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Streamlining Facility Operations through Workflows in Adaptive Buildings
Facility management in adaptive buildings is a multifaceted domain involving several layers of operations, from managing maintenance schedules to ensuring smooth coordination among various stakeholders.
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QA Graphics: Developing Enduring Client Relationships and Brand Guidelines
At QA Graphics, they focus on forging enduring relationships with their clients by delivering customized solutions that align with your brand and style preferences. Here’s how they can assist you in setting up a company standard for your user interface, ensuring uniformity and excellence across all your projects.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DALL·E-2024-07-07-15.59.08-1024x585.png)
Unleashing the Dragon Within: How to Train Your AI, Inspired by Hiccup and Toothless
The heart of DreamWorks’ animated masterpiece, “How to Train Your Dragon,” tells a tale of unlikely friendship, understanding, and the power of challenging conventions. Although
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Reimagining Smart Buildings: The Case for Breaking Down Silos
In a lively July 2024 discussion on Monday Live, industry experts delved into the complexities of integrating building silos, exploring the potential of various applications and the challenges of interoperability. The conversation centered on creating a matrix to assess the relevance of different building systems for various applications, sparking debate about the scoring system and revealing the vast, untapped potential of integrated building data. The discussion highlighted the need for open, accessible data and affordable integration solutions to drive innovation and ultimately transform the smart building landscape.
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Work in Smart Buildings
Within the smart building industry, there are universal challenges which exists among all facets of the business whether one is a manufacturer, system integrator, contractor,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/VP6-devices-1024x549.jpg)
Control Solutions ValuPoint IoT Edge Server
ValuPoint IoT Edge Server Control Solutions has introduced two new products in its ValuPoint family, the VP6-1460 IoT Edge Server for Modbus, and VP6-1470 IoT
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What is UDMI? Google Universal data management interface
A universal data management interface (UDMI) system includes a processing system generates a visual interface through which a user can access, manage, and manipulate data
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Why become a sponsor of AutomatedBuildings?
AutomatedBuildings is a virtual library for the BAS industry
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AutomatedBuildings.com Founders Jane and Ken Transition to Editorial Board at AHRExpo Chicago
What Is AutomatedBuildings.com? See this video clip summary on LinkedIn In the video, the transition is explained. Videos of each Education Session are part of
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
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The HVAC Industry Needs a Customer Service Intervention
Clients are looking to get the best deal, the fastest delivery, lowest operational costs, and simplified maintenance. However, when a client requires a Past Performance Survey to rank your prior project excellence, none of those items are on the list. There is no mention of product price, solution longevity, or operational cost reduction…
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Streamlining-Facility-Operations-1024x576.png)
Streamlining Facility Operations through Workflows in Adaptive Buildings
Facility management in adaptive buildings is a multifaceted domain involving several layers of operations, from managing maintenance schedules to ensuring smooth coordination among various stakeholders.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/HX-1024x576.webp)
QA Graphics: Developing Enduring Client Relationships and Brand Guidelines
At QA Graphics, they focus on forging enduring relationships with their clients by delivering customized solutions that align with your brand and style preferences. Here’s how they can assist you in setting up a company standard for your user interface, ensuring uniformity and excellence across all your projects.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DALL·E-2024-07-07-15.59.08-1024x585.png)
Unleashing the Dragon Within: How to Train Your AI, Inspired by Hiccup and Toothless
The heart of DreamWorks’ animated masterpiece, “How to Train Your Dragon,” tells a tale of unlikely friendship, understanding, and the power of challenging conventions. Although
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Untitled-65-1024x580.png)
Reimagining Smart Buildings: The Case for Breaking Down Silos
In a lively July 2024 discussion on Monday Live, industry experts delved into the complexities of integrating building silos, exploring the potential of various applications and the challenges of interoperability. The conversation centered on creating a matrix to assess the relevance of different building systems for various applications, sparking debate about the scoring system and revealing the vast, untapped potential of integrated building data. The discussion highlighted the need for open, accessible data and affordable integration solutions to drive innovation and ultimately transform the smart building landscape.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Picture1.jpg)
Work in Smart Buildings
Within the smart building industry, there are universal challenges which exists among all facets of the business whether one is a manufacturer, system integrator, contractor,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/VP6-devices-1024x549.jpg)
Control Solutions ValuPoint IoT Edge Server
ValuPoint IoT Edge Server Control Solutions has introduced two new products in its ValuPoint family, the VP6-1460 IoT Edge Server for Modbus, and VP6-1470 IoT
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-18-1024x538.png)
What is UDMI? Google Universal data management interface
A universal data management interface (UDMI) system includes a processing system generates a visual interface through which a user can access, manage, and manipulate data
![automatedbuildings is a virtual library for the BAS industry](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Untitled-38-1024x512.png)
Why become a sponsor of AutomatedBuildings?
