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BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2026
Contracting Success 2026








LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT October 2026
Three Leadership Lessons for Facility Cleaning Professionals





A CASE FOR CLEANING October 2026
How Data Determines Cleaning's Value




A CASE FOR CLEANING October 2026
How Cleaning Departments Deliver Value




DATA DECISIONS September 2026
Top 3 ERP Software Selection Considerations




A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE October 2026
Fresh Opportunities at ISSA Show 2026




BEYOND THE SALE September 2026
Why Details Make the Difference








LEADERSHIP: THE PECKING ORDER October 2026
How Informal Hierarchies Support Organizational Success





STRATEGIC SELL: THE WRONG PROMOTION September 2026
Why Your Best Sales Rep Can Be Your Worst Manager









CLEAN AFTER LEAVING October 2026
How Technology Impacts Terminal Cleaning






CONSUMABLES ARE KING September 2026
When Jan/San Distributors Should Sell Consumables





CONSUMABLES ARE KING September 2026
How to Gain Recurring Revenue Through Consumable Sales












FREETIME: STILL MAKING WAVES AFTER 25 YEARS September 2026
Why Work isn't Everything






CUTTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION September 2026
No Dilution Control and Other Chemical Mishaps





CUTTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION September 2026
Help Cleaning Professionals Interrupt the Spread of Germs










HAND HYGIENE HELP August 2026
Elements of a Good Hand Hygiene Program










STRATEGIC SELL: THE SALES COACHING ILLUSION August 2026
Stop Managing, Start Coaching











A WELCOMED CHANGE August 2026
Inclusive Hygiene is Coming to Restrooms






WILD DEMANDS, CLEAN RESULTS August 2026
Infection Control and Staffing at a Major Zoo


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















LEADERSHIP: BEYOND THE ADVERSARIAL August 2026
How Cleaning Managers Juggle Union/Management Relationships






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









FLOOR PADS & BRUSHES August 2026
Putting Floor Care Equipment Accessories to Work













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




ANSWERING RETENTION QUESTIONS August 2026
HR Expert Gives Managers Employee Retention Tips














NEXT GEN CLEANING INNOVATION June 2026
A Global Preview of Cleaning's Next Chapter


























BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2026
Contracting Success 2026




EXPANDING THE PRODUCT MIX June 2026
Distributors Grow with Foodservice Offerings


LEADERSHIP: MAKING CAREER DECISIONS June 2026
Stay or Go? Making the Right Career Move



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





STRATEGIES THAT DRIVE GROWTH June 2026
Distributors Connect Private Labeling to Strategic Growth





MAINTAINING A FIRST IMPRESSION July 2026
Guide to Maintaining Parking Lots










CHANGE FOR THE BETTER June 2026
Multipurpose Floor Equipment Improves Cleaning





SCALING THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY June 2026
How One District Operationalized Sustainability for Success





STRATEGIC SELL: THE RELATIONSHIP GAP June 2026
Forget Rapport: How Relationships Close Jan/San Sales







PUBLIC-FACING June 2026
How to Communicate Clean in Hotels 

















KNOW WHEN TO STEP ASIDE June 2026
Benefits of Subcontracting Specialty Services












MAINTAINING FACILITY ENTRYWAYS June 2026
Going Beyond Floors





MAINTAINING FACILITY ENTRYWAYS June 2026
Entryway Floors: Stopping Dirt at the Door

















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




BUCKET BREAKDOWN May 2026
Buyer's Guide to Mop Buckets




CONTROLLING THE SPREAD May 2026
How to Train Employees on Chemical Use


5/25/2026
Remember and Honor












MANAGING ABSENTEEISM IN CLEANING OPERATIONS April 2026
5 Strategies Cleaning Leaders Use to Manage Absenteeism




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




THE NEW CHEMISTRY OF EFFICIENCY April 2026
Promoting the Benefits of Properly Portioned Chemicals



STRATEGIC SELL: WHY AI WON’T FIX A BROKEN SALES ORGANIZATION April 2026
Steps to Accelerate Sales Processes With AI






MAKING EVERY STEP COUNT April 2026
Identifying Safety Issues on Different Floor Types



MAKING EVERY STEP COUNT April 2026
Selling Cleaning Clients on Proper Floor Safety








FROM JAZZ MAN TO JAN/SAN April 2026
RJ Schinner Sales Rep Also a Professional Musician





