A brand new year signals a fresh start for everyone. Unfortunately, the first few months of a new year happen to take place during the peak of the annual flu season, making it somewhat difficult to hit the ground running — that is, if you aren’t well prepared. Many individuals prioritize health and wellness as […]
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The Budd Group Designated as an American Heart Association Gold Fit-Friendly Place to Work Winston-Salem, NC — As a part of the American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Companies Program, The Budd Group, a facilities services company headquartered in North Carolina, fulfilled key criteria and demonstrated a strong commitment to providing a healthy workplace for employees. The American Heart
Cultivating a positive and productive workplace is a multi-faceted effort. And in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, businesses must factor employee sentiment into this equation even more than usual. The fact is, everyone is responding to these recent developments differently, so even if your business is allowed to open back up, there’s no
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Even during a mild winter, a major storm could be lying in wait. If you own or operate a business, it’s important to prepare for whatever winter weather might come your way. Your main concern might be with protecting your building itself, but the areas surrounding your building — namely your parking lot and walkways
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The importance of cleaning services cannot be overstated. Businesses hire janitorial services to ensure the safety of their customers and employees, and to maintain a beautiful, clean work environment. But mere cleanliness isn’t a business’ only priority. Security, for instance, is crucial to keeping information and personnel safe. These days, companies must also keep their environmental impact
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While summer is a relaxing time for some, it’s the busiest season for many facilities across industries. And now that the U.S. economy is on track to explode after a challenging year, businesses everywhere must be prepared to handle a highly active summer. Covering all your bases (i.e., cleaning, staffing, scheduling, landscaping, etc.) can be
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While some students may be naturally more driven or gifted than others in certain areas, no student can reach their full potential if they’re in an inadequate learning environment. Conversely, optimal school conditions help all students thrive, regardless of their unique abilities and shortcomings. Many factors contribute to these conditions, of course, such as the
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In December 2020, Congress passed a $2.2 trillion economic stimulus package to support Americans while they navigated the new way of life during the coronavirus and all of the disasters it caused to the American economy. This package is known as the CARES Act. The CARES Act gave approximately $82 billion to students, educational institutions,
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As of the end of April 2020, the world has already seen at least 3.2 million cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus 2019), and the numbers continue to rise. Knowing this, it is bizarre to think that not even a few months ago most of us weren’t even aware of such a virus. What seems to have
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In our previous blog, “How to Navigate the Current Labor Shortage in Your Industry,” we discussed how adapting to emerging trends in wages and shift work helps businesses hire the best candidates and keep them on board. The service industry is among those industries that has experienced the biggest shake-ups over these past two years.
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In today’s world, there’s no shortage of threats caused by germs, bacteria, and viruses. From your annual flu season to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, you need to ensure you’re keeping your facility, your staff, and your customers as safe as possible by protecting your building from harmful pathogens and contaminants. These efforts are especially vital
How Disinfection Misting Can Help You Combat Flu Season and Reduce Labor Costs Read Post »
More and more businesses are temporarily closing or imposing strict limits on services in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. But there are many businesses and industries that must maintain at least some operations to protect the public and prevent further economic downturn. If you’re still in business during this difficult time, building disinfection is paramount. Regular
How Do I Know the Disinfectant Kills Coronavirus? Kill Claims and Times Read Post »
Universities aren’t merely domains of higher education — they’re also businesses. And, as is the case for any other business, revenue is always top of mind. Colleges acquire funds from multiple streams, but their primary driver (by far) is student tuition and fees. So, while schools can only accommodate a certain number of students, they’re
How Does Facility Quality Impact College Student Enrollment and Retention? Read Post »
Electricity lies at the heart of every modern industrial and commercial facility, keeping the lights on, allowing machinery to operate, facilitating communication, and more. Unfortunately, all of this electricity comes at a cost, and mismanaging your electrical systems can cause those costs to spike. Moreover, faulty electrical systems can throw a wrench in your operations,
How Electrical Maintenance Can Affect Your Bottom Line Read Post »
Cleanrooms play a pivotal role in various industries, especially in fields where even microscopic contamination can be detrimental. These rooms are designed with rigorous control measures to maintain the utmost level of cleanliness. A major part of this control comes from an efficient air filtration system. Not only does this system determine the purity of
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It should come as no surprise that hiring janitorial cleaning services can yield several benefits to a company. The question is, how? Companies want to prioritize productivity and maximize profits. Hiring quality janitorial services plays an important role in this pursuit. Let’s examine exactly how and why these services save a business money, time, and increase workflow. Hire the
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Whether caused by human error or “act of God,” disasters can quickly devastate a business. This is why all businesses should have a good insurance plan. But insurance can’t always cover everything, and regardless, it can take a long time for a business to recover from a bad storm, fire, or other emergency. Therefore, in
How Janitorial Services Can Help with Storm and Emergency Preparedness Read Post »
As we continue to monitor the spread, treatment, and systems changes during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, one question comes up again and again: is there anything we can do? Of course, no one can 100% guarantee that protective measures they’re taking will completely prevent coronavirus from spreading. But for businesses that provide essential services and must stay open,
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It really can’t be overstated how important a clean office is to every aspect of the workplace. First and foremost, cleaning the office regularly reduces the number of harmful germs and bacteria present. Fewer sick days means more productivity. And speaking of productivity, a clean office is clear of distractions and obstacles that make work more cumbersome.
