What appears to have become more and more apparent in the 21st century is that we can expect significant supply chain disruptions, primarily due to natural disasters such as storms. For instance, the flooding in Thailand that occurred in 2011 left the auto industry on its knees for months. One manufacturer that was particularly impacted ...
I recently posted a question in our LinkedIn group, ISSA—the Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association. With more than 28,000 members, it is the largest cleaning-industry-specific group on the business site. My question was, “What is the worst carpet care challenge you have faced and how did you conquer it?” I heard some horror stories, from various ...
When you’re on hold on the phone with Chemcraft Industries’ Chicago, IL, office, a friendly recorded voice greets you with some historical facts. “The year was 1947; the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered in Jordan. Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, and Chemcraft Industries joined the industry…” History plays a huge part in this family-owned ...
It’s no secret that distributors in our industry—and many of you reading this, regardless of the nature of your business—face stiff financial pressure in their daily operations. With demands from suppliers, customers, and competitors alike, it’s imperative that cleaning-industry companies operate as efficiently as possible to maximize profitability. To help suppliers improve their operational efficiency, ...
The industrial and institutional cleaning wipes market continues to grow, and presents opportunities for companies to tap into this budding segment. All major end-use segments are expected to increase consumption of wipes, which reflects the need for superior cleaning products and to maintain clean and healthy facilities. The ease of use and convenience that wipes ...
SC Johnson has been manufacturing cleaning chemicals and supplies for well over a century. Samuel Curtis Johnson founded the company in 1886 in Racine, WI. In addition to SC Johnson’s consumer product line, the company also has a long history in the industrial and institutional (I&I) market. While SC Johnson spun off its professional business ...
Networking. It’s a word that used to strike fear in my heart. I have always been painfully shy—although those of you who know me are probably surprised to hear that. I always picture events like at my local chamber of commerce—a roomful of strangers in business suits with whom I have nothing in common, and ...
Are you a member of ISSA’s Young Executive Society (YES) program and want to understand what benefits the program offers? Do you want to encourage others in your organization to be a part of YES and actively participate? Are you considering joining the YES program but are on the fence about it? If you answered ...
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America 2017 is the biggest week in the cleaning industry. But how do you make the most of your time when there are so many exceptional education and networking opportunities? By leveraging the power of these five tech tools, which can ensure you have your most successful trade show experience ever. Download the App. ...
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