Sam Norledge

Sam leads Building SMART UK & Ireland‘s innovative IoT interoperability project. This project aims to transform the application of the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) standard, meeting the industry’s urgency for flexible data exchange. With his recent Master’s degree in Building Information Management and a wealth of expertise, Sam seeks to make the most of IFC’s potential to enable more innovative, sustainable, and efficient buildings.

He aims to provide a coherent framework for smart building data by working with key industry stakeholders. This collaboration will improve interoperability and bring substantial benefits to all parties.

As an avid speaker and thought leader who regularly shares his knowledge and ideas, Sam is an expert in data integration, BIM, IoT, and building automation. By committing to open standards and open-source solutions, Sam is enabling industry transparency and interoperability.

Offering a unique perspective with more than 10 years of practical experience in the AEC industry. Sam combines a deep awareness of the problems faced by main contractors during a digital transformation stage with a strong desire to use cutting-edge technology to produce greener, more digital buildings.