ISSA, your worldwide cleaning industry association, is pleased to announce the first-ever slate of young professionals recognized in the ISSA Emerging Leaders Awards program. Background ISSA’s inaugural Emerging Leaders Awards highlight the importance of recognizing and fostering young talent in the cleaning industry. By spotlighting professionals under 40, the program encourages fresh leadership across the ...
Insights from Jim Collins’ Level 5 leadership model. In previous articles, we explored how to design and populate a strategic and tactical data repository with information to make management decisions. Initially, these discussions formed a comprehensive set of information that companies need to collect to make robust decisions. However, while writing the final article on ...
Welcome to the second installment of our series exploring the intersection of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and effective management decision-making. In this segment, we embark on a journey to uncover the transformative potential of ERP solutions, illustrating how they can fundamentally reshape decision-making processes within organizations. By harnessing the power of information, companies can ...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently finalized revisions to the Safer Choice Standard, a program highlighting cleaning products prioritizing safety and sustainability. These updates aim to bolster transparency, strengthen product safety and ecological impact, and broaden the program's reach. Key Updates Relevant to ISSA Members: Sustainable Packaging Takes Center Stage: Reflecting the growing demand ...
In recent years, sustainability has evolved from a buzzword to a critical business imperative, driven by growing awareness and regulatory changes. Notably, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other global bodies have introduced stringent sustainability reporting requirements, underscoring the importance of standardization, transparency, and accountability relating to business risks impacted by climate change ...
The responsibility to efficiently and effectively clean and disinfect healthcare facilities to support patient safety and reduce healthcare-acquired infections is a top priority. It falls on the shoulders of many healthcare facility professionals. These professionals are required by regulatory agencies to follow IFUs and care and maintenance guidelines created by manufacturers. If they don’t, fines ...
From house cleaning to heartfelt connections: one volunteer’s journey Kathleen Albertson, a Philadelphia native, has woven compassion into the fabric of her community. Surviving domestic abuse fueled her commitment to women’s issues, inspiring her unwavering pledge to support those in need. “As I got better, I swore I would never not help someone in need,” ...
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industries around the globe, including the cleaning industry. However, due to their potential environmental and health risks, many U.S. states have implemented or are considering implementing regulations to restrict or ban the use of PFAS. States Taking Action ...
On May 28, 2023, the Period Positive Workplace (PPW) Initiative was launched. This worldwide program encourages workspaces and facilities to provide access to menstrual products for employees. To date PPW has recruited 173 Period Positive Workplaces across 40 countries. On June 10, Days for Girls (DfG) released a report of the impact seen by these workplaces. Data from managers in these workspaces ...
The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently released its final rule, updating the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)’s overtime pay requirements. The rule increases the minimum salary threshold to US$43,888 on July 1, 2024, and then to $58,656 on January 1, 2025. This significant change will profoundly impact both business owners and employees. The new ...
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