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Smart Water Management

How Do Smart Water Management Systems Improve Tower Water Usage Visibility?

In high-rise buildings, managing water efficiently is a persistent challenge. From unmonitored consumption to undetected leaks, water wastage in towers affects operational budgets and sustainability goals. Housing societies and building managers are under increasing pressure to optimise water usage, control costs, and promote responsible consumption. However, traditional systems often rely on manual tracking and reactive […]

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community management
Building a Sense of Community: How Planet App Helps New Residents Feel at Home

Moving into a new housing society is an exciting yet challenging experience. It’s not just about unpacking boxes but also about adjusting to a new environment, meeting new people, and figuring out where you fit in. For many new residents, these initial weeks can feel isolating. Without knowing their neighbours or the dynamics of the […]

Visual showing how IoT-based predictive maintenance improves operational efficiency by leveraging smart sensors and real-time data, powered by Planet SIM.
Smart Infrastructure Management
Harnessing IoT with Planet SIM to Optimise Predictive Water Maintenance

Smart water management has become a critical component in recent years. As resources grow scarcer and costs escalate, housing societies are under growing pressure to adopt innovative technologies that improve efficiency and sustainability. One such transformative force is the Internet of Things (IoT). It is a network of interconnected devices and sensors that collect real-time […]

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Smart Infrastructure Management
The Psychology of Lighting: How Motion-Sensing Systems Influence Resident Behaviour

Lighting often seems like a functional necessity. However, its psychological impact is far more significant. From the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed, the illumination in our environments has a profound effect on our moods, perceptions, and even behaviours. This influence occurs without our conscious awareness! In recent years, the […]

Illustration comparing preventive vs. predictive maintenance strategies for smarter decision-making in societies, highlighting how Planet SIM supports efficient maintenance management
Smart Infrastructure Management
Preventive vs. Predictive Maintenance: How Planet SIM Helps Your Society Make Smarter Decisions

From water pumps and lighting to overhead tanks and plumbing lines, the infrastructure in a housing society is the backbone of everyday life. Yet, the real test of any society’s infrastructure lies in how well it is maintained. When the route taken is reactive, meaning it only kicks in after a breakdown, it often leads […]

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Innovation & Technology
Smart Lighting Solutions for Housing Societies: Optimise Costs & Usage

In many housing societies today, the challenges around lighting are growing steadily. These include increased electricity bills, rising maintenance expenses, unnecessary energy waste, and security concerns in poorly lit areas. Traditional lighting systems often fail to offer the flexibility or efficiency needed in modern residential environments. This is where intelligent lighting solutions step in! By […]

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