Welcome to Elliott Affiliates, Ltd.’s Knowledge Center, where you will find information relevant to owners, occupiers, investors, and contractors in the commercial real estate space. While Elliott’s core focus in the janitorial services segment is about creating clear performance- and outcome-based contract scopes of work and guiding their delivery using a continuous improvement process that delivers exceptional results. Organizations that engage contractors have a myriad of factors to consider when engaging and managing contracted services.
Building Services Management (August 2026 Edition)
The August 2026 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses the role of automatic doors for accessibility and security (P. 18-19), the role of lighting for workplace safety (P. 20-21), "engineering surfaces for cleanliness and longevity" (P. 22-23), "concrete parking structure maintenance" (P. 26-27), and "exclusion" as a "proactive control method" for pests (P. 30-31).
Building Operating Management (July / August 2026 Edition)
The July / August 2026 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses "IAQ management" (P. 4-5), security camera upgrades for the Portland Public Schools system in Oregon (P. 6-8), usage of AI for predictive maintenance (P. 10-12), "designing for accessibility" for "neurodivergent employees" (P. 14-16), and the "rent vs. buy" decision for equipment (P. 18).
Facility Cleaning Decisions (July / August 2026 Edition)
The July / August 2026 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses "inclusive hygiene" in the context of public restrooms (P. 8-10), "how floor pads and brushes enhance floor care" (P. 11-13), how the Minnesota Zoo maintains its cleaning program (P. 14-17), and "employee retention... for facility cleaning managers" (P. 18-19).
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (July / August 2026 Edition)
The July / August 2026 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses "redefining the restroom experience through functional modernization" (P. 10-12), why "employee retention goes beyond financial compensation" for building service contractors (P. 20-23), "protecting long-term care residents" through the cleaning and disinfection process (P. 24-28), "how to create a restrooms older adults want to revisit" (P. 30-31), and "bridging the generational gap in facility management" (P. 32-34).
Building Operating Management (July 2026 Interactive Edition)
The July 2026 interactive edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses how the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee "operates with a lean facilities staff" (P. 8-11), "sustainable initiatives" by the Menasha Joint School District in Wisconsin (P. 12-16), the importance of access control systems (P. 18), and "tapping into building automation for energy efficiency" (P. 20-23).
Floor Care Strategies for Today's Commercial Spaces
This 63-minute CleanLink webinar discusses "the key differences among vinyl and laminate flooring types and how they impact maintenance practices," "the proper tools, equipment, products, and daily techniques to protect floors and prevent costly mistakes," and "strategies for floor restoration and long-term maintenance that safeguards both assets and operational efficiency." (Note: A free registration is required to access the video.)
Facility Maintenance Decisions (June 2026 Edition)
The June 2026 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses "strategic equipment planning and sustainability initiatives" in ground maintenance at Cornell University (P. 6-8), "making facility condition assessments work" (P. 10-12), and "parking structure maintenance tips" (P. 18-20).
Getting Ahead of the Curve: Strategies to help meet expectations at travel facilities
IFMA FMJ article on the maintenance of restrooms in transportation facilities (such as airports) in order to "deliver a superior user experience"
Building Operating Management (May 2026 Edition)
The May 2026 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses "access control strategies" (P. 4), "7 steps to success" for "facilities executives" (P. 8-11), "resilient design" in the School District of Palm Beach County, Florida (P. 14-16), how the Milwaukee area responded to the flash floods of August 2025 in terms of infrastructure (P. 18-20), and "NFPA 70B requirements" for electrical systems in commercial facilities (P. 22-23).
Facility Executive (March 2026 Edition)
The March 2026 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses "empowering maintenance teams" (P. 12-13), using "smart building" data to make management decisions (P. 14-15), "how IoT and AI are reshaping facilities" (P. 16-17), and "universal design" for accessibility (P. 18-20).
Ready for What's Next: Building Better Cleaning Practices for the Next School Year
This 59-minute CleanLink webinar discusses "proven methods and emerging technologies that focus on high-touch areas and help minimize health risks for students and staff," "improved ventilation and air filtration to enhance indoor air quality," and "cleaning products and procedures designed to protect both people and the environment." (Note: A free registration is required to access the video.)
Building Operating Management (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses accessibility considerations for restrooms (P. 8-10), improvements in air filtration and indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring by the the Los Angeles Unified School District after the Southern California wildfires of 2025 (P. 12-15), and the expected impact on energy management for facilities caused by increased adoption of AI (P. 16-18).