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INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Olon Hyde Stands Out as Emerging Leader Among Peers


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Berger Facility Solutions Makes a Splash as New BSCAI Member


SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS November 2024
How Software Helps Support the Staff


SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS November 2024
Software Helps Cleaning Managers Do More with Less


CARPET CARE THEN-AND-NOW November 2024
How to Know When Less is More in Carpet Care






THE STRATEGIC SELL: A HIGH-PERFORMING SALES PROCESS BLUEPRINT November 2024
5 Factors of a Differentiated Sales Process


THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE October 2024
Stats Support Cleaning Initiatives







BACK IN SIN CITY   October 2024
What to Expect at ISSA Show North America 2024 


DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Identifying and Eliminating Odor Sources



DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Preventing Facility Odors During Winter




AI TACKLES HAIS October 2024
How AI Impacts Cleaning Programs


AI TACKLES HAIS October 2024
Study Shows How AI Supports HAI Prevention



SMALL BUT MIGHTY October 2024
Advantages of Compact Floor Care Equipment


LEADERSHIP: UNDERSTANDING THE PILLARS OF PERSUASION October 2024
Techniques to Improve Persuasion Skills as a Leader









FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Roxana Escobar



EMBRACING EFFECTIVE IAQ August 2024
Effective Equipment to Maintain Air Quality



EMBRACING EFFECTIVE IAQ August 2024
Identify and Prevent Poor IAQ Pitfalls





















FROM THE EDITOR: GLOBAL FOOTPRINTS June 2024
Europe’s Influence on U.S. Sustainability



FROM THE EDITOR: INNOVATION OBSERVATIONS June 2024
Interclean Amsterdam Showcases Continuous Industry Progression









BENEFITS OF IMPROVED CLEANING CARTS FOR FRONTLINE STAFF May 2024
How Fine-tuning Cart Organization Pays Dividends


BENEFITS OF IMPROVED CLEANING CARTS FOR FRONTLINE STAFF May 2024
Cleaning Cart Improvement Tips for BSCs








SHEDDING LIGHT ON DISINFECTING TECHNOLOGY April 2024
Using UVC to Supplement Infection Prevention in Healthcare


MAINTAINING HANDWASHING MOMENTUM April 2024
Overlooked Areas for Soap and Sanitizer Dispensers


MAINTAINING HANDWASHING MOMENTUM April 2024
How to Improve Hand Hygiene Programs



THE STRATEGIC SELL: THE SECRET TO UNLOCKING SALES SUCCESS April 2024
The Difference Between Leading and Lagging Sales Indicators




BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
Technology Spearheads Industry Innovation



BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
Evaluating the Evolution of Ergonomic Equipment








LEADERSHIP: HOW EMPATHY IS PIVOTAL FOR MORALE April 2024
Empathy is Key to Employee Trust and Retention


FROM THE EDITOR: LIVE AND IN-PERSON April 2024
Benefits of Networking in the Cleaning Industry





















SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Protocols Pivotal to Successful Infection Control


HEALTHY SCHOOLS: ALL TOGETHER NOW February 2024
Lessons Learned from Developing an Integrated IAQ Strategy in Schools





SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
How Details Make a Difference When Choosing Surfactants



SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
Why Bio-Based Chemicals are Gaining a Following







LEADERSHIP: SERVING A LESSON IN LISTENING February 2024
The Benefits to Leaders Who Listen


BSCAI MEMBER NEWS January 2024
BSCAI Conference a Big Winner in Vegas 

























THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNVEILING THE KEYS TO SALES PERFORMANCE November 2023
How to Identify Causes Behind Underachieving Salespeople






















FROM THE EDITOR: PROVIDING THE RIGHT TOOLS October 2023
The Importance of Equipment During Employee Onboarding




IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Potential Benefits of Scent-Free Products


IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Why Different Smells Make an Impact on Cleaning Perception





