Frequently asked questions about My Data Analysis

• What is My Data Analysis and how does it work?

  Integrated sensors in the luminaires form the basis for My Data Analysis. They capture real-time data on occupancy, indoor climate and usage – without additional hardware. The existing lighting infrastructure becomes a dense sensor network that provides valuable information for efficient and future-proof building management. This information is transmitted in real time to regent.cloud, where it is analysed and clearly visualised in a personal dashboard.

• What are the benefits of My Data Analysis?

  The main benefit of My Data Analysis lies in optimising space utilisation and operating costs. By using the valuable building data collected, you can streamline processes and achieve long-term savings in time and cost. The solution creates transparency around the actual use of workplaces and rooms, and supports data-driven decisions for planning, cleaning and energy usage. This ensures that resources are deployed in a targeted way and the efficiency of building operations is sustainably increased.

• For which types of buildings is My Data Analysis suitable?

  My Data Analysis is highly versatile and suitable for almost all commercial and institutional buildings. The system can be installed in both new builds and existing properties and uses the existing lighting infrastructure as a data network.

  • Office buildings and administrative centres
  • Research and laboratory environments
  • Education and healthcare facilities
  • Production and logistics areas
• What savings are realistic?

  Based on our project experience with comparable installations, the following savings are typically possible:

  • Up to 30 % more usable space without new construction (growth or profitable subletting)
  • Up to 25 % lower cleaning costs
  • Up to 50 % time savings when searching for a workplace
  • 10–30 % energy savings through intelligent lighting and climate control
  • Up to 30 % lower maintenance costs thanks to predictive maintenance

  The figures mentioned are empirical values from customer projects and may vary depending on building type, usage and existing infrastructure.

• What hardware is required for My Data Analysis?

  The required hardware depends on the type of luminaire used:

  • NEO floor luminaires: These luminaires have an integrated, permanently installed smart module – no additional hardware is required.
  • Floor luminaires without smart module: An extension module (e.g. MTM smart sensor) is used here to make the luminaire My Data Analysis ready.
  • External ceiling modules: Rooms without new luminaires can be equipped with the external standalone Smartmodule One.
  • Integrated smart modules in lighting systems: Smart modules can be integrated into lighting systems and used modularly, for example in combination with luminaires.
• How are data security and data protection ensured?

  Hardware, software, data processing and hosting offer the highest security standards. Data is encrypted and transmitted to regent.cloud, where it is securely stored. Access is strictly limited to authorised personnel. No personal data is processed; all information is anonymised. After analysis, the data is stored in a data warehouse. regent.cloud is operated in the Microsoft Azure cloud in Switzerland. Through regular maintenance and ongoing security updates, Regent ensures that systems and data remain protected at all times. Data protection is an integral part of the system architecture from the very beginning.

• How is My Data Analysis commissioned and activated?

  My Data Analysis luminaires are commissioned via a standardised commissioning process. Each luminaire is registered individually in regent.cloud and a floor plan is created in which the luminaires are positioned correctly. In addition, an administrator account is created in regent.cloud.

• What is regent.cloud?

  regent.cloud is the smart building portal developed and operated by Regent. Raw data from installed sensors is processed, analysed and visualised there.

• How is the data transmitted?

  The sensors transmit data wirelessly, for example via Bluetooth Mesh or Wi-Fi, to a central gateway or directly to regent.cloud. Depending on the use case, the data is processed there and clearly visualised.

• Which sensor values are recorded?
  • Occupancy and presence
  • Illuminance
  • Temperature, CO₂, VOC, humidity*
  • Optional: people counting via optical sensors*

  All data is recorded in real time and visualised in the dashboard.
  *The sensor configuration may vary depending on the smart module.

• Is retrofitting in existing buildings possible?

  Yes, My Data Analysis is also designed for retrofits. Many modules can be integrated into existing luminaires or retrofitted externally.

• How reliable is the system?

  The sensor technology is industry-grade and has multiple layers of redundancy. If individual components fail, all other modules remain operational. Faults are automatically detected and reported.

• Can other devices also be integrated into regent.cloud?

  Yes, external MQTT-capable devices can also be integrated. This enables seamless integration into existing IoT or smart building infrastructures.

• How are firmware and software updates carried out?

  Updates are provided automatically from regent.cloud and can be transmitted wirelessly to the luminaires.

Economic efficiency

• What costs are involved in commissioning and using My Data Analysis?

  Commissioning and using My Data Analysis generally comprises the following components:

  • One-time initial costs: A one-off fee is charged for the smart modules and the complete installation to put the system into operation.
  • Annual licence fees: Annual licence fees are charged for the use of regent.cloud and the maintenance of all My Data Analysis components. These depend on the number of luminaires and the scope of functions.

  Please feel free to contact us: together we will prepare a non-binding offer tailored to your project.

• How quickly do the costs pay off?

  Based on our experience from projects with comparable applications, investments in My Data Analysis often pay off within about 12 to 18 months. Savings mainly result from lower cleaning, energy and space costs as well as more efficient processes.

  The actual payback period depends on the building type, usage and initial situation.

• How flexible is the licence model?

  The My Data Analysis licence model is flexibly scalable: luminaires and modules can be added or removed at any time. The annual licence fees therefore adapt to the actual scope of your installation.

Miscellaneous questions

• Is there a minimum number of luminaires?

  For My Data Analysis, we recommend at least ten luminaires to obtain meaningful data. Larger installations benefit from optimised data analysis and better scalability.

• Who supports me in case of a fault?

  In the event of a fault, our support team is at your disposal:

  • Phone: +41 (0) 848 111 200
  • Email: service@regent.ch

  Alternatively, you can also contact us via your usual contact person or the contact form on our website.

• How is electrical safety ensured?

  All our smart modules are CE certified and comply with the applicable standards for electrical safety.