Every day, 6 billion square feet of space are transformed into cleaner, safer, and more efficient environments — and it’s all thanks to one company’s visionary approach to facility management. While we don’t always think about the impact a facility’s cleaning strategy has, the facts are there: student attendance, employee satisfaction and safety, even manufacturing efficiency all depend on proper maintenance. For over a century, ABM has helped clients see so-called support services as more than cost centers. The company’s facility solutions directly tie in to its partners’ core missions.

A facility’s appearance makes a first and lasting impression on guests, tenants and employees. The right partner garners trust through their presence and efforts. It also sets an expectation for excellence across your organization. It’s the very reason over 21,000 clients rely on ABM to enhance their operations. ABM’s tech-enabled, predictive maintenance keeps maintenance crews lean and efficient through demand-based resourcing. Smart monitoring identifies issues and alerts the closest team member to mitigate situations before they become work orders.

Across all kinds of industries, results speak for themselves. For schools and universities, healthier environments improve cognition while reducing absenteeism due to illness. Occupant satisfaction improves in office buildings, which justifies higher rents. Manufacturers avoid costly slips, falls and production defects.

Each industry may see unique benefits in the cleaning strategies ABM offers. However, the national facility solutions provider is able to leverage learnings in one category and apply them to others. Its depth of knowledge and breadth of services translate into innovative practices that benefit the company’s entire portfolio. With clients across the country, ABM has the scale to demand competitive contracts from suppliers, and a robust pipeline of qualified candidates to serve on facilities’ frontlines.

Zoom in and you’ll find over 250 ABM offices around the country. This translates into a more responsive, empathetic partner for clients. Recently, ABM worked with a New Jersey school district to execute a typical 60-day transition period in a month. The company was able to retain 90% of the previous custodial provider’s employees and train new team members. Additionally, ABM donated $10,000 to food-insecure families.

A key point of differentiation is the company’s approach. Cleaning and janitorial services aren’t just overhead. They are essential to an organization’s mission and the health of its community. Clients want to cut costs but not corners. They want a cost-effective solution without compromise. ABM delivers tailored strategies that align with its clients’ budget and core mission.

For over 100 years, ABM has helped facilities welcome their guests and tenants to cleaner, healthier, more efficient environments. The company blends the benefits of scale with attention to detail.

To see how ABM can align your cleaning needs with your organization’s objectives, visit ABM or or call 866.624.1520.

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Proactive, outcome-driven facility management

ABM Performance Solutions provides a unified, cohesive team that puts outcomes first. This results in enhanced efficiency across all aspects of your facility. Whether it’s engineering, HVAC, power management, cleaning, landscaping, parking management, or building technology, ABM Performance Solutions integrates these services seamlessly, allowing businesses to reduce costs while improving productivity and sustainability.

ABM is more than a provider — we’re a strategic facility partner. With a wide array of offerings, ABM Performance Solutions ensures that your buildings operate smoothly, efficiently, and sustainably. Additionally, ABM focuses on occupant support, providing services that enhance employee and occupant satisfaction, health, and safety.

Customizable solutions for your facility

ABM Performance Solutions stands out by offering solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Understanding the unique risk profile and long-term goals of a facility allows ABM to create customized services that align with business priorities. By taking a consultative approach, ABM ensures that the solutions are relevant, efficient, and effective in achieving your goals.

Every facility is different, and ABM recognizes that a one-size-fits-all approach isn’t effective. Whether managing capital expenditures or optimizing energy systems, ABM integrates technical expertise and service flexibility to deliver the best outcomes. From microgrid infrastructure to vertical transportation systems, ABM Performance Solutions addresses every aspect of your building’s lifecycle.

The importance of data and technology in facility optimization

Technology is at the heart of ABM Performance Solutions. ABM utilizes predictive analytics, smart building capabilities, and IoT sensors to monitor and optimize facility systems in real time.

ABM Connect is the end-to-end platform that unites all of this. Data from the team member application flows directly into your client platform, allowing you transparency and connectivity into services from ABM. The information gives the operational leaders at ABM the power of data-driven decision making to ensure you benefit from continuous improvement.

This data-driven approach allows ABM to manage assets proactively, minimizing downtime and maximizing performance. Data transparency is key, and ABM provides actionable insights that help businesses track the performance of their facilities over time.

ABM Connect also includes visual dashboards that offer real-time data on everything from energy usage to occupant experience, enabling clients to optimize operations and meet sustainability targets. The integration of data helps organizations stay ahead of challenges, whether it’s energy conservation, carbon footprint reduction, or improving the facility’s environment.

Achieving sustainability goals

ABM Performance Solutions integrates sustainability into every aspect of facility management. To go beyond short-term fixes, ABM focuses on energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact over the long term — making your facility more sustainable.

