GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Cleaning Industry Statistics

Upskilling boosts demand, retention, safety, customer satisfaction, and future growth.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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40% of cleaning workers feel their skills are outdated within two years without ongoing training

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65% of cleaning industry employees believe that technology training enhances their job performance

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58% of workers in the cleaning industry fear skill obsolescence due to rapid technological changes

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86% of employees expressed interest in learning new cleaning technologies if provided with adequate training

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43% of cleaning workers consider skill development opportunities as a factor in their decision to stay with an employer

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77% of cleaning companies believe that upskilling creates higher staff morale

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48% of cleaning personnel report feeling underprepared for advanced sanitation duties without additional training

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63% of industry professionals agree that upskilling leads to better customer satisfaction

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Companies that provide regular upskilling report 30% higher customer satisfaction scores

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Investment in upskilling correlates with a 25% increase in employee productivity in the cleaning sector

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Cleaning industry employers who offer reskilling programs report 15% higher revenue growth compared to those who do not

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The global cleaning industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2023 to 2028, increasing the need for skilled labor

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The use of augmented reality for training in the cleaning industry increased by 55% during 2022-2023

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Training program completion rates in the cleaning industry increased by 60% after the adoption of microlearning modules

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68% of cleaning companies reported increased demand for skilled workers after implementing upskilling programs

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45% of cleaning industry employees cited lack of training as a barrier to career advancement

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52% of cleaning firms that invested in reskilling reported improved employee retention rates

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78% of cleaning companies believe upskilling will be essential to meet future technological demands

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60% of cleaning businesses have implemented digital training modules in the past year

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75% of cleaning managers agree that upskilling is critical for competitiveness in the market

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Reskilling initiatives in the cleaning industry reduced employee turnover by 20% over 12 months

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55% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in employee training in 2024

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The average time to reskill a cleaning worker to handle advanced sanitization technology is 3 months

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70% of cleaning companies use online platforms for upskilling their workforce

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82% of cleaning companies see upskilling as a way to reduce operational costs long-term

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47% of cleaning workers have not received formal training in the last two years, highlighting a skills gap

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Digital upskilling in the cleaning industry surged by 70% during the COVID-19 pandemic

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62% of cleaning firms include sustainability and eco-friendly practices in their upskilling programs

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54% of cleaning industry SMEs plan to adopt AI-driven tools after workforce reskilling initiatives

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Investment in customized training programs increased employee engagement by 35% in the cleaning industry

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69% of cleaning companies reported improved safety compliance after implementing targeted upskilling programs

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80% of cleaning industry leaders acknowledge that continuous learning is vital to adapt to environmental regulations

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71% of cleaning firms see the integration of IoT devices as a key part of future staff upskilling efforts

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Reskilling in the cleaning industry leads to a 28% reduction in workplace accidents, according to recent studies

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Online training platforms for cleaning staff experienced a 150% increase in enrollments during 2020–2021

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66% of small cleaning businesses indicated they lack sufficient resources for employee upskilling

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74% of cleaning companies are planning to extend reskilling programs into new service areas post-pandemic

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81% of cleaning companies offer at least one form of formal training, but only 39% monitor training effectiveness regularly

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Key Highlights

68% of cleaning companies reported increased demand for skilled workers after implementing upskilling programs
45% of cleaning industry employees cited lack of training as a barrier to career advancement
52% of cleaning firms that invested in reskilling reported improved employee retention rates
78% of cleaning companies believe upskilling will be essential to meet future technological demands
The global cleaning industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2023 to 2028, increasing the need for skilled labor
60% of cleaning businesses have implemented digital training modules in the past year
40% of cleaning workers feel their skills are outdated within two years without ongoing training
Companies that provide regular upskilling report 30% higher customer satisfaction scores
75% of cleaning managers agree that upskilling is critical for competitiveness in the market
Reskilling initiatives in the cleaning industry reduced employee turnover by 20% over 12 months
55% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in employee training in 2024
65% of cleaning industry employees believe that technology training enhances their job performance
The average time to reskill a cleaning worker to handle advanced sanitization technology is 3 months

The cleaning industry is on the brink of a revolution, with over two-thirds of companies reporting that upskilling and reskilling initiatives are not only closing skills gaps but also fueling growth, improving employee retention, and preparing them for the technological demands of tomorrow.

