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.
Earth Day 2026: Highlighting Sustainable Practices and Green Cleaning
This 57-minute ISSA webinar discusses "how sustainable cleaning practices [are] good for business," "essential strategies to create healthier spaces," "improv[ing] indoor air quality while reducing chemical exposure and health risks," and "lower[ing] ower operational costs through smarter chemical, energy, and water use."
Facility Cleaning Decisions (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses the importance of hand hygiene for infection prevention (P. 6-9), "factors to consider before purchasing floor cleaning equipment" (P. 10-12), "how facilities teams can fight against pest infestations" (P. 13), women in leadership in "large-scale custodial operations" (P. 14-17), "turning facility evaluations into tools for continuous improvement" (P. 18-19), and "strategies for minimizing disruptions and improving reliability" for cleaning operations (P. 24).
Building Services Management (April 2026 Edition)
The April 2026 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "mold remediation and disposal of damaged materials" (P. 18-19), "establish[ing] a preventive maintenance program" (P. 22-23), "dumpster safety guidelines" (P. 24-25), "after-winter parking lot maintenance" (P. 26-27), "resilient flooring" (P. 28-29), and potential cybersecurity risks from abuse of AI tools (P. 30-31).
Ready for What's Next: Building Better Cleaning Practices for the Next School Year
This 59-minute CleanLink webinar discusses "proven methods and emerging technologies that focus on high-touch areas and help minimize health risks for students and staff," "improved ventilation and air filtration to enhance indoor air quality," and "cleaning products and procedures designed to protect both people and the environment." (Note: A free registration is required to access the video.)
INCLEAN (February - April 2026 Edition)
The February - April 2026 issue of ISSA's INCLEAN magazine discusses women in leadership in facilities management (P. 12-15), using "usage data" for "procurement in the cleaning and hygiene sector" (P. 18-20), "the cost case for going green" (P. 21-23), "psychosocial safety" in "facility management workplaces" (P. 34-35), and the importance of clean restrooms because they affect people's perception of the organization as a whole (P. 36-37).
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses "how to address dispenser requirements for multiple stakeholders" (P. 8-10), "overcoming entry-level staffing challenges... in the commercial cleaning industry" (P. 16-17), "why sustainability matters for K-12 schools" (P. 18-20), "myths and facts about green cleaning products" (P. 22-24), how to "turn your paper trash into a sustainable cleaning tool" (P. 26-27), the results of the 2026 CMM In-House / Facility Management Benchmarking Survey Report (P. 28-31), and "tips for relieving warm-weather pest pressures" (P. 34-36)
Sustainability That Actually Works: Practical, Safe, Cost-Effective Green Cleaning Methods
CleanLink article on how to implement "sustainable cleaning methods [that] can improve safety, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and enhance both employee and guest satisfaction" in a manner that is "practical, measurable, and aligned with operational excellence"
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
Virus Busters: Protecting Building Residents From Flu, Norovirus, and Other Infectious Diseases
This 59-minute ISSA webinar discusses how "facility managers [can] be prepared with efficient disinfection practices to protect inhabitants of the buildings they service."
Elevating Cleaning and Disinfecting for Today's Facilities
CleanLink article on "broader infection prevention strategies that can be implemented every day to protect building occupants"
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"