Carpeting has many great advantages. It's pleasant to walk upon. It's available in many colors and textures. Carpeting is very versatile and can be used within a wide range of building types and environments. However, on the...

Another year has come and gone and schools across the country are preparing for another spring break. For most schools the harsh winter months take a heavy toll on the conditions within classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and...

In a recent post, Tips on Effectively Onboarding New Employees, we shared some insights and tips on how to effectively onboard new employees within your cleaning operation. One critical component of that process is the Employee...

As a cleaning operation manager you are exposed to stress; there is no way around it. Your day to day activities and responsibilities are just natural sources of stress. Some stress is normal and studies have shown that low...

As a cleaning service provider one of your top priorities is restroom maintenance. You are charged with maintaining a restroom environment that is clean and healthy for your facility's occupants and visitors. Much of your effort...

In From Rags to....More Rags, authors David Murphy and Gary Collins dedicate a full chapter to the sharing of success stories from four other leaders within the cleaning industry. Those four companies, along with SMO, comprise a...

The Green Cleaning and Sustainability industry continues to grow in size and influence. What at one time was considered a niche industry has fully evolved into the mainstream. Like any dynamic industry, the green cleaning segment...

The long-term success of any cleaning operation is fully dependent upon its ability to identify, hire, and retain high-caliber employees. Without those dedicated employees, success can be elusive and fleeting.