FULL OVERVIEW
Healthy buildings can contribute to business resilience and workforce wellbeing. Leaders across all industries are now exploring the incremental and large gains that can be achieved through investing in the digital transformation of buildings. The benefits are far reaching, from cost savings, to business continuity and increased productivity.
As the world adjusts to the consequences of the pandemic, businesses will need to adapt to this new reality and prepare to deliver business continuity. At the heart of this will be the ability to run resilient buildings that can withstand future shocks, supporting business operations that are sustainable and optimised through remote operating systems.
Businesses and building owners will also need to “future proof” their buildings and leverage technology to run efficient and smart buildings through automation, data and resilient systems to maximise capex and opex. Solutions also extend to improving productivity and employee wellbeing, from monitoring air quality to social distancing.
The Financial Times is pleased to partner with Honeywell for the second in our "Building of the Future” digital series which will deliver the solutions needed to run healthier, resilient and more efficient buildings.
KEY TALKING POINTS
How can businesses use technology such as AI and the IoT to automate operations remotely and free up human resources?
What screening technology is available to monitor temperatures to protect the workforce?
How can businesses protect their data, processes and connections through cyber resilience?
How can businesses use space sensors/data to maximize their real estate and office space and reduce waste on lighting and heating?
What investments are needed in data centres and infrastructure to meet the demands of increased data usage?
How can buildings improve the wellbeing and productivity of occupants from measuring air flow to air quality?
What further discussion and clarity is needed so employers and building owners avoid legal pitfalls?
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