NTT DATA and The GEAR by Kajima have launched a pioneering smart-building initiative in Singapore, transforming Kajima’s regional headquarters and R&D hub into a cutting-edge smart ecosystem. This collaboration integrates over 10 technologies, utilising more than 8,700 data points to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and cybersecurity.
The initiative is part of Singapore’s broader push towards smart infrastructure, exemplified by the Punggol Digital District, which has helped the city-state secure the 5th position in the IMD Smart Cities Index 2024. NTT DATA’s role in this project includes providing network infrastructure and IoT platforms, which streamline data flows and automate operations, making The GEAR building a responsive and efficient smart environment.
The GEAR by Kajima has successfully integrated disparate systems to convert raw data into actionable insights, aligning with business key performance indicators (KPIs). This integration has resulted in enhanced operational efficiency, with over 2,000 sensors optimising inventory, procurement, and service delivery. Additionally, remote monitoring and personalised controls have improved occupant comfort and productivity, whilst energy management systems have driven cost savings.
The smart systems at The GEAR building support its BCA Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy certification by optimising energy consumption and enabling data-driven sustainability practices. Furthermore, NTT DATA has embedded cybersecurity measures across all systems to protect the smart building ecosystem.
Png Kim-Meng, CEO of NTT DATA Singapore, stated, “This collaboration shows NTT DATA’s commitment to delivering infrastructure that drives innovation.” Luke Wu, Managing Director of The GEAR by Kajima, added, “Our partnership with NTT DATA has been instrumental in transforming The GEAR building into a living lab where smart systems, sustainability, and digital infrastructure converge.”
This initiative not only sets a benchmark for sustainable design but also provides a scalable model for future smart districts and urban environments in Singapore and beyond.
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