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Takeaways from London’s PropTech Connect
At PropTech Connect in London, the European real estate tech market showcased similarities to North America in terms of technology, but with a greater emphasis on ESG, sustainability, and human-centered approaches. In this post, I share my impressions and takeaways of the European digital building market.
Buildings as Assets: A New Era in Smart Building Management
This Monday Live session emphasized the importance of viewing buildings as assets and the need for a cultural shift toward better asset management practices. By connecting the dots between various stakeholders and technologies, the industry can play a pivotal role in improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of buildings.
Unlocking the Future of Building Automation with Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS)
The world of building management is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a groundbreaking approach: Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS). This
Healthy Buildings: Beyond Four Walls
When we think of buildings, we often focus on their physical structures and aesthetics. But truly healthy buildings go far beyond brick and mortar. They encompass a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of occupants. In essence, healthy buildings aim to create environments that promote physical, mental, and social health. Let’s dive deeper into a few key components:
5 Realities of Digital Buildings
Digital buildings are transforming the ways in which we interact with the built environment—driving efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced occupant experiences. However, achieving these benefits is often more complex than it appears.
In this post, I present five key realities you need to be aware of when embarking on your digital building journey. These are based on lessons I learned over 15 years, designing and implementing a digital building program across a global portfolio of commercial real-estate.
New Era, New Voices: AutomatedBuildings.com is Evolving
In 1999 AutomatedBuildings.com was born from a vision: to create a digital space where the brightest minds in building automation could converge, share ideas, and spark innovation. Today, that vision is as relevant as ever, but the world has changed dramatically.
Introducing Broudy Precision
We are pleased to sponsor AutomatedBuildings.com and share our thoughts with the industry from our monthly newsletters and weekly emails.
What is a Scaleup? Do we need to Scale up our New Cloud AI-infused business models?
In recent years, the term “scaleup” has been added to the buzzwords used to describe the intricacies of modern business. But far from mere jargon,
Rick Justis, Chair of CS4B.org is a new Contributing Editor of AutomatedBuildings.com
President & Managing Member – President & Managing Member Follow him on LinkedIn Giving the Smart Buildings Industry a more unified voice Who is C4SB?
The Crucial Role of Smart Distributors in Modern Supply Chains
Smart distributors enhance supply chains with stocked products, tailored solutions, and expert insights, driving efficiency and innovation across industries for manufacturers, contractors, and end-users.
Why become a sponsor of AutomatedBuildings?
AutomatedBuildings is a virtual library for the BAS industry
FAQ – Questions about AutomatedBuildings.com?
We answer some common questions on this page, FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). We will keep adding and editing this FAQ page; please send your questions
Takeaways from London’s PropTech Connect
At PropTech Connect in London, the European real estate tech market showcased similarities to North America in terms of technology, but with a greater emphasis on ESG, sustainability, and human-centered approaches. In this post, I share my impressions and takeaways of the European digital building market.
Buildings as Assets: A New Era in Smart Building Management
This Monday Live session emphasized the importance of viewing buildings as assets and the need for a cultural shift toward better asset management practices. By connecting the dots between various stakeholders and technologies, the industry can play a pivotal role in improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of buildings.
Unlocking the Future of Building Automation with Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS)
The world of building management is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a groundbreaking approach: Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS). This
Healthy Buildings: Beyond Four Walls
When we think of buildings, we often focus on their physical structures and aesthetics. But truly healthy buildings go far beyond brick and mortar. They encompass a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of occupants. In essence, healthy buildings aim to create environments that promote physical, mental, and social health. Let’s dive deeper into a few key components:
5 Realities of Digital Buildings
Digital buildings are transforming the ways in which we interact with the built environment—driving efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced occupant experiences. However, achieving these benefits is often more complex than it appears.
In this post, I present five key realities you need to be aware of when embarking on your digital building journey. These are based on lessons I learned over 15 years, designing and implementing a digital building program across a global portfolio of commercial real-estate.
New Era, New Voices: AutomatedBuildings.com is Evolving
In 1999 AutomatedBuildings.com was born from a vision: to create a digital space where the brightest minds in building automation could converge, share ideas, and spark innovation. Today, that vision is as relevant as ever, but the world has changed dramatically.
Introducing Broudy Precision
We are pleased to sponsor AutomatedBuildings.com and share our thoughts with the industry from our monthly newsletters and weekly emails.
What is a Scaleup? Do we need to Scale up our New Cloud AI-infused business models?
