In the built environment, without digital infrastructure buildings and the people who live and work within them cannot function. That’s why digital infrastructure is increasingly viewed as the ‘fourth utility’ alongside water, gas and electricity.
However, all too often, despite its growing importance, digital infrastructure is an after thought, particularly in the build phase of projects. Without digital infrastructure, construction sites and existing buildings do not have the connectivity that is necessary to enable these assets to function efficiently.
To understand connectivity requirements across the built environment industry, leading provider of managed internet and guest broadband services, Wifinity, partnered with Ruckus Networks and BE News in 2025, to survey developers, managing agents, contractors, facilities directors and other third-party businesses involved in property development and responsible for thousands of residential units.
The ‘Connectivity Survey’ also gauged industry views on the importance of connectivity on construction sites and how owners and managers of buildings deliver connectivity to their customers. To read the report click here.
