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.
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses "how to address dispenser requirements for multiple stakeholders" (P. 8-10), "overcoming entry-level staffing challenges... in the commercial cleaning industry" (P. 16-17), "why sustainability matters for K-12 schools" (P. 18-20), "myths and facts about green cleaning products" (P. 22-24), how to "turn your paper trash into a sustainable cleaning tool" (P. 26-27), the results of the 2026 CMM In-House / Facility Management Benchmarking Survey Report (P. 28-31), and "tips for relieving warm-weather pest pressures" (P. 34-36)
ISSA Today (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the ISSA Today magazine focuses on the theme of leadership in the cleaning industry. Topics discusses include: The "ESG" (environmental, social, and governance) framework for the cleaning industry (P. 14-16), "balancing intuition with data in hiring decisions... in the cleaning and facility solutions industry" (P. 22-23), the importance of delegation for leadership "in the facility services industry" (P. 24-25), and trends in adoption of robotic cleaning (P. 28-29).
Sustainability That Actually Works: Practical, Safe, Cost-Effective Green Cleaning Methods
CleanLink article on how to implement "sustainable cleaning methods [that] can improve safety, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and enhance both employee and guest satisfaction" in a manner that is "practical, measurable, and aligned with operational excellence"
Maintenance Sales News (March 2026 Edition)
The March 2026 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine discusses retention of cleaning staff (P. 8-9), the "refinish vs. replacement" question for flooring (P. 14), "the hidden cost of inefficient dispensers" in restrooms (P. 16-17), bamboo-based toilet paper as a possible alternative to wood-based products (P. 18-19), and possible benefits of "entry matting" (P. 20-21). There is also a listing of "floorcare, carpet equipment & supplies" (P. 26-36).
Less Fingertips on Keyboards: Practical AI applications in FM
IFMA FMJ article on use cases of artificial intelligence in facility management such as "predictive maintenance & asset reliability," "energy optimization & building performance," "space utilization & adaptive planning," and "health, safety & compliance"
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).
Building Services Management (March 2026 Edition)
The March 2026 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses reducing packaging and water usage in cleaning operations (P. 12-13), "early spring" grounds maintenance tasks (P. 16-17), "campus security" (P. 18-19), the importance of "moisture control" to maintain proper humidity levels (P. 20-21), "vinyl floor care" (P. 22-23), "restroom cleaning and disinfection guidelines" (P. 28-29), and worker safety considerations for graffiti removal (P. 30-31).
After the Thaw: Post-winter ground restoration
IFMA FMJ article on proper maintenance of building exteriors after winter
Why Your "Eco-Friendly" Toilet Paper May Not Be Green
CleanLink report on a study showing that "bamboo-based tissue shows a higher carbon footprint" and thus could be less "eco-friendly" when advertised as a sustainable alternative to traditional "wood-based" products
Sanitary Maintenance (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine discusses "how surfaces, technology, and strategy reshape floor care" (P. 15-17) and "advancements in towel and tissue products" (P. 18-19).
Top Benefits of Eco-Friendly Ice Melt for Facilities
CleanLink article on applying deicers in such a way to minimize the negative side effects on infrastructure and the environment (and possible alternatives to sodium chloride for this purpose)
Facility Maintenance Decisions (February / March 2026 Edition)
The February / March 2026 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses possible applications of AI in facility management (P. 4-5), usage of CMMS data for "maximizing performance" within the Baltimore City Public Schools system (P. 6-8), "panic system preparedness" (P. 10-12), and fire safety (P. 17-19).