The Perfect Technology Storm
Today’s building owners and managers have an increasing responsibility to address energy efficiency within their organizations.
Energy costs continue to rise at a rate unimaginable just a few years ago. According to a survey conducted by the International Facility Management Association, utility costs have increased 19 percent since 2006.¹
At the same time, companies face growing, external pressures to set high standards of environmental and social performance. These three responsibilities – fiscal, environmental and social – are often called the “triple bottom line” of sustainability. And while many organizations struggle to define what that “sustainability mandate” means to them, the journey often begins with coordinated, energy-efficient facility design and management strategies.
Fortunately, in recent years, the technology, standards and expertise required to maximize facility efficiency have matured. Previously distinct systems within buildings are converging on standard platforms, applications and infrastructures. And the synergy created by that convergence is translating into lower construction costs along with increased efficiencies in operations and energy usage.
It is a rare, compelling set of circumstances. Advancements in the development of technology, standardization and expertise are combining to unleash opportunities like never before for Facility and IT Managers to improve building and business performance. It is The Perfect Technology Storm.
