Articles by Dan Crew
Corteva Agriscience sells ActiveSense to a new owner
Corteva Agriscience has sold the ActiveSense electronic remote monitoring system to a new owner. When asked by Pest Management Professional (PMP) for further information, representatives from the Indianapolis, Ind.-based manufacturer confirmed the sale and noted the following: “In line with our strategy to focus and simplify operations, we’ve decided to sell the ActiveSense electronic remote monitoring system to a new owner, effective December 15, 2023.
AI offers promising possibilities for pest control businesses
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a big trend that is coming regardless of whether we are ready. Companies are already using this technology to do things like answer the phone, sell services over the phone, and even route field staff. The only thing I have not seen it be able to do is to make the morning coffee, but I am quite sure that is coming as well.
Bell Sensing Technologies: T-REX iQ Rat Snap Traps
Pest management professionals (PMPs) know that rats travel in hard-to-reach areas. T-REX iQ rat snap traps utilize technology to make trapping easier at any account by checking traps without needing to access them. As with the entire line of Bell’s durable iQ traps, the bases and tops of the T-REX iQ rat snap traps are made out of a strong polycarbonate material that holds up to active environments and won’t rust. Extensive field and laboratory testing ensure performance and reliability.
Set measurable goals for a fantastic new year
Are you tired of repeating the same year over and over? Do you want to grow your business, but you’re unsure how? It all starts with a plan. As Benjamin Franklin said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” In my November column (p. 72), I discussed using a “Vivid Vision,” which is a definition of what your company will look like in three years. This month, let’s turn your Vivid Vision into an actionable plan.
9 levers to control labor costs
These tips can help you reduce employee turnover and create a more positive and productive work environment: 1. Hire the right people. One of the most important ways you can control labor costs is to reduce employee turnover. Optimize your hiring process by ensuring it is efficient and effective. Make sure you hire people who are a good fit for not only the position, but your company culture. They should be passionate about their work. 2. Review your job descriptions. Are they accurate and up to date?
4 tips to mitigate rodent infestation
Each year, rodents cause millions of dollars’ worth of damage in the United States alone. The following tips can help mitigate rodent infestation. Know your rodent. To focus on using the correct approach, be sure to identify the rodent species with which you are dealing. Rodents differ in behavior, especially when introduced to new objects such as traps. A species-specific technique will help save you time and money. Be proactive. Consider action items that will help prevent rodents.
Where to place glue boards
As professionals, we must always be able to answer the question: Why did we place that piece of equipment where we did? It is important that PMPs do not fall into the “trap” of placing glue boards — or any other piece of equipment, for that matter — based on a formula or recommendations centered solely on square footage. It is critical to remember that each situation needs to be evaluated individually.
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