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Trapped in Translation: Why Smart Building Tech Can’t Communicate
Your Building Is Fluent in Dozens of Languages. None of Them Understands Each Other. Smart buildings are everywhere, at least in glossy presentations.The dashboards are

You’re Closer to the Edge Than You Think
When we think of a “data center,” most of us picture a massive, windowless fortress in a remote location, humming with servers and protected by

OEM Disruption: When Smart Equipment Challenges Traditional Building Automation
Continuing the AI ConversationLast week’s deep dive into Kenny Seaton’s AI-driven transformation at CSU Dominguez Hills revealed how AI machine learning is revolutionizing building operations

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

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,
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

Building Smarter from the Ground Up: Why I’m Joining as an Editor at AutomatedBuildings.com
After more than three decades in the building automation industry, I’ve learned that real progress happens at the intersection of innovation, openness, and practical application.

From Inaction to Innovation: Real Estate Rewired to the Smart AI Building Narrative
On the banks of the Savannah River with UAPs heading to Realcomm (not AI-generated, I saw them with my own eyes!) ONE Cargo Ship from

Foundation of Process Transparency: GitHub Repositories, Community Involvement, and the Linux Way
Introduction The Coalition for Smart Buildings (C4SB) has operated for four years, with many of its founders present today. Today, we are pleased to announce that C4SB officially

BACnet Numbers for BACnet MS/TP MAC Addresses, Device Instances, and BACnet Networks
BACnet numbers are identifiers used in the BACnet protocol to help ensure that data is accurately transmitted and received between devices. However, assigning BACnet numbers

TLDR summary Can Autonomous Buildings Become a Reality with AI?
Summary of AHREXPO 2025 | Can Autonomous Buildings Become a Reality with AI? education session OT/IT Feeds AI, and then OT executes the AI commands.

Build the Future of Building Automation with Us
AutomatedBuildings.com is more than just a website – it’s a collaborative industry resource built by and for building automation professionals. Is your head exploding with

AHR Expo 2025 Free Industry Seminars – AutomatedBuildings.com Education Sessions
Monday, Feb. 10 – Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 | Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL | West Building

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.

Trapped in Translation: Why Smart Building Tech Can’t Communicate
Your Building Is Fluent in Dozens of Languages. None of Them Understands Each Other. Smart buildings are everywhere, at least in glossy presentations.The dashboards are

You’re Closer to the Edge Than You Think
When we think of a “data center,” most of us picture a massive, windowless fortress in a remote location, humming with servers and protected by

OEM Disruption: When Smart Equipment Challenges Traditional Building Automation
Continuing the AI ConversationLast week’s deep dive into Kenny Seaton’s AI-driven transformation at CSU Dominguez Hills revealed how AI machine learning is revolutionizing building operations

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

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,
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

Building Smarter from the Ground Up: Why I’m Joining as an Editor at AutomatedBuildings.com
After more than three decades in the building automation industry, I’ve learned that real progress happens at the intersection of innovation, openness, and practical application.

From Inaction to Innovation: Real Estate Rewired to the Smart AI Building Narrative
On the banks of the Savannah River with UAPs heading to Realcomm (not AI-generated, I saw them with my own eyes!) ONE Cargo Ship from

Foundation of Process Transparency: GitHub Repositories, Community Involvement, and the Linux Way
Introduction The Coalition for Smart Buildings (C4SB) has operated for four years, with many of its founders present today. Today, we are pleased to announce that C4SB officially

BACnet Numbers for BACnet MS/TP MAC Addresses, Device Instances, and BACnet Networks
BACnet numbers are identifiers used in the BACnet protocol to help ensure that data is accurately transmitted and received between devices. However, assigning BACnet numbers

TLDR summary Can Autonomous Buildings Become a Reality with AI?
Summary of AHREXPO 2025 | Can Autonomous Buildings Become a Reality with AI? education session OT/IT Feeds AI, and then OT executes the AI commands.

Build the Future of Building Automation with Us
AutomatedBuildings.com is more than just a website – it’s a collaborative industry resource built by and for building automation professionals. Is your head exploding with

AHR Expo 2025 Free Industry Seminars – AutomatedBuildings.com Education Sessions
Monday, Feb. 10 – Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 | Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL | West Building

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.

Commercializing the Vision for Smarter Buildings: Key Takeaways from Monday Live
Every week, industry leaders and innovators gather to tackle the biggest challenges (and opportunities) in smart buildings, automation, and AI. This month, we’re diving into commercializing

Global Lighting Controls Leader Legrand Unveils Wattstopper i3: Breakthrough Smart Building Management Platform is Powered by Smart Building Industry Disrupter KODE Labs
West Hartford, CT – May 5, 2025 – Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures, today announced the launch of the Wattstopper i3 Platform, a next-generation

The Therapy Session Between Digital Twins and AI (Hosted by Reality)
I didn’t plan on needing therapy. I’m still trying to recover. After 160+ humans weighed in on AI, energy, ethics, and hallucinations, I found myself

Problem Solving in Facility Management: Where Deep Understanding Meets Effective Action
In today’s rapidly evolving facility landscape, problem‑solving is more than a reactionary task—it’s a strategic practice. Whether we are addressing a malfunctioning air‑handling unit (AHU)

Isn’t it all just Semantics?
AutomatedBuildings.com, Mondaylive.org, April 28 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYjApril wrap-up on Ontology. Please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform

The Silent Heartbeat: Why Data Center Management is Non-Negotiable for Healthcare
Healthcare is in the midst of a digital revolution. Once largely paper-based, the industry now relies heavily on interconnected digital systems for virtually every aspect

Neeve at Controls-Con 2025: Hear from the Team
We’re in Detroit this week for Controls-Con, bringing bold ideas and proven strategies for a smarter, safer built world.

