The Clean Slate

Your Source for Info on Facilities Management, Commercial Cleaning, and Business Ownership

The Clean Slate Open Works Blog

Lights, Camera, Action – How to Keep Your Movie Theater Sparkling

In the world of entertainment, movie theaters hold a special place. They offer an escape from reality, a chance to be transported to different worlds, and a communal experience that can't be replicated at home.

Discovering the Latest Trends in Manufacturing and Warehousing Facility Management

One of the most significant trends in building management today is automation. With the rise of Industry 4.0 (the digitization of the manufacturing sector), manufacturers and warehouses are increasingly adopting automated processes to streamline operations and reduce costs.

Navigating the Fast Lane: Facility Management Trends in the Transportation Industry

Facility management in the transportation industry is a dynamic and constantly evolving field. By staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies, facility managers can ensure their facilities are running efficiently and sustainably.

Why Dine-In Movie Theater Operators Should Employ Psychology of Clean to Drive Results

Studies show that movie goers are begging for an elevated experience since the COVID-19 pandemic. Alamo Drafthouse is poised to give it to them.

How Business Synergies Transcend Client-Vendor Boundaries with International Paper

Supporting IP’s productivity at several locations nationwide is a crucial collaborator: OpenWorks. This strategic partnership has helped IP consistently and confidently maintain its facilities and illustrates how cleaned, disinfected, and safe facilities support IP’s brand promise.

Pristine Care: Your Flu Season Guide to Dialysis Center Cleaning

Flu season is upon us. Maintaining a pristine and hygienic environment for dialysis centers is life or death. Patients with compromised immune systems rely on these facilities for life-sustaining treatments, making infection prevention a top priority.

What is a Facility Management Aggregator and How Do They Put Health Facilities at Risk?

The process of aggregating, in general, doesn’t solve a more significant problem—a unified category solution. This business model collects information about providers, signs contracts, and then sells their services under a brand—that you may or may not have heard of.

Stay Cool, Calm, and Collected in a Crisis Thanks to Your Facility Manager

Crisis management is essential to running your facility. However, not every business has the internal resources, expertise, or bandwidth to manage the unexpected bumps and bruises that come their way. That is where third-party facility managers like OpenWorks come in. We are the folks who specialize in keeping you cool, calm and collected when everything else is in chaos.

7 Facility Management Strategies to Practice ESG

With IFMA (International Facility Management Association) adopting an ESG model that highlights the environmental, social, and governance considerations of FM, companies are feeling the pressure to adopt sustainable practices. By following an ESG model, all workers in the FM space can become good citizens regarding sustainability. Here are 7 ways to start embracing ESG.

Risky Business: How relying on in-house FM services increases costs, raises liability, and opens the opportunity for a future reduction in force

Looking to insource your facilities management or janitorial team? Be sure to weigh the options before you make a move.

Helping Topgolf Maintain a Competitive Advantage with a Culture of Cleanliness to Drive Results

OpenWorks is the commercial cleaner of choice at a number of Topgolf locations. Learn how we work with Topgolf to ensure a fun-filled day of golf and family experiences.

Small Business Support with OpenWorks

Small business owners are doing more than living their dreams. They're running the show. And sometimes that requires some help.

The Future of Sustainable Facility Management: Key Trends to Watch

Commercial building and facilities management is a key driver of sustainability in businesses around the world. As the world continues to fight a changing climate, sustainability will become more important. Here are some key things that truly can make a difference.

The State of Childcare, PreK, and K-12 Education and How Facilities Management Can Help

When it comes to childcare and education in the United States, what comes to mind? Dollar signs? A shortage of teachers and caretakers? Parent frustration? What if you learned that a facilities management approach can help the current situation? It's true. Find out more!

School Cleanliness: Tips for Creating a Cleaning Plan That Suits Your School

Schools must, without a doubt, be cleaned and disinfectant on a daily, sometimes hourly, schedule. But how do you create a plan and stick to it? Find out how to get a handle on cleaning your school so well, even parents will love it!

5 Crucial Student and Teacher-Focused Reasons for Keeping a School Professionally Clean

Keep your educational facility is a must. In fact, its not just hygienic, it's conducive to learning and better test sores. If you need more motivation, here are 5 reasons kids and teachers THRIVE in clean.

How to Find Hidden Risk That Impacts Childcare Centers, Pre-K and High Schools, Kids, Staff, and the P&L (CHECKLIST INCLUDED)

There are risks everywhere in any facility. But finding them in a school or daycare is especially important. Find out how to improve your school and save money.

The State of Residential Property Management and How Facility Management Can Help

Although rents are increasing, tenant satisfaction is decreasing. Renters are unsatisfied with their complexes' facility maintenance and community feel. Hiring an FM company can help greatly.