Clean Middle East Soft FM Power List 2025 (July 9, 2025)

Ashok Kumar is an experienced facilities management professional with 17 years of expertise in driving improvements in service quality, innovation and team performance. His career has been defined by a strong commitment to raising operational standards and supporting the delivery of impactful, sustainable solutions in soft FM.

Ashok has played a key role in the rollout of structured BICSc training for technical supervisors and contract managers, helping ensure consistency from mobilisation through to daily operations. His ongoing focus on workforce development has contributed to a culture of service excellence and professionalism.

He has supported the adoption of sustainable practices, including the use of green cleaning chemicals and chemical-free methods such as steam and pure water systems. These efforts align with the UAE’s Green Agenda 2030 and continue to enhance operational efficiency.

Ashok has also been involved in implementing autonomous cleaning technologies in high-footfall areas and deploying digital workforce management systems that improve transparency, responsiveness and service quality. He has contributed to initiatives such as internal mystery shopper evaluations, designed to maintain high performance standards.

What advice would you like to give to budding soft FM professionals?

To aspiring soft FM professionals, Ashok recommends staying current with technology trends, using data to drive improvement and embracing collaboration as a foundation for success.