Technology to Have Greatest Impact on Building Design in Coming Years

The use of smart technology is said to affect the specification of big box logistics buildings over the next 5 years, according to a JLL study, while limited availability of entitled land remains the most important challenge.

From JLL:

• 71% of respondents anticipate demand in the e-commerce sector to increase significantly  
• Strong growth for warehouse facilities forecasted from express and parcel delivery, third-party logistics and more.  
• 73% say improving energy efficiency is highest global priority.