Advertising Feature
New Research Reveals Operational Downtime Poses A Substantial Risk To Businesses That Ignore Their Drainage System
Recent research has brought to light a substantial threat to businesses that overlook the maintenance of their drainage systems. Many businesses prioritise renovating their offices over maintaining their drains inadvertently putting themselves at risk of disruptions due to operational downtime—an issue that many consider to be their foremost challenge presently.
A survey conducted by Metro Rod delved into the challenges encountered by businesses, and operational downtime emerged as a critical concern, ranking closely behind material shortages. Staff skill shortages, energy price hikes, and rising costs were also significant concerns. When asked, a considerable proportion of respondents reported focusing on maintenance activities unrelated to drainage in the past year, such as enhancing lighting, improving offices, making spaces more accessible, and replacing windows and doors. Astonishingly, less than 25% invested in a drainage or asset map, even though nearly one-third reported experiencing drain blockages in the past year, with a similar percentage incurring drain maintenance costs.
The survey shed light on the benefits of having a drainage plan in place, including planned maintenance, the absence of foul odours, minimal operational downtime, and an improved environmental footprint. However, only 38% of respondents had a pre-planned drain maintenance (PPM) plan, leaving a significant number of businesses unaware of their underground drainage system’s condition.
Additionally, many disclosed that they only engage drainage maintenance companies in emergencies or when they detect an issue—a moment that could potentially force them to temporarily close their site.
Operational downtime can lead to financial losses, negative reviews, and harm a brand’s reputation. Given the significant impact of drainage on business operations, the question arises: why do so many businesses lack a proactive plan to ensure their drains function smoothly?
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