Chicago, IL
Location
Retrofit
Project Type
6 months
Timeline
1.2M sq ft
Project Size
Project Overview
A Fortune 500 company’s 32-story headquarters building required a complete modernization of its access control and building automation systems. The existing infrastructure was outdated, creating security vulnerabilities and operational inefficiencies. The company needed a solution that would enhance security, improve energy efficiency, and provide detailed analytics for better facility management.
The Challenge
The retrofit had to be completed while maintaining full building operations and minimal disruption to over 3,000 employees. The existing system integration was complex, with multiple legacy systems that needed to be replaced or integrated. Security requirements were stringent, requiring multi-factor authentication, visitor management, and comprehensive audit trails. The client also demanded significant energy savings and improved space utilization analytics.
Our Solution
SBH executed a phased retrofit approach, implementing enterprise-grade access control systems with biometric authentication, comprehensive IoT sensor networks for environmental monitoring, intelligent HVAC controls, advanced visitor management systems, and a centralized building management platform. The solution included mobile credentials for employees, automated space optimization, and real-time security monitoring with AI-powered analytics.
Results & Impact
87%
Security Incidents
Reduction in unauthorized access attempts
31%
Energy Efficiency
Decrease in overall building energy consumption
$2.1M
Operational Costs
Annual savings in facility management costs
Technologies Implemented
Biometric Access Control
IoT Environmental Sensors
Intelligent HVAC Systems
Visitor Management Platform
Mobile Credential Technology
AI-Powered Analytics
Space Optimization Software
Real-time Monitoring Dashboard
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The transformation has been remarkable. Not only have we significantly improved our security posture, but the energy savings and operational insights have exceeded our expectations. SBH delivered on every promise.
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Michael Chen
Chief Security Officer, GlobalTech Industries
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