FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Elk Grove Village, IL – Encompass Connect, a leading source of integrated connectivity solutions for commercial and residential buildings today announced it has been awarded WiredScore Accredited Professional status. As such, Encompass Connect is now fully authorized to assist clients interested in improving their digital assets and attaining WiredScore certification of their buildings.

"Having reliable, robust connectivity is one of the most important criteria for anyone evaluating rental properties today," said Tim Pickett, Encompass President & CEO. "Landlords whose buildings are WiredScore certified have a huge leg up on the competition, which is something we can help with.”

1 in 5 EMEA tenants will pay a rental premium of over 20% for tech-enabled smart buildings. (Source: CBRE)

Launched in 2013, WiredScore is an independent ratings system that assesses a building's digital infrastructure on the basis of current capabilities and future readiness. Buildings that make the grade are awarded a coveted WiredScore score which landlords can then use to reassure tenants they'll enjoy reliable, crystal clear connectivity.

WiredScore certification increased rental value by an average of 5%. (Source: The London Investment Guide)

"Adding the WiredScore AP credentials is a natural fit for us," said Pickett. "At Encompass Connect we've always prided ourselves on delivering dynamic, digital ecosystems that are future-proof. Helping clients get WiredScore certified is further proof that we've been on the right track."

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