building automation

The Shortlist, August 28: Honeywell Bulks Up its IoT Offering and KFC Ditches the ‘C’

The Internet of Things has allowed people to be more efficient in their routines for years, and businesses are increasingly implementing the technology into their own. Industrial conglomerate Honeywell announced it is adding more automation, cybersecurity and visualization tools to its ‘Forge for Buildings’ IoT platform. Honeywell CEO Darius Adamczyk told CNBC the company…

Smart Homes Aren’t “Smart,” But They Could Be, with Universal Screens and Neocontrol Global

When considering how to build a new smart home or transform an existing home into an automated one, there are generally two options available: DIY or a professional custom solution. Manufacturers of smart home equipment have made it exceedingly simple to do it yourself, but there is something to be said for hiring a…

Watch: Honeywell announces indoor navigation for IoT-connected buildings

Honeywell recently announced new features for its Vector Occupant App that make Smart Buildings even smarter. The centerpiece of the new features is indoor navigation, a tech that helps occupants navigate complicated building layouts. We’ve seen an immediate impact. The interactive map makes it really easy and intuitive to know exactly where you’re going, and…