Facility Challenges

1. The Challenges Facing Facility Operations The cost of both the obvious and the real factors impacting facilitydecisions 1

2. Challenge #1: New Building Technologies Are Needed….. New products are introduced daily into the market to increase productivity What are the competencies of my existing workforce to utilize these new systems? Will these individual technologies be installed using the same installation standards? 2 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

3. Solution #1: Create a Strategy for Successful Execution…. Define what your current workforce is capable of self performing List the stakeholders responsible for each step of product implementation Define what standards will be used by your vendors in performing their installations 3 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

4. Challenge #2: ControllingCosts OfEnergy Inefficiencies If a business is energy inefficient in Connecticut they will pay more than anyone in the continental US 4 Source: EIA Independent statistics and analysis, U.S. Energy Information Analysis, January 20, 2011. Which States Have the Highest Energy Costs, Wall Street Journal, April 9, 2009. © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

5. Let’s face it… 5 Source: Median age of buildings, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

6. Solution #2: Initiate Energy Efficient Strategies Benchmark where you are in energy consumption Identify the “low hanging fruit” to upgrade Monitor your energy usage in real time Create notifications of key personnel when waste id detected 6 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

7. Energy efficiency makes financial sense 7 Source: Median age of buildings, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

8. Challenge #3: Financial Justification of Facility Upgrades…. Tax Incentives, Energy Rebates, and other incentives are always in flux. How do I know my real costs? What kind of support will the lowest cost vendor provide? Will I need to pay for additional services for a complete installation? 8 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

9. Tax Codes Are Complex Does your Accounting Dept. Update these Regulations? Do your current vendors provide you with this knowledge? Various legislation awards tax deductions for energy installations and retrofits 9 Source: The Race for Better Building Codes, The New York Times, May 21, 2009; Energy-Efficiency Tax Benefits, HPAC Engineering, January 1, 2009 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

10. Solution #3: Develop Relationships with Vendors you can Trust…. Knowledgeable vendors should provide the latest rebates and incentives info Demand complete disclosure from your vendors of completion times and material warranties Identify what support you need after the services are installed 10 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

11. Challenge #4: Branding for My Facility…. My Company’s Brand is its face to the world My Facility’s condition needs to extend the Company Brand Outside elements that interact with my facility need to be monitored to reflect Proper brand 11 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

12. Solution #4: Vendors must extend the Brand …. Ensure that vendors present themselves properly by utilizing set standards of conduct Probe your vendors operations to validate their core beliefs Create working alliances that reward those that actively extend your brand 12 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

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14. Who we are….. Provide alean construction model that constantly and consistently seeks for improvement in all processes that eliminate cost variables and other issues Electrical energy services experts that can quickly, effectively and efficiently determine energy usage Electrical energy services consultants that can prescribe energy strategies and improve your business 14 Source: Median age of buildings, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

15. About us…. Established in 1997 We have solved the challenges of some of Connecticut’s leading cities and businesses Our dedication to both professional and accurate service in the electrical industry is second to none! 15 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

16. We identify the truecost of modernizing It is never too early to start the modernization process If the commercial property sector were to follow 10-year energy retrofit agenda it would result in over $41.1 billion savings each year just in incentives 16 Source: 10-Year Energy Retrofit Program Would Save Commercial Buildings $41.1B Annually, Commercial Property Executive, July 23, 2010; © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

17. We provide you with a complete energy picture The most important part of getting a complete energy picture is selecting the right electrical services provider Retrofitting your building for energy savings, tax credits, green technologies and future profits requires more than just a basic electrical maintenance crew 17 Source: Median age of buildings, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

18. Why we are valuable…. 18 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

19. Select the right energy partner Qualities to look for… 19 Source: Median age of buildings, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

20. It’s more than just basics… 20 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

21. Who can you trust and why? 21 Source: Speed of Trust by Stephen R. Covey. © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

22. What our clients are saying about us 22 Thanks for your quick and exemplary response to the safety hazard that was discovered during the demolition of Area F this morning. As you know safety is a primary concern of our firm. K. S. – Trumbull Mall Thanks for your cost saving and functional solutions for the lighting controls within the stage lighting.C. C. - Bishop Woods School © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011

23. Services We Provide Lighting Controls & Modernizations Back Up Power Systems Sustainable Energy Solutions Energy Management Systems Construction & Facility Maintenance 23

24. Let us help you… 24 © Connecticut Electrical Associates, LLC 2011 “An Energy Electrical Services Provider…..” “You Can Trust” Toll Free 888-892-3335 www.ctelec.com

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