March 30, 2020

COVID-19: Resources & industry updates for US field service businesses

Business Advice | 4 minute read

As COVID-19 continues to impact businesses in the United States, it is natural for some to feel like they are alone in the midst of this crisis. However, this sentiment couldn't be farther from the truth.

To help you find support, we've put together this comprehensive breakdown of the resources from simPRO's partners and industry associations.

On these websites, you can find support, important information, strategies for managing change, advice for handling tough conversations and more.

To easily locate your industry, simply select from the options below:

Resources for electrical businesses

Resources for HVAC&R businesses

Resources for electronic security businesses

Resources for plumbing businesses

Resources for fire protection businesses

Resources for audiovisual businesses

Resources for all businesses

Resources for electrical businesses

Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC)

IEC is the leading educator for merit shop electrical and systems contractors. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)

NECA is the voice of the $171 billion electrical construction industry that brings power, light and communication technology to buildings and communities across the U.S. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Resource list: NECA Coronavirus Resource Center

Resources for HVAC&R businesses

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

ASHRAE is a diverse organization dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)

ACCA is a non-profit association which works to promote professional contracting, energy efficiency, and healthy, comfortable indoor environments. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)

PHCC provides legislative advocacy, education and training to approximately 3,300 plumbing and HVACR open shop and union businesses and 65,000 technicians. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Resources for electronic security businesses

Electronic Security Association (ESA)

ESA is the largest trade association in the United States representing the electronic security and life safety industry. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Security Industry Association (SIA)

SIA is the leading trade association for global security solution providers, with over 1,000 innovative member companies representing thousands of security leaders and experts. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Resources for plumbing businesses

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)

Resources for fire protection businesses

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

NFPA is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Resources for audiovisual businesses

Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA)

AVIXA helps drive the market for audiovisual solutions and is the community for creative professionals who use technology to create integrated experiences. They have provided the following coronavirus resources:

Resources for all businesses

The following resource list is a complication of news and insights to aid field service businesses in successfully managing operations and weathering the COVID-19 storm.

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