Use case – smart IoT-connected restrooms
Auto-flush toilets, touch-free paper towel dispensers, and auto-on-off water faucet restroom solutions have been in place for years. The pandemic has greatly increased hygiene expectations and the proliferation of IoT devices has increased the range of touchless devices and smart data-driven solutions available. On average, individuals will visit the restroom three to four times per day, touching many of the commonly used surfaces, greatly increasing the chances of virus transmission.
According to a recent Kimberly-Clark Professional survey, 80% of workers feel that the restroom is one of the most important areas requiring better hygiene levels. Mark Caskey, CEO of JLL’s EMEA Corporate Solutions business, stated, “Employee health and workplace hygiene are, without a doubt, the top considerations for companies re-entering the workplace,” and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated, “hand...
