Streamlining Cleaning Operations with IoT Integration
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The cleaning industry faces significant challenges in managing machines, equipment, and tools—especially when many processes remain manual. As Alexander Manafi, co-founder and CEO of ToolSense, highlights, the implementation of a centralized Internet of Things (IoT) platform can revolutionize fleet management for cleaning companies.
The sector is grappling with rising costs, increasing quality expectations, and stringent sustainability regulations. While digital solutions like ERP systems have made headway, many firms still depend on outdated manual management methods—leading to inefficiencies, higher error rates, and prolonged machine downtime.
An illustrative case comes from a robotics technician in a leading German cleaning company, who checks multiple apps daily to diagnose issues with cleaning robots. This cumbersome process hampers productivity and results in significant machine inactivity.
Key challenges arise primarily from two factors: a fragmented landscape where various equipment from different manufacturers lacks a unified monitoring system, and the absence of IoT on smaller or older devices. Many cleaning companies are bogged down by the need to manage disparate telematic solutions instead of leveraging a centralized platform.
The solution entails creating a singular platform capable of aggregating data from all equipment, regardless of type or age. Retrofit IoT modules can be added to older machinery, while Bluetooth tags affordably track smaller tools. This allows for streamlined inventory management and automated data collection.
Real-world examples underscore the potential impact: A mid-sized German cleaning firm reduced costs by 15% and improved equipment utilization through IoT integration, while a hospital cut machine downtime from 60 days to under 10 through enhanced monitoring and reporting.
Embracing IoT technology lays the groundwork for digital transformation, promising a future of improved efficiency, reduced costs, and optimized resource use in the cleaning industry. For more information, visit toolsense.io.
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