In recent years, the term “scaleup” has been added to the buzzwords used to describe the intricacies of modern business. But far from mere jargon,
Rick Justis, Chair of CS4B.org is a new Contributing Editor of AutomatedBuildings.com
President & Managing Member – President & Managing Member Follow him on LinkedIn Giving the Smart Buildings Industry a more unified voice Who is C4SB?
The Crucial Role of Smart Distributors in Modern Supply Chains
Smart distributors enhance supply chains with stocked products, tailored solutions, and expert insights, driving efficiency and innovation across industries for manufacturers, contractors, and end-users.
Why become a sponsor of AutomatedBuildings?
AutomatedBuildings is a virtual library for the BAS industry
FAQ – Questions about AutomatedBuildings.com?
We answer some common questions on this page, FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). We will keep adding and editing this FAQ page; please send your questions
AutomatedBuildings.com is brought to you by our sponsors
Takeaways from London’s PropTech Connect
At PropTech Connect in London, the European real estate tech market showcased similarities to North America in terms of technology, but with a greater emphasis on ESG, sustainability, and human-centered approaches. In this post, I share my impressions and takeaways of the European digital building market.
Obsolescence and Legacy Planning for Smart Building Systems
Throughout North America hospitals, universities. and office buildings infastructure is aging. Addressing the challenge of obsolescence through proactive legacy planning is essential for maximizing the value and longevity of smart building investments. By implementing these strategies before systems become outdated, building owners and operators can ensure their buildings remain at the forefront of technological innovation while minimizing disruptions and costs.
Buildings as Assets: A New Era in Smart Building Management
This Monday Live session emphasized the importance of viewing buildings as assets and the need for a cultural shift toward better asset management practices. By connecting the dots between various stakeholders and technologies, the industry can play a pivotal role in improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of buildings.
TEN COOL THINGS to be grateful for this week.
Celebrate this week with gratitude for all things engineering, and tell those who bear this great responsibility that you appreciate all their hard work.
Lighting Control for Existing Buildings
It’s an LED world now; traditional sources are just living in it. The next frontier of energy savings lies in bringing the lighting controls revolution
Custom Rebates Evolve
While prescriptive lighting rebates have significantly promoted adoption of energy-efficient lighting and controls, the custom rebate option offers a potentially highly lucrative path, particularly in
Bluetooth NLC Wants to Change the Game
In September 2023, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) released Bluetooth® NLC, a series of specifications that define roles and responsibilities for common lighting control
Unlocking the Future of Building Automation with Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS)
The world of building management is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a groundbreaking approach: Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS). This
Healthy Buildings: Beyond Four Walls
When we think of buildings, we often focus on their physical structures and aesthetics. But truly healthy buildings go far beyond brick and mortar. They encompass a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of occupants. In essence, healthy buildings aim to create environments that promote physical, mental, and social health. Let’s dive deeper into a few key components:
Transforming Energy Efficiency
In 2021, the premium office building at 152 Fanshawe Street, situated in the heart of Auckland, was acquired with a clear vision: to transform it
Take a PERMANENT vacation from wasted time.
Today is Monday September 2nd, 2024 – Labor Day! Millions of Americans are off work, thanks to their employers extending this federal holiday to their teams. An entire nation of individuals who got the workday off today are collectively celebrating getting just an extra 8 hours to themselves. That’s how precious our time is, especially on the job. Our app gives users a PERMANENT vacation from wasted time…
5 Realities of Digital Buildings
Digital buildings are transforming the ways in which we interact with the built environment—driving efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced occupant experiences. However, achieving these benefits is often more complex than it appears.
In this post, I present five key realities you need to be aware of when embarking on your digital building journey. These are based on lessons I learned over 15 years, designing and implementing a digital building program across a global portfolio of commercial real-estate.
Dock to Decom Data Center Asset Management with Nlyte Software
The moment a new piece of equipment arrives at a data center’s loading dock, its journey begins—a journey that will take it through installation, operation,
Meet Your Industry Associations; Fueling Our Community and Innovation
In the dynamic world of smart buildings, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Industry associations offer a valuable resource for professionals seeking to expand their knowledge, network, and business opportunities. Many newcomers, although they lack direct experience working in the BAS industry, have a strong understanding of smart technology and grew up with early home automation. The new talent we bring into the industry may also be separated by 6 degrees, highlighting the interconnectedness of our professional networks.
