Technology and automated cleaning have made huge strides in recent years, helping to address the ongoing labour shortage, and in many cases, improving hygiene and cleanliness. From drones to robots, investing in automated cleaning means getting ahead of your competition, as you better your service and efficiency. There are many ways to invest in innovation as you improve your cleaning protocols.
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Cleaning drones
Cleaning drones are reaching new heights (literally), to address hard-to-reach locations quickly and easily. Rather than setting up scaffolding and having employees reach great heights, drones allow everyone to stay on the ground while still achieving the desired result. Additionally, because drones keep employees safer and lower liability, there may be cost savings for your insurance.
Not just for cleaning, drones can also be used to identify issues with your building, such as cracks in your brick, debris on your roof, and more. This can help you avoid surprise repairs and stay ahead of your maintenance schedule.
Offering a cost-effective and time-efficient solution, drones also allow facility managers to follow a more consistent cleaning schedule for better results. For example, windows are recommended to be cleaned at least twice per year and a building’s exterior should be cleaned every two years, depending on climate, exposure to the sun, and building use. Not having to arrange for scaffolding often means that building operators can clean more frequently, improving the look of their building, without increasing their budget.
Robots
Robotic technology is quickly emerging as a top trend in the cleaning industry, likely motivated by increased labour costs, safety concerns, and customer turnover. Robots allow companies to save money on labour, decrease the time it takes it complete certain tasks, and increase consistency for better results.
One of the greatest advantages of robotics is the data it provides, using a pre-determined set of metrics. Data-driven services have proven to get better results, with 23 per cent of companies reporting greater productivity and 20 per cent crediting it with greater cleanliness and improved appearance.
Robots also offer a better way to plan ahead with software that can schedule cleaning and maintenance ahead of time, notifying customers in advance so they can plan accordingly. Historical data is an important component, allowing you to track previous clients, create standardized invoicing and quickly compare pricing. This can help you get to know your customers better as you improve performance and save labour.
The future is here, with automated cleaning saving time, increasing efficiency and improving results. In a competitive marketplace, this type of technology could very well help commercial cleaning companies stand out from the competition.
