SECURITY
ACHIEVING EXCELLENCEWITH IoT
Ric Martin, CEO of Pinnacle Systems, explores the opportunities for utilising IoT in facility management and how it can streamline operations along multiple fronts, helping to meet growing demands to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is most recognisable in consumer smart home devices, but it is quickly becoming adopted across business practices, enabling FMs to optimise time, resource and security measures.
The latest Facilities Management Market 2024, Industry Analysis, Growth, Trends and Forecast to 2032, opens with the suggestion: “In the complex landscape of modern business operations, effective facility management plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth organisational functioning.”
It goes as far as to suggest that following the impact of Covid-19, “facility management emerged as a cornerstone in navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic, contributing to the resilience of businesses worldwide.”
The report looks at the factors driving market growth, with a key influence being technological advancements. As it highlights: “The growing demand for connectivity technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), cloud- based services, and the Internet of Things (IoT), is a significant driver of market growth.
“These technologies enable enhanced facility monitoring, predictive maintenance, and energy management, thereby optimising operational efficiency.”
Efficiency is the basis of effective facilities management. By embracing IoT technology, FMs can unlock several efficiency gains across various operational fronts.
From automating routine tasks to providing real-time data insights, IoT-enabled solutions revolutionise the way facilities are managed.
Automatic adjustments facilitated by IoT controllers optimise energy usage, leading to substantial cost savings and environmental benefits. IoT-driven real-time alerts
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