ISSA NORTH AMERICA LANDS IN LAS VEGAS  October 2023
A BSC’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023 


ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE October 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Reflects on the Resilient 2000s



MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Identifying Optimal Mat Locations





BSCAI RECONVENES IN VEGAS  October 2023
What to Expect at BSCAI’s Contracting Success Conference  



ISSA NORTH AMERICA MARKS MAJOR MILESTONE October 2023
A Distributor’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023



DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
Practice Helps Progress Against HAIs



DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
How EVS Can Battle Back Against Infections 




THE STRATEGIC SELL: REVOLUTIONIZING SALES TRAINING October 2023
Top Reasons Why Sales Training Often Falls Short






CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF CLEANING October 2023
A Facility Cleaning Manager’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023








80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE September 2023
Events in the 1990s that Shaped the Jan/San Industry



QUICK FIXES September 2023
An Education in Increasing Productivity














HEALTHY SCHOOLS: RECRUITING AND RETAINING TOP TALENT August 2023
How Facility Managers Can Offer a Path to Professional Growth




MANAGEMENT: ADMITTING FAILURE August 2023
How Facility Cleaning Managers Learn from Leadership Failures






UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF HAIS August 2023
Best Practices, Equipment for Minimizing HAI Damages




UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF HAIS August 2023
How Cleaning Crews Can Mitigate HAIs






BUILDING BETTER TRAINING August 2023
9 Steps to Better Distributor Training Programs




THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLOCKING SUCCESS August 2023
A Game-Changing New Method for Hiring Salespeople




FROM THE EDITOR: END USERS NEED YOUR HELP August 2023
Distributors Find Value to Training Offerings






































SAFETY TRAINING: PROTECTING STAFF FROM PATHOGENS  June 2023
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Why It’s Important 








FROM THE EDITOR: PLANNING FOR THE UNEXPECTED June 2023
Why Emergency Preparedness Plans Should Be Required in Facilities



































FROM THE EDITOR: MANAGEMENT GROWTH AND BUILDING A STRONG TEAM April 2023
Three Training Tips for Top Managers











MOVING TO THE MAINSTREAM March 2023
Why Electrostatic Technology is Making a Splash

































STRATEGIC SELL: FIVE HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE SALESPEOPLE  February 2023
Expert Shares 5 Habits of Effective Salespeople 








BSCAI MEMBER NEWS: PERSONAL HOME EXCLUSION January 2023
How to Secure a Personal Home Exclusion Tax Break





CONTINUING A LEGACY January 2023
BSCAI President Shares Goals for 2023




FROM THE EDITOR: GROWING THROUGH EDUCATION January 2023
Previewing CleanLink’s Networking Events for 2023






RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Community Connection and Dedication Highlight CLEAN Awards




RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Celebrating Building Service Contractor CLEAN Award Winners





USING TECHNOLOGY TO CLEAN SMARTER November 2022
Easy Ways to Embrace and Use Technology in Cleaning Processes










THE STRATEGIC SELL: FIVE MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT SALES SUCCESS November 2022
How to Improve Sales Hiring Success



LEARNING FROM A SELF-ASSESSMENT November 2022
Tool Helps Assess School Facilities Management Strategies








COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE November 2022
Putting the Right Tools in the Right Hands



COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE November 2022
Tips and Tricks for Maxing Out a Carpet’s Lifespan



PREVENTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2022
Best Tools, Processes to Combat Cross-Contamination


PREVENTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2022
Tips and Tricks for Keeping Environments Safe and Clean








THE STRATEGIC SELL: BUT, SHE HAS A BIG BOOK October 2022
Why Revenue and Sales Effectiveness Are Not the Same











BAD SCENTS, NO SERVICE September 2022
Proven Products to Combat Odors


BAD SCENTS, NO SERVICE September 2022
How Distributors Can Assist with Foodservice Odors





