This report was published in March 2019 by Schneider Electric and describes how smart buildings leverage the Internet of Things (IoT) to create new opportunities for information gathering and sharing, and the impact this has on buildings management and operations. The topics covered include evolution of buildings management; smart buildings and the IoT, a real-world examples showcasing the future of buildings and smart building IoT best practices. The report is useful for engineers, architects, developers, investors, and IT professionals.
Key words: architecture/engineering, associations, controls/sensors, employee productivity, energy management, HVAC, intelligent buildings, Internet of Things (IoT), cybersecurity/privacy, protocols/standards