COVID-19 has dramatically transformed how society thinks and interacts. Extended lockdowns worldwide have resulted in working, studying, and shopping from home, becoming the new norm. Ultimately, pandemics and infectious diseases are cyclical and will continue to strike hardest in the heart of densely packed cities.
Hence, the smart cities and buildings of tomorrow must evolve rapidly and step up as a key contributor to pandemic management, public health, and safety. Here’s a diagram of what a typical day in a COVID-free smart building could look like.
GS Technologies Ltd (LON:GST), through its subsidiary, EMS Wiring Systems Pte. Ltd, provides services in the “Smart Building” sector. Smart Building is a diverse term that refers to the technological capabilities of buildings and other work place facilities.