In this episode we discuss what demand and consumption are and how these concepts apply to building automation.
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SBA 269: What is Consumption and Demand
By Phil Zito on Aug 18, 2021 6:00:00 AM
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 268: How to Calculate a ROI for an ECM
By Phil Zito on Aug 16, 2021 6:00:00 AM
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.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 267: 5 Tips to Sell BAS When You Don't Own the Account
By Phil Zito on Aug 13, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode we will be discussing 5 tips to sell building automation solutions to your competitors customers.
I believe we are entering a period of time where the ability to sell into existing competitors accounts will be crucial for business survival.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 266: How to Scope a Retrofit Project
By Phil Zito on Aug 11, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast we discuss the three critical areas you must focus on when you are scoping a retrofit project.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 265: How to Audit a Site
By Phil Zito on Aug 9, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast we discuss the exact steps to perform a site audit. This process is key for retrofit projects and other solution oriented projects.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 264 :Selling Services for BAS
By Phil Zito on Jul 23, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode we discuss how to sell services to your building automation customers.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 263: How to use the Cloud for Hosting BAS
By Phil Zito on Jul 21, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast we will be discussing how to use the cloud to host certain parts of your BAS.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 262: Cloud for Building Automation
By Phil Zito on Jul 19, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast we discuss cloud computing and cloud services for building automation systems.
Topics: Podcasts
10 min read
SBA 261: Understanding Strategic Sales in BAS
By Phil Zito on Jul 16, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode we discuss how to approach strategic sales opportunities in building automation.
Topics: Podcasts
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SBA 260: How to work with APIs in BAS
By Phil Zito on Jul 14, 2021 6:00:00 AM
In this episode we discuss to consume data from API's and how to bring that data into your building automation system.