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FORECASTING WINTER WEATHER STRATEGIES August 2026
Predicting Ice Melting Needs, a Guide for Distributors


WILD DEMANDS, CLEAN RESULTS August 2026
Cleaning and Maintaining the Minnesota Zoo





FORECASTING WINTER WEATHER STRATEGIES August 2026
Ice Melt Inventory Plans to Combat Winter Weather













FROM THE EDITOR August 2026
Measuring the Value of AI in Cleaning

















BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2026
Dos and Don'ts of Promotion Readiness














FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK: SUSTAINABLE GROWTH IS THE END GOAL July 2026
Tips for Sustainable Growth of Contract Cleaning Companies


















BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2026
Contracting Success 2026




EXPANDING THE PRODUCT MIX June 2026
Distributors Grow with Foodservice Offerings




BE AN ELITE BSC July 2026
How to Use the Time AI Gives Back





MAINTAINING A FIRST IMPRESSION July 2026
Guide to Maintaining Parking Lots




































BUILDING A LAWN CARE PROGRAM May 2026
How to Diversify into Lawn Care


HANDLING DISAPPOINTMENT May 2026
Why Leaders Should Acknowledge Disappointment



BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2026
5 Tips for Managing Customer Relationships



BUCKET BREAKDOWN May 2026
Mop Replacement Part Issues







FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK May 2026
Keeping Tabs on Global Cleaning Trends



GOING BEYOND GREEN April 2026
Benefits of Switching to Sustainable Systems



GOING BEYOND GREEN April 2026
Creating More Sustainable Cleaning Systems






RESPONDING TO SMALL THREATS April 2026
Cleaning Teams Fight Back Against Pest Infestations













PAVING THE WAY April 2026
The Women Leading Custodial Services







STRESSING STAFF RETENTION March 2026
Creating Training Programs That Improve Staff Retention



FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK March 2026
Finding Inspiration from Female Leaders



TECHNOLOGY OPTIMIZES OPERATIONS March 2026
5 Ways Contract Cleaning Pros Are Using AI for Their Business



BSCAI PARTNERSHIPS AT WORK March 2026
How Office Pride Scaled from Under $1M to $1.7M





FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
Learning to Lead Through Dedication and Hard Work



FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
Designing Inclusive Systems for a Better Cleaning Culture


FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
How Innovation Drives Industry Improvements




A CROSS ROAD February 2026
Understanding Robotic Floor Care Equipment


FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
A Journey Through Education and Enrichment







FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
Women Who Influence the Future of Commercial Cleaning





STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Nena Smith Leads with Integrity





STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Mark Baldwin Guides the Next Generation



STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Jeff Madsen Sells Solutions






STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Jeff Eisenbeisz Invests in the Industry




SELLING SUCCESS February 2026
Sales Success: Past, Present, and Future







IMPROVING PRODUCTIVITY February 2026
Team Cleaning Can Solve Workplace Productivity Challenges



THE DOS AND DON'TS OF DIVERSIFICATION January 2026
SVP Provides Diversification Strategy Tips and Tricks



DISASTER PREPAREDNESS February 2026
How School Cleaning Teams Prepare for Flood Threats


HOW PROPERLY PORTIONED CHEMICALS OPTIMIZE CLEANING OPERATIONS January 2026
Manufacturer Q&A Explores Dilution Control Issues




PROLONG THE LIFE OF FLOORS January 2026
Tailoring Care to Floor Types




PROLONG THE LIFE OF FLOORS January 2026
How to Restore and Maintain Hard Floors






LEADERSHIP: SUPPORTING YOUR STAFF February 2026
Leading During Times of National Strife



TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
Expert Q&A Addresses Jan/San Hurdles





DOES SIZE MATTER? February 2026
Comparing Large and Small Carpet Care Equipment



TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
How to be a Strong Leader During Challenging Times


TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
Responding to Challenging Times Impacts Cleaning Staff and Future Business






CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
Community Service Award: Benevolence Begets Business





CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
BSCAI Showcases Building Service Employee of the Year





CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
David Murphy Recognized for Distinguished Service





ELITE BSC: HARDWIRING FOR EXCELLENCE November 2025
Four Principles Cleaning Contracts can use to Promote Performance























STRATEGIC SELL: HOW DO YOU EARN YOUR MARGIN? November 2025
3 Modern Sales Strategies that Drive Value