PAVING THE WAY April 2026
The Women Leading Custodial Services



ROADMAP TO IMPROVEMENT April 2026
How Facility Cleaning Teams Can Continuously Improve




WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS April 2026
What to Know Before Buying Cleaning Hand Tools



WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS April 2026
A Guide to Purchasing Floor Cleaning Equipment







EXTEND CARPET LIFE WITH INTERIM CLEANING March 2026
Ongoing Maintenance is the Key to Extending Carpet Life














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




EDITOR'S NOTE: PRIORITIZING THE PEOPLE April 2026
Cleaning Managers Make Meaningful Connections









GROWING INNOVATION February 2026
Savvy Jan/San Buyers Target Towel, Tissue Tech









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



STRATEGIC SELL: THE POWER OF COMMITMENT IN SALES February 2026
The Four Levels of Sales Commitment






HAND HYGIENE PREFERENCES March 2026
What Building Occupants Want from Hand Hygiene Products



FROM THE EDITOR February 2026
First-hand Look at Jan/San’s Future






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




STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Adam Schmidt and the 3 C's: Clear, Concise, and Coherent



STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Jeff Madsen Sells Solutions






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



STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Sanitary Maintenance Recognizes 2026 Sales Leaders








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




SELLING SUCCESS February 2026
How 6 Jan/San Leaders Achieved Sales Success




ELITE BSC: LESSONS FROM DAD January 2026
How Leaders Benefit from Being Present










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









PREPPING EVS FOR SUPER BUGS February 2026
Smarter Cleaning, Better Training, and New Tech Help Fight HAIs




ACHIEVE AND MAINTAIN CLEAN SMELLS February 2026
Clean Smells and How Facility Cleaning Teams Can Achieve Them












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
BSC Award Recipient Believes Education Empowers Employees











SOFTWARE STREAMLINES BIDDING PROCESS November 2025
BSC Sees Value of Adding Bidding Software








THE 3 TYPES OF CLEANING WORKERS November 2025
Engaged Employees Find Success





TRULY CLEAN FOR HEALTH November 2025
Creating Consistent Cleaning Protocols





FREETIME: RENAISSANCE MAN November 2025
Chem-Pak CEO Loves Vintage VWs and Much More





DON'T SLIP UP November 2025
7 Steps to Improve Warehouse Safety












CULTIVATING COLLABORATIVE CLEANING TEAMS November 2025
Lessons in Leadership for Cleaning Professionals







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






VIRTUAL REALITY OF CLEANING November 2025
Virtual Reality is a Training Tool for Frontline Staff











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


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





12/12/2025
Classes for a Cause


BSCS GET A HANDLE ON HAND TOOLS October 2025
Best Practices for Integrating Brooms, Brushes, and Mops



12/11/2025
AI's Hidden Cost



BSCS GET A HANDLE ON HAND TOOLS October 2025
A Guide to Purchasing Hand Tools



DIFFICULTIES OF STOPPING VAPE USAGE November 2025
Vaping Plagues Cleaning Executives in Schools





VACUUM BETTER November 2025
Strategies that Support Proper Carpet Care







CARPET CARE REQUIRES CONSISTENCY November 2025
Less Frequent Vacuuming Shouldn’t be up for Debate






AGILE, ERGONOMIC AND ESSENTIAL October 2025
Making a Case for Smarter Mopping Carts 





THE COST OF TURNOVER October 2025
How to Solve High Employee Turnover



SELLING WHAT MAKES SCENTS October 2025
Why Indoor Odor Defines Cleanliness and Behavior 






EDITOR'S NOTE October 2025
BSCs Build a Professional Network


GREEN GOES GLOBAL October 2025
Environmental Traceability Builds Trust


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


GREEN GOES GLOBAL October 2025
How Green Directives Impact Jan/San in the U.S.


