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Business: unity crucial to tackle global crime
9th of August 2024Criminal 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 2024From 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
People - the driving force
7th of August 2024Soft FM services form an essential part of hygiene, orderliness, and presentation for businesses, brands, organisations, and communities worldwide. The attraction and retention of talent is pivotal for sustained success. But in an industry that is often overlooked, how can we do that? Kelly Dolphin, chief people and culture officer at services
Robotic solutions and AI - robots in real life
5th of August 2024Autonomous cleaning robots are becoming a viable solution for certain applications and requirements, especially where speed is a priority or there is a need for a quiet and inobtrusive cleaning function. The technology may still be in its infancy, but with increasing experience there is growing understanding with regards to where value can be
Thanks for noticing us
2nd of August 2024New campaign launched to encourage passengers to show respect for cleaning staff in the Copenhagen Metro. ECJ’s Lotte Printz reports from Denmark.
At work in the capital recently, I was rather impressed with the cleaning procedures on the Metro. Only minutes after I had entered a carriage where someone had clearly had an accident with a
Robotic solutions and AI - shaping transformation
1st of August 2024The cleaning industry has, in recent years, experienced a wide range of technological changes. The development of digital tools, some of which are directly based on applications powered by artificial intelligence (AI), have had a major impact on the entire profession and are leading to a fundamental rethink in industry circles. But what does this