IN THE FIELD: SUCCESS IN ALL SEASONS October 2025
Tools Cleaning Teams Use to Tackle Snow Removal








DAY CLEANING INCENTIVES AND HURDLES November 2025
Day Cleaning Trade-Offs


THE CASE FOR DAY CLEANING November 2025
Day Cleaning Leads to Energy Savings


BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2025
2010s: BSCAI Continues to Innovate





CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
Recognizing 2025's Industry Stars



ELITE BSC: THE IMPORTANCE OF CURIOSITY October 2025
Habits of a Strong Leader






SUCCESS IN ALL SEASONS October 2025
Winter Weather Services Prove Promising





EDITOR'S NOTE October 2025
BSCs Build a Professional Network


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


BE AN ELITE BSC - FROM FRUSTRATION TO PROGRESS: ASKING BETTER QUESTIONS March 2025
Cleaning Pros Benefit from Asking the Right Questions


FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY October 2025
Cleaning Foodservice Spaces Must be Consistent


BE AN ELITE BSC – RETAINING CUSTOMERS: THE KEY TO LONG-TERM SUCCESS May 2025
Exceeding Customer Expectations Leads to Repeat Business


FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY  October 2025
Smart Cleaning is Key for Commercial Kitchens


IN THE FIELD: THE SHIFT WARS July 2025
Benefits and Tradeoffs of Day and Night Cleaning




THE ART OF MACHINE MAINTENANCE September 2025
Distributors Benefit from Offering Service Departments


BUILDING THE BLUEPRINT October 2025
EVS Leaders Focus on Teambuilding and Morale


BUILDING THE BLUEPRINT October 2025
People, Process, and Purpose Lead to Award-Winning EVS



BSCAI ANNIVERSARY: PHOTO GALLERY July 2025
Photo Archive Outlines 60 Years of BSCAI


GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Proper Techniques to Using Ice Melt


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 2010S July 2025
2010s: BSCAI Continues to Improve


GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Knowing What Ice Melt to Buy and When


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 2000S July 2025
2000s: BSCAI Partnership Prove Successful


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 1990S July 2025
1990s: BSCAI Rides a Wave of Momentum


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 1980S July 2025
1980s: Education Drives BSCAI Forward


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 1970S July 2025
1970s: BSCAI Makes Big Moves


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: 1960S July 2025
1960s: BSCs Band Together to Launch BSCAI


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: PRESIDENT RECOLLECTIONS July 2025
Success Stories that Stem from BSCAI Membership


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: PRESIDENT RECOLLECTIONS July 2025
BSCAI Presidents Share Memorable Moments


BSCAI 60TH ANNIVERSARY: PRESIDENT RECOLLECTIONS July 2025
Presidents Share Memorable Milestonesย 


BSCAI ANNIVERSARY: PRESIDENT’S WELCOME  July 2025
Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future: BSCAI Turns 60













STRATEGIC SELL: UNLOCKING GROWTH June 2025
How Inside Sales Impacts B2B Selling


SPOTLIGHTING TOP PRODUCTS June 2025
Recognizing the 2025 Distributor Choice Award Winners




GROWING FOOD SERVICE OFFERINGS April 2025
Answering the Demand for Sustainable Food Service Products 








BE AN ELITE BSC January 2025
Unlock Sales Success with SPIN Selling


BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
John Bruning Goes Above and Beyond for Clients


BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Paul Mullen Prioritizes Relationships at PJP



BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Deven Eastridge is Dedicated to Delivering Service


BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Craig Baumgardt is Committed to his Clients






IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE March 2025
How to Boost Carpet Cleaning Sales 
















RECOGNIZED RESILIENCE January 2025
BSCAI President Shares Association Goals for 2025




OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH February 2025
Setting Cleaning Managers up for Success



ELEVATING YOUR BUSINESS January 2025
Exploring Industry Trends and Innovation









RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Guy Mingo Shares Future Industry Insights



RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Prioritizing Team Growth for Company Success


RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Strategies for Success at Marsden Services





INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Prestige Maintenance Recognized for Community Involvement


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Cesar Chapiama Named as Building Service Employee of the Year


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
BSCAI Announces Nathalie Doobin Receives Leadership Award



IN THE FIELD: INFECTION CONTROL November 2024
Infection Prevention Demands Seem Lackluster




12/24/2024
Happy Holidays!




HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Hawaii Hotel Praises Culture for Staff Retention



SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS November 2024
How Software Helps Support the Staff


FROM THE EDITOR November 2024
What the Return-to-Office Trend Means for BSCs




FROM THE EDITOR November 2024
Managing Multi-Generational Teams


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






STRATEGIZING GROWTH AND EFFICIENCY October 2024
Strategic Approach for BSC Growth and Efficiency





AI TACKLES HAIS October 2024
How AI Impacts Cleaning Programs


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


















WEATHERING THE STORM August 2024
Selecting the Right Ice Melt Products









AN EYE ON INNOVATION August 2024
Top Industry Products Used in Facilities










PRODUCTS MAKING AN IMPACT July 2024
Products Impacting the Cleaning Industry 


8/14/2024
CleanCo Joins NSA









FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY July 2024
How BSCs Can Build Trust With Customers




FINDING THE IDEAL JANITORIAL TEAM PLAYER July 2024
Identify Top Candidates with 5 Effective Interview Questions












HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Why Maturity Models Make Sense for Educational Settings


HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Making Health and Sustainability a Priority








DISTRIBUTORS NAME TOP PRODUCTS June 2024
Celebrating the 2024 Distributor Choice Award Winners












RE-EVALUATING CUSTOMER COMMUNICATIONS May 2024
Win New Customers Through Improved Communications














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











FROM THE EDITOR: SERVICE WITH A SMILE April 2024
Why Strong Customer Service is Essential













FROM THE EDITOR: TACKLING TURNOVER March 2024
Report Evaluates Industry Turnover




FROM THE EDITOR March 2024
Keeping on Top of Product Innovation 
















THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLEASHING SALES SUCCESS IN 2024ย ย  February 2024
How to Address the 3 Most Common Sales Challenges 







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










A JOURNEY THROUGH GENERATIONS January 2024
How Bee-Clean Acquired Heritage Building Maintenance




A JOURNEY THROUGH GENERATIONS January 2024
BSCAI President Reflects on Career in Cleaning



FROM THE EDITOR: RAISING THE TIDE January 2024
Why Collaboration Wins in Commercial Cleaning






ELITE BSC: GROWING YOUR JANITORIAL SERVICES BUSINESS January 2024
Growing a Business is a Marathon, Not a Sprint





CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSC Rewarded for Industry Involvement


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names Recipient of Most Prestigious Award


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Recognizing the Building Service Employee of the Year



CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
UG2’s Maria Tueros Leads the Charge on Training Opportunities


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
GRBS Provides Opportunities for Perseverance


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Emerging Leader Finds Success, Inspiration Through Mentorship




CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names 2023 CLEAN Award Winners



IN THE FIELD: SURFACE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IDENTIFIES, VALIDATES CLEANING NEEDS November 2023
Combining Cleaning Technology with Professional Instincts




BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2023
What M&A Buyers Look for in a BSC 


IN THE FIELD: SURFACE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IDENTIFIES, VALIDATES CLEANING NEEDS November 2023
Using Software to Pinpoint, Clean Problem Surfaces


12/29/2023
Happy New Year!







12/20/2023
Winners Announced for 2023 Reader’s Choice Award 
Readers of Facility Maintenance Decisions and Facility Cleaning Decisions voted on the best products in this new award programย 







IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!ย  November 2023
Training and Tools Make Tackling Tough Jobs Easier


IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!ย  November 2023
How the Right Equipment Makes Tasks Safer




BE AN ELITE BSC November 2023
Lessons Learned from Leading During Covid



FROM THE EDITOR: THE BENEFITS OF GIVING November 2023
How Giving Back Benefits Communities and BSCs Alike











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



BE AN ELITE BSC October 2023
Strategies for Stopping Negative Self-Talk 



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





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








DELIVERING DEFENSEย  October 2023
Practice Helps Progress Against HAIs




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








































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




SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE August 2023
Showcasing the 1980s and its Impact on Jan/San





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




PLANNING FOR A WINTER WONDERLAND August 2023
Tips and Tricks for Storing and Saving Ice Melt Products


















PROMOTING HAND HYGIENE WITH EFFICIENT SOAP USAGE July 2023
Hand Hygiene Habits Pivotal to Successful Soap Setups






THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
Cautious Considerations of AI for BSCs



THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
How AI Can Impact BSC Operations





ELITE BSC: CLOSING THE CIRCLE ON COMPLAINTS July 2023
Simple Steps BSCs Can Use to Handle Customer Complaints



