2025 Smart Building Trends & Technology Adoption

ABOUT THE RESEARCH

The purpose of this crowd-funded collaborative research (valued at $80,000) is to define, investigate and make recommendations to industry participants regarding various markets within the Smart Building space. The research will provide a comprehensive analysis of key technical barriers, customer pain points, and adoption challenges in these markets, as well as identify the strategies, technologies, and business models most likely to confront those challenges and drive revenue growth in the future. Access to research is only available to participating funding organizations.

METHODOLOGY

The project will include the following four components:

  • Annual Building Operator Survey (x1)
    • Target audience: 300 Commercial Buildings Owner/Operators in Canada and USA
    • Survey covering key topics/opportunities to gain annual perspective of operator needs/outlook
    • The research will utilize both industry expert interviews and consumer surveys
    • Co-branded 10-15-page survey highlights report
  • Quarterly Market & Technology Tracking (x3)
    • Intelligent buildings-related M&A, key funding rounds, and similar maneuvers from prior quarter
    • Other key tech/market news, such as policy and regulatory updates from prior quarter
  • Smart Buildings Trend Analysis (5-7 Topics)
    • In collaboration with the Steering Committee, this initiative will identify and research 5-7 critical industry trends, incorporating survey data to support quantitative analysis. The scope of analysis for each trend will be defined in consultation with the Steering Committee, ensuring a comprehensive assessment. Additionally, market sizing and impact evaluations will be conducted for relevant topics to provide valuable insights.
    • Deliverables:
      • 7-12-page PowerPoint chapter for each trend in the final report.
      • 2-3 infographics summarizing key takeaways.
  • Steering Committee Meetings (x6) and Other Interactions
    • 6-7 Steering Committee meetings, with minutes and recordings
    • 1:1 meetings with funders to understand needs and priorities
    • Organization webinars for each funder to review research findings
    • Final webinar to review research findings (included in both funding levels)

Click here for the full Research Prospectus.

TIMELINE

Deliverables will be released throughout the year and are expected to be completed Q4 2025.

COST

Bronze Funder – $5K USD:

  • Full Research
    • All research reports: Annual Building Operator Survey (x1), Quarterly Market & Technology Tracking (x3), Smart Buildings Trends Analysis
    • Raw data obtained from the research
    • Executive summary
    • Presentations
    • Infographics
  • Opportunity to participate in the final webinar with all the funders which will highlight the findings of the research in detail.
  • Invitation to participate in a closing “Think Tank” discussion that explores the research findings and their implications.

Silver Funder – $10K USD (Most Popular):

  • All benefits associated with the Bronze Funder level.
  • Membership on the Steering Committee with the ability to shape the research scope, and methodology, and provide valuable input on the study’s direction.
  • Exclusive one-hour webinar tailored for your organization, allowing attendance for anyone within your organization. This webinar will provide a detailed overview of the research findings relevant to your organization.
  • Participation in two configured research projects: The topics for these projects will be determined in collaboration with the Steering Committee.

CURRENT FUNDERS

CONTACT INFORMATION

Greg Walker
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 613-518-6742

Jasim Khan
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 613-518-6748