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.
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).
Prepare Facilities for the Spring Travel Surge
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on "tips for maintaining clean, welcoming spaces" in the spring travel season per the suggestions of ABCO Cleaning Products
After the Thaw: Post-winter ground restoration
IFMA FMJ article on proper maintenance of building exteriors after winter
How Facility Manager’s Workflows Have Changed in the Technology Age
FacilitiesNet article on "how AI and soft skills are reshaping facilities management and making education and training more vital than ever"
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
Think Holistically for Healthy Buildings: Connect cleaning & air quality for healthier indoor spaces
IFMA FMJ article on "a comprehensive strategy that integrates cleaning practices, air quality management and regulatory compliance to support occupant health, well-being and productivity"
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)
Foundational Success: Improving CMMS data quality
IFMA FMJ article on how to ensure "quality property-level data" when using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) in facility management
Modernizing Facility Security With Drones
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on "how robotics and drones are enhancing safety and operational efficiency" via a "hybrid model [that] combin[es] human oversight with robotic consistency and AI-powered insights"
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).