In this episode, we dive into the core skills of successful building automation technicians. If you've ever found yourself wondering why do some BAS techs seem to effortlessly advance while I'm still stuck struggling, this episode is for you!
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SBA 324: The 5 Core Skills of Successful BAS Technicians
By Smart Buildings Academy on Mar 23, 2022 4:58:47 PM
Topics: Podcasts
13 min read
SBA 323: Is it Hot in Here? Understanding Heating During Shoulder Months
By Smart Buildings Academy on Mar 21, 2022 4:33:06 PM
In this episode, we discuss how to handle heating loads during shoulder months. Learn how to properly sequence your building automation systems during those days that are cold in the morning and hot after lunch.
Topics: Podcasts
12 min read
SBA 322: The Biggest Barriers to Project Success and How to Overcome Them
By Smart Buildings Academy on Mar 9, 2022 5:31:13 PM
In this episode, we discuss the key actions (or lack thereof) that produce building automation product success. We also look at how to implement these actions to ensure project success.
Topics: Podcasts
20 min read
SBA 321: How to Secure Your BAS Part 3
By Smart Buildings Academy on Mar 7, 2022 3:42:46 PM
In this episode, we discuss common attack methods that can be used to attack a BAS, we look at how attacks progress, and we discuss cyber security controls that can be put in place using existing frameworks.
Topics: Podcasts
14 min read
SBA 320: How to Secure Your BAS Part 2
By Smart Buildings Academy on Mar 2, 2022 10:42:16 AM
In this episode, we continue our discussion on securing your BAS against cyber threats. We will discuss how to explore the cybersecurity capabilities of a BAS, discuss the limitations of cyber security controls, and will look at the human aspects of cyber security.
Topics: Podcasts
16 min read
SBA 319: How to Secure Your BAS Part 1
By Smart Buildings Academy on Feb 28, 2022 10:54:56 AM
In this episode, we begin our discussion on how to secure your building automation. We will explore, potential threats to a building automation system, how to assess risk, and common cyber security controls
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 318: Cruise Control to Setpoint - A Model for Understanding PID Loops
By Smart Buildings Academy on Feb 18, 2022 10:31:43 AM
In this episode, we discuss how PID loops work and how to effortlessly tune them.
Topics: Podcasts
13 min read
SBA 317: Making Sense of Electrical Concepts Without Becoming an Electrician
By Smart Buildings Academy on Feb 16, 2022 10:52:16 AM
In this episode, we discuss the key electrical concepts that a BAS professional needs to understand.
Topics: Podcasts
16 min read
SBA 316: Hitting a Wall? How to Use Targeted Selling to Get In the Door
By Smart Buildings Academy on Feb 14, 2022 12:37:15 PM
In this episode, we discuss how to use targeted account selling to bypass gatekeepers and advance your sales efforts.
Topics: Podcasts
16 min read
SBA 315: Is Capital Planning The Ultimate Path to Sales Success?
By Smart Buildings Academy on Feb 11, 2022 10:39:25 AM
In this episode, we discuss how to use capital planning to help supercharge our BAS sales.