Commercial Buildings
Beyond Backup: Battery Storage as a Strategic Asset for Commercial Real Estate
December 11th, 2024From Cost Center to Revenue Generator: The Evolution of Grid-Interactive Buildings
December 5th, 2024
dormakaba Capital Markets Day 2024: Simplify Access Control Software, Streamline Hardware
dormakaba group, a listed company on the Swiss Stock Exchange with a turnover of CHF 2.8 billion, hosted its Capital Markets Day 2024 on 20th November 2024. This Research Note focuses on the leading access solutions group perspective on its strategy execution and efficiency and cost improvements through its transformation program. This article is based […]
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 […]
Wagner Fire Protection Business & 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Wagner Group GmbH, the German fire protection solutions provider, based on their 2023/2024 results, and the group’s recent expansion strategy. This updates our previous coverage of Wagner Fire from October 2023. Wagner Fire Product Portfolio & Target Markets The group, headquartered in Langenhagen, Germany is one of the technology […]
SwiftConnect Mobile Access Tech Gains More Investment & Market Traction
This Research Note takes an in-depth look at SwiftConnect, a US mobile access control startup offering a software-first approach to physical access credentials and permissions. We examine their market traction, external funding, strategic partners, deployments, acquisitions, and headcount growth. Founded in 2020, SwiftConnect is a Stamford, Connecticut-based access control software platform provider using NFC-based mobile […]
How AI Transforms Grid-Interactive Buildings Management
Grid-Interactive Buildings are the inevitable next step in the evolution of energy management for commercial real estate. As urbanization accelerates and energy demands grow, the goal of optimizing energy use now extends beyond cost savings. Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings (GEBs) integration plays a critical role in helping commercial buildings achieve sustainability, improve resource efficiency, and comply […]
Siemens Buildings Business & FY 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the buildings business of Siemens, which operates within the Smart Infrastructure (SI) division, based on their Q4 earnings release and investor presentations of 14th November 2024. This article focuses on the latest financial results, divisional revenue mix, senior management appointments, and acquisitions. Siemens Smart Infrastructure Q4 FY 2024 Financials […]
Johnson Controls Building Solutions Business & FY 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the Johnson Controls building solutions business, based on their 6th November Q4 earnings release, conference call, investor presentation, and reporting financials year ending 30th September 2024. Johnson Controls International plc (JCI), headquartered in Cork, Ireland, positions itself as a pure-play smart buildings player, with a comprehensive building automation, HVAC […]
EV Charging is Coming to Commercial Buildings: Are you Ready?
Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption is occurring at a much faster rate than previously anticipated, according to December 2023 research by Jung et al, who estimate battery EV fleet sizes are doubling approximately every 15 months. This growth trajectory means that the majority of passenger vehicles in developed markets could be electric by 2031, demanding rapid […]
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