The conversation around smart buildings usually centers on large facilities such as office towers, hospitals, airports, and corporate campuses. Yet the vast majority of buildings in the United States are under 50,000 square feet. These light commercial buildings represent more than five million structures, and most still rely on basic thermostats, manual controls, and reactive […]
For decades, smart building technology has focused on large facilities such as office towers, hospitals, airports, and campuses—leaving smaller buildings behind. As we explored in our earlier blogs, “Thermostats Don’t Scale Up” and “Building Automation Systems Don’t Scale Down,” the solutions available to light commercial buildings have always existed at opposite extremes. Traditional building automation […]
There are more than 5.5 million light commercial buildings under 50,000 square feet in the United States, yet more than 86 percent still lack any form of advanced automation or monitoring. As discussed in our earlier blog, “Thermostats Don’t Scale Up,” these buildings have been left behind because the solutions available to them have never […]
The vast majority of light commercial buildings still rely on basic, residential-style thermostats. This is not because they are the best choice, but because they have been the only practical one. Installed by contractors for simplicity and cost, these devices filled the gap left by complex and expensive building automation systems. As businesses now demand […]
The Buildings You Manage Aren’t Overhead, They’re Revenue Enablers If you manage facilities for a multi-site business such as a quick-service restaurant chain, a regional bank, or a group of retail stores, facility management isn’t just a cost center. It directly influences customer experience, operational efficiency, and ultimately, your bottom line. Every equipment failure, every […]
In a recent episode of the Fractional C-Suite Retreat podcast, host Dave Blanchard sits down with Salvatore D’Auria, the CEO of UBX Systems, to explore how UBX is revolutionizing the commercial building industry. The UBX mission is to save energy, increase comfort, and make these buildings smarter by providing solutions that are not only effective […]
This post brings together our examination of water damage risks and the preventative power of modern leak detection systems. It focuses on the direct financial benefits of implementing these systems and their tangible return on investment through reduced costs and substantial insurance savings. The Financial Case for Leak Detection Beyond the protection against water damage, […]
In the previous blog “The Impact of Modern Leak Detection on Property Insurance”, the significant financial impact of water damage on commercial properties was highlighted. From extensive property damage to debilitating business interruptions, unchecked water can lead to significant losses. This post delves into the specific threats businesses face from water intrusion and explores how […]
Water is essential for life but when it’s in the wrong place at the wrong time, water can quickly become a commercial property owner’s worst nightmare. In fact, every commercial property from bustling warehouses to office complexes has water somewhere on the property. Water damage can happen almost anywhere and isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s […]
This is part 3 of our Thermostat Setback series. Previously we highlighted HVAC setbacks as a means of reducing energy consumption, validated by research highlighting the use of setbacks across a wide range of buildings and industries. Numerous research studies, including those conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), have demonstrated that adjusting temperature […]
HVAC is the top source of energy use in commercial buildings, topping an average of 40% (Heating 32%, Cooling 9%) in the most recent Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) from the U.S. Energy Information Administration[1]. Implementing effective heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) energy management strategies are crucial for minimizing operational costs. Thermostat setbacks, […]
