Building Internet of Things
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April 24th, 2025
Enlighted Turn the Lights Off: Siemens Close Lighting Unit in 2025
In this Research Note, we examine the recent announcement that Enlighted will wind down operations in 2025. We also reflect on wider market trends for lighting controls and occupancy analytics technology, and highlight previous closures in the space. Enlighted Profile & Closure Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Enlighted was founded in 2009 by Tanuj Mohan […]

Nemetschek’s 2025 Strategy: Analyzing Spacewell’s Market Position
In this Research Note, we examine Spacewell, part of the Manage segment of Nemetschek, which provides software for the management and operations phase in the building lifecycle. This article is based on Nemetschek 2024 annual results, investor presentations and Annual Report, published on 20th March 2025. We also highlight the appointment of a new CEO, […]

Advancis Secures Private Equity Investment in 2024: PSIM Market Implications
This Research Note examines Advancis Software & Services GmbH, a medium-sized German company providing physical security & identity software solutions. We review their latest company accounts y/e 31st December 2023 released on 4th February 2025, and comment on their private equity minority investment and positioning in the Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) market. Advancis Profile […]

Trump Tariff Era: How 2025 Policies Could Reshape Smart Building Tech
“I always say ‘tariffs’ is the most beautiful word to me in the dictionary,” said US President Donald Trump on numerous occasions. Barely three months into his second term as president, Trump may have made more tariff changes than any period in modern US history. Today, on “Liberation Day”, Trump is set to make a […]

Open Standards Driving Smart Building Technology Interoperability in 2025
Open standards are critical for IoT adoption in modern commercial real estate, by ensuring that diverse devices and systems can work together, open standards lay the foundation for smart building development. Without open standards, devices operate in silos, making integration more complex, but open standards eliminate these barriers by providing a shared framework for communication […]

Noda’s Pivot from Infogrid: Comprehensive Review of 2023 Results & 2025 Strategy
This Research Note takes an in-depth look at UK/US startup Noda’s filing of their 2023 accounts, released on 24th March 2025, detailing the financial results of Information Grid Ltd. We also comment on subsequent events in 2024 and 2025, including headcount reductions, transaction details of the Buildings IoT acquisition, rebranding and total disclosed funding. This […]

IoT Deployments: Essential Strategies for Balancing CapEx vs OpEx Costs in 2025
“IoT deployments in smart commercial buildings continue to gain momentum, driven by regulatory compliance, energy efficiency mandates, and the push for enhanced operational performance,” explains our latest smart building research. “Organizations are investing in IoT hardware to optimize building functions, improve tenant experiences, and lower long-term costs. However, implementation costs remain a critical consideration.” IoT […]

Indian Innovation: 11 Smart Building Startups Gaining Traction
In this Research Note, we examine the smart building startup market in India. This analysis is part of our Startups in Smart Buildings Report, published in January 2025 in which we examined 30 APAC startups gaining traction. We assess the venture capital fundraising market in India, before highlighting 11 startups founded in India in the […]