Employee Perceptions and Skills Satisfaction

40% of cleaning workers feel their skills are outdated within two years without ongoing training
65% of cleaning industry employees believe that technology training enhances their job performance
58% of workers in the cleaning industry fear skill obsolescence due to rapid technological changes
86% of employees expressed interest in learning new cleaning technologies if provided with adequate training
43% of cleaning workers consider skill development opportunities as a factor in their decision to stay with an employer
77% of cleaning companies believe that upskilling creates higher staff morale
48% of cleaning personnel report feeling underprepared for advanced sanitation duties without additional training
63% of industry professionals agree that upskilling leads to better customer satisfaction

Employee Perceptions and Skills Satisfaction Interpretation

As cleaning industry professionals grapple with rapid technological shifts, ongoing upskilling and reskilling emerge not just as career essentials but as the very mop and bucket of sustaining quality, morale, and client satisfaction—proving that a well-trained cleaner is as vital as a spotless surface.

Impact of Upskilling on Business Performance

Companies that provide regular upskilling report 30% higher customer satisfaction scores
Investment in upskilling correlates with a 25% increase in employee productivity in the cleaning sector
Cleaning industry employers who offer reskilling programs report 15% higher revenue growth compared to those who do not

Impact of Upskilling on Business Performance Interpretation

Investing in upskilling and reskilling in the cleaning industry not only buff’s employee performance and customer satisfaction but also polishes a company's revenue shine, proving that a trained team truly cleans up in the market.

Industry Growth and Investment Trends

The global cleaning industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2023 to 2028, increasing the need for skilled labor

Industry Growth and Investment Trends Interpretation

As the global cleaning industry gears up for a 6.1% CAGR from 2023 to 2028, it’s clear that investing in upskilling and reskilling isn’t just a smart move—it's essential to ensure the workforce can keep pace with this sparkling growth.

Training Modalities and Technologies

The use of augmented reality for training in the cleaning industry increased by 55% during 2022-2023
Training program completion rates in the cleaning industry increased by 60% after the adoption of microlearning modules

Training Modalities and Technologies Interpretation

The cleaning industry’s rapid embrace of augmented reality and microlearning underscores a sweeping shift towards tech-savvy apprenticeship, proving that even mops and brushes are getting a digital upgrade.

Workforce Development and Upskilling Strategies

68% of cleaning companies reported increased demand for skilled workers after implementing upskilling programs
45% of cleaning industry employees cited lack of training as a barrier to career advancement
52% of cleaning firms that invested in reskilling reported improved employee retention rates
78% of cleaning companies believe upskilling will be essential to meet future technological demands
60% of cleaning businesses have implemented digital training modules in the past year
75% of cleaning managers agree that upskilling is critical for competitiveness in the market
Reskilling initiatives in the cleaning industry reduced employee turnover by 20% over 12 months
55% of cleaning companies plan to increase investment in employee training in 2024
The average time to reskill a cleaning worker to handle advanced sanitization technology is 3 months
70% of cleaning companies use online platforms for upskilling their workforce
82% of cleaning companies see upskilling as a way to reduce operational costs long-term
47% of cleaning workers have not received formal training in the last two years, highlighting a skills gap
Digital upskilling in the cleaning industry surged by 70% during the COVID-19 pandemic
62% of cleaning firms include sustainability and eco-friendly practices in their upskilling programs
54% of cleaning industry SMEs plan to adopt AI-driven tools after workforce reskilling initiatives
Investment in customized training programs increased employee engagement by 35% in the cleaning industry
69% of cleaning companies reported improved safety compliance after implementing targeted upskilling programs
80% of cleaning industry leaders acknowledge that continuous learning is vital to adapt to environmental regulations
71% of cleaning firms see the integration of IoT devices as a key part of future staff upskilling efforts
Reskilling in the cleaning industry leads to a 28% reduction in workplace accidents, according to recent studies
Online training platforms for cleaning staff experienced a 150% increase in enrollments during 2020–2021
66% of small cleaning businesses indicated they lack sufficient resources for employee upskilling
74% of cleaning companies are planning to extend reskilling programs into new service areas post-pandemic
81% of cleaning companies offer at least one form of formal training, but only 39% monitor training effectiveness regularly

Workforce Development and Upskilling Strategies Interpretation

As the cleaning industry rapidly upskills and reskills to meet technological and environmental demands—while battling a skills gap and resource constraints—it's clear that investing in employee development isn’t just about cleaning up the mess; it’s about sweeping away obstacles to innovation, safety, and competitiveness to shine brighter in the future.