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Wednesday 4 February, 08:30-12:00 / CC5.1
Unlocking Smart Building Value
The Summit will explore how smart building technologies – such as building automation, IoT, analytics, and energy optimisation – unlock value for all stakeholders. The event will address AI, Big Data, cybersecurity, sustainability, and smart workplaces, highlighting the benefits for owners, tenants, and landlords in driving efficiency, comfort, and property value.
For 2026, the Summit is adopting a breakfast briefing format to enable delegates to maximise their time afterwards on the show floor.
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UNLOCKING SMART BUILDING VALUE
Smart building technologies redefine how buildings, workplaces and facilities are managed and maintained. With clear technological advancements, it’s now time to show all stakeholders how to unlock the value of smart buildings.
The new building automation systems digitally integrate HVAC, lighting, and security controls to optimise performance and reduce waste. Advanced analytics platforms can process collected data to provide actionable insights for predictive maintenance and operational efficiency. Internet of Things (IoT) sensors enable real-time monitoring of energy consumption, occupancy, and environmental conditions.
Additionally, wireless connectivity and cloud-based management allow seamless remote access and control, enhancing flexibility and responsiveness.
Owners can unlock value by investing in integrated building management systems that optimise energy use and reduce operational costs. They can also leverage data analytics to predict maintenance needs, extending equipment lifespan and minimising downtime. Implementing advanced security features enhances tenant safety and property appeal.
Tenants benefit from smart buildings through enhanced comfort, such as personalised climate control and lighting. Access to real-time information on building services and amenities improves convenience and productivity. Smart buildings can also support wellness initiatives by monitoring air quality and promoting healthier environments.
Landlords can increase property value and attract higher-quality tenants by marketing smart building features. They can use smart technologies to streamline lease management and billing processes. Additionally, demonstrating sustainability through smart energy management can meet regulatory requirements and appeal to environmentally conscious tenants.
SUMMIT PROGRAMME
08:30
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CC5.110 mins
- Smart Building Summit
A review of the programme, housekeeping notes and some highlights to look out for.
08:40
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
As physical AI, sensing tech, and robotics evolve, the KVM era fades, pulling humans back into richer physical interaction. As digital and physical worlds merge, industries from entertainment to smart spaces reveal new ways we’ll learn, work, and play. This talk explores emerging possibilities through projects, processes, and real-world parallels. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | CTS-D: 0.25)
09:00
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
Erik Ubels, one of SBS’s favourite speakers, cuts through technical noise to show how to bridge physical infrastructure with data analytics and AI. Learn to transform raw data into actionable, even predictive insights that elevate efficiency and drive measurable gains, empowering teams to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | CTS-D: 0.25 | CTS-I: 0.25)Speakers
09:20
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
Join top integrators and consultants to explore how smart building integration creates real value by uniting disparate technologies. Learn execution strategies that turn complex systems into seamless, high-performance assets. If you want to master the “how” behind the smart building hype, this session is for you. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | CTS-D: 0.25 | CTS-I: 0.25)SpeakersModerator
09:40
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
End the “spaghetti” of fragmented building systems. This session shows how a no-code Building Operating System can cut integration time by 50% and unify HVAC, elevators, IoT, and access control. Learn how to shift from reactive fixes to AI-driven detection and automation, gaining full control of any building’s tech stack. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | CTS-D: 0.25 | CTS-I: 0.25)Speakers
10:00
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
Smart buildings promise efficiency and sustainability, but proving value is the real challenge. This session explores ecosystem trends, AI-powered platforms, and the metrics that turn energy, space, and asset data into measurable business outcomes.
10:20
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CC5.140 mins
- Smart Building Summit
When we say 'Unlocking the Value,' we're talking about more than just energy savings. Our panel of industry experts, moderated by Matthew Marson of JLL, will address how best to unlock the values of a smart building. Executives on the panel will explore how to justify the investment in smart technology, and look ahead 5 years to what overlooked technology or trend will add the most 'value' to the smart building. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.5 | CTS-D: 0.5)Speakers
11:00
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
As smart buildings become data-rich ecosystems, fear of cyber risk can stall progress. This session reframes security as an enabler—showing how tackling cybersecurity head-on builds the resilient digital foundation needed for scalable data and next-gen AI. Secure today to unlock tomorrow’s intelligent buildings. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | ANP: 0.25)
11:20
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CC5.120 mins
- Smart Building Summit
This session challenges fragmented systems and opaque solutions, showing why a unified, accessible data layer is essential for any smart-technology strategy. Learn to break down silos, surface lost data, and reclaim ownership—creating a streamlined, scalable, secure, AI-ready foundation from day one. (This session will provide the following RU's: CTS: 0.25 | ANP: 0.25)
11:40
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CC5.115 mins
- Smart Building Summit
Senior ProAV executives join moderator Bob Snyder to unpack real-world smart-building challenges. Explore AV-over-IP for flexible infrastructure, occupancy-driven energy savings, and unified communication standards. See how high-performance AV integration turns static properties into adaptive, high-value assets.
11:55
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CC5.15 mins
- Smart Building Summit
What have we learnt today and closing remarks
This year’s Smart Building Summit will cover the impact of AI, Big Data and cybersecurity, sustainability, and smarter workplaces.
Join us in our 11th edition of Smart Building Summit as we explore
- the technology that creates the value
- the integration that enables the value, and
- the keys to unlock the value for all the stakeholders
Following the Summit, there will be a Networking Brunch in the CC5 Garden starting at 12:00.
Please note: ISE reserves the right to amend the programme in the run-up to ISE 2026.
Content Chair Bob Snyder is the Editor-in-Chief of CHANNEL MEDIA EUROPE LTD., a content provider and consultant to high-tech companies in Europe and Middle East.
As our moderator since the very first Smart Building Conference in 2013, Bob follows the industry trends in smart building and knows many of Europe’s top smart building executives.
A well-known analyst and speaker on European IT and AV industry trends, Bob has been a guest speaker for such international corporate leaders as Lucent, NEC, AMD, Panasonic Industrial, Intel, Hewlett-Packard, BenQ, Tech Data, Toshiba, Ingram Micro and many others.
FAQs
What Is The Smart Building Summit At ISE?
The Smart Building Summit is a focused conference session at ISE that explores smart building solutions, from building automation and data platforms to cybersecurity, sustainability and smart workplaces, with practical takeaways you can apply in real projects.
Who Should Attend The Smart Building Summit?
It is most useful for building owners, landlords, facilities and workplace teams, systems designers, consultants, and integrators who want proven ways to unlock value through smart building solutions, not just hear theory.
Is This Relevant If I Work In The Smart Home Sector Too?
Yes. While the summit is centred on commercial buildings, many themes overlap with the smart home sector, such as home automation, connected technologies, security systems, and how smart devices generate data to improve performance and user experience.
How Is This Different From Other Sections at ISE?
The summit is a smart home conference style programme, designed for structured learning and insight. The Smart Home Expo and smart home exhibition areas are best for live demonstrations of products, smart homes, and smart home appliances on the show floor. Many visitors use both, the summit for strategy, then the expo floor for vendor evaluation.
What Topics Does The Summit Cover?
Expect practical coverage of building automation, IoT sensing, analytics, AI and Big Data, cybersecurity, sustainability, and smart building solutions for smarter workplaces, with a focus on outcomes such as efficiency, comfort and asset value.
Will It Cover Building Systems Like Lighting Technology And Security Systems?
Yes. Sessions and discussions commonly reference core building systems such as Lighting Technology, HVAC, access control, and security systems, with an emphasis on integration, data layers, and operational workflows rather than single product features.
Does The Summit Focus On Real World Delivery Or Just Concepts?
It is designed to be applied. The agenda leans into how integration enables value, how teams free their smart building data, and how operators move from reactive maintenance to predictive, AI assisted operations, with lessons you can adapt to your own estate.
Will There Be Guidance On Cybersecurity And Compliance?
Yes. Cybersecurity is treated as a cornerstone of building value, covering risk, governance, and practical approaches to protecting connected technologies and integrated systems, including what to ask suppliers about data access, identity, and operational resilience.
If I Am Also Interested In Smart Homes And Home Automation, What Should I Do?
Pair the Smart Building Summit with time in the Smart Home Expo areas to explore smart homes, home automation systems, and smart home appliances, then use what you learn to compare how residential experiences translate into workplace and building environments.
Is The Summit Useful If I Work With Smart Home Appliances Or Smart Devices?
Yes. Even in commercial settings, the same principles apply, device interoperability, secure integration, data access, and lifecycle support for smart devices and connected technologies.
Is The Summit Suitable If My Priority Is Independent Living Use Cases?
It can be, especially if you work on mixed use estates, healthcare, or assisted environments. Topics like monitoring, automation, security systems, and data driven operations translate well to independent living outcomes, such as safety, comfort, and responsive building services.
Where Can I See Smart Building Solutions In Action At ISE?
Use the summit to sharpen your priorities, then go to the show floor to compare smart building solutions through live demonstrations. This helps you separate marketing claims from what will work in your environment.
What Should I Ask Exhibitors When Comparing Home Automation Systems And Building Platforms?
Ask how data is captured, structured and owned, how integrations are maintained over time, what happens when devices are replaced, and how the solution handles security updates, user access, and audit trails.
Are There Networking Opportunities With Industry Leaders?
Yes. The summit is built around knowledge sharing and networking opportunities, with sessions led by industry leaders across integration, real estate technology, data platforms, and cybersecurity, plus time to meet peers and speakers around the programme.
What Will I Leave With After Attending?
You should leave with clearer language for making the business case, a shortlist of approaches that unlock value for owners, tenants and landlords, and a practical checklist for evaluating smart building solutions and connected technologies at ISE.
How Do I Get The Most Value If I Am Returning To ISE?
Use the summit to sense check what has changed, especially around AI and data layers, cybersecurity expectations, and integration patterns. Then revisit exhibitors with sharper questions and spend more time on live demonstrations that map to your operational needs.
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