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Building management systems help operators control, monitor and optimize the various functions within a data center. By proactively managing these functions and resources, data centers can perform at levels that save the most money, maximize productivity and enhance security. Complete integration enables a central console to monitor multiple controls and systems. For more information about Building Management Systems, visit http://dpair.com/building-management/ today.
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Building Management Systems: How to Optimize Data Center Resources
Building Management Systems • Facilitate energy conservation and cost reduction • Controls, monitor and optimize various functions within data center • Cost control key motivator • Reducing security risks equally important
Building Management Systems Integrating Building Management Systems • Eliminates need for multiple vendors and equipment • Reduced costs • Simplified management • Reduced training requirements • Optimized operational functions
Building Management Systems • Key areas for integrating BMS include: • Power Management and Monitoring – manages power efficiently by reducing power management systems and improving operating performance • Security – reduces the risk of security breaches • Examples of building security: CCTV, DVR, building and door access control systems and lighting controls
Building Management Systems Hiring a Consultant for Building Management Systems • Professionally trained specialist can help leverage opportunities in facility management and deliver comprehensive integrated solution • Uses team approach by collaboration • Look for expertise and experience, consultant’s should take “best of breed” approach
Building Management Systems About the Author Arnie W. Evdokimo is chief executive officer of DP Air Corporation, a leading provider of data center design, build and maintenance services based in Phoenix. For more information about Building Management Systems, visit http://dpair.com/building-management/ today.