The commercial real estate industry needs to not only recover quickly from the pandemic, but also have a calculated plan to ensure the safety and efficiency of employees. Even so, employees will only be willing to return to the workplace if they are confident in the health, sanitation and distancing measures being taken.
One of the best methods in creating an environment that is safe is to invest into smart technology, such as new heating and lighting systems, that responds to the number of occupants in the building and provides data to help make improvements.
Installing “healthy by design” into a building can make tracking the health of individual workers much easier as well. Using sensors for air quality and temperature can help keep the environment comfortable for everyone, while ensuring they are provided the healthiest atmosphere possible. This can provide deeper insight into how the building is being managed, how often equipment is being utilized and making changes where necessary.
Using automated technology can aid in keeping up with this data collection. For instance, artificial intelligence can learn the ins and outs of a building’s HVAC system and learn how it runs in a way that is efficient and supports optimal air quality.
If buildings are equipped with the tools and resources needed to nurture a healthy and flexible environment, people can have peace of mind that they are safe and protected at work.
