Lighting Solutions
A Brighter Place To Be: Lighting Controls For Facilities
By Jon Theis, Director of TheisCraft
No matter the size or structure of an organisation, it is essential for systems and infrastructure to efficiently and seamlessly support core business functions. So, when working and living habits change, facilities managers must ensure buildings are adapted and maintained accordingly to optimise systems and improve employee and occupant experience.
Now that the UK has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, many businesses and educational, commercial and residential facilities are capitalising on the subsequent cost-savings, improved productivity and optimised processes that flexible working has produced.
But the logistics of monitoring the availability of space and navigating security, environmental and energy regulations whilst accommodating new ways of living and working has proved challenging.
Technology such as intelligent lighting control systems is
instrumental in making the ‘new normal’ a practical reality. Automated lighting products within buildings allow managers to customise space and create the most suitable environment possible — all whilst keeping costs down.
Now, three trends are emerging within the lighting control industry — flexibility, connectivity and sustainability. When implemented correctly, these trends will keep buildings in line with energy and environmental regulations and help facilities managers stay on top of the changing demands of their role.
Flexibility Wired In
Flexibility is at the centre of the post-pandemic world. As a result, facilities managers are turning to intelligent lighting control systems to customise an area to suit a business’ needs and optimise the use of space.
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For example, innovative coworking offices tend to have different areas for different purposes — from lounges for relaxation to computer stations and meeting rooms for sharing ideas. Scene-setting technology in lighting control systems can create the desired ambience for each area without needing multiple control points.
And it is not only office buildings that can benefit. Lighting
layouts in hotels — where every room or floor needs to create a different mood, look or feel — can be tailored and controlled from a centralised station with tablet or scene-plate control.
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