BUILDINGS

2 weeks ago | buildings.com | Andrew Froehlich

IT/OT convergence creates new vulnerabilities. IoT devices are common entry points. Network segmentation is essential. Zero-trust architecture provides layered protection. Supply chain and ransomware risks are growing. Imagine one minute your smart building could be fully optimized and humming along, then the next, chaos ensues as your HVAC system gets hacked through an unpatched IoT device. The result is stolen data, disruptions for occupants, and serious damage to your brand. It happens all the time.

2 weeks ago | buildings.com | Ellie Gabel

Floods have had devastating effects worldwide, leaving many facility managers and building owners anxious to find feasible solutions for protecting their properties against these events. Many successful flood-resistant building efforts require applying creative thinking while addressing current and anticipated needs. These tips are based on recent applications and can help property owners and managers protect against floods.

3 weeks ago | buildings.com | Andrew Froehlich

As technology advances, buildings and other static infrastructure can struggle to keep up. For buildings constructed before 2000, this is especially challenging as issues such as analog-to-digital conversion, antiquated HVAC and plumbing systems, and inadequate electrical infrastructure are costly and time-consuming to update.

1 month ago | buildings.com | Janelle Penny

How Would the Lithium-Ion Battery Bill Affect Building Owners and Managers? The Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act is finding bipartisan support in Congress. What would it mean for facility professionals if it passed? ID 153500292 © Nicoleta Raluca Tudor | Dreamstime.comElectric bikes (e-bikes) are shown in London. Lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes can cause fires if they’re damaged.

1 month ago | buildings.com | Andrew Froehlich

Training is Essential: Most smart tech failures stem from improper or insufficient staff training post-deployment—not from the technology itself. Communication Silos Create Risk: IT, security, and facilities teams must collaborate proactively to avoid service disruptions and security lapses. Change Resistance is Underrated: Veteran team members often resist new systems—early involvement and clear benefits help drive adoption.