LESSONS FROM A BABY  October 2025
Lessons in Leadership from Young People



STRATEGIC SELL: WINNING SALES IN THE AGE OF DISRUPTION October 2025
Sales Perseverance During Market Shifts


GETTING SMART ABOUT THE RESTROOM October 2025
Restroom Technology Delivers Efficiencies 







FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY October 2025
Cleaning Foodservice Spaces Must be Consistent



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


STRATEGIC SELL: UNPLEASANT VS. DIFFICULT PROBLEMS April 2025
How Navigating Challenges Builds Leadership Principles




CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE  October 2025
How to Drive Transformation in Facility Operations



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


STOP THE SPREAD  October 2025
How to Slow the Cold and Flu 


GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS September 2025
Selling the Benefits of Green Floor Pads


GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS September 2025
Cleaning Products That Match Green, Sustainable Priorities


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


CUSTOMIZING CLEANING September 2025
How to Rightsize a Cleaning Program


CALLING ALL GENERATIONS September 2025
Jan/San Distributors Learn the Language of the Generations


CALLING ALL GENERATIONS September 2025
How to Make the Most of a Multigenerational Sales Team



STRATEGIC SELL: WHY MOST SALES TEAMS UNDERPERFORM September 2025
3 Keys Competencies for Successful Sales Performance 






GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Proper Techniques to Using Ice Melt


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





BUILDING ON GREEN August 2025
Important Changes in LEED v5




VERSATILE EQUIPMENT ELEVATES IAQ August 2025
Employing the Right Equipment to Improve Indoor Air


VERSATILE EQUIPMENT ELEVATES IAQ August 2025
Multi-use Tools Boost Cleanliness in Hard-to-Reach Corners


AI TOOLS ARE A NO-BRAINER  August 2025
Living and Learning with New AI Business-boosting Tools 


STRATEGIC SELL: THE PAIN OF DISCIPLINE OR THE PAIN OF REGRET August 2025
The Importance of a Strong Sales Process 










IN THE FIELD: TIPS FOR A TOP-SHELF RESTROOM July 2025
Products and Processes That Improve Restroom Cleaning


TIPS FOR A TOP-SHELF RESTROOM  July 2025
Taking Restroom Maintenance to the Next Level 








CLEARING THE AIR June 2025
Lean on Cleaning Machines for an IAQ Boost









MAKING THE CASE FOR SOP DEVELOPMENT June 2025
Why SOP Development is Worth Investing Time and Resources


THE FLOOR CARE CONUNDRUM June 2025
Choosing the Right Floor Equipment for the Job


THE FLOOR CARE CONUNDRUM June 2025
Quality Floor Pads and Machines Matter


IN THE FIELD: MODERNIZING MOPPING May 2025
Identifying and Caring for Mopping Systems






IN THE FIELD: CLEANERS AND DISINFECTANTS May 2025
Dissecting the Role Disinfectants Play in a Green Program


IN THE FIELD: CLEANERS AND DISINFECTANTS May 2025
Navigating the Green Cleaning Landscape


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











FREETIME: GETTING THE BAND TOGETHER April 2025
Jan/San Distributor Hits the Road to Support Musician Son




LEVERAGING VENDOR PARTNERSHIPS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY April 2025
Enhancing the Learning Environment Through Partnerships






FACILITY FOCUS: BUILT TO LAST  April 2025
University Commits to Sustainable Building Practices


FACILITY FOCUS: BUILT TO LAST  April 2025
Taking a Multi-Pronged Approach to Campus Sustainability






LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP March 2025
Leaders Face Challenges Head-On


LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP March 2025
Female BSCs Share Key Leadership Lessons
















EFFECTIVELY ENGAGING A MULTI-GENERATIONAL WORKFORCE February 2025
Manage Competing Work Preferences on a Custodial Team







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





ELEVATING YOUR BUSINESS January 2025
Exploring Industry Trends and Innovation

















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


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Sally Schopmeyer Sets Award-winning Standard for Mentorship


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





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


MORE THAN A TREND November 2024
Selling Customers on Robotic Floor Equipment



12/24/2024
Happy Holidays!



FREETIME: TAKING TO THE TRAIL, SEARCHING FOR BIGFOOT November 2024
Midlab, ISSA President Hits the Trail in Search of Bigfoot



HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Redefine Hospitality by Recognizing Housekeepers



HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Innovating Hotel Housekeeping


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


HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Hotel Facility Execs Praise Talent and Sustainability




PLANNING AND PREPARATION November 2024
Choosing and Using the Right Chemicals


PLANNING AND PREPARATION November 2024
How Cleaning Teams Prepare for the Next Infectious Outbreak


ENCOURAGING ERGONOMICS November 2024
Promoting Ergonomic Restroom Tools in Facilities



ENCOURAGING ERGONOMICS November 2024
Bottom-Line Benefits of Ergonomic Restroom Equipment