ABM has already demonstrated success in sustainability initiatives, such as the installation of over 26,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and saving energy every step of the way. Sustainability programs from ABM also help clients meet their sustainability targets while improving indoor air quality for staff and occupants. This commitment to sustainability ensures that facilities not only perform well, but do so in an environmentally responsible way.

Measurable outcomes and cost savings

ABM Performance Solutions ensures that every service has a direct impact on the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of your building. This results in a positive financial impact, with businesses experiencing significant cost savings, reduced operational expenses, and improved ROI. With a single provider managing all services, ABM helps reduce the number of subcontractors and middleman fees, further driving down costs.

In addition to financial savings, ABM Performance Solutions helps businesses extend the life of their buildings and equipment by improving asset management and reducing the need for costly repairs or replacements. The proactive approach ensures that businesses can rely on their facilities without disruption, optimizing operations for greater productivity, profitability, and occupant well-being.

Simplified facility management

Managing a facility can be a complex and time-consuming task, especially when multiple subcontractors are involved. ABM Performance Solutions simplifies this by offering a single point of contact for all facility services. In fact, ABM will have an experienced team member on site — this streamlines communication, reduces administrative burdens, and enhances accountability. With one unified team overseeing all aspects of facility management, businesses can focus on their core operations while leaving facility optimization to the experts.

Future-proofing your facility

The ability to future-proof a facility is crucial as organizations navigate changing market conditions, shifting expectations, and evolving technology. ABM Performance Solutions supports businesses in adapting to these changes by providing forward-thinking solutions that anticipate future needs. Whether it’s upgrading HVAC systems for energy efficiency or preparing for increased occupant expectations, ABM helps you stay ahead of the curve.

Why ABM Performance Solutions?

ABM Performance Solutions offers a comprehensive, outcomes-driven approach to facility management. Whether you’re looking to reduce operational costs, meet sustainability goals, or enhance the workplace experience, ABM Performance Solutions provides the tools and expertise needed to achieve all these objectives—and more. With a customized, data-driven approach, ABM ensures that your facility performs at its best, now and in the future.

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Our comprehensive services go beyond basic upkeep, ensuring your environment is consistently clean, safe and efficient. From routine maintenance to handling complex issues, we work closely with you to understand the unique needs of your facility, delivering tailored solutions that improve productivity and tenant satisfaction.

With our expertise, you can also tap into innovative technologies that are designed to reimagine the way your facility is managed. When striving for sustainability goals, our best practices will help reduce energy costs and enhance the longevity of your assets — just another step in future-proofing your facility. Our team’s proactive approach prevents problems before they arise, ensuring smooth operations and minimal disruptions. 

Trust ABM to manage every facet of your facility, giving you peace of mind and the freedom to drive your business forward with confidence.

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Maverik’s restrooms deserve recognition for their commitment to cleanliness and comfort, with sparkling fixtures, spacious stalls and fresh amenities that make each pit stop along your adventure a pleasant experience. Maverik’s restrooms go the extra mile with touches like adventurous décor and even family-friendly features in over 500 stores across 13 western states. In fact, USA Today named Maverik as the place with the cleanest gas station restrooms in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada and Utah.

Maverik’s Chief Retail Officer Ryan Boothe commented:

It truly is an honor to be recognized by Cintas and our customers for creating restrooms with a hygienic and comforting atmosphere. In addition to freshly prepared food, extensive beverage options and great fuel discounts, clean, quality restrooms continue to be a concern for motorists, which is why we take pride in providing a consistently clean stop across our more than 500 locations and expanding. We’re grateful to our dedicated team members who recognize the role clean restrooms play in our customers’ experience as they head out on their adventures and for their hard work to maintain a superior level of cleanliness.

The 23rd annual contest celebrates businesses that develop and maintain innovative restroom facilities. Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop was among ten finalists based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. The public had the opportunity to vote for the following ten finalists (listed in alphabetical order) between July 15 and August 16 at Best Restroom:

• Hop Shops (Florence, KY)
• Indiana Caverns (Corydon, IN)
• Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium (Kansas City, MO)
• Lambeau Field (Green Bay, WI)
• MAD (Houston, TX)
• Maximilian Motorsports (Chehalis, WA)
• Morning Glory (San Diego, CA)
• Natchez Trace State Park Visitor Center (Wildersville, TN)
• Throne Restrooms (Brentwood, MD)

John Rudy, senior director of Marketing at Cintas, said:

We’re thrilled to crown Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop as America’s Best Restroom. They have set a high standard of cleanliness in their stores and restrooms, enhancing the overall customer experience. With touchless fixtures, spacious stalls and family-friendly features, Maverik goes the extra mile, turning every pit stop into a pleasant adventure.

Last year, the Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport took home the top prize for its state-of-the-art smart restroom system, which integrates color-changing, LED stall occupancy lights and more to improve the overall passenger experience.

You can nominate a restroom for the 2025 America’s Best Restroom contest at Cintas.

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