IBM and Forum co-sponsor Johnson Controls partner on smarter buildings

Two of the biggest players in the emerging smart building industry have joined forces. IBM and Johnson Controls announced Monday the launch of a joint initiative called Smart Building Solution — combining the business analytics and enterprise software of Big Blue with the building technology and energy efficiency solutions of Johnson Controls – that the companies said will improve operations, lower costs and reduce energy and water use in buildings.

The initiative will be co-marketed by the companies and target government and education buildings, large commercial real estate owners and industrial facilities.

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