For Episode 31, we were joined by Tomás Mac Eoin from Master Systems Integrator (MSI) Hereworks to Discuss their Swift HR Concept. The Swift HR concept envisions a cross-functional team, led by Human Resources (HR), with the agility to quickly respond to, and manage smart building insights. So it becomes a guiding force for integrating human feedback into the data layer of smart buildings systems, thus improving the user experience. SWIFT HR S = Safety W = Workplace I = IT F = Facilities T = Technology H = Human Resources R = Real Estate More on the Hereworks here 👉👉 https://hereworks.io/

For Episode 30, we were joined by Nick Clark and Mike Brooman to discuss Aukett Swanke's recent acquisition of the assets of Vanti. We discussed the reasons behind the acquisition. It's Aukett Swanke's 4th acquisition within a year and we also discussed their plans to improve the delivery of smart building technology on commercial building projects. More on the acquisition here 👉👉 https//memoori.com/aukett-swanke-expand-smart-buildings-vanti-acquisition/

For Episode 29, we were joined by Brahm Lategan, Smart Building Consultant @ MiX based in London. We dived into the world of Commercial Building Data. Why are data integration problems in commercial buildings so persistent? AND how can we fix them? Brahm introduces Unified Namespace (UNS), an architecture from Industrial Automation, as a possible solution. UNS can create a centralized, non-hierarchical structure for real-time data exchange across IT and OT systems.

For Episode 28, we were joined by Zane Mansha from UK Smart Building Master System Integrator, Vanti (https://vanti.co.uk/). Zane describes himself as a 'Realist Technophile', having a love for technology but grounded in wanting to deliver real-world outcomes. We dig into the benefits of this perspective in the smart building industry. Zane shared his thoughts on the current 'state of technology' in commercial buildings and the issues around translating complex user requirements into smart building technical designs.

For Episode 27, we were joined by Cliff Majersik from the Institute for Market Transformation (https://www.imt.org/), where he helps to shape policy around energy efficiency in buildings. Will standards really drive wide-scale building decarbonization? And what does that mean for smart building technology? Cliff shared his deep knowledge of energy efficiency standards, building ratings and building codes. We discussed Local Law 97 and its impact as a driver of investment in decarbonizing buildings in the US. And how it compares to the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive in the EU.

For Episode 26, we were joined by Stefan Schmidt from Meterz - https://www.meterz.co.uk/ - to Discuss Building Retrofitting and why it's THE Smarter, more Sustainable Choice over New Construction! Why are older buildings being left behind in the smart tech revolution? And what does this mean for the future of smart buildings? Listen Now!

In this Era of ESG Reporting and Focus on Climate Change, how can Organisations Change their Culture to make Sustainability a Habit? In Episode #25 of our Podcast, Prabhu Ramachandran, CEO of Facilio Joins us for an In-Depth Discussion on the Subject!

Recent global events have reminded us again of the importance of accurate intelligence when it comes to security. How should professionals responsible for the safety of commercial buildings think about threat intelligence and use it not just to keep people safe but improve operational efficiency? Lyndsay Close from Intelligence Fusion joins us for an in-depth discussion on the subject! Intelligence Fusion have published a white paper "A Guide to Using Threat Intelligence in the Built Space" which you can download for Free https://www.intelligencefusion.co.uk/insights/resources/whitepapers/a-guide-to-using-threat-intelligence-in-the-built-space/

We sat down with Rob Murchison from Intelligent Buildings & Craig Stevenson from Auros Group for a free-ranging discussion about the power of Retrofit and Existing Buildings! Rob & Craig shared their advice about how & where building owners should start with retrofit projects. We also discussed how realistic Net Zero is for Older buildings and whether the Commercial Real Estate industry will reach their Net Zero Carbon targets by 2050. * The Power of Existing Buildings Book - https://www.amazon.com/Power-Existing-Buildings-Improve-Environmental/dp/164283050X * Show Slides - https://www.slideshare.net/JamesMcHale1/the-carbon-lifestyle-not-a-fad

We sat down with Gabe Fierro, Assistant Professor at the Colorado School of Mines and Co-Founder of the Brick Schema for a free-ranging discussion about how different Metadata Schemas are converging to model buildings! We covered how different metadata schemas like Brick Schema and Project Haystack complement rather than compete with one another. Common misconceptions about Open Metadata Schemas. When to use them? And how to actually use these RDF models in practice! * Brick Schema - https://brickschema.org/ * Project Haystack - https://project-haystack.org/ * RealEstateCore - https://www.realestatecore.io/ * ASHRAE 223P - https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings...