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 (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of IFMA's FMJ magazine focuses on the theme of "technology." Topics discussed include: "Getting the most out of IoT [Internet of Things] in the workplace" (P. 26-31), the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) in facility management (P. 35-39), "how FMs can conquer digital transformation" (P. 42-45), "digital twins" for building operations" (P. 73-76), using technology to support a hybrid work model (P. 78-81), smart restroom technology (P. 98-100), and keeping as-built documentation up to date (P. 105-108).
Facility Cleaning Decisions (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses the mitigation of healthcare-acquired infections (P. 6-8), maintenance of batteries used in cleaning equipment (P. 10-11), and the results of the 2023 Facility Cleaning Decisions Management Survey (P. 14-18).
Facility Maintenance Decisions (August 2023 Edition)
The August 2023 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses security in the context of facilities (P. 6-10), lessons learned since the COVID pandemic regarding HVAC upgrades for the purpose of improving indoor air quality (P. 12-14), adoption of "smart" restroom fixtures (P. 16-18), and "choosing the right sealants for parking garages" (P. 24-27).
Facility Executive (August 2023 Edition)
The August 2023 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses "integrating artificial intelligence in building operations" (P. 14-16), "a multi-layered approach to school safety" (P. 18-19), "the types of pests that linger within commercial buildings in warmer weather" (P. 26-27), and the usage of "mobile CMMS" in "maintenance operations" (P. 38-39).
Maintenance Sales News (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine includes listings of suppliers of ice melt products (P. 14-19) and "mop, brush, and broom manufacturers" (P. 32-41); there is also a discussion on "the proper use and importance of disinfectants and sanitizers" (P. 28-30).
Adapting to New Restroom Solutions
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on selecting "smart restroom technology" solutions
Core Concepts of Disinfection: A Layered Approach to Break the Chain of Transmission in Facilities
This 56-minute ISSA webinar includes "latest guidance from experts dedicated to helping fight infectious issues in facilities... with a focus on procedures and best practices, partnered with proven technology and products"
Green Does Not Necessarily Mean Safe
FacilitiesNet article on the distinction between "green" cleaning products and safety from a chemistry standpoint (e.g. pH and corrosivity)
Contracting Profits (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of the Contracting Profits magazine discusses "promoting hand hygiene with efficient soap usage" (P. 6-8), the results of the "2023 Facility Executive Contractor Expectations Survey" (P. 14-17), and usage of AI in the context of building service contractors (P. 18-19).
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (July / August 2023 Edition)
The July / August 2023 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) audits (P. 10-11), restroom cleaning for educational facilities (P. 16-22), "how to seal and protect grout" (P. 30-31), and adapting to "the switch to smart restroom technology" (P. 32-34).
How to Implement Vacuums into Daytime Cleaning Schedules
CleanLink article series on daytime vacuuming as a part of routine cleaning
5 Adjustments Cleaning Pros Make To Improve Restrooms
CleanLink article on addressing common mistakes in restroom cleaning