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 AI as an Operational Partner for Smart Buildings
August 12, 2026
  • OpenBlue
  • Thought Leadership
AI as an Operational Partner for Smart Buildings

AI is moving beyond dashboards and insights to become an active operational partner for facility teams. Explore how agentic AI can help organizations simplify operations, improve occupant experiences and give people more time to focus on strategic work.

Buildings
August 07, 2026
  • Building Automation and Controls
  • Thought Leadership
Building energy management systems: a practical guide for commercial facilities

Discover practical strategies for implementing Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) in commercial facilities. Optimize energy use and reduce costs effectively.

York heat pump
August 07, 2026
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Thought Leadership
Johnson Controls heat pumps cut 2025 heating costs by 32%, emissions by 55%

Discover how Johnson Controls heat pumps help organizations reduce heating costs, lower emissions, and improve efficiency with proven real-world results.

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August 06, 2026
  • Thought Leadership
Tokens per Watt: The new metric of the AI Factory era

Learn how Tokens per Watt complements PUE by measuring AI output per unit of energy, helping AI factories maximize productivity under power constraints.

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AI 101: Foundations and Real Applications

Artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful tool for facility and building operations teams, yet many organizations are still navigating what AI means, how it works, and where it can deliver real value. 

In this recorded session, OpenBlue experts explored the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and connected key concepts to real-world building operations use cases. Viewers will gain a practical understanding of how AI can support predictive maintenance, energy efficiency, and smarter decision-making, all explained in clear, accessible language without requiring a technical background.