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The rapid changing Automated Building industry has always required that all players be constantly re-educating themselves-

Why OT leaders are getting rid of VPNs

Real estate organizations commonly rely on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and desktop sharing apps to enable remote access. However, these technologies are increasingly the targets of hackers as they provide an easy point of entry for ransomware attacks and data breaches. Understand these risks and learn about a more secure alternative: modern cloud-based remote access platforms.

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

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.

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.

5 Marketing Strategies Every Distributor Should Know

Automation and marketing go together like rebar and concrete. Facing a brand new fiscal year, these are 5 marketing strategies every distributor in the construction industry should know if they want to grow:

Driving Forces of Change for Smarter Buildings

The future of smart buildings hinges on our ability to embrace collaboration, invest in our workforce, and leverage technology to solve real-world problems. By focusing on people and prioritizing outcomes over individual technologies, we can create a more sustainable and efficient built environment.

Automate Processes for Better Project Management

Eliminate the need for using Excel or Project – provide calculations and complete project-specific tasks automatically around the clock. We outlined some of the most important benefits of using a CRM like Bidtracer for project management and putting spreadsheets in your past for good.

data silos in smarter buildings

Integrating Building Silos: A Deep Dive into Data and Use Cases

This post explores the challenges and opportunities of integrating various building systems, or “silos,” to achieve greater efficiency and functionality. It emphasizes the importance of understanding use cases and user requirements to unlock the value of data generated by these systems. By focusing on specific use cases and establishing standards for data exchange, the building industry can move towards a more integrated and efficient ecosystem, benefiting tenants, operations teams, and asset managers alike. The TXO (Total Cost of Ownership) framework provides a useful tool for prioritizing investments in data integration and maximizing financial benefits.

Why OT leaders are getting rid of VPNs

Real estate organizations commonly rely on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and desktop sharing apps to enable remote access. However, these technologies are increasingly the targets of hackers as they provide an easy point of entry for ransomware attacks and data breaches. Understand these risks and learn about a more secure alternative: modern cloud-based remote access platforms.

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

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.

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.

5 Marketing Strategies Every Distributor Should Know

Automation and marketing go together like rebar and concrete. Facing a brand new fiscal year, these are 5 marketing strategies every distributor in the construction industry should know if they want to grow:

Driving Forces of Change for Smarter Buildings

The future of smart buildings hinges on our ability to embrace collaboration, invest in our workforce, and leverage technology to solve real-world problems. By focusing on people and prioritizing outcomes over individual technologies, we can create a more sustainable and efficient built environment.

Automate Processes for Better Project Management

Eliminate the need for using Excel or Project – provide calculations and complete project-specific tasks automatically around the clock. We outlined some of the most important benefits of using a CRM like Bidtracer for project management and putting spreadsheets in your past for good.

data silos in smarter buildings

Integrating Building Silos: A Deep Dive into Data and Use Cases

This post explores the challenges and opportunities of integrating various building systems, or “silos,” to achieve greater efficiency and functionality. It emphasizes the importance of understanding use cases and user requirements to unlock the value of data generated by these systems. By focusing on specific use cases and establishing standards for data exchange, the building industry can move towards a more integrated and efficient ecosystem, benefiting tenants, operations teams, and asset managers alike. The TXO (Total Cost of Ownership) framework provides a useful tool for prioritizing investments in data integration and maximizing financial benefits.