Smart Buildings Academy

🚀 New Episode Coming Soon! 🚀 Mark your calendars! Episode 469 of the Smart Buildings Academy podcast drops Thursday, November 7th at 8AM EST / 6AM MST. Get ready to dive into essential strategies for growing your BAS service business and driving recurring revenue. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Identify high-impact target markets ✅ Close your first service contracts ✅ Build a consistent, quality-driven service playbook ✅ Implement recurring revenue models ✅ Train a skilled, customer-focused service team 👉 Click on the link below to get notified when the episode goes live and elevate your BAS service approach! https://hubs.ly/Q02X2WY_0

Ready to elevate your service business and tap into new revenue streams? In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy podcast, we dive into key strategies to expand your building automation service business, specifically focusing on owner-direct work. If you're in the BAS industry, this episode is packed with insights on how to stand out, grow your client base, and create a reliable income stream with service offerings. Phil brings his experience from the field and trade show conversations to highlight why and how service businesses can be a game-changer for automation professionals. Tune in on Thursday, November 7th at 8 AM EST (6 AM MST) and discover practical approaches that could transform your business. Key Topics: Understanding the advantages of owner-direct work A step-by-step process for launching or scaling a service business The power of customer retention in a rapidly changing market Tips to build a playbook that keeps your team efficient and aligned Strategies to double your service business in just six months Find out how you can streamline and grow your BAS service business!

Our Workforce Development Program provides hands-on, role-specific training for BAS professionals in sales, project management, technical services, and IT. Check out one of our instructors, Michael Roper, with our lab kit and wiring a sensor - just like what a student does! Whether you want live instruction options or self-paced, we make it easy to fit professional growth into your company’s schedule. Set your team on the path to excellence with Smart Buildings Academy! https://hubs.ly/Q02X0J1F0 #hvac #buildingautomation #SmartBuildings #facilities

Our Workforce Development Program is designed for companies ready to invest in their employees’ growth and bring new skills to the table. Whether you’re training new hires, preparing for role transitions, or advancing current skills, our program delivers practical, industry-relevant knowledge. Kicking off on January 27, 2025, Cohort 11 combines real-world training and hands-on experience to help your employees thrive. Choose between self-paced courses or an 11-week live program—whichever fits your team’s learning style best. Plus, our free skills assessment, used by over 24,000 professionals, helps you identify skills gaps so you can make targeted improvements. Elevate your team’s performance and invest in their future with SBA. Secure your company’s spot today! https://hubs.ly/Q02X010r0 #SmartBuildings #BuildingAutomation #HVAC #facilities

Elevate Your Team’s Skills with BAS Protocols Bootcamp! Imagine if your BAS professionals could master BACnet, Lon, and Modbus protocols swiftly, becoming experts in design, installation, and troubleshooting. Our course, BAS210: BAS Protocol Bootcamp, offers in-depth training on the key protocols that drive the BAS industry. From BACnet/IP to Modbus TCP, your team will gain the crucial knowledge to keep your projects running smoothly and efficiently. Discover more about this course at https://hubs.ly/Q02WFBk40 Don’t let your team fall behind—equip them with the skills they need to support, scale, and optimize systems with confidence. #buildingautomation #bacnet #smartbuildings #facilities #hvac

👷♂️ Elevate Your Career with Our Updated Mini-Courses! 👷♀️ We’ve revamped our Mini-Courses to bring you: -Fresh, Comprehensive Content -Engaging New Videos -Enhanced Guided Notes Perfect for those moments when you want to make the most of your downtime and invest in your professional growth. These Mini-Courses are designed to give your career the boost it deserves. 👉 Visit https://hubs.ly/Q02WfRYs0 under the "Free Training Resources" tab to explore the updates today! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and stay ahead in the industry! #buildingautomation #facilities #smartbuildings #hvac

🎙️ Did You Miss Our Latest Episode? SBA 468 is Now Live! Catch up on Guideline 36 Part 1, where we break down advanced HVAC control strategies that can elevate your building automation projects. Packed with insights on energy savings and system optimization, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧Tune in now and explore: • Trim & response techniques for smarter efficiency • Expert tips on economizer control for free cooling • Zone grouping and reheat methods to boost performance Don’t miss out! Listen here 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02Wfv7R0 #buildingautomation #hvac #energyefficiency #smartbuildings #facilities

Episode Description: Episode 468 explores advanced airside HVAC sequences, offering building automation professionals an in-depth look at ASHRAE's Guideline 36. This episode unpacks strategies for optimizing energy efficiency through standardized control sequences, helping listeners understand how to achieve predictable and repeatable system performance. You'll gain insights into best practices and considerations for implementing these strategies across different building scenarios, with a focus on practical, real-world applications. Key takeaways you’ll get: The Principles of Trim and Response: Understand how this control strategy minimizes energy use while maintaining optimal HVAC performance. Handling Zone Requests and Zone Groups: Learn about managing cooling and heating demands across multiple zones for better system efficiency. Implementing Economizer Control: Discover how to leverage outdoor air conditions for free cooling to reduce energy consumption. Effective Reheat Control Techniques: Explore how reheat strategies can improve comfort, especially in colder climates. Key Factors for New Builds and Retrofits: Get guidance on sensor calibration, system integration, and adapting strategies for project success. Tune in to SBA 468 to enhance your understanding of Guideline 36 and elevate the performance of your building automation systems.

SBA 468: Guideline 36 Part 1 https://hubs.ly/Q02WqGFb0

We had a great time over the past few days at the ALC Core Group meeting. We're grateful for the chance to support the contractor market and we're committed to providing solutions that drive business growth. There were 3 key issues we heard that SBA can help address: 🔹 Identifying and growing the owner market continues to be an area of growth. 🔹 Finding labor continues to be a challenge. 🔹 Talent retention is critical. Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we release FREE guides to address these 3 critical needs. Our FREE guides will teach you: ➡️ How to identify and prioritize owner direct opportunities in your market. ➡️ How to effectively onboard new talent. ➡️ How to increase your employee retention rate. Are any of these issues a key concern for you? We'd love to hear your experience in the comments. #facilities #smartbuildings #hvac #buildingautomation