1、2023TRENDSREPORT CONTENTS2023 TRENDS REPORT03FOREWORDAn introduction from PaulSweeney,Event Director,TheCleaning Show04RECRUITMENT&THERESOURCE CHALLENGE08UPSKILLING THEINDUSTRY10TECHNOLOGY:ASUPPORTIVE ROLE14FOSTERINGSUSTAINBILITY17A PERCEPTIONPROBLEM19SUMMARYOver the past three years,the cleaning se

2、ctor has witnessed meaningfulchange.It was thrown into the spotlight during the pandemic,proudlyand professionally taking a frontline position as it played a critical role incleaning and sanitation practices.This not only served to demonstrate theimportance of the cleaning and hygiene industry but i

3、ts frontline role insafeguarding and protecting the public.During this time,consumers andbusiness owners also developed a growing appreciation for its part inkeeping people and places safe.Today,while the pandemic has largely taken a backseat,new challengesare presenting themselves to business owner

4、s as well as the cleaning andhygiene operatives working in the sector.The emergence of thetwindemic which refers to a growing flu epidemic coupled with newwaves of COVID-19 variants,demonstrates the continued importance ofenhanced cleaning regimes.However,the transition into the rhythm ofthe new nor

5、mal comes with wider business difficulties,from risingenergy prices to supply chain disruptions and a cost-of-living crisis.The Cleaning Show 2023 Trends Report is the result of insights fromleading experts at the forefront of the industry.Their insights andpredictions are supported by the trends du

6、e to be represented at thisyears The Cleaning Show,which returns to London from 14-16 March2023.We believe it is these trends that will impact the industry now,next and inthe future.While there may be uncertainty currently impacting businessowner decisions,we are excited to explore how the current c