ARE YOU READY? September 2022
What to Look for When Recruiting New Managers




RETURN TO THE WINDY CITY September 2022
A BSC's Guide to BSCAI's Contracting Success 2022






THE STRATEGIC SELL: SELLING INTO RECESSION...DOES IT MATTER? September 2022
Recession-Proof Sales Strategies for Distributors


PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
Paul Taylor Built a Foundation for Business Success




PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
ESS Clean CEO Turns Challenges into Success Stories





ADDRESSING AND RESOLVING RESTROOM ODORS August 2022
Key Restroom Odor Culprits and How to Prevent Them



BE AN ELITE BSC: MANAGING EXPECTATIONS AND ASPIRATIONS August 2022
Setting Business Expectations and Managing Reality



RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
A Distributor's Guide to ISSA North America 2022



RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
BSCs Benefit from Education and Awards at ISSA 2022


RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
A BSC's Guide to ISSA North America






























IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE June 2022
Tips to Incorporating Encapsulation Cleaning






POST-PANDEMIC FACILITY HYGIENE STANDARDS June 2022
How Facility Infection Control Practices Have Shifted







ARE YOU READY FOR WELL? June 2022
WELL Certification Emphasizes Facility Reopening




STRATEGIC SELL: HOW MUCH IS YOUR SALES FORCE COSTING YOU? June 2022
The Real Cost of Average or Weak Salespeople


FROM THE EDITOR: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON CLEANING June 2022
Top Takeaways from Attending Interclean Amsterdam










BUILDING A FOUNDATION April 2022
BSC Lays a Foundation for Long-Term Success




























EATING CLEAN February 2022
Tips for Infection Prevention Success








FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP LESSONS February 2022
Strong Leadership Requires Tough Decisions



















MAKING SCENTS October 2021
Tips To Combat Facility Odors





A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SIN CITY October 2021
Educational Tracks For In-House Attendees



FROM THE EDITOR: ON THE ROAD AGAIN October 2021
Reconnecting At ISSA Show North America












BSCAI: GEAR UP FOR CONTRACTING SUCCESS August 2021
BSCAI Announces 3-Day Hybrid Conference











BSCAI EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE 2021 SETS NEW ATTENDANCE RECORD June 2021
Business Tips Shared At Live BSCAI Event


DISCUSSING DISPENSER UPGRADES June 2021
Evaluating Facility Dispenser Setups









EXECUTIVE INSIGHTS: GREG BUCHNER ON THE OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES OF 2021 April 2021
CleanOffice CEO Talks Pandemic, BSCAI Events








KEEPING DOORS OPEN April 2021
OCCC Protocols Ensure Safe Events


KEEPING DOORS OPEN April 2021
Tips For Improving Employee Morale


KEEPING DOORS OPEN April 2021
Partnerships Pivotal To Infection Prevention













EMBRACE VIRTUAL February 2021
Preparing For Virtual Events, Trade Shows




JOIN US FOR THE BSCAI LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE February 2021
CEO Leadership Institute Now Virtual


SAVE THE DATE FOR THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE February 2021
BSCAI Event To Share Leadership Strategies
















BE SURE TO JOIN BSCAI FOR OUR 2021 EVENTS November 2020
CEO Seminar, Management Conference Near


ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Equipment Training, Maintenance Retains Customers


ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Free Services Lead To Revenue


ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Marketing Post-Purchase Services Pays Dividends


SAVE THE DATE FOR BSCAI'S 2021 CEO SEMINAR October 2020
BSCAI CEO Seminar Slated For Hawaii In January


THANK YOU FOR JOINING US AT CONTRACTING SUCCESS+ November 2020
BSCAI Contracting Success+ Provided Key Networking Opportunities















REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL CONTRACTING SUCCESS+ CONFERENCE August 2020
BSCAI Conference Goes Virtual








TARGETING HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTION HOTSPOTS June 2020
Cleaning Hospital Equipment, Bedside Area



