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Cleaning Schedules Set by Plants
November 19, 2025 Emily Newton

Cleaning Schedules Set by Plants

A new frontier in predictive cleaning uses living plants as sensors that enable artificial intelligence (AI) systems to anticipate cleaning needs before humans notice them.

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Nilfisk
November 18, 2025 Sponsored by Nilfisk

Protected: Next-Level Cleaning Power: Nilfisk Showcases New Tech at ISSA Show North America

Nilfisk demonstrates how advanced design, smart technology, and user-focused engineering are shaping the future of professional cleaning.

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Look Beyond Off-the-Shelf Cleaning Solutions
November 12, 2025 Barbara Laible

Look Beyond Off-the-Shelf Cleaning Solutions

Whether you need tailored dilution ratios to match specific chemical formulations or a secure closed-loop technology to eliminate open handling, custom dispensing systems deliver precise functionality.

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Univer and Novonesis
October 15, 2025 Sponsored by Novonesis

Beyond the Scrub: How Enzymes Are Shaping the Future of Medical Device Cleaning

Our expert guest panel explains what medical device reprocessing involves, how it works inside healthcare facilities, and why agencies like the CDC, FDA, and WHO place such strong emphasis on cleaning and validation standards.

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Air Care, Unplugged: How V-Air Flow Delivers 30 Days of Consistent Scent—the Right Scent!
October 13, 2025 Sponsored by Vectair Systems

Air Care, Unplugged: How V-Air Flow Delivers 30 Days of Consistent Scent—the Right Scent!

V-Air Flow delivers consistent fragrance for up to 30 days without aerosols, batteries, or programming.

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VAI’s S2K Enterprise
October 6, 2025 Sponsored by VAI

VAI Software – A Complete ERP Solution for JANSAN Distributors

Smart distributors don’t add apps—they add signal.

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From Opponent to Teammate: Rethinking AI’s Role in Your Daily Work
October 1, 2025

From Opponent to Teammate: Rethinking AI’s Role in Your Daily Work

ISSA Hygieia’s recent Masterclass webinar event offered low-risk ways professionals can use AI

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How to Build Real Connections on LinkedIn
September 29, 2025 Jeff Cross

How to Build Real Connections on LinkedIn

Sales trainer Troy Harrison has identified a gap between how most professionals use LinkedIn and how the platform is intended to function.

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Board the Sustainability Train and Get Ready to Fly
September 24, 2025 Stephen P. Ashkin

Board the Sustainability Train and Get Ready to Fly

Today’s environmental challenges demand more than just efficiency; they require creativity, courage, and a willingness to challenge old ways.

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Unlocking Tech Secrets: Insights from Three Leading Software CEOs
August 7, 2025 Jeff Cross

Unlocking Tech Secrets: Insights from Three Leading Software CEOs

This session at ISSA Show North America 2025 will teach attendees how to make technology their competitive advantage.

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Moneyball Season 2: Harness AI With Your Real-Time Data to Increase Margins and Lose Fewer Buildings
August 5, 2025 Jeff Cross

Moneyball Season 2: Harness AI With Your Real-Time Data to Increase Margins and Lose Fewer Buildings

This session at ISSA Show North America 2025 will challenge contractors to look at the data they already have—payroll, labor records, quality assurance reports, customer feedback, job costing, and profit-and-loss statements—and use it to make smarter decisions.

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Bot vs. Human: Future-Proofing Content in an AI World
August 5, 2025 Jeff Cross

Bot vs. Human: Future-Proofing Content in an AI World

In this episode of Straight Talk, Jeff Cross sits down with Will Tygart, author of The Internet Was Always a Giant RAG System, to dig into what’s happening now with search and AI.

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How to Create Your Very Own AI Assistant
July 31, 2025 Jeff Cross

How to Create Your Very Own AI Assistant

In her presentation at ISSA Show North America 2025, Laura Craven, with Imperial Dade, will introduce attendees to Custom GPT Assistants, AI-driven tools that can be tailored to meet specific business needs.

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Smart Equipment Trends in Commercial Cleaning for 2025
July 23, 2025 Joshua Woodworth

Smart Equipment Trends in Commercial Cleaning for 2025

Smart devices, such as robotic scrubbers and IoT-enabled systems, are no longer a luxury; these technologies are changing the entire paradigm of cleaning in the current commercial environment.

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QR Codes Versus Sensors
July 16, 2025 Kalli Folk

QR Codes Versus Sensors

Not all smart restroom solutions are created equal. Choosing the right data strategy starts with understanding the available options: QR codes and sensors.

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How AI Is Driving Efficiency and Innovation in the Custodial Industry
June 23, 2025 Nick O’Brien

How AI Is Driving Efficiency and Innovation in the Custodial Industry

From streamlining inventory management and predicting equipment maintenance needs to optimizing workforce allocation and enhancing data visibility, AI is revolutionizing the way custodial services are planned, delivered, and evaluated.

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