Smart buildings
What’s Behind Identiv’s Move to Divest Physical Security Business to Vitaprotech?
April 5th, 2024Belimo Building Controls Business & Financials 2023 Examined
April 3rd, 2024
Synectics Electronic Security Business & 2023 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Synectics plc, the listed UK provider of large-scale electronic security systems for critical and regulated environments. This article is based on their Annual Results, year ending 30 November 2023 announced on 27th February 2024, an InvestorMeet presentation on 29th February 2024, Annual Report 2023, and supplementary analysis. Based in […]
Neuron Digital Gains Momentum in Meeting Hong Kong’s Building Digitalization Demand
In this Research Note, we explore one of China’s emerging startups in the smart buildings space. Incubated by Arup and with seed investment from Venturous Group, Neuron Digital is gaining momentum as it meets Hong Kong’s demand for building digitalization. Neuron Digital Established Neuron Digital is a joint venture between Arup, a leading built environment […]
Recording: Laying the Data Foundations for Artificial Intelligence!
Here is the recording and presentation from our live stream with David Blanch from Bitpool discussing their approach to leveraging the power of artificial intelligence on building performance software. Regardless of the buzz around generative AI and its impact on smart building technology, without accurate data, its REAL effect will be negligible. The old adage […]
Assemblin Caverion Merger: Key Takeaways for Smart Buildings Business
In this Research Note, we examine the recent Triton announcement of a merger between its portfolio companies, Assemblin and Caverion to create a Northern European technical building installation and services group “providing the most comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions across the full lifecycle of the built environment”. We highlight the strategic rationale of the Caverion acquisition, […]
Aukett Swanke Expands Further into Smart Buildings with Vanti Acquisition
UK architecture and design firm Aukett Swanke, announced yesterday that it had acquired certain assets of recently liquidated RTS via its subsidiary, the Torpedo Factory Group (TFG). Founded in 2006, RTS is a UK-based master system integrator and smart building software provider for commercial real estate, trading as Vanti. TFG has paid £37,000 ($47,000) for […]
Evolv Technology Weapons Detection Business & 2023 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Evolv Technology, a US public company providing AI-based weapons detection for security screening. This article covers the firm’s 2023 financial results, partners, vertical market approach, and US government investigations. It is based on Evolv’s Q4 Earnings Release, Presentation, 2023 10K Report, filed on 29th February 2024 and our analysis. […]
Priva’s Building Automation Business 2024 Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Priva, the Dutch company that develops hardware, software and services in the field of climate control, energy saving and optimal reuse of water. Target markets are horticulture, indoor and city farming, and commercial buildings such as offices, retail, hotels and hospitals. We review the partnerships and investments made by […]
The Expanding Role of Artificial Intelligence in Smart Building Applications
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in smart buildings represents an immense opportunity to transform buildings from automated environments into intelligent spaces that continuously optimize themselves. However, mainstream adoption still faces hurdles around trust, complexity, and integrating artificial intelligence with legacy infrastructure. Our latest study explores the current and future artificial intelligence applications in smart […]
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