Boston, MA According to WiredScore, the pioneer behind the international standard for cutting-edge Internet connectivity in office buildings, over 30 of National Development’s Boston-area properties, totaling more than 3 million s/f of office space, have been awarded Wired Certification. National Development sought out Wired Certification to distinguish its buildings for offering superior tech infrastructure, a credential of ever-growing importance as Boston grows as a tech hub.

“Strong connectivity has never been more important to companies seeking office space, particularly as Boston’s tech sector flourishes,” said Arie Barendrecht, CEO and co-founder of WiredScore. “By certifying a vast swath of its portfolio, National Development is demonstrating its commitment to providing tenants with the high-quality tech capabilities they need to succeed.”

 The 34 certified buildings – located in Boston, Bedford, Burlington, Charlestown, Foxborough, Framingham, Medford, Woburn, Westborough, and Westwood – comprise some of the region’s most desirable office spaces, including The District Burlington, Unicorn Park, and Constitution Center.

“The Wired Certification seal gives our properties a competitive edge,” said Andrew Gallinaro, senior vice president of asset management at National Development. “Tenants and brokers can easily identify our buildings as the best in which to grow their business, due to the investments we’ve made in technology infrastructure. Strong connectivity is a critical component of our mission to foster vibrant, creative workspaces for tenants of all types.”

 To achieve certification, properties must meet rigorous standards developed in conjunction with the top minds in the tech and commercial real estate industries. These standards include the number and quality of Internet service providers, bandwidth capabilities, and the reliability of connections based on the building’s infrastructure.