Ken Sinclair

Vancouver Island

Founder and Publisher at Automated Buildings

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June 16, 2025 Disruption and Opportunities for Industry OEM - AutomatedBuildings.com

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Ken Sinclair

Skip to content Linkedin Twitter Pinterest Facebook Home » Posts » June 16, 2025 Disruption and Opportunities for Industry OEM AutomatedBuildings.com , Mondaylive.org, June 16 slide with Links https://lnkd.in/ggwcQMYj Disruption and Opportunities for Industry OEM Please thank all our sponsors for allowing us to provide you with this platform https://lnkd.in/gCamVGBd Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB) (formerly CABA) BACnet International C4SB – Coalition for Smarter...
Easing the Burden on BAS Technicians Through Specialized Graphics Outsourcing

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Dan McCarty |Ken Sinclair

A consistent message has emerged from building automation system (BAS) integrators nationwide throughout 2024 and 2025: there is a significant strain on skilled field technicians. As the industry continues to face labor shortages, companies are recognizing the need to reassess internal processes to keep their technicians centered on core duties like system installation and service.
Achieving Scalability in Building Automation through Standardized Graphics

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Dan McCarty |Ken Sinclair

The BAS landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation. With smart buildings advancing and portfolios growing more interconnected, there is increasing pressure on system integrators to provide faster, more uniform results across different regions, platforms, and teams. Despite this, one persistent challenge can impede even the most sophisticated BAS implementations: the absence of visual standardization.
Maximize Your AEC Firm’s Value in an M&A

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Ken Sinclair

If you are a Controls, Mechanical, BAS, A/V, or MEP engineering firm that’s been doing well at all – chances are you have been curious about (or approached about) a merger, acquisition, or equity event. Investors are actively seeking these trades and now is the time to think strategically. The value of your firm isn’t just about backlog and EBITDA. Today’s buyers look under the hood at systems, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Maximize Your MEP Firm’s Value in an M&A

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Ken Sinclair

If you are a Controls, Mechanical, BAS, A/V, or MEP engineering firm that’s been doing well at all – chances are you have been curious about (or approached about) a merger, acquisition, or equity event. Investors are actively seeking these trades and now is the time to think strategically. The value of your firm isn’t just about backlog and EBITDA. Today’s buyers look under the hood at systems, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Digital Transformation in Japan: From Abandoned Buildings to DX - AutomatedBuildings.com

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Kimon Onuma |Ken Sinclair

Ghost hotels, digital twins, humanoid robots, Japan’s construction industry faces its paradoxes head-on, with AI, robots, and Digital Transformation (DX). This article is the first in a series of ongoing reflections from Japan, a country I once called home for several decades and still return to frequently. Born in Greece, raised in Japan, and now based in the U.S., I’ve lived between many cultures, timelines, Shinkansen speeds, and temple stillness.
Wireless Without Worries: A Conversation with LumenRadio on the Future of BAS Connectivity

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Greg Fitzpatrick |Ken Sinclair

As the demand for smarter, more flexible building systems grows, wireless technology is playing an increasingly critical role in the future of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Historically seen as less reliable than their wired counterparts, wireless solutions have made major advancements in reliability, scalability, and security.
The AI Revolution in Smart Buildings: A Deep Dive into OEM Disruption

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Kelly Sinclair |Ken Sinclair

This week on Monday Live, exploring the future of smarter buildings. we delved into the fascinating theme of OEM disruption, specifically focusing on how smart, connected mechanical equipment is transforming the industry. We were fortunate to be joined by Kenny Seaton, Director of Central Plant Operations at California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Owners Are Pulling Work In-House: How BAS Contractors Can Win Them Back

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Phil Zito |Ken Sinclair

Facility owners and operators are reaching a breaking point. Delayed service calls, inconsistent technicians, unclear agreements, and a lack of strategic support have pushed many to bring building automation system (BAS) work in-house. At Smart Buildings Academy, we are seeing an influx of owners enrolling their teams in training programs. Their goal is simple: to become self-reliant so they no longer have to wait days or even weeks for a contractor to show up and solve a problem.
The Intelligence Layer : How Facility Technicians Can Lead in the AI-Powered BMS Era

1 week ago | automatedbuildings.com | Thomas Trang |Ken Sinclair

In the ever-evolving world of facility management, a seismic shift is underway—one where cutting-edge technology meets human ingenuity to redefine how buildings operate. At the heart of this transformation lies the “Intelligence Layer,” a powerful integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics into Building Management Systems (BMS). For facility technicians, this isn’t just a technological leap; it’s an opportunity to lead.