Live the dream. Smarter systems. Bigger impact.​

Why performance and building intelligence matter more than ever

Across industries, the spaces we occupy are evolving – not just in how they are used, but in how they are designed, constructed and maintained. With operational energy use in buildings accounting for around 30% of global final energy consumption¹, there is a growing need to optimise performance across the entire building lifecycle. From early planning and construction to daily operations and long-term optimisation, each phase presents opportunities to reduce energy use, enhance occupant wellbeing and deliver measurable returns. Johnson Controls provides the technologies that support every stage of this journey, helping organisations create environments that are more responsive, efficient and aligned to their purpose.

Responsiveness starts with design

The design phase of a building’s lifecycle sets the foundation for everything that follows. Decisions made at this stage influence how effectively a space can operate, adapt and scale over time. Yet according to industry research, up to 95% of data generated during construction is lost before operations begin², leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. That is why integrating intelligent controls early in the process is essential – to create environments that can respond dynamically to the people and processes within them.

Imagine a building that understands its occupants and responds in real time. Whether it is a hospital adjusting airflow based on patient occupancy or a university optimising lighting and temperature across lecture halls, intelligent controls make environments more efficient, comfortable and aligned to their mission. That begins with seamless operations powered by Metasys, the world’s leading building automation platform.

Metasys 15.0: smarter control, greater resilience

Metasys is our proven building automation system, delivering industry-leading capabilities with tangible benefits that help optimise daily operations, including energy use. It supports increased productivity, simplifies compliance and reduces operational costs. The latest version, Metasys 15.0, introduces a more intuitive interface with advanced analytics, including a new Energy Dashboard Reporting (EDR) tool. It also offers the fastest configuration time in the industry, market-leading scalability to 1,000 IP devices and 50,000 objects, and 24/7 data resiliency. These features empower facility managers to safeguard operations in critical environments such as hospitals, life sciences labs and data centres, where uptime and compliance are essential.

Thermal management that delivers comfort and efficiency

HVAC systems play a vital role in shaping the comfort, health and energy footprint of every environment. In commercial buildings, HVAC can account for 30% to 40% of total energy use, making it one of the largest contributors to operational costs and carbon emissions. As energy prices fluctuate and sustainability targets become more ambitious, many organisations are rethinking how they manage indoor climate systems. It is no longer just about comfort – it is about resilience, efficiency and long-term value.

Johnson Controls brings deep expertise to this challenge. With the world’s largest portfolio of HVAC equipment and controls, we design chillers that perform reliably in the harshest conditions and heat pumps that efficiently deliver both hot and chilled water. Our focus is on engineering smarter, more compact systems that deliver high efficiency without compromising uptime. Whether you are planning a new build or upgrading an existing facility, our solutions are tailored to meet a wide range of comfort and process cooling needs.

Make smarter decisions with data-driven insights

Foresight is essential. Operational environments generate vast amounts of data – from occupancy patterns and energy usage to maintenance records and equipment performance. But without a unified approach, much of this data remains siloed or underutilised. The challenge is not just collecting data, but transforming it into actionable insights that drive better decisions.

OpenBlue is our smart building ecosystem that combines a secure, scalable open data platform with AI-powered applications to deliver measurable value across the building lifecycle. A recent study by Forrester Consulting, commissioned by Johnson Controls, found that a composite organisation using OpenBlue achieved:

• Up to 155% return on investment over three years
• Up to 10% annual energy savings
• 67% reduction in chiller maintenance costs
• 7% rental premiums due to improved building performance and certifications
• An 8-month payback period based on total costs and net benefits

Where smart systems bring visions to life

Facility Manager Clarke had a vision – to create a smarter, more responsive environment that could deliver real impact. With Johnson Controls’ integrated technologies working in harmony, that vision became reality. From intelligent controls and advanced HVAC to data-powered insights through OpenBlue, Clarke’s facility did not just perform – it transformed. See how connected systems can drive measurable value, resilience and mission alignment across every phase of the building lifecycle.

References

1. IEA. Buildings. 2025
2. IFMA. Optimising Building Management with a Lifecycle Approach. 2024