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.
Weighing in on ROI of Cleaning Technology
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on "tech pros and cons and best implementation methods for new equipment"
Seal Out Trouble: Smart Strategies for Rodent Prevention
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on how commercial facilities can "watch for signs of rodent activity and take preventive steps before an infestation develops"
Why AI Alone Won't Fix Your Facilities Program
Buildlings.com article on common mistakes and practical limitations related to the adoption of artificial intelligence in facility management
Contracting Profits (September / October 2026 Edition)
The September / October 2026 edition of the Contracting Profits magazine discusses "the future of floor care" (P. 6-9), commercial cleaning in healthcare contexts (P. 14-17), "how to build a best-in-class safety program" (P. 18-19), and "how cleaning can improve occupants' first impressions" (P. 20-22).
Purchasing Cheap Machines Can Be an Expensive Decision
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on why facility managers should take into account the "total cost of ownership" for floor care equipment as opposed to only the "upfront cost"
Stop Masking the Problem: How to help customers solve common odor issues
This article from the October 2026 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine (P. 14-17) discusses how to deal with odor-related complaints and address the underlying source of the problem
Facility Cleaning Decisions (September / October 2026 Edition)
The September / October 2026 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses preparing facilities for winter precipitation (P. 6-8), infection prevention in healthcare facilities (P. 9-11), making a financial case for the cleaning department (P. 12-15), and "essential elements facilitating floor safety" (P. 20-21).
Building Services Management (October 2026 Edition)
The October 2026 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses the usage of autonomous cleaning equipment at LaGuardia Airport (P. 12-13), "best practices for waste disposal" at K-12 schools (P. 14-15), hand hygiene (P. 16-17), "physical AI" platforms for building management (P. 18-19), "proper procedures for cleaning architectural glass products" (P. 20-21), "graffiti removal and surface maintenance" (P. 26-27), and "fundamentals of electrical safety for maintenance" (P. 30-31)
Building Operating Management (October 2026 Edition)
The October 2026 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses facilities management at Galveston College in Texas (P. 4-6), "fault detection and diagnostics" (FDD) systems (P. 8-11), using technology to manage "plumbing systems and restrooms" (P. 12-15), flexible workspaces (P. 16-18), and "critical event management... in institutional and commercial buildings" (P. 19-21).
Facility Executive (September 2026 Edition)
The September 2026 edition of the Facility Executive magazine focuses on the theme of "safety and security." Topics discussed include: Preparing a facility for AI adoption (P. 6-8), "the practical role of AI in fire protection" (P. 12-13), the usage of autonomous mowers for grounds maintenance (P. 14-15), "strategic security upgrades for aging infrastructure" (P. 20-21), "building security ecosystems" (P. 24-25), and "the role of exterior pest prevention" (P. 32-33).
Facility Maintenance Decisions (September / October 2026 Edition)
The September / October 2026 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses "building high-performance facilities management teams" (P. 4-5), modernization of maintenance sheds along the Pennsylvania Turnpike (P. 6-9), "solving IAQ issues in K-12 schools" (P. 12-15), and "addressing the challenges facing healthcare facilities" (P. 25).
Turn Restrooms Into a Better Visitor Experience: A Facility Manager's Guide
This 59-minute FacilitiesNet webinar discusses "the hidden barriers people face in public restrooms," "how restrooms impact user behavior and business outcomes," and "steps you can take to implement inclusive hygiene right away."