Industry Trends
Elliott’s Industry Trends features forward-thinking ideas on where the industry is heading, including addressing best practices, design considerations, productivity enhancements, and other ideas that will shape how owners and occupiers of commercial real estate plan their best practices. These articles are intended to stimulate ‘out of the box’ thinking about how to deliver the optimum environment for each industry’s unique needs.
U.S. Janitorial Services Market to Reach $100B by 2033
CMM article discussing the future market of U.S. janitorial services based on their current statuses
3 Non-Negotiables for Effective AI Adoption in Building Management
Buildings.com article on proper implementation of artificial intelligence in smart building systems (extent of automation, proper data management, and human oversight)
Staffing Strategies that Meet Cleaning Needs
This CleanLink article discusses "a practical approach to making agency staffing work."
The Power of IoT in Facility Services
This 47-minute ISSA podcast (Episode 23 of the "Hard Refresh" series) discusses "how IoT is reshaping janitorial services—from demand-driven cleaning to real-time proof of service."
Busyness vs. Business in the Age of AI
This 19-minute ISSA interview discusses "the difference between being busy and building a business that lasts" and the role of AI in business operations
ISSA Show North America 2025 Emphasizes Technology & Innovation
Cleanfax article on the upcoming ISSA Show North America 2025 conference
Get the Most Out of Your Security Technology Investment
Buildings.com article on "recent developments in the security tech space" and how security in business buildings should be applied
Facility Executive (August 2025 Edition)
The August 2025 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses "how modern CMMS platforms can be the key to optimizing workplace efficiency for employees and maintenance teams" (P. 6-7), the usage of IoT (Internet of Things) technology in "groundskeeping and outdoor maintenance equipment" (P. 10-12), a "layered approach" to cybersecurity (P. 14-16), and "how facility managers can avoid greenwashing" in its sustainability claims (P. 27-29).
INCLEAN (July / August 2025 Edition)
The July / August of 2025 edition of ISSA's INCLEAN magazine discusses "low-impact" cleaning equipment (P. 28-30), things to consider before adopting "AI, IoT, and automation" in cleaning operations (P. 34-36), proper handling of cleaning chemicals (P. 37-39).
Charting the Course: The Future of Environmental Services
This 27-minute ISSA interview discusses using automation and sensor technology to solve problems in the cleaning industry.
Gamifying Worker Training: Gamification to Boost Training Effectiveness in Field Services
This 60-minute ISSA webinar discusses "how companies are transforming training and employee engagement through simple but powerful strategies" and how "recognition ... builds loyalty, prevents burnout, and drives employees to perform at their best."
Facility Cleaning Decisions (July / August 2025 Edition)
The July / August 2025 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses "sustainable" restroom supplies (P. 6-8), how "high dusting... can boost overall air quality" (P. 10-12), the results of the 2025 Facility Cleaning Decisions Management Survey (P. 14-19), and how Chicago Public Schools achieved the "Healthy Green Schools & Colleges gold-level certification" (P. 20-21).