As far back as the late 1600s, red tape (or ribbons) were used to bind official documents. The “red tape” phrase has since taken on a different meaning—one that conjures up unnecessary hoops and onerous bureaucracy. The proverbial red tape in government contracting...
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Continuing to Evolve the Health and Safety of Your Buildings in This “Next Normal”
This publication originally appeared in the BOMA San Diego newsletter, Fall 2021. While there is a sense of “enough already” about hearing about COVID-19, building owners and managers need to maintain efforts to protect building occupants and continue to demonstrate...
Actionable Sustainability in Commercial Cleaning
Consumer demand for companies to engage in sustainable business practices grows every year, and responsible companies are always looking for opportunities to expand their eco-friendly efforts. Actionable sustainability goes beyond pledging donations and planting...
How to Engineer a Comfortable Space
Facility managers have the responsibility of not only overseeing the parts of a building one sees but also ensuring the comfort of building occupants. Behind closed doors, and sometimes under the ground people walk on, complicated machinery delivering multiple comfort...
Cleaning for Common Allergens Inside Commercial Facilities
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year, making it the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the United States (American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology). Many forms of allergies can be aggravated by improper cleaning and...
Maintaining Indoor Air Quality as Workforces Return to the Office
As businesses continue to adjust to conditions post-pandemic, employees are increasingly returning, at least part-time, to in-person workplaces. With a newfound awareness of infectious disease transmission, facility managers and operations teams must remain acutely...
Tools of the Trade: Commercial Cleaning & Floorcare
The equipment used in commercial cleaning services can make all the difference in how effectively a job gets done. Cleaning technologies have advanced significantly in recent history, including developments in more environmentally friendly and ergonomic machinery....
Choosing the Right Cleaning Method
The advent of the COVID pandemic brought many new terms into the vernacular. Suddenly, people were talking about viral load and transmissibility and coronavirus – and even learning that the common cold is a type of coronavirus! This new vocabulary also included terms...
The Potential Dangers of Cleaning with Artificially Fragranced Cleaning Products
What does “clean” smell like? Most people may instinctively think of the smell of chemical heavy products like bleach. While scents like “Linen Fresh” and “Ocean Breeze” sound harmless on paper, chemical cleaning products with artificial fragrances have been found by...
Outdoor Air Quality Impacts Indoor Air Quality: Protecting Building Occupants
Pollution and the impact on air quality is a big topic. While political, economic, and environmental discussions have dominated this issue, pollution rates continue to rise, particularly in cities and surrounding areas. Add to that wildfire season, rampant in many...
Implement Smart Cleaning and Safety Protocols to Minimize Costly Slips, Trips, and Falls
Slips, trips, and falls are the most common accidents both at work and in daily life. According to OSHA, they account for 15% of all accidental deaths in the U.S., second only to motor vehicle accidents at nearly 24%. The National Safety Council reports 25,000...
The Top 5 Benefits of Professional Janitorial Services
Professional janitorial services play an important role in maintaining clean and safe environments for businesses. For large companies, keeping a clean workspace is not just about appearances. It impacts employee health, safety, and productivity, and helps create a...
How Facility Maintenance Enhances Workplace Productivity
A clean, well-maintained workplace is more than just a luxury; it is a key driver of efficiency and productivity. For larger businesses, where the scale and complexity of operations demand seamless coordination, facility maintenance becomes even more critical. But...
Essential Checklist for Daily Janitorial Tasks
Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary workplace is an important component for businesses in any industry. It’s not just about appearances, either. Keeping a workspace clean helps boost productivity, improves employee well-being, and creates a professional...
Creating a Sustainable Janitorial Plan for Your Business
A clean, well-maintained business environment is a must if things like productivity, health, and a professional image are important to you. But in today’s world, businesses are also looking for ways to align their operations with sustainable practices, and developing...
10 Questions to Consider When Choosing a Commercial Cleaning Service
*Originally featured in the Houston Business Journal on December 20, 2024 Selecting the right janitorial partner can be a time-intensive undertaking, and in today's sprawling, ever-changing landscape, this process requires a thoughtful approach to ensure the...
Humans at the Center: The Importance of Fostering an Employee-First Culture
How prioritizing employee well-being, recognition, and growth creates stronger workplaces and drives business success.
The Future of Facility Services: How AI and Human Expertise are Transforming the Industry Together
*Originally published in the Silicon Valley Business Journal on March 28, 2025 For decades, the facility services industry has been viewed as a traditional, labor-intensive sector, one that relies more on people than on technology. But that perception is changing...
Why a Well-Maintained Workspace is Integral to the Return-to-Office Movement
*Originally published in L.A. Business First on March 17, 2025 Commercial real estate leadership is reshaping the future of in-office work, transforming spaces into thriving hubs of collaboration and innovation. Facility services providers aren’t just support in...
How 1099 Employment ‘Strangles The Life Out Of The American Dream’ In The Facility Services Sector
*Originally published in Houston Bisnow on March 21, 2025 From industrial warehouses to life sciences laboratories, facility service workers play a vital role in maintaining commercial properties. In Houston — one of the nation’s largest cities, with an economy that...