Welcome to ASHB’s Large-Building Industry Council
The Smart Building Council (SBC) (formerly known as the Intelligent Buildings Council) works to strengthen the large building automation industry through innovative technology-focused research projects. Established in 2001, SBC reviews market opportunities, takes strategic action and monitors initiatives that relate to integrated systems and automation in the large building sector. The Council’s projects promote the next generation of intelligent building technologies and incorporate a holistic approach that optimizes building performance and savings.
Upcoming Think Tank: Wednesday, June 18 | 12PM ET
Topice: The Future of Services in Smart Buildings
Join ASHB and Harbor Research for a Think Tank on “The Future of Services in Smart Buildings.” Based on 2024 research, the session will explore how digital tools and outcome-based models like Building-as-a-Service (BaaS) are transforming smart building operations. Topics include real-world service models, key adoption barriers, and how suppliers can deliver on goals like efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency.
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May 27, 2025 Meeting Webinar
Keynote: AI & Smart Buildings Scaling to Smart Real Estate Portfolio with Ghazi Atallah of Picacity AI
AI-powered Smart Building Digital Platforms are transforming real estate management by enabling smarter, more efficient portfolio operations. In this session, Ghazi Atallah, Founder & CEO of Picacity AI, will share how AI delivers value across buildings, campuses, and districts through enhanced decision-making, energy optimization, and automation. Attendees will learn how AI can streamline operations, cut costs, and improve sustainability and security. Discover how portfolio-wide AI adoption creates a unified, scalable strategy for managing smart real estate.
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Past Webinars & Think Tanks
February 27, 2025 Meeting Webinar
Keynote: Cybersecurity Best Practices – Safeguarding Your Network and Building Systems with Brad Bonfiglio of Schneider Electric
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November 7, 2024 Meeting Webinar
Keynote: Optimizing Building Data for Maximum Value by James Palmer of Metrikus
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August 13, 2024 Meeting Webinar
Keynote: Harnessing AI for Intelligent Buildings: Overcoming Challenges and Maximizing Value by Harry Pascarella of Harbor Research
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July 16, 2024 Think Tank
Topic: Exploring AI Use Cases to Create Value in Intelligent Buildings hosted by Harry Pascarella of Harbor Research
Presentation | Recording (Harbor Research)
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