Tork reveals how a clean work environment increases job satisfaction

Tork, an Essity brand, has announced a new study that highlights the link between cleanliness in the workplace and employee well-being. The research reveals that 86% of office workers consider cleanliness as a crucial factor for an good working environment.

CHALLENGES IN FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Today’s facility managers face increasing challenges. Demands are increasing, but budgets and resources are limited. In addition, employee expectations for cleanliness, hygiene and sustainability have increased in the wake of the pandemic. Supply chain issues, labor shortages and changes in sustainability legislation and staff turnover are making an already difficult job harder. Despite this, managers are only able to devote spend approximately 18% of their time to improve cleaning performance and quality, even though they consider the latter to be their top priority.

THE DEEPER MEANING OF CLEANLINESS: BEYOND HYGIENE

According to the new Tork study, there is a clear connection between a clean and efficient workplace and the appreciation employees have for it. An impressive 85% of workers believe that the cleanliness of restrooms reflects the overall cleanliness of the building, while 67% say they are more likely to complain about a restroom than any other aspect of their work environment. Restrooms, according to the statistics, account for more than 45% of complaints in office environments, outpacing any other aspect. Research suggests that facility managers can play a crucial role in significantly reducing employee complaints by ensuring that restroom maintenance is efficient. A more efficient restroom frees up time to clean other areas, which translates into happier employees and greater workplace satisfaction.

 

IMPROVING WORKPLACE SATISFACTION WITH TORK

The Tork Office Hygiene Package TM offers companies smart hygiene solutions for their entire facility, significantly improving workplace satisfaction. Tork’s high-capacity dispensers ensure easy availability of refills, making it easy for cleaning teams to refill quickly and efficiently, increasing their productivity.

A prime example of how Tork solutions promote a positive user experience is the innovative Tork Counter Mount soap system, designed to optimize cleaners’ time by making refilling easier. Equipped with a six-foot hose, it can be conveniently mounted in accessible areas. It is also easy to maintain thanks to its front-loading design and ergonomic refill bottle.

Integral to the package is Tork Vision Cleaning, a leading global data-driven cleaning solution. This technology uses real-time data from connected people counters and dispensers to eliminate uncertainty in cleaning operations. It provides facility managers and cleaning staff with accurate information on when and where dispensers need to be cleaned and refilled. This not only saves time, with reductions of up to 91% in dispenser checks, but also ensures consistent, high-quality cleaning, with dispensers stocked up to 99% of the time.

Additionally, the Tork Office Hygiene Package includes tools and support to help businesses improve workplace satisfaction. Introduces the Office Complaints Minimizer™, a unique, gamified digital challenge that allows facility managers to test their knowledge with industry data and learn about hygiene and cleaning solutions that reduce complaints and save time. With Tork, workplace wellness has never been so accessible and effective.

“Taking the pressure off for facility managers is important for us, we’re always looking at how our products and services deliver both a great user experience and drive more efficient cleaning. If restrooms are run efficiently, cleaning teams have more time to address urgent needs throughout the facility. This leads to a reduction in complaints related to cleaning. As our research proves, better cleaning quality builds better employee workplace satisfaction,” says Anna Königson Koopmans, Marketing Director Commercial for Essity’s professional hygiene business.