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.
Facility Management Journal (November / December 2024 Edition)
The November / December 2024 edition of IFMA's FMJ magazine discusses preservation of institutional knowledge (P. 12-15), "key measures to prevent post-COVID-19 school absenteeism" (P. 53-56), "how well-being can bring value back to in-office work" (P. 58-60), graffiti prevention and removal (P. 67-70), usage of AI in architectural design and facility management (P. 84-87), and "keeping elevators safe and compliant" (P. 92-94).
Sanitary Maintenance (November / December 2024 Edition)
The November / December 2024 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine discusses "user-friendly restroom equipment" (P. 16-18) and "autonomous technology" for "floor care" (P. 19-20).
Designing Safe, Sustainable, and Innovative Learning Environments: Strategies for K-12 and Higher Education
2024 Buildings.com E-Book on "the latest design and facility management trends in educational settings"
Flooring Trends for Facilities with Heavy Traffic
FacilitiesNet article series on "durable and resilient flooring options" and "long-term maintenance strategies" for them
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (November / December 2024 Edition)
The November / December 2024 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses proposed changes to the LEED green building certification in the upcoming Version 5 revision (P.10-11), adoption of autonomous cleaning equipment (P. 12-13), what biofilms are and how to remove them from surfaces (P. 14-16), waste disposal and reduction (P. 18-24), "best practices for snow and ice removal" (P. 40-43), "real-life training with virtual reality" (P. 46-48), and how facility managers can "assess... cleaning performance" (P. 52-54).
Building Services Management (November 2024 Edition)
The November 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "tips to avoid damage from de-icing chemicals" to concrete and other infrastructure (P. 12), "concrete maintenance in wet environments" (P. 22-23), "restroom cleaning" (P. 28-29), and surface disinfection with "dry hydrogen peroxide" (P. 30-31)
Facility Cleaning Decisions (November / December 2024 Edition)
The November / December 2024 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses trends in carpet maintenance (P. 6-8), selecting and using software for "operational and organizational tasks" related to "custodial operations" (P. 10-13), and "insights from the Chicago Public Schools IAQ sensor pilot program" (P. 20-21).
EPA Updates Ventilation Guidance for Home, School, and Work
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on the EPA's "updated guidance" (as of November 1, 2024) "on indoor air quality (IAQ) strategies for preventing the spread of common respiratory viruses in homes, schools, offices, and commercial buildings"
Sanitary Maintenance (October 2024 Edition)
The October 2024 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine discusses innovations in cleaning carts "for ergonomics and efficiency" (P. 12-16), "how distributors can help customers keep facilities clean and odor-free this winter" (P. 18-20), and the ISSA Show North America 2024 conference (P. 32-36).
Facility Cleaning Decisions (September / October 2024 Edition)
The September / October 2024 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses "the advantages of compact floor care equipment" (P. 6-7), how facility managers can use data to request additional resources (P. 12-15), "how artificial intelligence can aid in infection prevention" (P. 16-18), and financial planning by schools to deal with increasing costs of cleaning supplies (P. 20-21).
Taking It Outside: Best Practices for Exterior Maintenance
This 57-minute ISSA webinar discusses "strategies for keeping up with routine exterior tasks, as well as tips on common repairs and best practices for preventative maintenance."
Maintenance Sales News (October 2024 Edition)
The October 2024 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine mentions various educational sessions and product exhibits at the ISSA Show North America 2024 conference (P. 26-64); there are also discussions on "tips for selecting the right floor equipment and supplies" (P. 14-16) and proper usage of "sanitizers and disinfectants" (P. 18).