Strategic Focus: The Impact Of AI And Recent Innovations On Building Automation Systems (BAS)
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Executive Summary
Building automation systems/building management systems (BASs/BMSs) are an integral part of building operations. The BAS/BMS market has undergone a massive transformation over the years, driven by advancements in hardware components, building equipment and Internet of Things (IoT). Innovations in the adjacent software markets, such as advanced algorithms, application programming interfaces (APIs) and data standardization, have further propelled BASs/BMSs into a new era. This report reviews the recent innovations impacting BASs/BMSs across both the core infrastructure-level and adjacent software markets. It helps building owners understand the latest trends in the market, the benefits they can unlock and how to take advantage of new technologies.Building automation systems (BASs) are the backbone of buildings and their sub-systems
BASs/BMSs have incrementally evolved in response to technology trends
Innovations in smart devices, networking and BAS/BMS sub-components drive enhanced data collection and greater scalability
Advancements in adjacent BAS/BMS software solutions provide simplified user experiences and greater building automation with AI-enriched analytics
Firms looking to take advantage of the latest BAS/BMS innovations need to ensure that their buildings are ready
Figure 2. The evolution of BAS/BMS from single equipment controls to cloud-connected systems
Figure 3. Common customer pain points with BAS/BMS ecosystems
About the Authors
Joy Trinquet
Senior Analyst
Joy is a Senior Analyst at Verdantix, specializing in real estate, facilities and workplace technology, with a particular focus on integrated workplace management systems/conn...
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Claire Stephens
Research Director
Claire Stephens is a Research Director at Verdantix, leading research into technologies and services shaping the real estate and the built environment, encompassing ...
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