Harnessing HEWI: Your Facility’s Early Warning System for Seasonal Illnesses

Sep 03 2025

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Harnessing HEWI: Your Facility’s Early Warning System for Seasonal Illnesses

Seasonal illnesses like colds, flu, and other viral outbreaks often disrupt schools, workplaces, and healthcare facilities. While they can’t always be prevented, organizations can prepare. That’s where HEWI — the Hygiene Early Warning Index — comes in. At HelixEdge Solutions, we use HEWI to give our clients a critical advantage: foresight. By analyzing hygiene data and monitoring environmental factors, HEWI provides alerts when seasonal illnesses are likely to rise, empowering facilities to act early.

How HEWI Works

HEWI isn’t just a tool — it’s a proactive shield for your organization. By leveraging predictive analytics, HEWI identifies patterns that typically precede illness spikes. These insights are translated into real-time alerts, allowing facility managers to:

Stock up on essential cleaning supplies before demand surges.
Intensify sanitation protocols in high-traffic areas.
Schedule preventative maintenance and cleaning staff to ensure coverage.
Educate staff and occupants on best practices during high-risk periods.

This proactive approach ensures your facility is never caught off-guard by seasonal illness waves.

The HelixEdge Advantage

We pair Ameritech’s proven floor care formulas with state-of-the-art restoration equipment to deliver results that save you both time and labor.

Ameritech Floor Finishes – Engineered for high-traffic durability and long-lasting gloss.
Deep Cleaning Solutions – Effectively remove embedded dirt without damaging floors.
Floor Restoration Equipment – Autoscrubbers, burnishers, and pads designed for speed and consistency.
Expert Support – From walkthroughs to product training, we make sure you get the most from every application.

The Benefits of HEWI Alerts

Reduced Absenteeism: Early action minimizes illness spread, keeping students, staff, and patients healthier.
Operational Continuity: Schools, offices, and hospitals can function without costly interruptions.
Smarter Procurement: Facilities avoid last-minute supply shortages by ordering in advance.
Peace of Mind: Knowing your organization has a predictive tool provides confidence and security.

A Real-World Example

Consider a school district heading into flu season. With HEWI alerts, administrators receive early notice of increased risk. They boost cleaning schedules, ensure extra disinfectants and paper products are on hand, and remind teachers and students about hygiene practices. As flu season peaks, absentee rates remain significantly lower compared to previous years — proving the power of preparation.

Conclusion

HEWI transforms hygiene data into actionable foresight, helping organizations protect people, maintain operations, and plan smarter. As part of the Helix+ subscription service, HEWI ensures every facility has the tools to face seasonal illnesses head-on — with confidence, clarity, and preparation. 🎯 Don’t wait for illness to strike — stay ahead with HEWI. Request your demo today.

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