Mumbai based leading Real Estate Development Company; Lodha Group announced its strategic partnership with Johnson Controls Inc (JCI) the New York listed global leader in creating smart environments. In an all exclusive agreement, Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions will provide end-to-end facilities management to Lodha Group projects. This is the first step towards implementing enhanced service oriented facility management of the larger portfolio, optimizing energy and creating operational efficiencies. This development comes at a time when the maturation of real estate in India has pushed the need for professional expertise in managing premium real estate. Conforming to the highest standards of international living and delivering the finest in customer delight, Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions manages more than one billion square feet worldwide, most of which is part of Fortune 500 companies. In line with their global operations, Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions will implement facility improvements, ensure safety, security and comforts for indoor and outdoor environment, optimize energy and create operational efficiencies at all Lodha projects. This exclusive agreement will enable Lodha to focus on its core business activities, whilst Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions will support its operations with world class solutions that deliver a superior service to its clients, and further our commitment to build better and greener communities.