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SPIE Unveils Microsoft Fabric Integration: Digital Twin Builder 2025
This Research Note examines a new Digital Twin Builder feature in Microsoft Fabric and explores its application in building operations and facility management, based on its deployment at SPIE in the Netherlands. In May 2025, Microsoft announced a new Fabric feature at their Build Conference that allows for the creation of enterprise-ready digital twins. The […]

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 […]

Trends Powering the Smart Building Market to 4Bn IoT Devices by 2030
The growth of IoT devices being deployed in commercial buildings remains strong in 2025, driven by declining hardware costs, enhanced wireless connectivity, increased demand for energy efficiency and operational automation, as well as the rising capabilities of edge computing. Data from our latest study indicates that the installed base of IoT devices in commercial buildings […]

Carrier HVAC Business & 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the HVAC and building automation business of Carrier, based on their Q4 Earnings Presentation and Conference Call, 11th February 2025, and 2024 10K Report, covering their financial performance and aftermarket and digital business. Carrier Profile Following its portfolio transformation over the last 2 years, Carrier Global Corporation has repositioned […]

Bain Capital Acquires Apleona. What’s Driving the Deal?
This Research Note explores what’s behind the recent acquisition of Apleona, a German technical facility management business by Bain Capital, the European private equity firm. Our focus is on the strategic rationale of Bain Capital to acquire this firm, Apleona’s prior acquisitions in facility management, and its strategic investments in digital building services. Bain Capital […]

Bueno Analytics Gains Traction in Crowded Energy Management Software Market
In this Research Note, we examine Bueno Analytics, an Australian startup providing building analytics software supporting decarbonization. We review the firm’s development since its founding, its software suite, key deployments, external funding, and recent growth. Bueno Analytics Profile Founded in 2013 by Leon Wurfel, Built Environment Optimisation Pty Ltd., trading as Bueno Analytics, is headquartered […]

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 […]

Kontrol Technologies Smart Buildings Business & Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Kontrol Technologies Corp, a Canadian public company offering IoT, Cloud, and SaaS technology for smart buildings and cities in the North American market. Based on their 2023 Annual Information Form and Consolidated Financial Statements, filed on 1 April 2024, this analysis covers their subsidiaries and operating businesses, corporate restructuring […]