AutomatedBuildings is a virtual library for the BAS industry
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/editoralboard-1024x536.png)
AutomatedBuildings.com Founders Jane and Ken Transition to Editorial Board at AHRExpo Chicago
What Is AutomatedBuildings.com? See this video clip summary on LinkedIn In the video, the transition is explained. Videos of each Education Session are part of
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
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Bidtracer-Blog-Header-Automated-Buildings-July-15-2024-rev2-1024x576.png)
The HVAC Industry Needs a Customer Service Intervention
Clients are looking to get the best deal, the fastest delivery, lowest operational costs, and simplified maintenance. However, when a client requires a Past Performance Survey to rank your prior project excellence, none of those items are on the list. There is no mention of product price, solution longevity, or operational cost reduction…
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/shutterstock_154593596-plant-control-room-1024x679.jpg)
Universal Automation.The New Paradigm in the Built Environment.
By Marc Petock, Vice President, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Lynxspring The operational technology landscape within the built environment is rapidly evolving and influenced by
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The Green Frontier: Smart HVAC Schedulers and Sustainability
In the quest to reduce carbon footprints and achieve sustainability goals, commercial and industrial buildings have a powerful ally: smart HVAC schedulers. This technology is
![clipart](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/June24-mondaylive-1024x580.png)
Monday Live June 24th, The key takeaways
Review and discussion of last week’s /IBcon in Tampa, with a special focus on the pre-con presentation ML and C4SB TLDR: The key takeaways from
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bidtracer-Blog-Header-Automated-Buildings-June-24-1024x576.png)
ACCURACY in Estimating
A large contractor could be losing hundreds of billable hours a day across their workforce due to delivering service work that should have been billed separately, or in addition to the current project. Bidtracer generates multiple quotes quickly from the field, within the app in real time, so you’ll never lose track of all those one-off billable hours.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Optimization-with-ecobee-Wi-Fi-Thermostats.09-1024x576.png)
Full Building Optimization with ecobee Wi-Fi Thermostats
Overview Let’s explore integrating S4’s BACnet technology with ecobee thermostats, offering a comprehensive solution for building automation. This integration enhances building performance, optimizes energy management,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-15.png)
Reliable Controls names Cameron Lutz as vice president of Marketing and Communications
Victoria, BC, Canada—Reliable Controls is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Lutz as vice president of Marketing and Communications. In his new role, Cameron leads the Marketing,
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When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist
In this live session, C4SB explores how existing IT standards can be utilized to develop an enterprise data-access platform and marketplace that unlocks the immense
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-13.png)
“The Talent Gap”
During the Smart Building Integrator Summit at Realcomm Events #Ibcon General Manager, Brian Oswald moderated a panel including Lewis Martin, LMC, Russ Holton, Bedrock Detroit,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-12.png)
Watch the Livestream from Tampa Realcomm/IBcon When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist.
C4SB Coalition for Smarter Buildings Introduction video clip IBcon is pleased to announce a new precon event in partnership with the Coalition for Smarter Buildings
![Cloudnative](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cloud-2570257_1280-1024x455.jpg)
June 17th Monday Live session focused on smart buildings and cloud-native technologies.
Automation alone is not enough for smart buildings. Data needs to be accessible and understandable to make buildings truly smart.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bidtracer-Blog-Header-Automated-Buildings-June-17-2024-1024x576.png)
Budgeting for Construction Software
Don’t wait until you’re in the middle of delivering an exceptional project to lose the primary role to a competitor with better infrastructure.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-6-e1718701527616.png)
When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist. Watch the Livestream
This event is sold out at Realcomm/IBcon https://realcomm.com/realcomm-2024/pre-con/event/automation-ne-smart Watch the Livestream AutomatedBuildings.com, a media sponsor MondayLive! video below provides a preview of what the session
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-16.png)
Let’s talk! Are you in on this collaborative vision for AI in building tech?
We are incredibly honored to receive the IBcon Digie Award for Best Use of AI Intelligent Buildings at the RealComm/IBcon 2024 conference!This award recognizes the
![The criteria for a viable solution for smarter buildings and the challenges hindering progress](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Untitled-62-1024x580.png)
The criteria for a viable solution for smarter buildings and the challenges hindering progress
Monday Live! June 10, 2024 The discussion focused on the criteria for a viable solution to address the problem of fragmented silos and lack of
![considerations/guidelines for automated building solutions](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/internet-3484137_1280-1024x642.jpg)
2024 design criteria for automation solutions, has it evolved?
