Healthcare facilities have long practiced the art of the high-touch surface audit because any lapse in their cleaning regimen can have devastating consequences. During the COVID-19 pandemic, that thinking has expanded to all industries. Schools, office buildings, retail buildings, and more are all using these audits to ensure that frequently touched Read more…
End-of-shift inspections are one of the most important forms janitorial, facilities, and custodial teams use. We’re going to explore what end-of-shift report is, who should perform them and why, what makes them so vital, and how to create your own form with sample questions you can use. Regular inspections are Read more…
GPS and cellular data technology can be a huge advantage for teams in the field, where there isn’t always access to WiFi. However, there are considerations around privacy, compensation, and property you’ll need to think through. So how do you reap the benefits mobile technology while minimizing the downsides? It’s Read more…
In our last article, we went over why quality control and inspections are so important to janitorial businesses. Today, we’ll talk about how to build an inspection that helps you track your quality, get the right feedback, and pounce on problems. We’ll wrap things up with a deep dive into Read more…
A process compliance inspection helps you ensure that the things you can’t see are being properly cleaned and disinfected. It helps get your entire team on the same page. Additionally, it’s a step you can take to assure your clients that you’re cleaning effectively. Why now is the time to Read more…
It’s been months in the making, and we’re so excited to share it with you! The latest version of the OrangeQC mobile janitorial inspection app for iOS devices makes managing quality control even simpler. The new version (3.7.0, if you’re counting) was designed based on your feedback. It takes the Read more…
These days, there are apps for everything—including janitorial businesses. Janitorial apps handle a multitude of tasks, from simplifying inspections to tracking how many bottles of glass cleaner you have left. But which janitorial apps are really best for your business? As we’ve designed OrangeQC, we’ve put a lot of thought Read more…
We’ve been busy in 2017! We’ve gotten great feedback about how these improvements have helped our clients’ workflow—so in case you missed any of our new features, we decided to stop, take a breather, and celebrate what we’ve done so far.
We’re thrilled to share a huge development on the OrangeQC app: now, any user can log into our mobile app to manage tickets.
