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Azbil Building Automation Business & FY2023 Financials Examined
May 21st, 2024What’s Behind the Acquisition of Dedrone by Axon?
May 8th, 2024What’s Behind the Acquisition of SmartSpace Software by Sign In Solutions?
This Research Note examines what’s behind the acquisition of UK-listed company, SmartSpace Software by visitor management software firm, Sign In Solutions, agreed by the shareholders on 18th April 2024. We review the bidding war started by Skedda, assess the terms of the offer, and highlight the respective businesses in workplace management solutions. Competing Bids On […]
Mapping the Strategic Direction of Nordomatic in Smart Buildings
In this Research Note, we explore the strategic direction of Nordomatic, the leading independent BMS systems integrator in Scandinavia. This Research Note examines the company’s strategic priorities in the smart commercial buildings space. through mapping M&A and investment activity to ascertain the growth ambitions of the business from 2019 to date. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in […]
Neuron Digital Gains Momentum in Meeting Hong Kong’s Building Digitalization Demand
In this Research Note, we explore one of China’s emerging startups in the smart buildings space. Incubated by Arup and with seed investment from Venturous Group, Neuron Digital is gaining momentum as it meets Hong Kong’s demand for building digitalization. Neuron Digital Established Neuron Digital is a joint venture between Arup, a leading built environment […]
Evolv Technology Weapons Detection Business & 2023 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Evolv Technology, a US public company providing AI-based weapons detection for security screening. This article covers the firm’s 2023 financial results, partners, vertical market approach, and US government investigations. It is based on Evolv’s Q4 Earnings Release, Presentation, 2023 10K Report, filed on 29th February 2024 and our analysis. […]
Priva’s Building Automation Business 2024 Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Priva, the Dutch company that develops hardware, software and services in the field of climate control, energy saving and optimal reuse of water. Target markets are horticulture, indoor and city farming, and commercial buildings such as offices, retail, hotels and hospitals. We review the partnerships and investments made by […]
SmartVatten’s Growth as a Water Efficiency Tech Provider Explored
This Research Note examines Smartvatten, a Finnish specialist in water efficiency technology in Northern Europe which currently monitors, measures, and analyzes the water consumption of 7,500 companies in more than 20,000 properties and 200,000 apartments in 36 countries. Established in 2013, Smartvatten, formerly known as Envera, has grown from a small Finnish company providing energy […]
Mapping Delta Group’s Strategic Direction in Smart Buildings
This Research Note examines the emerging strategic priorities of Delta Group in the smart commercial buildings space. We have mapped M&A, strategic partnerships, and investment activity to ascertain the growth ambitions of the business, by categorizing the various business relationships by technology and investment type. This article is intended as a non-exhaustive indicator of Delta’s […]
Investors Continue Backing of AI Video Surveillance for Safety & Security in 2024
Last week, AI video analytics safety solution provider Intenseye Inc. closed a $64 million in a Series B investment. On the same day, February 27th, another AI video provider, Rhombus, secured over $43 million via funding and financing. The two deals shine a light on an AI segment that is standing out within a steadily […]