LOOKING AHEAD April 2020
Tips For Employee Succession Plans








SUPERBUGS IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH February 2020
Superbugs Spreading From Soft Surfaces, Too


EVOLVING WITH EVS February 2020
Determining EVS Protocol In Healthcare Facilities










GOOGLE GOES WITH GREEN CLEANING November 2019
How Google Embraces Zero Waste






















FROM THE EDITOR June 2019
The Answer To Infection Control


FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2019
Chicago Day Porter Known For Kindness, Hard Work


SMART DISPENSERS REQUIRE SMART DISTRIBUTORS June 2019
Time To Promote The IoT-Equipped Restroom



KNOW THE REASONS BEHIND YOUR ACTIONS April 2019
Gain Leadership Skills By Asking "Why?"




April 2019
Communicating Value


HELPING PREVENT THE FLU March 2019
Stopping Sickness With Hand Sanitizer Stations



FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2019
Longtime Janitor Viewed As "Soldier On The Frontline"


RECRUITING GENERATION NEXT February 2019
What Millennials In The Workplace Desire



FACILITY FOCUS November 2018
Fighting Contamination In Recycling


GIVING GERMS MORE ATTENTION November 2018
High-Touch Surfaces Need Improved Disinfecting



TRACKING JANITOR PRODUCTIVITY WITH APPS August 2018
Exploring Evidence-Based Cleaning



THE POWER OF PEERS August 2018
Peer-To-Peer Networking Helps Solve Issues







SUCCESS STARTS WITH LEAP OF FAITH February 2018
Steve Harvey Book Helps Business Leaders, BSCs "Jump" Toward Success


REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Vacuums That Tackle Previously Neglected Surfaces


REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Using Proper Vacuuming Equipment Promotes Health And Safety






THROUGH THICK AND THIN August 2017
SMI Facility Services Still Strong After 25 Years





SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Hand Washing Prevents Cold And Flu


SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Positioning Soap And Sanitizer


SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Tips To Encouraging Hand Washing



PRESERVING LAUNDRY STANDARDS April 2017
Proper Laundering Aids In Infection Prevention
The role that laundry facilities play in proper infection prevention strategies




DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Healthcare Designs That Aid In Infection Prevention


DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Surfaces That Help An Infection Control Program


DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Considering Cleaning Processes When Designing Facilities


JANITORS NEED ERGONOMICS, NOT INJURIES August 2016
Prevent Workplace Injury With Proper Mopping Technique, Tools



PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Integrated Pest Management Tips That Work
Understanding frequent offenders and how to keep them out of facilities

PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Common Pests And How They Get Into Facilities
What To Look Out For

PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Pest Risks Based On Facility Type


EFFECTIVE INFECTION PREVENTION August 2016
Technology That Prevents Hospital Acquired Infections


SMART RESTROOMS IMPROVE CLEANING EFFICIENCY June 2016
Internet Of Things Devices In The Restroom



CLEANING COMPLAINTS YOU JUST CAN’T BELIEVE February 2016
Survey Reveals Top Cleaning Complaints


BOOK CLUB: PROVIDING WIDESPREAD, CONSISTENT SERVICE November 2015
Learn The Franchise Model From 'The E Myth Revisited'


THE STRATEGIC SELL: TRAINING IS A NECESSITY October 2015
Providing The Janitorial Industry With Professional Development Opportunities


ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
How Facility Managers Can Plan For A Disaster


ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
Ten Tips For Developing An Emergency Plan


ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
Developing An Emergency Evacuation Plan


PROTECT YOUR HOSPITAL FROM GOVERNMENT ‘FINES’ October 2015
Preventing Hospital Acquired Infections And Readmissions Fines


PROTECT YOUR HOSPITAL FROM GOVERNMENT ‘FINES’ October 2015
Products That Protect Against HAIs



REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Protect Workers From Medical Waste


REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
What Is Considered Medical Waste


