Corporate internet provider AccessKenya Group has launched a Fibre To The Premise (FTTP) targeting property developers and investors in the construction sector.
The FTTP Solution christened “Intelligent Properties” is aimed at supporting Building Management Systems (BMS) to enhance efficiency in the management of essential services in both residential and commercial buildings.
Addressing key stakeholders in the construction industry at Sankara Hotel, AccessKenya Group CEO Jonathan Somen said that the company is keen on exploiting the potential of Technology Aided Development (TAD) such as BMS, even as it diversifies its product portfolio.
“We believe that the potential of FTTP in the Building and Construction industry is enormous, drawing from the fast- changing needs and the subsequent developments in our respective living and working conditions,” said Mr. Somen whose company Aenjoys a 42% market share in the corporate internet connectivity.
According to Mr Somen, the concept will add sizeable value to the Building and Construction industry in Kenya and further enhance technology integration to complement the country’s effort in achieving Vision 2030.
The I.P based network, since it’s a high speed broadband, allows laying new services such as CCTV security cameras, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), data and T.V on one platform. The single fibre optic cable connecting the platform will also be able to manage different facilities in a building like splitting into CCTV, air conditioning and fire alarm, avoiding clutter caused by numerous cables in the same house.
Somen noted that as a market leader, the Group was committed to leading the way in bringing together industry players to create a platform upon which Kenya can realize the merits of technology in resource management.
He added the future of the country looks bright, for the fibre optic technology, if utilized well, could provide limitless technological opportunities.
“We have over 300Kms of fibre in Nairobi and Mombasa complemented by a robust wireless network to all major towns in Kenya. Our entire network which is I.P based can accommodate a wide range of technology applications,” he said.
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