Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

The air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants.

Internet of Things (IoT)

The interconnection via the Internet of computing devices embedded in everyday objects, enabling them to send and receive data.

Intrusion Detection System

A device or software application that monitors a network or systems for malicious activity or policy violations.

IWMS

Integrated Workplace Management System

Kaizen

A Japanese philosophy and approach to continuous improvement, focused on small, incremental changes that add up to significant gains over time.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are measurable values that demonstrate how effectively an organization is achieving its strategic objectives. KPIs can be financial (e.g., revenue growth, profitability) or non-financial (e.g., customer satisfaction, employee...

Lean

A management approach that focuses on maximizing customer value while minimizing waste, through the continuous improvement of processes and the elimination of non-value-added activities.

LEED Certification

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, a widely used green building rating system.

Life Cycle Cost Analysis

A method for assessing the total cost of facility ownership, taking into account all costs of acquiring, owning, and disposing of a building or system.