Archangel Joining the Dots IoT Project: Benefits Assessment

This report by FarrPoint provides an independent evaluation of a six-month project by Bield Housing & Care, a TAPPI testbed, involving the installation of discreet IoT sensors at a retirement housing development in South Lanarkshire, Scotland.

The report reveals that the project delivered a clear return on investment of 4.4:1, underscoring the significant value that data-driven, proactive approaches can bring to the housing sector. In particular, it highlights several key benefits achieved through the deployment of smart sensor technology:

1. Reduced utility costs – with savings of over £1 million identified across the Bield estate.
2. Lower maintenance expenditure – by enabling data-led, proactive maintenance strategies.
3. Enhanced regulatory compliance – with real-time data supporting Annual Assurance Statements and Scottish Social Housing Charter submissions.
4. Improved resident safety and wellbeing – through early alerts that support preventative interventions and promote independent living.
5. Increased staff efficiency – freeing frontline teams from routine checks and allowing greater focus on tenant engagement and service delivery.

This report provides clear, evidence-based insight into how digital transformation can reduce operational pressures, deliver tangible financial benefits, and improve outcomes for tenants.