Automation solutions must be nimbly designed, open, secure, and cloud-native to leverage modern IT architectures and tools.
what has changed?
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-5-1024x574.png)
Criteria for a Viable Solution
Discussing the criteria for a viable solution to the lack of available data for smarter buildings.\ Jun/3: Understanding the Problem Jun/10: Criteria for a Viable
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Universal Automation.The New Paradigm in the Built Environment.
By Marc Petock, Vice President, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Lynxspring The operational technology landscape within the built environment is rapidly evolving and influenced by
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HVAC-Scheduling-Featured-Image-1024x585.png)
The Green Frontier: Smart HVAC Schedulers and Sustainability
In the quest to reduce carbon footprints and achieve sustainability goals, commercial and industrial buildings have a powerful ally: smart HVAC schedulers. This technology is
![clipart](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/June24-mondaylive-1024x580.png)
Monday Live June 24th, The key takeaways
Review and discussion of last week’s /IBcon in Tampa, with a special focus on the pre-con presentation ML and C4SB TLDR: The key takeaways from
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bidtracer-Blog-Header-Automated-Buildings-June-24-1024x576.png)
ACCURACY in Estimating
A large contractor could be losing hundreds of billable hours a day across their workforce due to delivering service work that should have been billed separately, or in addition to the current project. Bidtracer generates multiple quotes quickly from the field, within the app in real time, so you’ll never lose track of all those one-off billable hours.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Optimization-with-ecobee-Wi-Fi-Thermostats.09-1024x576.png)
Full Building Optimization with ecobee Wi-Fi Thermostats
Overview Let’s explore integrating S4’s BACnet technology with ecobee thermostats, offering a comprehensive solution for building automation. This integration enhances building performance, optimizes energy management,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-15.png)
Reliable Controls names Cameron Lutz as vice president of Marketing and Communications
Victoria, BC, Canada—Reliable Controls is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Lutz as vice president of Marketing and Communications. In his new role, Cameron leads the Marketing,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-14.png)
When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist
In this live session, C4SB explores how existing IT standards can be utilized to develop an enterprise data-access platform and marketplace that unlocks the immense
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-13.png)
“The Talent Gap”
During the Smart Building Integrator Summit at Realcomm Events #Ibcon General Manager, Brian Oswald moderated a panel including Lewis Martin, LMC, Russ Holton, Bedrock Detroit,
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-12.png)
Watch the Livestream from Tampa Realcomm/IBcon When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist.
C4SB Coalition for Smarter Buildings Introduction video clip IBcon is pleased to announce a new precon event in partnership with the Coalition for Smarter Buildings
![Cloudnative](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cloud-2570257_1280-1024x455.jpg)
June 17th Monday Live session focused on smart buildings and cloud-native technologies.
Automation alone is not enough for smart buildings. Data needs to be accessible and understandable to make buildings truly smart.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bidtracer-Blog-Header-Automated-Buildings-June-17-2024-1024x576.png)
Budgeting for Construction Software
Don’t wait until you’re in the middle of delivering an exceptional project to lose the primary role to a competitor with better infrastructure.
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-6-e1718701527616.png)
When Data is Invisible to AI, Smart Buildings Do not Exist. Watch the Livestream
This event is sold out at Realcomm/IBcon https://realcomm.com/realcomm-2024/pre-con/event/automation-ne-smart Watch the Livestream AutomatedBuildings.com, a media sponsor MondayLive! video below provides a preview of what the session
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-16.png)
Let’s talk! Are you in on this collaborative vision for AI in building tech?
We are incredibly honored to receive the IBcon Digie Award for Best Use of AI Intelligent Buildings at the RealComm/IBcon 2024 conference!This award recognizes the
![The criteria for a viable solution for smarter buildings and the challenges hindering progress](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Untitled-62-1024x580.png)
The criteria for a viable solution for smarter buildings and the challenges hindering progress
Monday Live! June 10, 2024 The discussion focused on the criteria for a viable solution to address the problem of fragmented silos and lack of
![considerations/guidelines for automated building solutions](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/internet-3484137_1280-1024x642.jpg)
2024 design criteria for automation solutions, has it evolved?
Automation solutions must be nimbly designed, open, secure, and cloud-native to leverage modern IT architectures and tools.
what has changed?
![](https://www.automatedbuildings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-5-1024x574.png)
Criteria for a Viable Solution
Discussing the criteria for a viable solution to the lack of available data for smarter buildings.\ Jun/3: Understanding the Problem Jun/10: Criteria for a Viable