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Water management as a service can sound simple. Connect some smart controllers and collect a fee, but each controller creates additional data, more responsibility and higher client expectations. “The biggest mistake is treating it as a product to sell rather than a service to deliver,” says Justin White, CEO of K&D Landscaping, Inc., based in […]
You’ve probably heard the term ‘EBITDA’ tossed around in conversations about buying or selling landscape companies. If you’re not planning on selling, you may wave EBITDA off as something you don’t need to worry about. However, it is a useful tool for running your business, regardless of your plans for the future. What Is EBITDA […]
It’s the age-old question you get from customers: ‘Why won’t my grass grow beneath my tree?’ As a landscape professional, you understand that mature trees will compete aggressively with turfgrass for moisture and nutrients, which is why lawns under trees often appear thin and patchy. However, clients may not be aware of how at odds […]
Sponsored Content by Kress Kress Commercial is expanding its autonomous mowing lineup with the new Kress KR804 Voyager 60”, a fully autonomous ZTR designed to help professional landscapers increase productivity, optimize labor, and profitably scale their operations. Building on the capabilities of the KR800 Voyager 40” introduced last year, the new Voyager 60” adds a […]
Great employee performance can show up in many ways, from exceeding production goals to displaying true teamwork and consistency. Choosing to recognize these team members for making a positive impact not only shows your appreciation, but it can also boost employee morale and retention. The key to effectively rewarding your staff members isn’t selecting […]
Commercial landscape companies are cautiously optimistic about 2027, with 45% expecting next year to be better than 2026. Meanwhile, 37% anticipate things to stay the same, according to Aspire Software’s 2027 State of Commercial Landscaping Report. In this report, more than 1,000 commercial landscape business leaders shared their outlook for the future and what they’re […]
If you are selling irrigation systems as a product instead of a service, you are missing out on the chance to offer a water management program where you can serve your clients better, reduce water waste and better protect the landscapes you are responsible for. “While there is certainly financial value in a well-run monitoring […]
Meteorological winter isn’t until Dec. 1, but if you’re in the snow business, chances are you’re already eyeing the forecast for the upcoming winter months. According to AccuWeather, the 2026-27 winter will be greatly influenced by a potentially record-shattering El Niño. Why El Niño Is Shaping Up to Break Records El Niño is a climate […]
It’s easy to see HR as just another overhead expense, and if your landscape company has made it this far without an HR employee, surely it can’t be that important. However, without someone responsible for managing the people side of your business, you can set yourself up for a number of nightmares. Legal Nightmares Lurking […]
How often do you attend a high-level strategy session on AI and end up leaving more confused than when you started? Michael Bellows, co-founder and CEO of GoMaterials, will cover practical steps you can take home Monday morning during his session, “Tech That Works for You and Your People: A Practical Playbook for AI, Automation […]
