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In this Research Note, we examine what’s behind the launch of Legrand’s Wattstopper i3 platform, “a next-generation lighting and building intelligence solution” powered by KODE Labs, announced on 5th May 2025. We explore the development of Wattstopper digital solutions, strengthened by the Encelium acquisition, before commenting on the respective partners in this collaboration and the […]

This Research Note examines the digital service offerings of Otis, the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.  We highlight the group’s strategic initiatives in digitalization, including the ONE IoT platform. This article is based on their Investor Day presentation, 2024 Annual Report, an interview with Judy Marks, CEO, 18th April 2025, […]

Are AI agents about to transform how our buildings work? In this conversation with smart building expert Elisa Rönkä, we explore how agentic AI could revolutionize the PropTech ecosystem. This isn’t just another AI hype video — it’s a practical discussion about how the smart building industry might navigate a huge transformation in technology. We […]

In this Research Note, we examine MapsPeople, a Danish public company providing indoor mapping and navigation software, which announced an agreement to be acquired by a Canadian technology firm, Apex Group Technologies on 28th April 2025. This article highlights what’s behind the transaction, including reference to MapsPeople’s 2024 financial results, published 6th March 2025, and […]

In this Research Note, we examine the Chinese AI company, SenseTime, in the context of the smart buildings sector. We assess the group’s strategic pivot away from smart city business towards generative AI and digital transformation initiatives before highlighting 2024 results by business segment, based on 2023 and 2024 annual report announcements and investor presentations. […]

This Research Note explores Built Cybernetics plc, a London AIM-quoted PropTech group delivering Smart Buildings and related services. We examine their latest financial highlights, year ending 30 September 2024, announced 24th March 2025 and their strategic focus to augment their architectural businesses with recurring SaaS revenues from smart building services. Built Cybernetics Profile The Group […]

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 […]