Monday Live Recap: Isn’t It All Just Semantics Anyway?
Every Monday afternoon, Anto and a panel of industry experts discuss the future of smarter buildings. This week’s session, “Isn’t It All Just Semantics Anyway?”, delved

Solving the Talent Crisis and Elevating Service with the CUBE Customer Service Portal
The service industry is facing a crossroads. On one side, client expectations are rising — fast. On the other hand, talent shortages are tightening, making

International Organizations Advancing Semantic Interoperability in Smart Buildings
As the C4SB Semantic Tiger Team works to unify North America’s competing building ontologies, parallel international efforts are creating a coordinated global framework for semantic

The Art and Science of Space Sensor Calibration in HVAC and Building Automation Systems
In the world of modern facilities management, where energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational excellence are inseparable, one technical discipline often stands quietly at the

Version Controls – Contractor Collaboration In Real Time
Bidtracer is an innovator in the construction software space, and to bring innovations to market, you have to be passionate about the outcomes. Our passion

Ontologies evolves to Semantics but AI is wanting us to present Resource Description Framework (RDF)
AutomatedBuildings.com, Mondaylive.org , April 21 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYjOntology Tiger Team, please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform

Smart Buildings and AI: The Role of Ontologies
The latest *Monday Live* episode marked a special milestone: 5 years and 224 episodes of exploring the future of smart buildings. Hosts Ken Sinclair and

BACnet Numbers for BACnet MS/TP MAC Addresses, Device Instances, and BACnet Networks
BACnet numbers are identifiers used in the BACnet protocol to help ensure that data is accurately transmitted and received between devices. However, assigning BACnet numbers

AHU-VAV Integration in BAS
We discuss how to integrate Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes into a Building Automation System (BAS) to enhance HVAC performance.

Commercializing the Vision for Smarter Buildings: Key Takeaways from Monday Live
Every week, industry leaders and innovators gather to tackle the biggest challenges (and opportunities) in smart buildings, automation, and AI. This month, we’re diving into commercializing

Global Lighting Controls Leader Legrand Unveils Wattstopper i3: Breakthrough Smart Building Management Platform is Powered by Smart Building Industry Disrupter KODE Labs
West Hartford, CT – May 5, 2025 – Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures, today announced the launch of the Wattstopper i3 Platform, a next-generation

The Therapy Session Between Digital Twins and AI (Hosted by Reality)
I didn’t plan on needing therapy. I’m still trying to recover. After 160+ humans weighed in on AI, energy, ethics, and hallucinations, I found myself

Problem Solving in Facility Management: Where Deep Understanding Meets Effective Action
In today’s rapidly evolving facility landscape, problem‑solving is more than a reactionary task—it’s a strategic practice. Whether we are addressing a malfunctioning air‑handling unit (AHU)

Isn’t it all just Semantics?
AutomatedBuildings.com, Mondaylive.org, April 28 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYjApril wrap-up on Ontology. Please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform

The Silent Heartbeat: Why Data Center Management is Non-Negotiable for Healthcare
Healthcare is in the midst of a digital revolution. Once largely paper-based, the industry now relies heavily on interconnected digital systems for virtually every aspect

Neeve at Controls-Con 2025: Hear from the Team
We’re in Detroit this week for Controls-Con, bringing bold ideas and proven strategies for a smarter, safer built world.

Monday Live Recap: Isn’t It All Just Semantics Anyway?
Every Monday afternoon, Anto and a panel of industry experts discuss the future of smarter buildings. This week’s session, “Isn’t It All Just Semantics Anyway?”, delved

Solving the Talent Crisis and Elevating Service with the CUBE Customer Service Portal
The service industry is facing a crossroads. On one side, client expectations are rising — fast. On the other hand, talent shortages are tightening, making

International Organizations Advancing Semantic Interoperability in Smart Buildings
As the C4SB Semantic Tiger Team works to unify North America’s competing building ontologies, parallel international efforts are creating a coordinated global framework for semantic

The Art and Science of Space Sensor Calibration in HVAC and Building Automation Systems
In the world of modern facilities management, where energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational excellence are inseparable, one technical discipline often stands quietly at the

Version Controls – Contractor Collaboration In Real Time
Bidtracer is an innovator in the construction software space, and to bring innovations to market, you have to be passionate about the outcomes. Our passion

Ontologies evolves to Semantics but AI is wanting us to present Resource Description Framework (RDF)
AutomatedBuildings.com, Mondaylive.org , April 21 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYjOntology Tiger Team, please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform

Smart Buildings and AI: The Role of Ontologies
The latest *Monday Live* episode marked a special milestone: 5 years and 224 episodes of exploring the future of smart buildings. Hosts Ken Sinclair and

BACnet Numbers for BACnet MS/TP MAC Addresses, Device Instances, and BACnet Networks
BACnet numbers are identifiers used in the BACnet protocol to help ensure that data is accurately transmitted and received between devices. However, assigning BACnet numbers

AHU-VAV Integration in BAS
We discuss how to integrate Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes into a Building Automation System (BAS) to enhance HVAC performance.