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Kelly Sinclair

I’m fascinated by the world of automated and smarter buildings, even though I’m not an industry expert. My background is in sales, onboarding, and support, honed through years of experience at Shopify and Functionfox Systems. My connection to this industry comes from my family and my passion for learning. To contribute to the conversation, I actively research and create content based on insights from industry sponsors and the valuable resources available on AutomatedBuildings.com. It’s a constant learning process, but I’m excited to explore this evolving landscape and contribute to its growth. I look forward to connecting with our sponsors and contributors and creating a community around AutomatedBuildings.com. www.linkedin.com/in/KellyJSinclair00

Software is Eating Buildings: Are We Ready for the Feast?

Software is Eating Buildings: Are We Ready for the Feast? The discussion highlighted the tension between the rapid pace of technological advancement and the industry’s ability to adapt. While the ingredients for a “smarter building dish” are becoming clear, challenges remain in terms of procurement models, change management, and aligning technology with business outcomes.

Why BAS Must Embrace System-of-Systems to Thrive in a Software-Defined World

The future of building automation lies in embracing SoS. By fostering interoperability, data sharing, and a software-centric mindset, we can create truly intelligent buildings that meet the evolving needs of owners and occupants. It’s time for the BAS industry to step up and lead the charge.

What are your thoughts on SoS and the future of BAS?

Integrating Interoperable Systems within a System of Systems: A Deep Dive

The phrase “integrating interoperable systems” might seem contradictory at first glance. After all, if systems are truly interoperable, shouldn’t they seamlessly work together within an SoS without requiring additional integration? While this logic holds, the reality is more complex.

digital twins systems of systems framework

A System-Centric Design for Digital Twin Interoperability

The Digital Twin System Interoperability Framework white paper outlines key concepts and considerations for achieving interoperability in digital twin systems. It emphasizes a system-centric design approach, where everything is viewed as a system, enabling normalized processes and a common metamodel for inherent interoperability.

System of Systems: The Key to Unlocking Building Intelligence

💡 Buildings are more than brick and mortar! They’re complex systems of interconnected technologies working together to create comfortable, efficient, and sustainable spaces. This #SystemOfSystems approach is revolutionizing how we design, build, and operate buildings

buildings as assets

Understanding the System of Systems -Buildings as Assets

The final MondayLive! session in September, encapsulates the challenge and opportunity at the heart of asset management in smart buildings. It acknowledges that technology is a powerful tool, but ultimately, its success hinges on its ability to drive positive change in human behavior and organizational practices

The Open Source Revolution: Why Industries Are Collaborating Like Never Before

Open source is no longer a niche concept. It’s a powerful driver of innovation across all industries. By embracing open collaboration, companies can overcome challenges, reduce costs, and unlock new opportunities for growth. As the Linux Foundation continues to expand its support for open-source communities, we can expect to see even more transformative changes in the years to come. One of the most exciting aspects of this open-source revolution is the cross-pollination of ideas and best practices across different industries. For example, the energy sector is learning from the successes of the telecom industry in adopting open source for grid modernization and the integration of renewable energy sources.

Total cost of operation and how it applies to smart buildings

Buildings as Assets: The Rise of TCO and the Need for a Systems-of-Systems Approach

The conversation surrounding TCO is gaining traction as the industry recognizes the need for a more strategic and data-driven approach to asset management. The concept of buildings as assets is becoming deeply intertwined with TCO, driving the industry towards greater efficiency, sustainability, and value creation. As technologies evolve and data becomes more accessible, the future of TCO looks bright.

imaginary graphs to show the different data, and models with Systems of Systems

Different Models for System of Systems

A system of systems (SoS) is a group of systems that work together to achieve a common goal. SoS is becoming increasingly common in our world as we rely on increasingly complex systems to function. Managing SoS can be challenging, as there are many different factors to consider. Here are the different models that can be applied, with examples.

These models can be used to help organizations develop, manage, and improve their SoS.

Software is Eating Buildings: Are We Ready for the Feast?

Software is Eating Buildings: Are We Ready for the Feast? The discussion highlighted the tension between the rapid pace of technological advancement and the industry’s ability to adapt. While the ingredients for a “smarter building dish” are becoming clear, challenges remain in terms of procurement models, change management, and aligning technology with business outcomes.

Why BAS Must Embrace System-of-Systems to Thrive in a Software-Defined World

The future of building automation lies in embracing SoS. By fostering interoperability, data sharing, and a software-centric mindset, we can create truly intelligent buildings that meet the evolving needs of owners and occupants. It’s time for the BAS industry to step up and lead the charge.

What are your thoughts on SoS and the future of BAS?

Integrating Interoperable Systems within a System of Systems: A Deep Dive

The phrase “integrating interoperable systems” might seem contradictory at first glance. After all, if systems are truly interoperable, shouldn’t they seamlessly work together within an SoS without requiring additional integration? While this logic holds, the reality is more complex.

digital twins systems of systems framework

A System-Centric Design for Digital Twin Interoperability

The Digital Twin System Interoperability Framework white paper outlines key concepts and considerations for achieving interoperability in digital twin systems. It emphasizes a system-centric design approach, where everything is viewed as a system, enabling normalized processes and a common metamodel for inherent interoperability.

System of Systems: The Key to Unlocking Building Intelligence

💡 Buildings are more than brick and mortar! They’re complex systems of interconnected technologies working together to create comfortable, efficient, and sustainable spaces. This #SystemOfSystems approach is revolutionizing how we design, build, and operate buildings

buildings as assets

Understanding the System of Systems -Buildings as Assets

The final MondayLive! session in September, encapsulates the challenge and opportunity at the heart of asset management in smart buildings. It acknowledges that technology is a powerful tool, but ultimately, its success hinges on its ability to drive positive change in human behavior and organizational practices

The Open Source Revolution: Why Industries Are Collaborating Like Never Before

Open source is no longer a niche concept. It’s a powerful driver of innovation across all industries. By embracing open collaboration, companies can overcome challenges, reduce costs, and unlock new opportunities for growth. As the Linux Foundation continues to expand its support for open-source communities, we can expect to see even more transformative changes in the years to come. One of the most exciting aspects of this open-source revolution is the cross-pollination of ideas and best practices across different industries. For example, the energy sector is learning from the successes of the telecom industry in adopting open source for grid modernization and the integration of renewable energy sources.

Total cost of operation and how it applies to smart buildings

Buildings as Assets: The Rise of TCO and the Need for a Systems-of-Systems Approach

The conversation surrounding TCO is gaining traction as the industry recognizes the need for a more strategic and data-driven approach to asset management. The concept of buildings as assets is becoming deeply intertwined with TCO, driving the industry towards greater efficiency, sustainability, and value creation. As technologies evolve and data becomes more accessible, the future of TCO looks bright.

imaginary graphs to show the different data, and models with Systems of Systems

Different Models for System of Systems

A system of systems (SoS) is a group of systems that work together to achieve a common goal. SoS is becoming increasingly common in our world as we rely on increasingly complex systems to function. Managing SoS can be challenging, as there are many different factors to consider. Here are the different models that can be applied, with examples.

These models can be used to help organizations develop, manage, and improve their SoS.