Smart buildings/smart facilities - Glossary

Smart buildings often synonymous with smart facilities represent the next frontier in how we interact with our built environments. Imagine a workspace that anticipates your needs automatically adjusts temperatures for comfort dims lights to conserve energy and even directs you to a free meeting room—all through intelligent systems interconnected with the Internet of Things (IoT). Acknowledging the growing importance of sustainability and efficiency smart buildings integrate automation AI and analytics to optimize resource use reduce the carbon footprint and enhance occupant experience. Take for instance The Edge in Amsterdam considered one of the smartest and greenest office spaces globally. This building employs a vast network of sensors and data analytics to manage energy use lighting and even desks—where the app-based desk allocation ensures minimal space wastage. Through these advancements smart facilities are not just spaces—they are adaptive ecosystems catering to an evolving workforce's dynamic needs.