BOOK CLUB: SUCCESS LIES WITHIN February 2015
Steve Harvey Tells BSCs To Harness Fear To Attain Success



BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Disinfecting Against Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria


BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Types of Disinfectants Used in Healthcare Facilities


BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Targeting Disease-causing Pathogens




HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
BSCs Fill In Medical Cleaning Staff Gaps



HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
Infection Control Training Is Key To Success


PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE June 2014
Developing A Strong Preventative Maintenance Program For Floor Equipment
Doing so can improve departmental productivity, improve sustainability and mean a cleaner facility

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE June 2014
Maintenance Tips for Floor Equipment
Why it is important for custodial managers to develop a plan and train staff to properly maintain floor equipment


FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Buying Floor Machines From Distributors Vs. Direct


FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Should BSCs Rent or Lease Floor Care Machines?


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Understanding The Science Behind Activated Water


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Selecting The Right Electrolyzed Water Product


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Independent Tests Back Activated Water Claims


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Weighing The Cleaning Efficiency of E-water Solutions


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Common Uses For Activated Water Products


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Use E-water With Standard Cleaning Tools and Processes


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Manufacturers Address the 'Water Issue'


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
New Hand Dryer Accessories Divert Water From Restroom Walls and Floors


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Water Collection Includes Reservoirs and Absorbent Ceramic


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Prevent Germs With Hand Dryer Mats


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Springfield Paper Company Goes Mobile



COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
M-commerce Has Landed


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Understanding Mobile Optimization


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Young Buyers Fueling B2B Mobile Sales


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Choosing Mobile Optimization Methods


BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
CDC: 35 Percent of Occupational Diseases Are Skin-related


BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
Avoid Dry, Cracked Hands With Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer


BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
Matching Hand Soap To The Industry Setting


PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
What's The Value of Cleaning Expertise?


PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Positive Customer Experiences Can Trump Price Tags


PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Quantifying and Documenting Value-added Services


PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Drilling Down Cleaning Customer Needs


DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Preserving the Life of Chemical Proportioner Systems


DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Tips For Removing Build-up In Chemical Dispensers


DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Signs A Chemical Dilution Unit Is Malfunctioning


UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
End Users Demand Dilution Control


UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Locating A Water Source For Chemical Proportioning


UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Chemical Stations Appearing in New Construction


UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Chemicals To-go: Using Preportioned Packets


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
The Evolution of Low-decibel Carpet Equipment


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Energy, Sustainability Initiatives Drive Day Cleaning


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Carpet Chemical Trends


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Reduce Worker Injuries With Water-fed Cleaning Poles


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Purified Water Leaves Windows Streak-free


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Automatic Window Cleaning Systems Save Time and Money


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Clean Glass Faster With Self-climbing Window Washer Tools


IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Flooded Batteries Top AGM, Gel Types


IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Cleaning Battery Terminals


IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Additional Battery Maintenance Tips



UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Study On Laundered Towels Finds E. Coli, Tetanus


UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Training Hospital Cleaners To Use Wet Wipes


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Motors And Their Impact On Vacuum Noise Levels


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Vacuum Care And Maintenance Tips


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Incorporating Various Types of Vacuums In Your Program


SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
LEED Gets A Makeover


SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
Green Cleaning Loses LEED EBOM Credit


SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
LEED EBOM v4 Expands Green Cleaning Prerequisite



SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
Additional LEED EBOM v4 Updates


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Must-have Vacuum Attachments


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Increase Cleaning Efficiency With Backpack Vacuums


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Foot Traffic, Floor Surface Dictate Vacuum Cleaning Frequencies


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Are Extra Vacuum Features Worth The Cost?


