Session Overview
Operating Connected Intelligent Buildings
Track: Planning & Procuring Connected Buildings
Wednesday May/23/2007
17:00 - 18:15
Buildings have evolved from a box to house people and equipment, to an integral part of the owner’s business, with building systems intricately integrated with today’s enterprise systems and business services. Operating such a facility requires a different set of objectives as well as different processes, services and tools.
This session will uncover the new perspectives, how technology can significantly change and improve owners’ benefits and how occupants can significantly benefit from a better experience thus improving their productivity, to the betterment of the building owner’s business.
The session will specifically delve into new services that can be deployed with tools and technologies available today, services that will not only cut costs, but also improve the value of facilities through innovative approaches.
Magnus J. Friberg
Chief Operating Officer
MobileAccess Networks
Panelist
Whether it’s retrofit or new construction, wireless connectivity is a ‘must-have’ tenant amenity in today’s modern buildings. Akridge and MobileAccess Networks present a compelling case study outlining critical lessons learned from the in-building wireless deployment at the Homer Building - a nearly one half million square foot architectural landmark in Washington, D.C.’s commercial center.
The Homer Building case study will detail the start-to-finish process of selecting and planning for a reliable in-building wireless network that overcomes structural barriers throughout building floors, underground garages, elevators and offices. The session will focus on the benefits of a universal network architecture that simultaneously supports any current and future combination of wireless services (two-way radio, building automation, WLAN, and emergency communications) over a single infrastructure. Panelists will discuss wireless connectivity’s positive impact on tenant productivity, life safety and security features within buildings, insurance and tax liabilities, lease renewal rates, tenant satisfaction and the building owner’s ROI.
