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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.
Talk to a smart building expert to learn more about how Switch helps portfolio managers reach their sustainability goals.
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Introducing a feature set of our smart building services that makes the transition to a smart building portfolio easier and faster than ever.
Why commercial building management software plays a crucial role in adjusting your building operations during a global lockdown.
Why commercial building management software plays a crucial role in adjusting your building operations during a global lockdown.
For buildings that are still occupied during a lockdown, here are some recommendations from the Switch engineers and other industry experts to consider.
We rounded up 10 practical and agile steps to adapt your building operations for sites that have reduced or no occupancy.
This month marks the 50th Earth Day, and to celebrate, we’re taking a look at how the ongoing lockdown has reduced carbon consumption around the world.
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.
