Facility Management

Cabling infrastructure supports sustainability

A well-planned and -designed infrastructure includes energy management, is aesthetically pleasing and contributes to efficient construction


A well-planned and -designed infrastructure includes energy management, is aesthetically pleasing and contributes to efficient construction, according to an article on the Facility Management website.

Today’s healthcare facilities have fewer visible wires and cables. Systems that incorporate wires and cables into furniture, provide connections in open spaces or otherwise minimize their aesthetic impact help improve visual appeal, the article said.

The electrical and data infrastructure can also help nurses deliver better care. Enhanced communications, better lighting and easy access to electronic patient information all play a role in more productive nurse stations, according to the article.

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June 2, 2014


Topic Area: Information Technology


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