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Reap The Benefits of Ergonomic Vacuums


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
CDC Says Hand Drying Is Essential


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
America Has A Hand Hygiene Problem


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Study: Mayo Clinic Compares Paper Towels, Other Hand Drying Methods




GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Learning The GHS Glossary




UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Getting Building Occupants Involved In Office Cleanliness


SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Embracing Sustainable Practices In Business



SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Seal The Deal With Cleaning Case Studies


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
U.S. Green Building Council Updates LEED Cleaning Requirements


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
New LEED v4 Green Cleaning Points and Requirements


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Stricter Requirements for LEED Credits


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
LEED Eligible Equipment And More


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Distributors Important Role in LEED v4 Certification



UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Reduce Injuries and Labor Costs With Building Floor Mats


UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Maintaining Commercial Floor Matting







MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
Diluting With Preportioned Packets Over Wall-Mounted Chemical Dispensing Systems
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.


EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Ward Off Foodborne Illnesses With Sanitizing Wipes



CRE JOINS THE SUPERBUGS April 2013
CRE Prevention Starts With Cleaning


WARNING SIGNS April 2013
Learning the GHS language


THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
How To Prevent C. diff Through Better Cleaning






February 2013
BSC Book Review: Maximum Achievement
Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy provides BSCs with steps to sucess

February 2013
Get to Know the 2012 FTC Green Guides
FTC Green Guides were recently revised, here’s what you need to know

February 2013
FTC Green Claims: Certifications and Seals of Approval
New FTC guidelines distinguish between third-party and self-certification

TOP 5 SALES LEADERS February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Steve Bergholtz, AmSan
Steve Bergholtz had dreams of playing professional hockey. When he did not make the NHL, Steve fueled his competitiveness into sales.

ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY November 2012
As Implied By Hurricane Sandy, Climate Change Is Real
How BSCs can help prepare themselves and customers for weather-related emergencies

SLIP AND FALL November 2012
Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls With Matting
Healthcare facilities pose a greater risks for slips, trips and falls. Matting helps keep floors dry and safe

October 2012
Help Sales Reps Embrace Mobile Devices And Software
Not all employees are tech-savvy. How distributors are getting buy-in for mobile devices and software

October 2012
Mobile Sales Tools and Software Support The Selling Process
Technology can help salespeople save time and close more deals

ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY September 2012
Sustainability: Look For It At ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2012
Sustainability tips for trade shows and beyond


September 2012
Three Warehouse Inventory Management Tools
Voice picking, pick to light and RFID can help create more accurate and productive warehouses

September 2012
Bar Coding Systems Improve Warehouse Accuracy and Productivity
Get a better handle on inventory management with bar coding technology



ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY June 2012
LEED 2012 Postponed, Renamed LEED v4
LEED v4 changes cleaning credits










September 2011
New To Distributors' Arsenal: Tablets
From product demonstrations to capturing delivery signatures, tablet devices are helping distributors simplify business operations


COVER STORY April 2011
Outsourcing's Fine Print
Before facilities outsource custodial operations, executives should examine the fine print items that are often overlooked on building service contractor proposals

FREETIME November 2010
Building Homes In Mexico


TECHNOLOGY October 2010
Sales? There's An App For That
Distributor salespeople are tapping into mobile applications to help do their jobs


TECHNOLOGY March 2010
Defending Data On-The-Go
Mobile devices can contain valuable company and customer data. Take appropriate measures to ensure it stays in the right hands

COVER STORY February 2010
Generation Next
Contracting Profits takes a look at some up-and-coming industry leaders

ASHKIN ON GREEN October 2009
Green Paper And Plastic



COVER STORY March 2009
Cleaning Science
With concern for occupant health growing, BSCs turn to data to validate sanitation claims

BIDDING March 2009
Reverse Auctions: Losing Propositions
Selling services in online auctions only reinforces the view that cleaning is a commodity, BSCs say

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Day Cleaning Commercial Offices


SALES December 2008
Win Clients With Business Reviews
This high-level selling approach focuses on customer goals rather than products