FROM THE EDITOR: KEEPING AN OPEN MIND ON AIย  July 2023
How BSCs Should Approach AI





























IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Seasonal Nature of Viruses Keeps Schools on their Toes


IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Tackling Cleaning Concerns Before Schools Welcome Students













ELITE BSC: HOW MANY FIELD MANAGERS DO I NEED? May 2023
Determining the Appropriate Number of Cleaning Field Managers







IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
Tips for Staffing, Marketing Exterior Marketing Services


IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
How Exterior Maintenance Offerings Can Set BSCs Apart





FROM THE EDITOR: BRANCHING OUT BEYOND CLEANING May 2023
The Importance of Value-Added Services for BSCs




























4/11/2023
WOW! BMS Joins NSA

















MOVING TO THE MAINSTREAM March 2023
Training Tips for Electrostatic Spraying



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











BE AN ELITE BSC: HOW TO SELL A PRICE INCREASE March 2023
Tips BSCs Can Use to Sell a Price Increase 















COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Royal Papers’ Mark Licata Embodies Consistency










2/14/2023
ABFS Joins NSA




FREETIME: FINDING YOUR VOICE February 2023
Learning to Listen by Speaking Up




READY FOR ROBOTICS February 2023
Ensuring Data Security with Robotic Floor Equipment









HEALTHY SCHOOLS: MAINTAINING A WORK FORCE February 2023
3 Keys to Training, Sustaining and Retaining Workers 










CLEANING OPERATIONNS: WINTER CARE September 2006
Ice Melt Do's and Don'ts
Manufacturers outline the five most common mistakes end-users make and give advice on how to do it right









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




MECHANICAL FLEETS OPTIMIZE FLOOR CARE CAPABILITY November 2022
Building a Cleaning Arsenal for Jobs Big and Small



BE AN ELITE BSC: ACTING ON LEAD MEASURES November 2022
Cleaning Contractors Maximize Business Potential with Metrics


FREETIME: TACKLING FOOTBALL AND FAMILY November 2022
Finding Time to Give Back










ADAPTING TO A CHANGING WORKPLACE November 2022
How Redesigned Offices Affect Cleaning Demands








PERFECTING YOUR PLAYBOOK November 2022
Creating Customer Loyalty Through Product Consulting





SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG STUDY January 2023
Survey Outlines BSC/Facility Sustainability and ESG Goals



PERFECTING YOUR PLAYBOOK November 2022
How Distributors Can Compete Against Amazon











MORE OCCUPANTS, SAME COMPLAINTS November 2022
Frontline Cleaning Managers Share Common and Ridiculous Complaints



MORE OCCUPANTS, SAME COMPLAINTS November 2022
Survey Reveals Top In-House Cleaning Complaints








FREETIME: MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH MENTORSHIP October 2022
Mentoring Others Builds a Foundation for the Future










BEST PRACTICES FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING September 2022
Chemical Breakdown: Differences Between Cleaning and Disinfecting















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




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



FREETIME: SERVING AND LEARNING IN LATIN AMERICA September 2022
Greentech Environmental Sales Coordinator Shares Value of Mission Trip Experiences









FROM THE EDITOR: REMAINING COMPETITIVE IN UNPRECEDENTED TIMES September 2022
How Should Jan/San Distributors Handle Price Hikes?

























8/30/2022
SG360 Joins NSA










MANAGEMENT: THE 4 S'S OF CLEANING August 2022
4 Tips for Evaluating Cleaning Processes and Training Needs





BREAKING THE ICE August 2022
How Much Ice Melt Should You Apply?


















LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL June 2022
2022 BSC Market Report Shows Promising Industry Trends




SELLING THE TRUE COST OF SOAP June 2022
Factors to Consider When Making Hand Hygiene Decisions











































CLEANING REMAINS A TOP PRIORITY April 2022
Tools That Help Ensure Cleaning Compliance





























EATING CLEAN February 2022
Preventing Infections in Foodservice Areas






















THE MISSING PIECE November 2021
Survey Outlines End User Purchasing And Service Trends
Products, services and resources that help distributors stand out from the competition















MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Tips For Improving Restroom Experiences


MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Optimizing Restroom Setups For Occupants





BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2021
New Technologies Don’t Leave BSCs In The Dust



BSCAI WINS BIG IN VEGAS October 2021
Contracting Success Highlights Education