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.
Construction Firms Advance AI and Cybersecurity but Struggle with Integration, Wipfli Reports
Buildings.com article on the challenges faced by construction firms regarding the "integrat[ion] of AI into core decision-making" and concerns about cybersecurity breaches
Sensor Fatigue: When Too Much Data Becomes a Problem
Buildings.com article on "the critical importance of quality over quantity" regarding sensor data in smart buildings
Facility Maintenance Decisions (September 2025 Edition)
The September 2025 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses "data-driven facility management" (P. 4-5), the evolution of "door hardware and access control" and their security and accessibility implications (P. 13-15), and "touch-free" restroom fixtures (P. 16-17).
Building Operating Management (September 2025 Edition)
The September 2025 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses using "facilities data" for management purposes (P. 12-14), "smart" fire protection systems (P. 15-17), solar projects at the Catholic University of America (CUA) in Washington, D.C. (P. 18-20), and the NFMT Remix 2025 conference in Orlando, FL (P. 24).
How Intelligent Are Your Facilities?
Buildings.com article on how facilities can improve their "digital infrastructure" through "aggregation and centralization of disparate information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) systems and data"
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."
How to Build a Unified Data Ecosystem
Buildings.com article on how to integrate "siloed data systems" for "remote control and real-time monitoring" via "smart building platforms powered by AI"
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
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).
The AI Advantage
IFMA FMJ article on possible applications of AI tools in facility management, such as predictive / preventive maintenance, energy optimization, routine task automation, safety / security enhancements, space utilization, and indoor air quality