Return on Investment (ROI)

While the initial investment cost for ActiveAhead may be higher compared to conventional lighting systems, the long-term return is significantly greater thanks to its unique capabilities:

 

1. Significant Energy Savings

ActiveAhead continuously adapts lighting to real-time occupancy and daylight, reducing unnecessary energy use.

This leads to substantial and measurable energy savings, which directly lower operating costs and accelerate ROI.

 

2. Minimal Setup and Commissioning Time

Unlike traditional systems that require manual programming and commissioning, ActiveAhead works out-of-the-box.

Its plug-and-play installation and self-learning intelligence drastically reduce labor costs during setup.

 

3. No Reconfiguration Costs

One of the key ROI advantages is that no system reprogramming is needed when the layout or use of a space changes.

The system automatically adapts to new room configurations and user behavior without technician input.

 

4. Lower Maintenance and Management Costs

With cloud-based monitoring via Helvar Insights, building managers can oversee system performance remotely.

Combined with predictive maintenance features, this reduces the need for on-site interventions and lowers ongoing management costs.

 

 

Conclusion

 

Although the upfront cost is higher, ActiveAhead pays back quickly through:

• Energy efficiency

• Reduced commissioning time

• Zero reprogramming after layout changes

• Lower maintenance overhead

 

This results in a faster and more sustainable ROI, especially in buildings that evolve over time, such as offices, logistics hubs, or educational facilities.