BSRIA has published its new guide BG 91/2026 Procuring Smart Building Technology, an essential resource for professionals looking to install or renew smart building systems.
The document, now available on BSRIA’s website, covers the full procurement process, from defining needs to delivering benefits, ensuring the right people, process and technology are in place to maximise the return on investment. This is practical guidance for both technical and non-technical decision-makers, advising on capital and operational expenditure for a single building or a portfolio.
Framing Smart Building Technology
From IoT sensors and building analytics platforms to fault detection diagnostics (FDD) and Artificial Intelligence Applications, the guide provides a refreshingly straight-forward framework for making informed decisions when purchasing smart building technology. Additionally, it gives practical guidance on the system and process changes needed to optimise building operations, reducing energy and maintenance costs, and enhancing sustainability and occupant experience.
The Way to Smarter Procurement
The guide makes a clear and compelling case for data-driven and practical procurement. Technical and non-technical decision-makers will find help preparing inspection checklists, engaging with key stakeholders, and navigating the procurement process effectively within.
Tom Garrigan, Executive Technical Director, BSRIA, said: “Smart building technology offers tremendous potential to transform how we manage and operate buildings and this guide helps our industry unlock those benefits. By offering clear, practical guidance on procurement, we’re helping building managers make better decisions that deliver real value.”
John Taylor, Publications Manager & Technical Specialist, BSRIA, added: “BG 91/2026 fills a gap we’ve identified for practical, authoritative guidance on procuring smart building technology. Developed to deliver universally accessible step-by-step advice, it offers easy-to-digest takeaways, which can be quickly implemented, whether you’re a technical specialist or a facilities manager with your first smart buildings project.”
The publication, sponsored by Clockworks Analytics and AIS BMS, is available now from BSRIA.
