There is no single standard definition available to describe a smart building or structure in the construction and infrastructure industry.
Though this definition encompasses various factors it is not restricted within these parameters. That apart, business benefits like optimized operations, better management, reduced operational costs, and less effort can accrue. The key focus is on reduction in the use of non-renewable sources of energy and relying more on renewable sources of energy thereby reducing the impact on the environment. A smart building is defined as any structure or facility that uses automated processes to control the building’s operations.