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





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




FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP LESSONS LEARNED November 2024
How Strong Leaders Can Continue to Improve


LEADERSHIP: CONNECTING TEAMS WITH CONCEPTUALIZATION November 2024
Strengthen Departments by Conceptualizing Goals


FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Technology Steps In


THE STRATEGIC SELL: THE AI REVOLUTION IN SALES October 2024
How to Leverage AI in Distributor Sales


FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Cleaning Solutions for Evolving Flooring Types


THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION October 2024
Selecting Cleaning Carts Based on Facility Type


THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION October 2024
Innovation Drives Cleaning Cart Sales



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











FROM THE EDITOR October 2024
Nurturing Your Network



FOLLOW THE RULES September 2024
Reinforcing Chemical Safety Importance


FROM THE EDITOR: MANAGING WORKPLACE STRESS October 2024
Contributing to a Healthy Workplace Atmosphere






THE STRATEGIC SELL: ESSENTIAL PIPELINE METRICS September 2024
5 Strategies to Improve Distributor Sales Pipelines






THE SECRET TO SUCCESS August 2024
Facilities Maximize ROI with Help from Buying Groups






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




LEADERSHIP: IMPROVING MORALE THROUGH SELF-AWARENESS August 2024
Techniques Managers Can Use to Practice and Improve Self-Awareness


WEATHERING THE STORM August 2024
Selecting the Right Ice Melt Products










THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLOCKING CRM POTENTIAL   August 2024
5 Traits of Successful CRMs 









FROM THE EDITOR: THE ELEVATOR PITCH August 2024
What's Your Elevator Pitch?






















LEADERSHIP: WHY HEALING IS ESSENTIAL FOR RESOLVING WORKPLACE TENSION June 2024
How Personal Healing Improves Leadership Abilities





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





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











THE STRATEGIC SELL: KNOWING WHEN TO WALK AWAY June 2024
Applying Gambling Tactics to Distributor Sales Success 














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









FROM THE EDITOR: UNDERSTANDING LABOR LAWS May 2024
How Labor Laws Put Strain on Contractors












FREETIME: FINDING JOY ON THE FARM April 2024
Improving the Land is a Community Affair, and Not Just the People









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











HYGIENIC ADVANTAGES OF CLOSED CARTRIDGE SOAP DISPENSERS March 2024
Closed Cartridge Soap Dispensers Provide Tamper and Germ-Free Setup



HYGIENIC ADVANTAGES OF CLOSED CARTRIDGE SOAP DISPENSERS March 2024
Pros and Cons of Bulk Soap Dispensers vs. Closed Cartridges


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










FACES OF THE FRONTLINE March 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors TJ Knapp












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

























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






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






TRAIN AND RETAINย  February 2024
Embracing a New Approach to Facility Management  







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




FROM THE EDITOR: February 2024
Discussing Key Traits of Successful Leaders











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





















12/29/2023
Happy New Year!

















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


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


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


FREETIME: FINDING THE SECRET TO WORK-LIFE BALANCE November 2023
Finding the Secret to Work-Life Balance








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










GUIDELINES TO SAFETY November 2023
Hazcom Training and Policies Surrounding SDSs












STACKING UP SALARIES November 2023
How Money Matters to Managers







HEALTHY SCHOOLS: SPEAKING MY LANGUAGEย  November 2023
Translation Technology Brings Cleaning Programs to New Heights




MANAGEMENT: FINDING YOUR IKIGAIย  November 2023
A Positive Outlook on the Future 





FROM THE EDITOR: DEFINING DEPARTMENT EXPECTATIONS November 2023
Cleaning Teams Benefit from a Scope of Work




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  





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


REFOCUSING ON THE RESTROOM October 2023
Common Restroom Cleaning Oversights



FROM THE EDITOR: SHELVING STRATEGIES October 2023
Reconsidering Warehouse Shelving Strategies



FREETIME: PITMASTER IMPARTS SMOKE, FLAVOR AND LIFE LESSONS October 2023
How Feeding Friends and Family Nourishes the Soul











MANAGEMENT: THE EVOLUTION AND STUDY OF TIME AND MOTION October 2023
Lillian Gilbreth’s Study of Time and Motion






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









LEADERSHIP: CORRECTING THE COURSE October 2023
The Value of Allowing Mistakes to be Redeemed



