New Era, New Voices: AutomatedBuildings.com is Evolving
In 1999 AutomatedBuildings.com was born from a vision: to create a digital space where the brightest minds in building automation could converge, share ideas, and spark innovation. Today, that vision is as relevant as ever, but the world has changed dramatically.
From Concept to Completion: QA Graphics’ Project Management Excellence
With thousands of projects in their yearly project portal, streamlining project management is vital to the success of QA Graphics. Ensuring timeliness, quality, and functionality
Takeaways from London’s PropTech Connect
At PropTech Connect in London, the European real estate tech market showcased similarities to North America in terms of technology, but with a greater emphasis on ESG, sustainability, and human-centered approaches. In this post, I share my impressions and takeaways of the European digital building market.
Obsolescence and Legacy Planning for Smart Building Systems
Throughout North America hospitals, universities. and office buildings infastructure is aging. Addressing the challenge of obsolescence through proactive legacy planning is essential for maximizing the value and longevity of smart building investments. By implementing these strategies before systems become outdated, building owners and operators can ensure their buildings remain at the forefront of technological innovation while minimizing disruptions and costs.
Buildings as Assets: A New Era in Smart Building Management
This Monday Live session emphasized the importance of viewing buildings as assets and the need for a cultural shift toward better asset management practices. By connecting the dots between various stakeholders and technologies, the industry can play a pivotal role in improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of buildings.
TEN COOL THINGS to be grateful for this week.
Celebrate this week with gratitude for all things engineering, and tell those who bear this great responsibility that you appreciate all their hard work.
Lighting Control for Existing Buildings
It’s an LED world now; traditional sources are just living in it. The next frontier of energy savings lies in bringing the lighting controls revolution
Custom Rebates Evolve
While prescriptive lighting rebates have significantly promoted adoption of energy-efficient lighting and controls, the custom rebate option offers a potentially highly lucrative path, particularly in
Bluetooth NLC Wants to Change the Game
In September 2023, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) released Bluetooth® NLC, a series of specifications that define roles and responsibilities for common lighting control
Unlocking the Future of Building Automation with Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS)
The world of building management is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a groundbreaking approach: Smart Building as a Service (SBaaS). This
Healthy Buildings: Beyond Four Walls
When we think of buildings, we often focus on their physical structures and aesthetics. But truly healthy buildings go far beyond brick and mortar. They encompass a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of occupants. In essence, healthy buildings aim to create environments that promote physical, mental, and social health. Let’s dive deeper into a few key components:
Transforming Energy Efficiency
In 2021, the premium office building at 152 Fanshawe Street, situated in the heart of Auckland, was acquired with a clear vision: to transform it
Take a PERMANENT vacation from wasted time.
Today is Monday September 2nd, 2024 – Labor Day! Millions of Americans are off work, thanks to their employers extending this federal holiday to their teams. An entire nation of individuals who got the workday off today are collectively celebrating getting just an extra 8 hours to themselves. That’s how precious our time is, especially on the job. Our app gives users a PERMANENT vacation from wasted time…
5 Realities of Digital Buildings
Digital buildings are transforming the ways in which we interact with the built environment—driving efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced occupant experiences. However, achieving these benefits is often more complex than it appears.
In this post, I present five key realities you need to be aware of when embarking on your digital building journey. These are based on lessons I learned over 15 years, designing and implementing a digital building program across a global portfolio of commercial real-estate.
Dock to Decom Data Center Asset Management with Nlyte Software
The moment a new piece of equipment arrives at a data center’s loading dock, its journey begins—a journey that will take it through installation, operation,
Meet Your Industry Associations; Fueling Our Community and Innovation
In the dynamic world of smart buildings, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Industry associations offer a valuable resource for professionals seeking to expand their knowledge, network, and business opportunities. Many newcomers, although they lack direct experience working in the BAS industry, have a strong understanding of smart technology and grew up with early home automation. The new talent we bring into the industry may also be separated by 6 degrees, highlighting the interconnectedness of our professional networks.
New Era, New Voices: AutomatedBuildings.com is Evolving
In 1999 AutomatedBuildings.com was born from a vision: to create a digital space where the brightest minds in building automation could converge, share ideas, and spark innovation. Today, that vision is as relevant as ever, but the world has changed dramatically.
From Concept to Completion: QA Graphics’ Project Management Excellence
With thousands of projects in their yearly project portal, streamlining project management is vital to the success of QA Graphics. Ensuring timeliness, quality, and functionality