50 I ICT TODAY
CASE STUDY: Fully Integrated Intelligent
Building Embraces PoE of Everything
By Bob Allan and Matt Scharkozy
According to a recent report by Precedence Research, the global intelligent building market is expected
to reach $127 billion (U.S.) by 2027.
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With a 2019 survey by Axonize indicating that 63 percent of senior-level
executives across an array of industries have plans in place to implement intelligent building projects, it is clear
that intelligent buildings are rapidly becoming the gold standard in commercial enterprise construction.
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The intelligent building concept is being embraced by commercial developers that own, operate, and
finance income-producing properties. Many of these companies are beginning to understand the advantages
of integrating low-voltage building applications to deliver sustainability, operational efficiency, and enhanced
occupant experiences that enrich their portfolios and ultimately drive higher property values and
occupancy rates.
