Speaker: Dr. Joelle Olson, Director RD&E NA, Ecolab
Share an overview of your featured product and how it helps foodservice professionals improve efficiency.
Dr. Joelle Olson: Hi, I'm Doctor Joel Olson, RDNE director for North America with Ecolab Pest Elimination. I'm excited to walk through the features of pest intelligence powered by Ecolab 3D and what it has to offer. It's a connected pest management approach that helps operators spot risk sooner and respond faster. Pest intelligence combines proven pest scientists with connected monitoring and data analytics so we can move from reactive pest control to proactive prevention. The foundation is always on monitoring. Connected equipment provides continuous visibility into pest activity inside and outside the facility, giving Ecolab's expert service specialists the insight they need to take focused, proactive measures. Real-time data and analytics pinpoint hotspots, speed up root cause analysis, and make service more targeted and efficient. For example, with a large food service operator, pest intelligence helps shift operations from reacting to pest issues to identifying risk before problems even surfaced. Data revealed patterns tied to everyday activity like doors being propped open during deliveries or waste containers moving between the kitchen and the dumpster areas by pinpointing where and when risk increased service could be focused in the right areas, helping reduce unexpected disruptions and keep our operations running smoothly. The data supports a stronger partnership. Operators get clear visibility and accountability, helping reduce surprises, minimize disruptions, and improve overall operational efficiency and meaningful cost savings.
Share more about your product demo at the Show. What innovative features can attendees expect to see?
Dr. Joelle Olson: At the Ecolab booth, you can walk through an immersive classic versus connected experience and see how pest intelligence elevates pest management from reactive to proactive. Through a guided walkthrough, you'll see the scenario play out and show how connected equipment delivers 24/7, 365 visibility into pest activity inside and outside the facility. You'll be able to see how our experts identify risk earlier and focus service where it matters most. The experience also highlights secure closed loop gateways that don't rely on customer networks, along with built-in system monitoring to ensure everything is working as intended. We'll also walk you through how customers can access pest intelligence through Ecolab 3D, where insights come together in one place to support faster, more confident decisions with clear visibility into performance and risk. Come stop by the Ecolab booth at the show, and we'd love to give you the experience.
Who are you hoping to connect with at the 2026 Show?
Dr. Joelle Olson: Our team is excited to connect with food service operators who are focused on keeping their kitchens running smoothly and staying ahead of pest risk. We're looking to partner with those who want more confidence, fewer surprises, and a proactive approach to protecting their operations. We're proud that pest intelligence has been recognized with the 2026 Kitchen Innovations Award and look forward to meeting you at this year's National Restaurant Association show. Thank you.
