Business Management
The next generation of maintenance managers
As the job market continues to evolve and more maintenance managers look at retirement, it’s time to recruit the next generation. Attracting prospects, retaining candidates,
Use your winter generator safely
Winter is coming, and with extreme weather, electricity outages can result in costly work stoppages at your facility. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is
Using customer feedback to build your commercial cleaning business
Running a commercial cleaning business means delivering excellent service, building relationships, and listening to your customers. Customer service is vital for the success of your
Is there a downside to AI in maintenance management?
Emerging technology and AI can help maintenance managers streamline their processes, access critical facility data, predict behaviour, and save money, but is there a downside?
Your fall cleaning checklist
We often focus on spring cleaning, but fall cleaning is important, too! Prepare yourself for the challenges of winter, get ahead of the snow and
Differentiating your customer service
Customer service is a vital part of every business. Putting customers first, providing exceptional service, and building relationships will help cleaners and maintenance managers better
Keeping your building air and watertight for the winter
Winter brings extreme weather, cold temperatures, and a freeze-thaw cycle that can negatively affect your building, its occupants, and your workflow, so keeping your facility
The art of the janitorial cleaning cart
The cleaning cart is a fundamental tool for cleaners and janitorial staff, easing some of the labour stress, increasing efficiency, and helping to get the
Looking ahead to 2024’s commercial cleaning trends
As the commercial cleaning industry continues to grow and evolve, what are experts predicting to emerge as the top trends next year? Technology, sustainability, and
Choosing the right floors for your building
If you are replacing your floors as part of your indoor maintenance plan, there is some key information you need to know before you start.
How independent distributors can help with today’s challenges
These are challenging times for commercial cleaners, with lowered building occupancy, smaller budgets, and less labour, but independent distributors can prove to be valuable resources
Is your facility ready for winter?
Winter brings its own unique challenges to facilities, and preparing for those conditions ahead of the cold weather can save you time, money, and headaches.
Getting started in decarbonization
As we strive to lessen our impact on the environment, decarbonization is something that maintenance managers can work towards to help reach the sustainability goals.
Minimizing the risk of winter mould
Winter brings increased precipitation, melting snow and ice, and warmer temperatures indoors – ideal conditions for indoor mould growth. Prevention is the key to avoiding
Commercial cleaning remains critical even with lower building occupancy
Building occupancy has changed, and that means that commercial cleaning has had to pivot once again to accommodate the needs of their corporate customers. Less
How AI can improve your warehouse operations
Smart buildings and technology adoption have become so popular in the last few years, with facility managers streamlining operations, better managing inventory, and minimizing labour.
Common maintenance misconceptions for concrete floors
Concrete floors play a crucial role in commercial buildings, offering the appeal of low maintenance, durability, and aesthetics. Because of these traits, polished concrete floors