Al-Futtaim Technologies, a leading business and digital transformation solutions provider under Al-Futtaim Contracting, has announced a strategic partnership with Johnson Controls to introduce the global smart building platform OpenBlue to the UAE market. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in delivering intelligent infrastructure and energy-efficient solutions to businesses and government entities across the region.
The announcement was made during a live showcase event hosted by Al-Futtaim Technologies, which offered clients and industry stakeholders an in-depth demonstration of the OpenBlue platform alongside Johnson Controls’ Facility Explorer FX. The event emphasized how these technologies enable organizations to transition towards smart, data-driven building management.
OpenBlue empowers businesses with real-time operational insights, predictive maintenance capabilities, and enhanced occupant experiences, all while supporting sustainability objectives. By integrating digital intelligence with energy optimization, the platform addresses the growing GCC demand for smarter, more efficient, and future-ready infrastructure.
Razi Hamada, General Manager of Al-Futtaim Technologies, stated, “Our partnership with Johnson Controls marks a major step forward in our mission to deliver smarter, more efficient, and sustainable buildings across the region. With the launch of OpenBlue, we empower clients to embrace digital transformation through real-time intelligence, energy optimization, and seamless occupant experiences. This collaboration reinforces Al-Futtaim Technologies’ commitment to shaping the future of intelligent infrastructure in the UAE.”
Evgenia Ostrovskaya, Digital Region Leader EMEALA at Johnson Controls, added, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Al-Futtaim Technologies in bringing OpenBlue to the region. Together, we’re defining the future of smart buildings with real-time analytics, energy efficiency, and seamless occupant experiences.”
She noted that the launch builds on Al-Futtaim Technologies’ extensive experience in systems integration and its strategic focus on smart building solutions. The company’s portfolio spans infrastructure, ELV systems, AV solutions, and managed services, serving sectors including real estate, education, finance, and government across the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
As smart city development accelerates throughout the Middle East, this partnership positions Al-Futtaim Technologies and Johnson Controls as key enablers of next-generation digital buildings, driving operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and future-ready infrastructure across the region.
