From initial discovery through final training and support, successful automation projects require disciplined execution of each phase including engineering design, procurement, factory testing, and ...

Control narratives translate complex automation logic into accessible language that non-programmers can understand, serving as a shared reference point between operations staff, process engineers and ...

No matter how unique or cookie-cutter the building, every project has key drivers and tradeoffs the owner must contend with. Most project drivers are familiar to us: low install cost, low operating ...

Lighting automation, a popular component of home automation systems, utilizes smart light bulbs or special power outlets to enable homeowners to control their lighting remotely. These smart devices ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. This article is more than 2 years old. First floor living ...