaction, restroom demands are diverse and ever-evolving. Fortunately, amid these challenges lies a transformative solution: smart devices.

Restroom maintenance has long been a challenge. Fortunately, amid these challenges lies a transformative solution: smart devices.

16/07/2024

COVID-19 is making an unwelcomed comeback. 45 states report a surge in cases, a steep ascent from the lows of May 2024. The new dominant strain, FLiRT, is keeping us on our toes. For more insights, tap into this article 👉

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that COVID-19 infections are growing in 45 states as of July 9 data.

16/07/2024

Over the weekend, we saw an increase in bird flu cases, with five poultry workers in Colorado exhibiting mild symptoms after culling at a farm. Stay updated and informed:

Five human cases of bird flu were reported among poultry workers in Colorado, while four cases in dairy workers were previously identified.

15/07/2024

Sustainability continues to be top of mind for many consumers making vacation plans. A recent survey from online travel platform Booking.com revealed that 75% of global travelers want to travel more sustainably in 2024. Learn more here! https://cmmonline.com/articles/think-green-for-hospitality-restrooms

Whether you’re looking for hotels, homes, or vacation rentals, you’ll always find the guaranteed best price. Browse our 2,563,380 accommodations in over 85,000 destinations.

15/07/2024

Balancing easy use and advanced technology, Ameripolish emerges as the ultimate ally in concrete maintenance and restoration. Head into the Concrete Wars armed with the best! Watch the discussion between Greg Cabot and Jeff Cross to learn more!

When it comes to maintaining and restoring polished concrete floors, Ameripolish stands out as the ultimate solution.

15/07/2024

Turning business into pleasure? 🧳✈️🏖️Most American business travelers are hopping on the 'bleisure' trend, combining business and leisure travel. A whopping 40% of us are planning to do just that this year! Ready to redefine your work-life balance?

This year, 40% of Americans plan to take a business trip, and nearly half of those travelers plan to turn their trip into a leisure trip.

15/07/2024

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Education and Workforce Freedom Act 🎉 Your 529 savings plans can now be used for licenses and professional certifications. It's time to empower and re-skill our cleaning workforce!

On July 9, the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee officially approved the Education and Workforce Freedom Act.

12/07/2024

Redefining cleaning standards for a healthier tomorrow! 🌍 Data-driven practices in the cleaning industry aren't just trends, they're a necessity for superior operational efficiency and service quality. Dive deeper into data-driven cleaning practices here!

Data-driven cleaning involves collecting, analyzing, and using data to make informed decisions about cleaning activities.

12/07/2024

Embrace the transformation! The green cleaning movement is leveraging tech-driven solutions for a safer environment and health impact. Discover how innovative platforms and materials are reshaping the future of cleaning.

The green cleaning movement is embracing technology to minimize the environmental and health impacts of cleaning and enhance its efficiency.

12/07/2024

Cleanliness with a touch of intelligence! 🤖 Ever thought about how the cleaning industry is getting smarter every day with the use of AI? Autonomous floor scrubbers, IoT-connected dispensers, and more all tying together to revolutionize cleaning.

Cleaning industry tools tap into AI when they purposely use information to manage and perform cleaning tasks and related operations.

11/07/2024

Don’t fear what's lurking in healthcare facility restrooms! Hospital EVS teams must be diligent in cleaning and disinfecting these surfaces, especially when dealing with bacteria and viruses that require more effort to kill.

People with contagious illnesses who enter hospitals can transmit pathogens to surfaces, including restroom areas.

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