ARC Facilities Introduces ARC Intelligence for Conversational Building Information Management

ARC Facilities has introduced a new feature called ARC Intelligence, which brings conversational artificial intelligence (AI) to building information management. This tool allows facility teams to ask questions by voice or typing and receive answers directly from the building information stored in the ARC Facilities platform. Designed for field use, ARC Intelligence simplifies access to critical building information such as equipment details, shutoffs, emergency equipment, parts, and fire extinguisher locations. Facility managers can now ask questions without having to search through folders, drawings, or documents, streamlining their workflow and improving efficiency.

In addition to answering questions, ARC Intelligence can summarize and organize information from across the platform. It can compile related data into spreadsheets and email information to team members, helping facility teams turn building data into actionable insights without returning to a desk or switching between multiple systems. The feature is integrated into the ARC Facilities platform and works with the building information teams already have stored, making it easy for facility managers to access critical information more easily, improving operational efficiency and response to emergencies.

ARC Intelligence also introduces AI Equipment Capture, which simplifies the documentation of equipment in the field. Users can take a photo of an equipment label, and the system automatically extracts key information such as the manufacturer, model number, and serial number. This information is then attached to the equipment record as a visual reference, reducing manual data entry and making the process faster and simpler. This feature is particularly useful for facility teams who are constantly moving between buildings, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other areas where quick access to accurate information is crucial.

The new feature is designed to build on patented technology developed by ARC to extract intelligence from complex building documentation, reflecting years of innovation focused specifically on how facility teams access and use critical building information. By making building information accessible from phones and tablets, ARC Facilities aims to help teams preserve institutional knowledge and reduce risk.

The company's focus on providing facility teams with the tools they need to perform their tasks efficiently and effectively underscores its commitment to innovation in the field of building management. With ARC Intelligence, facility teams can now ask questions and get answers directly from their building information, making their work more efficient and responsive to the needs of the buildings they manage.