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STEP FIVE: Implementation

Step five is to develop an implementation plan for all projects and activities that meet the financial investment criteria and are approved by upper management. The most tangible, visible part of an energy performance program is implementation. It is during this phase that we see major lighting improvements, equipment installations, crane lifts, massive training efforts, and many other noticeable activities.

next>edge has vast experience conducting hundreds of energy retrofit projects in fully occupied buildings. We have completed lighting and HVAC projects at night, returning building areas to their original condition for tenants arriving for the next day’s work. We have coordinated crane lifts in downtown districts and dealt with many city regulatory authorities. These steps are critical because the best-planned energy performance program can gain a poor reputation and ultimately face cancellation if the implementation process is disruptive and costly to the owner and tenants.

Most importantly, next>edge has experience with all the significant technologies employed in successful energy enhancement programs, including lighting, building automation and HVAC equipment. Each product and initiative that we recommend will be a technology that we have first-hand operating experience with over a period of at least five years. We have tested numerous technologies in real world facilities and portfolios, and we only recommend products to customers after rigorous testing.

During this process, next>edge will work with your management and staff to:
1.	Dedicate resources and assign responsibilities
2.	Meet schedules and minimize impact on business operations
3.	Manage resources and budget
4.	Track milestones and success

next>edge believes that it is critical for employees and staff to be an integral part of the implementation process not only to ensure success, but also to ensure that the energy policies and best practices are embedded within your organization’s culture.