Tag: Tork

Cleaning Staff Retention Is Your Secret Weapon for Operational Excellence in 2026

By Katrin Ferge, Tork Feb 6, 2026 FM Perspectives

Updated: Feb 9, 2026

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. Ask facilities managers about their biggest operational challenges, and staffing consistently ranks near the top. Cleaning teams face unique pressures—and the consequences show up everywhere, from inconsistent cleanliness to rising costs to guest complaints. […]

Stop Losing Customers to Dirty Restrooms: The Case for Data-Driven Maintenance

By Katrin Ferge, Tork Sep 9, 2025 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Sep 18, 2025

Every day, facilities managers unknowingly lose customers and damage their brand reputation, all because of one overlooked factor: restroom maintenance. Businesses may not realize it, but this can easily translate into tangible losses. A recent Tork survey revealed that only 1 in 5 public restrooms currently meet cleanliness standards, and a staggering 52% of people […]

Most Public Restrooms Are Failing Hygiene Expectations, Costing Businesses: Survey

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jul 25, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: Jul 25, 2025

Only 1 in 5 public restrooms meet hygiene and cleanliness expectations, and negative experiences are impacting business revenue and reputation, according to a new survey. Tork, an Essity brand, announced findings of a global survey of restroom users and cleaning staff that explores attitudes toward hygiene in public restrooms, the hygiene barriers that users encounter, the […]

World Hand Hygiene Day: How Handwashing Boosts Business Performance

By Katrin Ferge, Tork May 5, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: May 5, 2025

As children, we are often reminded of the importance of washing our hands. But as we move through life, many of us don’t realize the impact that hand hygiene truly has. World Hand Hygiene Day, recognized annually on May 5, provides an opportunity to reflect on how hand hygiene plays a crucial role in our […]