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  • IBB A Vision for Cloud-Native Building Systems

    This Position Paper defines the IBB System, an advanced, cloud-native architecture crafted to address the distinct interoperability and security challenges of contemporary commercial buildings. This paper serves as a guide for commercial building professionals (vendors, channel, and owners) to adopt and implement the IBB System and its components. Complete Paper “The IBB System”– 16 Pages…

  • How Content Gets Created at AutomatedBuildings.com

    For over two decades, AutomatedBuildings.com has served as the premier library for the smart buildings industry, thanks to its community-powered content model. Unlike traditional media outlets, our platform thrives on direct contributions from both industry experts and leading technology sponsors, creating a balanced ecosystem of thought leadership and real-world solutions. Who Shapes Our Content? 1. Contributing Editors…

  • The Impact of Proprietary Innovation

    AutomatedBuildings.com, Mondaylive.org, June 23 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYjTheme Innovation Proprietary? Please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform https://lnkd.in/gCamVGBd https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/beyond-bms-illuminate-proptechs-dark-data-christine-a-mchugh-mmba-ihwee https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ken-sinclair-8246965_the-ai-revolution-in-smart-buildings-a-deep-activity-7341035179861229569-9gaW/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAD9nhwBIFYjZZTS0HgypgktswJskKUQo2o https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ken-sinclair-8246965_owners-are-pulling-work-in-house-how-bas-activity-7340635728936095744-0GY8/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAD9nhwBIFYjZZTS0HgypgktswJskKUQo2o https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-continuous-commissioning-redefining-smart-building-thomas-trang-m0fwc https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ken-sinclair-8246965_digital-transformation-in-japanfrom-abandoned-activity-7341731011241701376-77wL/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAD9nhwBIFYjZZTS0HgypgktswJskKUQo2o    –        

  • CUBE Bot AI Agent: Redefining Start-Up, Commissioning & Maintenance for the BMS Industry

    In an era of rising energy costs, labor shortages, and ever-increasing performance expectations, the building automation industry is standing at a crossroads. Technological advancements are no longer optional—they’re a strategic necessity. Enter the CUBE Bot AI Agent: the first fully autonomous AI Agent built for the Building Management System (BMS) world. Designed to transform how…

  • June 16, 2025  Disruption and Opportunities for Industry OEM    

    AutomatedBuildings.com , Mondaylive.org, June 16 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYj Disruption and Opportunities for Industry OEM Please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform https://lnkd.in/gCamVGBd Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB) (formerly CABA)BACnet InternationalC4SB – Coalition for Smarter BuildingsC4SB.orgControls Group North America (CGNA)Project HaystackEnOcean AllianceOpenADR AllianceBIM Coordinators SummitAutomatedBuildings Our…

  • Easing the Burden on BAS Technicians Through Specialized Graphics Outsourcing

    A consistent message has emerged from building automation system (BAS) integrators nationwide throughout 2024 and 2025: there is a significant strain on skilled field technicians. As the industry continues to face labor shortages, companies are recognizing the need to reassess internal processes to keep their technicians centered on core duties like system installation and service.…

  • Achieving Scalability in Building Automation through Standardized Graphics

    As the Building Automation Industry Expands, Consistency Becomes Crucial The BAS landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation. With smart buildings advancing and portfolios growing more interconnected, there is increasing pressure on system integrators to provide faster, more uniform results across different regions, platforms, and teams. Despite this, one persistent challenge can impede even the most…

  • Maximize Your AEC Firm’s Value in an M&A

    If you are a Controls, Mechanical, BAS, A/V, or MEP engineering firm that’s been doing well at all – chances are you have been curious about (or approached about) a merger, acquisition, or equity event. Investors are actively seeking these trades and now is the time to think strategically. The value of your firm isn’t…

  • Digital Transformation in Japan: From Abandoned Buildings to DX

    Ghost hotels, digital twins, humanoid robots, Japan’s construction industry faces its paradoxes head-on, with AI, robots, and Digital Transformation (DX). 🇯🇵 日本語で読みたい方はこちらをクリック：日本語版はこちら 1-First Dispatch from Japan This article is the first in a series of ongoing reflections from Japan, a country I once called home for several decades and still return to frequently. Born in…

  • Wireless Without Worries: A Conversation with LumenRadio on the Future of BAS Connectivity

    As the demand for smarter, more flexible building systems grows, wireless technology is playing an increasingly critical role in the future of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Historically seen as less reliable than their wired counterparts, wireless solutions have made major advancements in reliability, scalability, and security. One of the companies leading this evolution is LumenRadio,…

  • The AI Revolution in Smart Buildings: A Deep Dive into OEM Disruption

    This week on Monday Live, exploring the future of smarter buildings. we delved into the fascinating theme of OEM disruption, specifically focusing on how smart, connected mechanical equipment is transforming the industry. True Perspective We were fortunate to be joined by Kenny Seaton, Director of Central Plant Operations at California State University, Dominguez Hills. Kenny’s…

  • Owners Are Pulling Work In-House: How BAS Contractors Can Win Them Back

    Facility owners and operators are reaching a breaking point. Delayed service calls, inconsistent technicians, unclear agreements, and a lack of strategic support have pushed many to bring building automation system (BAS) work in-house. At Smart Buildings Academy, we are seeing an influx of owners enrolling their teams in training programs. Their goal is simple: to…

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