In this month's Tech Bulletin, we look at how smart lighting control is becoming more visual, data-driven and easier to manage across the life of a building.
From Plan View and building analytics to our Chief Post Office case study and the launch of Intelligent Insights, we learn how zencontrol systems can support better visibility, smarter maintenance and stronger long-term performance.
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Plan View
Turning Lighting Control Into a Live Building Interface
In complex buildings, the challenge is rarely a lack of information.
Most facility managers, consultants, contractors and building owners already have access to drawings, equipment schedules, device lists, test reports, maintenance logs and system data. The real challenge is bringing that information together in a way that is clear, accessible and useful when decisions need to be made.
That is where Plan View within the zencontrol platform becomes so valuable.
Your lighting control system may be more powerful than you think.
Beyond controlling lights, a zencontrol system can collect and analyse real-time building data – helping you track energy use, identify problem areas, monitor capacity, validate savings and make better long-term decisions for your building.
In this article, we unpack the "super power" of lighting controls and how building analytics can turn everyday lighting infrastructure into a smarter building management tool.
The Chief Post Office (CPO) Building, a heritage-listed landmark at the bottom of Queen Street and the iconic entry point to Britomart Train Station, underwent a significant redevelopment to enhance its commercial office spaces.
Intelligent Environments was engaged to deliver a state-of-the-art lighting control solution that would respect the building’s architectural character while providing modern functionality and efficiency.
Smarter support for the life of your lighting control systems
Handover should not be the end of your lighting control system’s support.
Intelligent Insights helps keep your zencontrol system maintained, updated and performing as intended – with support for reporting, issue visibility, firmware updates, optimisation, training and remote maintenance.
Every new client receives the first six months free, with ongoing plans from $75 per month.
Talk to Intelligent Environments about the right support plan for your site.
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