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lamps from the market, often forcing the hand of businesses to modernise. The lighting as a service model replaces outdated lighting in a considered and planned fashion, with skilled staff disassembling and disposing of the old luminaires and lamps. The Internet of Things is also emerging


whereby lighting systems are the vehicle through which security solutions are implemented or data is gathered – intelligent systems that can be seamlessly integrated as needs dictate.


Time to switch


Changing any purchasing and business model will always require careful assessment, and moving to lighting as a service will be a step change for many. However, with the growth of the circular economy, businesses are looking seriously at any solution that cuts wastage, improves performance and moves the company in a more environmentally conscious direction. Taking the decision now can lead to


immediate savings and a model that normally pays for itself from day one. As technological advances continue apace, more businesses and professionals will recognise the advantages of the ‘as a service’ approach to lighting. Driven by circular economy thinking, a tailored, optimised lighting system can have a significant impact – on employee performance, on environmental impact and on the bottom line.


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