FREETIME December 2008
Connecting With Vintage Airplanes


ASHKINONGREEN September 2008
Avoiding Greenwashing
Being branded a ‘greenwasher’ not only affects credibility, but it could lead to legal action

ASHKINONGREEN July 2008
Cradle To Grave Vs. Cradle To Cradle
While cradle to cradle is just emerging in the cleaning industry, it is the next step in green cleaning

ASHKINONGREEN June 2008
Green Terminology: Educate Yourself
Organizations can't solely focus on profits, but must also consider impacts on people and the planet

TECHTALK April 2008
Mobile Device Policy Varies


TECH CENTRAL March 2008
Training Sales Reps On Mobile Devices


TECH CENTRAL October 2007
Streamlining Sales With Mobile Devices


ASHKINONGREEN October 2007
Green Cleaning In Commercial Facilities
Don’t just switch to a green product or two — make sure your cleaning procedures protect occupant health

COVER STORY September 2007
Performance Audits
How effective is your cleaning department? Evaluating operations through third-party assessments

BOOKREVIEWS September 2007
Is It Time For A Change? Find The Answers In Two Quick Business Reads
Is It Time For A Change? Find The Answers In Two Quick Business Reads

ASHKINONGREEN September 2007
Go Green At ISSA/INTERCLEAN®
Look for exhibitors that will help you differentiate your green company from others in the market

FREETIME September 2007
Extreme Kayaking


TECH CENTRAL August 2007
Tools That Help Businesses Prosper


ASHKINONGREEN August 2007
The Geography Of Green Cleaning
If you act quickly, you can take advantage of a state’s slower pace and make a name for yourself as a green trailblazer

ASHKINONGREEN July 2007
How To Become A Green Company
A green company inspires its customers to improve their own environmental practices

ASHKINONGREEN June 2007
Overcoming Early Green Cleaning Challenges
Moving your company toward green cleaning can be daunting, but the rewards are significant

ASHKINONGREEN May 2007
Proving The Value And Effectiveness Of Green
By just using toilet paper with recycled content, we can save up to 25 million trees a year

ASHKINONGREEN April 2007
Earth Day Gives BSCs A Chance To Tout Green
Use Earth Day as a hook to tell building occupants, “We care. We are making a difference”

ASHKINONGREEN March 2007
Does ‘Green’ Mean Cleaning For Health?
Typically, cleaning is seen as a commodity because customers think all cleaning is the same

ASHKINONGREEN February 2007
What Makes A Disinfectant Green?
Even though disinfectants don’t have green standards, they are still a part of green cleaning programs

ASHKINONGREEN January 2007
Looking Back At Green In 2006
In 2006, New York became the first state to pass green legislation. Expect others to follow

TECH CENTRAL December 2006
Sizing Up Downsized Gadgets


FREETIME December 2006
Creating Christmas Cheer


ASHKINONGREEN October 2006
Stay Up To Date On Green Requirements
As green-building initiatives grow, it will fuel the demand for green cleaning by your customers

ASHKINONGREEN August 2006
Looking for Green at ISSA/INTERCLEAN®



ASHKINONGREEN June 2006
Green Distributors? Five Questions To Ask
More janitorial-supply distributors are making it easy for contractors to be green

ASHKINONGREEN March 2006
It's Earth Day: Make It Matter
BSCs can use Earth Day to demonstrate they can offer something different


ASHKINONGREEN January 2006
The Year In Green Cleaning: 2005
2005 was an incredible year for green cleaning, and going into 2006, it will continue to grow

ASHKIN ON GREEN November 2004
Uncover The "Green" Needs, Supply Expertise


COVER STORY October 2004
Helping Hand
How cleaning managers influence product and equipment development

ASHKIN ON GREEN September 2004
Join The Green Cleaning Party



ASHKIN ON GREEN May 2004
Just Showing Up Isn't Good Enough


ASHKIN ON GREEN February 2004
Whats and Whys: A Green Cleaning Primer