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Thoroughly modern window cleaning
15th of August 2024
Technology is having a huge influence on every area of our lives. It has even entered the traditional world of window-cleaning. But how far are modern window cleaning systems such as cobots, drones and other high-tech systems changing the face of the industry, asks Ann Laffeaty.
The task of window cleaning used to be a relatively simple one that
Staff shortages bring less growth
14th of August 2024
In Germany, the mood in the latest BIV spring survey was not so positive - reports Katja Scholz.
The Federal Association of Contract Cleaners (BIV) has been carrying out a business survey in spring each year since 2019, in which BIV member companies provide a picture of the mood in the sector and express their views on market forecasts, sales
Hygiene in food prep - going with the flow
13th of August 2024
How far can the placement of cleaning and hygiene products make a difference to efficiency and productivity in the food preparation sector? Ann Laffeaty on the importance of kitchen “flow” in a cleaning regime.
Commercial kitchens are known for being busy, somewhat hectic environments. Timing is everything when it comes to creating
The new food hygiene rules
12th of August 2024
Anna Garbagna on how new Italian food hygiene laws directly impact on the cleaning sector.
Regulated by both national and European provisions, MOCAs (the Italian acronym for Materials and Objects in Contact with Food) are based on Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004. Where no specific EU laws exist, member states can establish national measures. Since
Business: unity crucial to tackle global crime
9th of August 2024
Criminal syndicates across the European Union are co-opting legitimate businesses as a front for their nefarious activities. But now the bloc’s law enforcers have blown their cover wide open, reports Hartley Milner.
Crime agency Europol has unveiled “the most detailed report on criminal networks ever undertaken” in the EU,
Are our leaders suffering burnout?
8th of August 2024
From the UK, Lynn Webster urges the sector not to lose sight of the value of its leadership teams.
The UK is embarking on a major charge in its leadership. As this edition is published, we will likely know the resulting outcome of the forthcoming General Election and whilst remaining apolitical here it is apparent that we will be facing major
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