Every year seems to bring a new global crisis, highlighting the importance of having a truly resilient risk management strategy in place. Here at Switch, we’ve been revising our day-to-day processes to be more resilient in the face of local and global crises. We hear that property owners and managers worldwide are doing the same to help offset the impact of each successive economic, climate and health emergency and the resulting financial impact.
Buildings still operating with ‘set and forget’ automation rigidly accommodate the most common circumstances instead of adjusting dynamically according to occupant demand and their environment. Perhaps this was sensible 30+ years ago, but today this approach is wildly inefficient.
Operational inefficiency is never more apparent than during a worldwide lockdown, as stocks and property value come under pressure and millions face hardship.
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Harnessing remote analysis, reporting and control, here are the top 3 reasons that smart building technology is crucial when disaster strikes.
The Switch Platform integrates with commercial building portfolios via the Switch IoT appliance, data mapping and APIs.
Switch's latest video details three tips for real estate leaders to successfully guide their enterprises into the digital future.
This final part of our series investigates the financial, organizational and occupant-related benefits of green building certification.
The right smart building platform supports green building certification, whether you’re embarking on retro or continuous commissioning.
Completing a site audit will create a foundation for your cybersecurity strategy and further investment into a scalable smart building program.
As climate change intensifies, the urgency to act on one of our biggest levers—energy use in commercial and retail buildings—has never been clearer. Every kilowatt saved is a step closer to sustainability, slashing greenhouse gas emissions while moving us toward essential climate goals. Whether you’re overseeing a retail portfolio or managing a single commercial space, boosting energy efficiency doesn’t just cut costs—it creates healthier, more comfortable spaces for everyone. Now is the time to act.
Smart building technology is constantly evolving and improving, and there are several trends that are expected to take center stage in 2023.
When it comes to being a building owner or operator, you have a lot to balance.