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As you prepare for your office reopening (if you’re not back already), it’s a great time to revisit your current cleaning and maintenance practices. You’ll want to begin by developing an office cleaning schedule that breaks down the frequency of certain tasks. For instance, desks and keyboards should be wiped down once a day, and vacuuming might occur once
How Often Should You Deep Clean Office Furniture and Other Features? Read Post »
The winter months pose major challenges for businesses in all industries. In addition to weather-related concerns, flu season is in full force this time of year, and other contagious diseases can also run rampant as people huddle indoors for extended periods of time. Add a global pandemic into this mix, (COVID-19) and the upcoming winter might look
How Our Barrier Technology Can Keep Your Employees Healthy and Working This Winter Read Post »
Maintaining a vibrant and healthy landscape requires plenty of planning and effort throughout the year. That said, winter has a way of exacerbating these challenges. While the cold season puts a pause on the growth of your green spaces, this doesn’t negate the need to continue caring for your landscape. On the contrary, winter is
Facilities across industries may have any number of safety and security concerns. Manufacturing plants, for instance, may deal with corrosive chemicals that require delicate handling, pharmaceutical labs might contain sensitive information regarding medical research, and commercial buildings often house expensive goods and equipment. Regardless of your particular security needs, you don’t want to do anything
How Our Recruiting Solutions Help Keep Your High Security Facility Safer Read Post »
Few features in your facility work harder than your floors. It’s easy to take your floors for granted, but they’re always there, allowing all occupants and equipment to travel from point A to B safely and efficiently. This constant pressure can take a toll on any floor, including the most durable commercial concrete flooring, which is
How Polished Concrete Floors Can Benefit Your Facilities Read Post »
Healthcare facilities must constantly keep the well-being of their patients and employees top of mind. To ensure the best possible care, these facilities periodically require renovation, expansion, repair, and other types of construction. At the same time, healthcare facilities must remain as clean and sterile as possible. These two crucial duties naturally conflict with one
How Post-Construction Clean-Up Protects Your Healthcare Facility’s Reputation Read Post »
There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic has damaged countless lives and businesses over the past two years. Despite all of this devastation, however, some good has come from these challenging times. Today, schools and businesses are more committed than ever before to maintaining clean, sanitary, safe facilities. This pandemic has also allowed breakthrough technologies
For any gymnasium, the hardwood floor is a critical element. Over time, the once-glistening surface begins to show signs of wear and tear thanks to countless basketball games, school assemblies, and special events. Refinishing gymnasium hardwood flooring becomes essential to maintain not only its aesthetic but also its functionality. Of course, hardwood refinishing is a careful, detailed
Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic first became a global menace, the world still faces wave after wave of this unfortunate disease. Though some experts believe we’re finally approaching the endemic phase of COVID-19 in many regions (i.e., it becomes a regular but manageable disease like the flu), the fight isn’t over yet. The good
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An effective and holistic floor maintenance program includes a variety of tasks, some of which occur each and every day (i.e., sweeping and mopping) and others which occur periodically (i.e., scrubbing, burnishing) — at the root of it all is stripping and waxing. This twofold process (which should take place about twice a year or
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Student health and safety should be top priorities for any education facility. In an increasingly turbulent world, a school should act as a haven for students to learn, socialize, and become their best selves. When students have these bases covered, it’s much easier for them to succeed. Indeed, schools that are safe, clean, and well-organized see improved rates in
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