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Discover an AI-powered operations platform unifying energy, power and buildings for smarter, more resilient performance.
May 1, 2026
Explore the Light + Building Show with BUILDINGS
Janelle Penny, Editor-in-Chief of BUILDINGS, offers an exclusive preview of the 2026 Light + Building Show in Frankfurt, highlighting key innovations and trends in lighting and...
March 12, 2026

Building Systems/O&M

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Need to specify a new elevator? Don’t just copy and paste from your last elevator specs—you’re missing out on new features that add to the occupant experience, deliver needed ...
May 18, 2026
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May 12, 2026
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Retaining walls may not be adequate for current weather and soil conditions.
Aging retaining walls built decades ago may not be able to withstand today’s intense storms. Planning for resilience and updating drainage can help avoid a costly failure—here...
May 11, 2026
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May 1, 2026

Smart Buildings

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Organizations are increasingly deploying Internet of Things devices, but fully realizing the benefits of smart buildings requires rethinking the way we build IoT ecosystems. Here...
April 24, 2026
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Discover how open standards and AI are transforming smart building management by consolidating siloed data, enabling predictive insights, and paving the way for fully autonomous...
April 21, 2026
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The integration of smart tech with green building certifications ensures continuous validation, reducing risks, and boosting long-term business value.
April 14, 2026
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Are you using your CMMS just for work orders, or is it driving organizational change?
Using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) can help you manage your teams more easily—but only if the team commits to operational change. Here’s what you need to...
March 6, 2026

Resiliency & Sustainability

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Owned and operated by Hudson Square Properties—a joint venture of Hines, Trinity Church Wall Street, and Norges Bank Investment Management—345 Hudson occupies an entire city block between King and Charlton Streets and serves as a case study for low-carbon retrofits in the New York market.
A new report from the Rocky Mountain Institute, CBRE, and the Urban Land Institute defines principles to build decarbonization and sustainability efforts into planning, on your...
May 8, 2026
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District energy systems—where generating assets are centralized and provide cooling, heating, or electricity to multiple buildings—can make sense for campuses and large facilities...
May 4, 2026
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These six strategic actions can reduce climate damage to buildings. Here’s how to implement them strategically.
May 1, 2026
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Honeybee hives can be placed in many of your property’s green areas, from a vegetated roof to a landscaped terrace or ground-level courtyard.
Looking to differentiate your building in the CRE marketplace? Beehives offer a way to set yourself apart while furthering your sustainability goals—plus, they give tenants a ...
April 29, 2026

Safety & Security

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Do you have a plan for what to do before, during, and after riots or major protests? A panel at the upcoming 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo will explore how to perfect...
May 6, 2026
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Impersonation enabled by artificial intelligence—also known as “deepfakes”—are more than an IT problem. They’re a major risk to the workflows that keep your buildings running....
May 4, 2026
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How resilient is your supply chain? Third-party vendors perform vital services for building owners and managers, but they can also introduce a level of cyber risk. Bridget Choi...
March 30, 2026
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College campuses can pose communication challenges, but it’s critical to ensure this infrastructure operates seamlessly.
In-building wireless communication systems for colleges and universities must be seamless to ensure emergency response can function. Here’s what you need to know about emergency...
March 23, 2026

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Industry News

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way we work—and if it’s not implemented carefully, it can lead to friction, increased job complexity, and even burnout. Here’s ...
May 13, 2026
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Legal challenges to tariffs—and new product-specific tariffs—are complicating the commercial real estate landscape. Here’s how tariffs could impact you.
April 29, 2026
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The skilled trades have long-standing issues with recruiting and retaining employees. Could certifications and training help employers keep good workers? Holly Burgess of NFPA...
April 27, 2026
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Building relationships is an important part of growing your career as a building owner or manager—but if networking doesn’t come naturally to you, what can you do? This panel ...
April 22, 2026