Low-voltage infrastructure important for healthcare facilities

A seamless activation of information communication technology systems is possible, but requires planning, collaboration and expertise


A seamless activation of information communication technology (ICT) systems is possible for healthcare facilities, but requires planning, collaboration and expertise, according to an article on the FacilityCare website.

ICT systems should be carefully integrated from initial design through construction, commissioning and activation to control project costs and scheduling challenges. 

Low-voltage systems should be integrated from initial design through construction to avoid an increase in project costs and scheduling challenges during installation, commissioning and turnover. 

Early emphasis will help reduce downstream issues and increased expenses, the article said.

Read the article.

 



March 2, 2016


Topic Area: Information Technology


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