Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 4th April 2019 Issue no. 864
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Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! I came across an interesting press release this week and have been wondering whether any organisations in this sector run schemes such as this or whether they're considering doing so... Data from the One4all 'Workers on top of their game report' has found that 52% of UK trades and 50% of retail workers would be more productive if offered gamified rewards and bonuses, which are said to not only introduce an element of fun into the workplace, but which also increase employee performance. The survey of 1,096 UK workers by the workplace incentives and rewards provider, encompassed employees from different age groups, genders and industries and revealed that 52% of UK workers in the trades industries and 50% in retail would feel more motivated to work hard and 20% would increase their performance if their employer introduced a points-based rewards and bonus system. The technique works by setting small rewards for desired actions and then inviting workers to repeat that behaviour, which they do in anticipation of the same result, and 26% UK workers in the trades industries said they would work harder to unlock rewards and bonuses in this way. There are also clear softer benefits of gamified rewards systems, with the perception amongst workers that this would also increase their happiness at work and make them feel more engaged with their company, while making work more fun. "In SMEs, finding the budget for a rewards scheme can be tough, but gamified rewards can be more flexible in some ways and they don't have to involve large budgets," says the company. "While some might think these kinds of rewards are more complex to implement, this isn't necessarily the case. As we can see from the survey data, and the sheer number of workers who said that the implementation of a gamified reward system would make them work harder, the cost of implementing this kind of rewards could soon be recouped by the increased productivity employers would benefit from." I've always been someone who does my best at whatever I've set out to do - whether it be a personal task or work-related, but I can see that we're not all made the same. And with UK Plc's productivity levels being renowned for being low these days, I'm thinking that this type of scheme may well be worth investigating...
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            This Week's News
ISSA develops new calculators to aid members
"ISSA works to stay informed about what challenges members face in their businesses day-to-day," explains Rosie Rangel, ISSA vice president of membership, outreach, and business intelligence. "We use a portion of membership dues to develop tools and programs that aid the professional lives of our members. These latest innovations are geared toward distributor, facility manager, and business service contractor members." Innovative Sustane polymer launched to save natural resources
Sustane is an innovative, sustainable polymer that has the potential to replace virgin polymer. The recycled material is made from post-consumer packaging and promises the highest levels of technical performance, consistency with no compromise on quality. The driving force for Sustane, however, is not just the need for perfect performance, but the desire to lead on environmental stewardship. Genesis Biosciences wins major cleaning innovation award
The CSSA Awards, which celebrate excellence across the UK contract cleaning industry, took place during the Cleaning Show 2019; the UK's largest trade event focused on cleaning and hygiene. The contract innovation award was one of only four categories presented on the day alongside training, environmental and sustainability and corporate social responsibility. 2 in 1 Fog Cannon + HP Washer to debut
Designed for the prevention of dust pollution (PMI 10) and the washing of polluted surfaces, the new Elefantino Lavaggio Fog Maker is a 2-in-1 cannon with nebuliser and pressure washer function. Pulire is taking place in Verona, from 21st - 2rd May and Autopromotec is being held in Bologna, from 22nd - 26th May. Idrobase Group will be exhibiting in Pav. 02 - Stand E4/3 and Pav. 25 - Stand C83 respectively. Facilities Show 2019's new Smart Buildings Expo will help sector work smart and well
Held in association with the Institute of Workplace & Facilities Management, the world's largest dedicated facilities management and workplace wellbeing and smart buildings event will take place at ExCel, London from 18th - 20th June. National Minimum Wage and Living Wage rates rise but still lag behind 'real' requirements
The Government-set hourly rate for the minimum wage depends on age and whether the employee is a fully-fledged worker or an apprentice. Employees must be at least school leaving age to receive the National Minimum Wage and aged 25 or over to receive the National Living Wage. 2019 Canadian Sustainability Conference: 'Beyond Clean: Creating a Greater Vision'
More than 1,000 attendees and 100 exhibitors representing businesses and organisations from across North America are expected to attend this year's conference, which is presented by MCL Green Cleaning and its strategic partner, The Infection Prevention Strategy (TIPS). Resource & Waste Strategy - an opportunity for discussion
Tuesday 16th April - Darlington Kaivac makes it 'sticky': manufacturer embarks on decision to simplify program
This means finding ways to get web visitors to hang around the site for a while with the goal of helping them make a purchasing decision... Star Platforms delivery and service fleet ready for Ultra Low Emission Zone introduction
Fast-growing property services business invests £600,000 in new Wakefield headquarters
DfT Urban Strategy: 2.5m tonnes of goods a day don't appear by magic, says FTA
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