Artificial Intelligence
ABB Electrification Business & 2024 Financials Explored
February 3rd, 2025Kieback&Peter Building Automation Business & Financials Examined
January 21st, 2025UrbanChain Peer-to-Peer Energy Exchange Business Examined
In this Research Note, we examine UrbanChain, a Manchester, UK-based startup recently named the 3rd fastest-growing UK technology company by Deloitte. The company is positioned as a provider of peer-to-peer energy services, enabling the rollout of renewable energy in commercial and industrial facilities to happen much faster. We review the company’s growth, external funding, and […]
What’s Behind Trane’s Acquisition of Brainbox AI?
This Research Note examines what’s behind Trane Technologies’ acquisition of Brainbox AI, announced on 18th December 2024. We review the transaction details, the strategic rationale, and prior relationships of this major US HVAC manufacturer and the Canadian startup offering AI-powered HVAC optimization technology. A market we recently covered in an in-depth research report. Transaction Details and […]
Siemens Smart Infrastructure Capital Market Event: Key Takeaways for Smart Buildings
This Research Note reviews in detail Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) and the Buildings business presented at the Smart Infrastructure Capital Market Event in Zug, Switzerland on 12th December 2024. This event featured presentations and Q&A from the SI CEO, CFO and the Heads of the 3 business areas, including Susanne Seitz, the newly appointed CEO […]
The Top 5 Smart Building Acquisitions & Investments of 2024!
In this research note, we have compiled lists of the top 5 Acquisitions AND the top 5 Investments completed in the smart building industry in 2024. There has been significant deal activity throughout 2024, with acquisitions and investment across all aspects of the operation and maintenance phases of the building lifecycle. High-value acquisitions were dominated […]
Beyond Backup: Battery Storage as a Strategic Asset for Commercial Real Estate
The evolution of battery storage in commercial buildings represents one of the most significant shifts in building energy management of the past decade. Once viewed simply as backup power systems, today’s battery energy storage systems (BESS) are sophisticated assets that enable buildings to participate actively in energy markets while enhancing resilience and sustainability. Our new […]
Mapping the Strategic Direction of Cushman & Wakefield in Smart Buildings 2024
This Research Note examines the emerging strategic priorities of Cushman & Wakefield in the smart buildings space. They are a global commercial real estate services firm with 2023 revenues of $9.49 billion. We have mapped acquisitions, divestments, strategic partnerships, and investment activity to ascertain the growth ambitions of the business sector by categorizing the various […]
#Podcast 35: Why are Smart Homes so Dumb?
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the current state of smart homes technology with Consumer Reports journalist Daniel Wroclawski, who brings 10 years of experience covering the smart home industry. Dan shares candid insights about why our homes aren’t as smart as we’d expect in 2024 despite rapid advances in other tech sectors. […]
Meet The ‘Cool’ Kids Heating Up AI HVAC Optimization
A new wave of technology companies is transforming how commercial buildings manage their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. These startups are applying artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to tackle the complexities of HVAC optimization, moving beyond traditional control methods to achieve significant energy savings. According to Memoori’s research report, “Energy Management Software for […]