For decades, popular media has skewed our perception of smart buildings. The heuristically programmed algorithmic computer HAL 9000, featured in Stanley Kubrick’s film “2001: A Space Odyssey” (1968), depicts a malevolent and preservationist system that jeopardized the lives of its crew. By 2001, the Ultrahouse 3000 in “The Simpsons” kept the misconceptions alive by depicting

Building owners and facility managers are turning to technology to improve efficiency, sustainability, and occupant comfort while simultaneously working toward reducing operation and maintenance costs. Using a range of wireless sensors, those responsible for building operations can automate the collection of data to monitor energy usage, infrastructure issues, room usage, supply levels,r and more, turning

Last May, the BuildON project was launched. It focuses on smart buildings, in particular on the transition to decarbonisation and digitalisation of energy management systems. Its goal is to “build the next generation of smart buildings”. With a 20-strong consortium, the project will last three and a half years and is funded by the EU's

Technology is advancing incredibly, and its influence can be seen in almost every aspect of our lives. One area where technology has significantly impacted is the construction and management of commercial buildings. Smart buildings equipped with innovative technologies are revolutionizing the way businesses operate. Read on as we explore how these advancements transform the commercial

After the latest industry evolution, it seems every device you own, wear, or interact with has turned ‘smart’ (or will inevitably become). You can trace your steps, your sleep and even the food in your fridge. Devices that accomplished a specific task are now able to do multiple things at once and/or connect with other

Artificial intelligence in smart building management will become a necessity in coming years to make buildings more adaptive and not just automated, according to a new survey of smart building tech facility managers and other end users. The survey by analyst firm Omdia of 248 facility, security and IT managers of smart building tech, along

As energy consumption continues to rise, it’s becoming increasingly crucial for businesses and homeowners alike to use technology to boost their energy efficiency. Smart building technologies are becoming increasingly popular for reducing heating, cooling, and electricity usage costs and providing a safer working environment. With the right tools, organizations can achieve better performance from their

Employers can utilize smart buildings to reinvent the workplace and encourage people to return to the office in a beneficial way. Stefan Schwab, CEO of Enlighted, joins Ryan Chacon on the IoT For All Podcast to discuss smart buildings and the future of work. They cover the current state of smart buildings, using IoT data from smart buildings, leading

New York, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In 2022, the global smart buildings market accounted for USD 72.8 billion and is expected to reach USD 304.3 billion in 2032, this market is estimated to register a CAGR of 15.8% between 2023 to 2032. The global smart building market for buildings that use advanced technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from being merely a buzzword to presenting definable roles and tangible benefits for smart buildings. The past three years have seen the emergence of genuinely innovative use cases for AI technologies within the IoT for smart buildings (BIoT). While the rise of generative AI, like ChatGPT (developed