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The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology

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Welcome to the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast, the world’s largest podcast dedicated to the building automation industry! Join our expert instructors every week as they break down the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in smart buildings. No matter your position in the industry and whether you're a beginner or expert, this podcast delivers the knowledge and strategies you need to learn and stay ahead in the industry. With expert insights, special guest interviews, and real-world training, our episodes are designed to inform, educate, and empower. Many companies even use our podcast as a free training resource for their teams. Subscribe now! Visit us at www.smartbuildingsacademy.com to check out the numerous FREE training resources we offer.
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SBA 297: How to Manage Warranty

A lot of BAS companies lose money during the warranty phase. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode we discuss how you can protect yourself and establish a warranty process that avoids project slippage.

Nov 03, 2021•13 min

SBA 294: How to Work with CxA

In this episode we discuss how to work with and support commissioning agents on your building automation projects.

Oct 25, 2021•15 min

SBA 293: How to Work with TAB

In this episode we discuss how to estimate, schedule and prepare to support test and balance in our building automation projects.

Oct 22, 2021•9 min

SBA 292: How to Work with IT Groups

In this episode we discuss how to work with IT groups and IT personnel on your building automation projects. You will learn what roles exist within IT groups, when to engage IT groups, and how to work with IT groups to get your project needs met.

Oct 20, 2021•12 min

SBA 291: How to Program from Submittals

In this episode we discuss how to write building automation programs from scratch. We discuss the programming process, how to use design patterns, and strategies for writing programs from sequences.

Oct 18, 2021•16 min

SBA 290: How to Perform Graphics and Front-end Setup

Often times what the customer sees is what defines the "quality" of your project. The reality is that graphics and the "functionality" of your building automation system are what shape the perceived quality of your installation. In this episode we discuss strategies to implement user friendly graphics while also setting up your BAS front-end correctly.

Oct 15, 2021•15 min

SBA 289: How to Validate Installation and Perform P2P Checkout

Do you want to avoid callbacks on your building automation projects? In this episode we discuss how to validate installation and how to perform point-to-point checkout on your building automation projects so you can get off your current project and onto the next project.

Oct 13, 2021•14 min

SBA 288: How to Manage Project Costs

In this episode we discuss how to manage project costs and strategies for cost reduction and cashflow in your building automation projects.

Oct 11, 2021•15 min

SBA 287: How to Schedule out Labor and Common Tasks

Scheduling out labor for building automation projects can be a pain. In this episode we discuss how to approach labor scheduling and labor management in your building automation projects.

Oct 08, 2021•23 min

SBA 282: The Mindset Behind a BAS Career

In this episode we discuss how to approach starting and advancing a career in building automation. We also look at the mindset of investing in your employees and seeking growth experiences throughout your BAS career.

Sep 24, 2021•29 min

SBA 281: On My Mind

In this episode I share random things that are on my mind about sales, building automation, technology, and training. I hope you enjoy this glimpse into my thoughts and beliefs.

Sep 22, 2021•36 min

SBA 280: BACnet IP vs MS/TP

In this episode we take a slightly biased look at the pros and cons of IP enabled controllers versus MS/TP controllers. Enjoy!

Sep 20, 2021•27 min

SBA 279: Selling Access Control Integrations

In this episode we discuss how to sell very complex integrations. We discuss the importance of identifying your vertical market and stakeholders, we also discuss how to tailor integrated solutions to meet your customer's needs. We then cover how to address the risk of selling access control to building automation integrations.

Sep 17, 2021•18 min

SBA 278: Implementing Access Control Integrations

Integrating access control systems into your building automation systems can be difficult. In this podcast episode we discuss strategies and tips for integrating access control systems into your BAS.

Sep 15, 2021•8 min

SBA 277: The Basics of Access Control Integrations

In this episode we explore the complex world of access control integrations. You will learn the basics of access control systems and the basics of approaching access control integrations.

Sep 13, 2021•9 min

SBA 274: The Basics of Audio Visual Integrations

Audio Visual systems are complex systems. But when integrated into or with a building automation system they can add tremendous capabilities to the end user. In this episode we will begin to look at the fundamentals of audio visual system integration.

Aug 30, 2021•9 min

SBA 273: Selling Lighting Integrations

How do you sell integrations to your customers? What gotchas do you need to be aware of? How do you approach complex integration sales? Learn all of this and more in this episode.

Aug 27, 2021•19 min

SBA 272: Implementing Lighting Integrations

In this episode we explore how to implement lighting integrations. We go step-by-step through the process of implementing lighting integrations and discuss the three most common approaches to integrating systems into our building automation systems.

Aug 25, 2021•17 min

SBA 271: The Basics of Lighting Integrations

In this episode we are starting a multi-part series on integration. In this series you will learn strategies, tips, and tricks on how to approach and maintain simple and complex integrations. This episode will cover the basics of lighting integration. What is lighting integration? What nuances do we need to look out for when integrating lighting systems.

Aug 23, 2021•15 min

SBA 270: Why Your Customers Don't Need a Smart Building

There are so many people promoting smart buildings and smart buildings technology. But do your customer's even need a smart building? In this episode we explore whether it makes sense to have a smart building or if something else should take their place...

Aug 20, 2021•16 min

SBA 268: How to Calculate a ROI for an ECM

Building automation professionals should understand how to calculate the return on investment and payback period for building automation energy conservation measures. In this episode we explore the fundamentals of return on investment calculations for energy conservation measures.

Aug 16, 2021•13 min
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