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NexusCon 2025 is ON! The #SmartBuildings industry needed a different kind of conference... so we built it. With 100% of past attendees saying they plan to return, here's why you don't want to wait to get your ticket ASAP: 🎟️ We only have room for 600 total: 200 building owners, 200 service providers, and 200 technology vendors. We expect tickets to sell out. 💰 You can take advantage of our "Still Earlyish" pricing, but only through June. ‼️ Called "the best conference we attended all year," NexusCon is a must-attend for technology buyers and vendors looking to connect with the right people and solve real problems. 🚨 To get credit for your referrals -- 10 referrals earn you an exclusive invite to our VIP party! -- you need to have registered yourself. Might as well do it now. Finally, the earlier you buy tickets, the more our team can focus on making the event amazing 💫 If you're a building owner or operator, a technology vendor, or a service provider, there's no where else you want to be on October 6th, 2025. Get your ticket NOW >> https://lnkd.in/g9tNgzQQ

When we talked with Ben Cooper to learn more about how BGO has become cybersecurity leader for commercial real estate, it was a topic many building owners don't openly discuss. With his help, we're flipping that script. We had Cooper dive into what BGO has done to develop a thorough cybersecurity strategy that effectively protects BGO, specifically regarding operational technologies. These included three lessons: 🤝 Early Stakeholder Engagement and Agreed Upon Standardization ❌ Don’t Skimp on Assessments and Due Diligence 🚧 Cybersecurity is a Never Ending Project Cooper was willing to share the largest obstacles to getting to where they are today, hoping other building owners could benefit from the shared knowledge. Find our more in our case study: https://lnkd.in/gFfSvzxV

Have you seen our new partner page?!? 👀 Two years after creating our partner program, we've evolved it to include: ⭐️ Content that features our partners while relying on our expertise 📚 Segments for our building owner community by their role and, therefore, the categories they care about 💻 The tech stack to track leads and exposure gained so marketers have an ROI 📈 Annual benchmarking and analyst feedback on both their product positioning AND their marketing program 💲 A marketplace product to give buyers a head start and help vendors stand out 🤝 In-person Event + Online Content packaged together OR unbundled to provide budget flexibility 📦 Startup, Growth, and Enterprise packages to match vendor size and maturity We're confident this is the best place for #SmartBuildings marketers to spend their budget. And the best place for a building owner to look for new vendors! Check it out! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gvCdkXTZ

A few weeks back, our founder James changed up the game on LinkedIn with his new Signal in the Noise newsletter. Every Friday, he shares the news here, on LinkedIn. Then, the following Wednesday, we'll share what we think the news means—including the context and trends you should understand—in the Nexus Newsletter. V3 is live, and if you haven't already, click the "subscribe" button to get it directly each week!

After a chat with Reed Powell of MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions, we added “Technology Enabled Services” as a new category in the Nexus Marketplace. With this category, we're acknowledging MEP+Controls contractors who are fundamentally transforming their services through the integration of smart technologies, data analytics, and automation. Who else should be in this category, and why? >> https://lnkd.in/gftcRnZg

👏 Announcing a new Nexus partner, and our first in our Startup category... Domatic! Domatic is a California-based startup that provides a low-voltage intelligent building system that integrates power and data over a single network, simplifying electrical infrastructure. The system operates on NEC Class 2 power (48V, 100W per port), which reduces installation costs and copper usage by eliminating the need for traditional high-voltage wiring. At the core of the system, the PowerHub distributes power and data to lighting, sensors, thermostats, access controls, and other building systems, integrating with BMS platforms when needed. Additionally, the PowerHub connects to Domatic’s cloud platform, offering building operators real-time insights into device performance and energy use. Designed for multifamily, hospitality, and office buildings, Domatic provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional building automation and PoE systems, with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and ease of installation. Check out their listing in our Marketplace here >> https://lnkd.in/gWuQ-9y6

Smart Building programs can often resemble a revolving door with a continuous flow of people in and out. People change roles, organizations adjust their digitization and decarbonization goals, service contracts expire, new technology opportunities arise, etc. The robust smart building program is one that can survive the unsteady flow in and out of program responsibility and stakeholders. Understanding how different teams work together, getting more people involved, and handling change management are processes that are just as important as the actual technology strategy. Brian Vaughn, the Global Head of Technical Consulting at FPC Group, outlined how a defined approach is crucial for ensuring a program succeeds and continues to justify its existence. And, an important part of a defined approach is a process. During our NexusCon session, People Dynamics in the Smart Building Transition, Brian outlined his process and while we agree that everyone might have their own, we also agree this is a great place to start. Want to see the full presentation? It's available (to Nexus Labs members only) here>> https://lnkd.in/gQEc6FdH

Smart Building programs can often resemble a revolving door with a continuous flow of people in and out. People change roles, organizations adjust their digitization and decarbonization goals, service contracts expire, new technology opportunities arise, etc. The robust smart building program is one that can survive the unsteady flow in and out of program responsibility and stakeholders. Understanding how different teams work together, getting more people involved, and handling change management are processes that are just as important as the actual technology strategy. Brian Vaughn, the Global Head of Technical Consulting at FPC Group, outlined how a defined approach is crucial for ensuring a program succeeds and continues to justify its existence. And, an important part of a defined approach is a process. During our NexusCon session, People Dynamics in the Smart Building Transition, Brian outlined his process and while we agree that everyone might have their own, we also agree this is a great place to start. Want to see the full presentation? It's available (to Nexus Labs members only) here>> https://lnkd.in/gQEc6FdH

Did you know we created a new version of our partner program specifically for startups with <$1M of annual revenue? 👏 This smaller package gives you access to NexusCon, an industry analyst assessment, and a chance to voice your smart buildings story, all at a cost that a startup can manage. Interested to learn more? Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gvCdkXTZ

Which data is more valuable for optimizing building performance—energy metering or occupancy counting? In our latest podcast, Tom Arnold of Gridium debated Jess Horne of XY Sense debated this topic. Tom’s take: Meter data is already available (requiring no hardware) and is actionable and directly tied to financial savings, making it an essential first step for any building owner looking to optimize operations. While he acknowledges that occupancy data has value, it is indirect. Meter analytics should be prioritized before investing in occupancy counting, as it delivers a clearer and faster ROI. Jess’ justification: Occupancy counting is the missing piece in truly optimizing building performance because it provides the “why” behind energy consumption, not just the “what.” Metering alone tells you how much energy is used but doesn’t explain whether that usage is justified based on actual space utilization. Without occupancy data, buildings are often over-conditioned, leading to wasted energy and underutilized space. Her closing statement drove home the idea that “a building’s purpose is to serve the people inside it”—so understanding occupancy patterns is essential for aligning energy use, space planning, and workplace experience. In her view, metering is important, but occupancy data is what truly enables smart, people-centric buildings. Whose side are you on? Listen to the entire discussion here >> https://lnkd.in/gs6AJmDW