Building automation systems help facility managers monitor equipment, optimize building performance, and detect potential issues before they become major disruptions. However, detecting an issue is only the first step. Ensuring the right technician receives and responds to a critical alarm is equally important. Johnson Controls Metasys is a building automation system (BAS) that enables facility … Continued
Over the past couple of weeks, as snowstorms and extreme cold swept across much of the Northeast, something interesting started happening on our end at OnPage. Our phones lit up. Not from healthcare teams or IT operations/tech teams, which is where many people expect us to be used, but from HVAC companies, contractors, and property … Continued
Managing a facility means dealing with issues at all hours, often when no one is sitting at their desks watching the controls. Building automation systems act as the smart backbone of today’s buildings by connecting HVAC, lighting, fire safety, security, electricity, and more into one seamless platform. Whether it’s a hospital that demands zero downtime … Continued
The Need for Incident Management Several challenges impact customers and operations of utilities and energy companies, including aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, inclement weather, operational failures and transmission interruptions. These challenges can cause prolonged service disruptions, potentially leading to customer attrition and irreversible damage to businesses. Responding quickly and efficiently to incidents is critical to minimize … Continued
Facility managers are responsible for maintaining safe, operational and efficient buildings. From HVAC and plumbing systems to electrical infrastructure, fire safety equipment and building management systems (BMS), facilities teams must oversee numerous interconnected systems while meeting safety requirements and minimizing operational disruptions. However, monitoring these systems across multiple buildings and locations can be challenging, especially … Continued