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



































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

























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





2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Study Outlines Top Management Trends for Facility Cleaning Executives






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





















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






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
























STOP RESTROOM POLLUTION April 2023
5 Adjustments Cleaning Pros Make To Improve Restrooms



FREETIME: SHARING GOOD HEALTH AND POSITIVE CHANGE June 2023
von Drehle Staffer's Compassion and Kindness Drives Kidney Donation





























HEALTHY SCHOOLS: FINDING THE BASELINE June 2023
Facility Cleaning Managers Benefit from Self-Assessments




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





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























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




MANAGEMENT: PERFECTING THE PRINCIPLES OF TRAINING June 2023
React and Refine Management Training Principles


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

















































ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONSย  April 2023
Cleaning Self-Assessment Identifies Key Areas of Improvement 




































STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
Workplace Dynamics Stay Strong




























CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
A Look Ahead at the Cleaning Industry































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






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





FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP BY THE BOOK February 2023
CleanLink Book Club Series Showcases Best Management Strategies 






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





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




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







MANAGEMENT: THREE KEYS TO EFFECTIVE CLEANING PROGRAMS February 2023
Three Key Components of an Effective Cleaning Program  


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




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








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
Hot Desking and More Mobile Solutions


MECHANICAL FLEETS OPTIMIZE FLOOR CARE CAPABILITY November 2022
Training and Budgeting for Maximum Impact











FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Ben Knight



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


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









ADAPTING TO A CHANGING WORKPLACE November 2022
BSC Tips For Efficient Cleaning After Facility Changes


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




FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Joyce Close, ServiceMaster















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











FROM THE EDITOR November 2022
The Cost to Compete















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





FACILITY FOCUS: GAINING TRACTION September 2022
All-In-One Sink System Keeps Floors and Customers Safe










FACES OF THE FRONTLINE September 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Gina Luna, System1, Inc.









MANAGEMENT: THE CLEANING NEVER STOPS September 2022
Cleaning Managers Capitalize on Peer-to-Peer Networking









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








RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
Keynote Speakers, Awards for ISSA Show North America 2022








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












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




FROM THE EDITOR: DIVING INTO DATA August 2022
Using Data to Make Strong Decisions











FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Holly Roberts, Team MJV


DRIVING E-COMMERCE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA August 2022
What Types of Content Boost Brands?


DRIVING E-COMMERCE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA August 2022
Tips for Successful Social Marketing Campaigns



























8/22/2022
BOMI Names New CEO








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







































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













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
Foam vs. Bulk Soap: Cost Considerations




EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE June 2022
Exterior Care Makes Interior Cleaning Easier


EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE June 2022
5 Ways Cleaning Can Make a Strong Impression


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







MANAGEMENT: THE MORE YOU KNOW June 2022
The Perils of Hoarding Knowledge in Cleaning Operations









FLOOR EQUIPMENT June 2022
Choosing the Mop to Meet Your Needs



















SHARING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS April 2022
Tackle Recruiting and Retention Challenges Head-On




SHARING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS April 2022
Successful BSC Shares Cleaning Business Tips




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











BUILDING YOUR DIGITAL PRESENCE April 2022
Tips Distributors Can Use to Drive Website Traffic






STRENGTHENING YOUR DIGITAL PRESENCE April 2022
How To Optimize SEO, Website Design



















IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE April 2022
Best Vacuum Types for Daytime Cleaning
Vacuum Selection Minimizes Daytime Cleaning Disruptions











FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2022
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Earline Tongue





















THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY PROGRAMS FOR BSCS February 2022
How To Market Your Safety Program To Employees





DOOBIN TAKES THE LEAD February 2022
BSCAI President Nathalie Doobin Shares 2022 Plans





ROADMAP TO HIRING February 2022
New Methods To Simplify Job Applications


ROADMAP TO HIRING February 2022
How To Hire A Diverse Staff


BE AN ELITE BSC February 2022
3 Steps For Improving Workload Management












BUILDING SERVICE CONTRACTORS LEAD THROUGH TRYING TIMES February 2022
Employee Recognition Improves Retention












HELP WANTED February 2022
5 Steps To Hiring And Retaining Talent


HELP WANTED February 2022
How To Improve Job Postings


HELP WANTED February 2022
Employee Flexibility Key To Retention




















IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
Standout Industry Individuals, Additional Winners