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How to Define and Justify a Smart Building

What do you think of the following as a definition of a smart building? "A truly intelligent building is informative, predictive, responsive, adaptive, diagnostic, corrective, and self-healing." That's a lofty goal. Do you think technology is there yet? Check out the article for a look at how to build a business case for smart buildings, then let me know your thoughts.

     Ed Sullivan, 10 comments


How Common Is It for Cyberattacks through the BAS?

The power and convenience of networked building automation systems come with cybersecurity concerns. Find out just how common it is for cyberattacks to come through BAS systems, as well as steps to take to improve BAS cybersecurity in the cover story of Building Operating Management's July 2016 issue. While you're there, cruise over to other essential reading on flooring, HVAC and improving building resilience. I look forward to your comments.

     Greg Zimmerman, Be the first to comment


Internet of Things Promises to Enhance BAS

The building automation system has long been the brain of the building. The emergence of the Building Internet of Things brings new options for data gathering and analysis — things like intelligent sensors, cloud-based platforms, and advanced analytics. Even though some of those new choices go straight from a sensor to a cloud platform, many others have some connection to the BAS. And the proliferation of Building IoT sensors means more data, in many cases opening new opportunities for the BAS. Click here to see what some leading BAS vendors have to say about the impact of the Building IoT on the BAS.

     Ed Sullivan, Be the first to comment


Has Pokemon Fever Hit Your Facility?

Museums, businesses and even military bases are getting caught up in the Pokemon Go craze that is sweeping the world. But not every facility found to possess virtual monsters seems thrilled to be part of the game. The game, available for a free download on iPhone and Android mobile phones, uses real-world places for players to search for imaginary items. Has your facility been inundated with Pokemon players? What's been the result? Read about others' experiences, then let us know yours.

     Dave Lubach, Be the first to comment


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