Innovations Archives - ISSA | The Worldwide Cleaning Organization https://www.issa.com/category/articles/innovations/ Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:05:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 Innovation and Technology in 2024 https://www.issa.com/articles/innovation-and-technology-in-2024/ Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:36:36 +0000 https://issa.com/innovation-and-technology-in-2024/ An insider’s look at the innovations and technology that impacts the cleaning industry now and what to expect in the future.

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]]> Save Money—and the Environment https://www.issa.com/articles/save-money-and-the-environment/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 01:58:57 +0000 https://issa.com/save-money-and-the-environment/ Explore six sustainability approaches the cleaning industry can adopt, emphasizing informed consumerism and technology utilization.

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]]> Smart Labels https://www.issa.com/articles/smart-labels/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 01:00:42 +0000 https://issa.com/smart-labels/ According to a leading publication for the labeling industry, smart labels are not a new technology, but they are certainly more prevalent and relevant than in years past. They are most often found on consumer products (business-to-consumer or B2C) but are slowly making their way into business-to-business (B2B) industries, including the jansan industry. This means ...

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]]> The Art of Prospecting https://www.issa.com/articles/the-art-of-prospecting/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 01:45:50 +0000 https://issa.com/the-art-of-prospecting/ Are your salespeople seeing a decrease in their prospecting numbers and ratios? If so, they are not alone. The landscape of sales is evolving rapidly, and we must evolve along with it. It’s time to redefine what cold-call prospecting means. By embracing a new definition, we will realize that prospecting is more important than ever. ...

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]]> Human Capital and Culture https://www.issa.com/articles/human-capital-and-culture/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 01:41:41 +0000 https://issa.com/human-capital-and-culture/ As facility management transitions into the information age, where technology advances at a rapid pace and markets evolve and change overnight, one thing remains constant: the pivotal role of human capital and culture is driving our company’s success. This article delves into the critical importance of developing your team, your most valuable asset, and fostering ...

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]]> The Ever-Evolving Drive for Innovation https://www.issa.com/articles/the-ever-evolving-drive-for-innovation/ Fri, 05 Apr 2024 01:24:07 +0000 https://issa.com/the-ever-evolving-drive-for-innovation/ In today’s fast-paced world, the drive for innovation in manufacturing begins at the highest levels of leadership. This is not merely a matter of business strategy; it reflects a profound recognition of technology’s pivotal role in meeting evolving consumer demands, enhancing operational efficiency, and mitigating risk factors. Innovation enhances efficiency I have seen firsthand how ...

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]]> Leveraging AI for Facility Maintenance Services https://www.issa.com/articles/leveraging-ai-for-facility-maintenance-services/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:00:18 +0000 https://issa.com/leveraging-ai-for-facility-maintenance-services/ Sustainable and efficient facility management is vital in today’s fast-changing business industries. Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) within facilities can significantly enhance building efficiency and performance. As AI gains traction, its applications are expanding across various industries, including environmental sustainability. AI has the potential to drive corporate responsibility through predictive analytics, automation, energy optimization, cleaning, inventory ...

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]]> Artificial Intelligence https://www.issa.com/articles/artificial-intelligence/ Fri, 16 Feb 2024 07:35:37 +0000 https://issa.com/artificial-intelligence/ A previous article found in the November/December 2023 issue of ISSA Today shared some ideas on how artificial Intelligence (AI) could be beneficial in a distributor’s warehouse and how it could recommend a target warehouse accuracy level. Further, it could determine if a warehouse worker is as productive as they should be. As the distribution ...

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]]> 4 Top Trends Driving Sales Into the Future https://www.issa.com/articles/4-top-trends-driving-sales-into-the-future/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:00:10 +0000 https://issa.com/4-top-trends-driving-sales-into-the-future/ The sales profession is at a turning point that can’t be ignored and is changing faster than ever before. Every year, the changes are significant and noteworthy. Why? The reasons are technological, generational, and even cultural. Essentially, four significant trends will drive sales into the future, and I plan to be at the forefront of ...

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]]> The Future of the Industry https://www.issa.com/articles/the-future-of-the-industry/ Sun, 19 Nov 2023 07:00:18 +0000 https://issa.com/the-future-of-the-industry/ It’s a universally accepted truth. No one knows precisely what the future will bring. The future is a mystery that is constantly unfolding and, when it arrives, often catches us by surprise. However, by analyzing our past and present and taking the temperature of innovation, technology, and trends, we can—more often than not—accurately foresee what’s ...

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