Cleanliness has always been fundamental to how people experience a physical space. No matter the industry, the visual and sensory cues of a well-maintained facility shape perceptions of professionalism and operational excellence. Yet, in recent years, the conversation around environmental hygiene has matured beyond appearance alone. Today, leading organizations are thinking more strategically about cleaning ...
In healthcare, cleanliness conversations tend to revolve around protocols, products, and compliance. But at the 2026 Healthcare Surfaces Summit, to be held May 5-6 at ISSA headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois, one of the central questions is more human than that: who are the people making critical decisions on the floor every day, and how can ...
Every day, millions of people miss school, skip work, or compromise their health because they cannot afford or access menstrual products. This is period poverty and it is far more widespread than most people realize. Ending period poverty is not solely the responsibility of governments or nonprofits. Facilities, businesses, schools, and organizations of all sizes have a ...
3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Madison Fire & Rescue, in partnership with Bain Capital. 3M and Bain Capital will establish a new joint venture in which 3M will contribute Scott Safety, receive $700M of cash proceeds upon closing and own 50.1% of the new company with Bain Capital owning 49.9%. 3M's deep expertise and track record in the safety industry combined with Bain Capital's capability to integrate businesses, ...
The latest issue of INCLEAN is now available! With the year in full swing and worksites alive again, this first INCLEAN edition for 2026 offers a moment to reset and move forward with intent. The cleaning and hygiene sector returns straight to the frontline, sustaining safety, health and trust while workplaces find their rhythm. This ...
In the facilities services industry, we often discuss labor in terms of metrics: headcount, turnover rates, and hours worked. But after years of navigating the complexities of facility services and building maintenance, I’ve learned a hard truth. The real bottleneck to organizational growth isn’t a lack of skilled labor; it’s a lack of leadership. Specifically, ...
ISSA Show North America 2025 did not disappoint. Automation and innovation were everywhere, including on the show floor, in education sessions, and in conversations among operators actively rethinking how cleaning work gets done. Between time spent at the booth discussing robotic cleaning and the opportunity to present to building service contractors (BSCs) on Crossing the ...
The cleaning industry has always operated with a conscience—whether we used that word or not. Every day, cleaning professionals make decisions that affect people’s health, safety, dignity, and livelihoods. The products we select, the way we perform the work, how we train and treat employees, and how we use resources responsibly, all carry real human ...
ISSA, The Association for Cleaning and Facility Solutions, is proud to celebrate the Sixth Annual International Cleaning Week, March 23-28. To date, more than 23 states and the U.S. House of Representatives have proclaimed March 23-28 Cleaning Week. This week serves as a celebration of the essential front line cleaning workers, the value of clean, ...
That was the experience shared by Ricardo L. Catala, Occupational Regional Supervisor for the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, following a recent CMI Train-the-Trainer session led by ISSA’s Cleaning Management Institute. “The training was everything I expected and more… a memorable masterclass that highlighted the crucial role custodial professionals play.” Elevating the Profession ...
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