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Building Intelligence Platform

A Digital Foundation for Modern Building Operations

The Switch Platform connects building systems, enterprise applications, IoT devices and operational data into a single, trusted source of truth.

Built for Large Portfolios and Complex Environments

Switch helps organizations move beyond disconnected systems and manual processes by transforming building data into actionable intelligence and automated operations.

6,500+

Buildings managed worldwide, Including 2,100+ financial services buildings

How Switch Transforms Building Operations

From data integration to analytics and control, Switch provides the digital foundation required to improve performance, reduce energy consumption and prepare buildings for AI-driven operations.

Bring Together Data from Building Systems, Sensors, Meters and Enterprise Applications

Switch integrates with all major building systems, enterprise applications, and IoT devices using open standards and APIs, Switch enables organizations to leverage existing investments without replacing building systems.

Using open standards and APIs, Switch enables organizations to leverage existing investments without replacing building systems.

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Switch Integrates

BMS/BAS

HVAC systems

Energy and utility meters

Occupancy and utilization

Lighting controls

Access control systems

CMMS and CAFM platforms

Enterprise data sources

IoT devices and gateways

Indoor air quality sensors

Create a Trusted and Consistent Building Data Foundation

Building data is often fragmented, inconsistently named and difficult to use at scale. Switch automatically organizes and structures data using industry best practices and semantic modelling, creating a digital representation of building assets, systems and relationships.

This trusted data layer enables portfolio-wide visibility, benchmarking, analytics and future AI applications.

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Semantic Data Layer

Raw System Data

Structured Assets & Relationships

Normalized Building Model

Turn Building Data Into Operational Intelligence

Switch continuously monitors building performance to identify faults, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.

Facilities teams gain visibility into what matters most and where action is required.

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Capabilities

Fault Detection & Diagnostics

Performance benchmarking

Operational dashboards

Automated reporting

Energy analytics

KPI tracking

Alarm management

Portfolio-wide insights

Move Beyond Dashboards and Reports

Switch enables organizations to automate workflows and operational responses based on real-time building conditions.

Using open standards and APIs, Switch enables organizations to leverage existing investments without replacing building systems.

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Automations

Automatically adjusting HVAC schedules

Triggering maintenance
workflows

Managing Comfort and Energy
Performance

Optimizing equipment operation

Responding to Occupancy
Patterns

Escalating operational issues

Manage Buildings as a Portfolio, Not as Individual Assets

Whether managing dozens or thousands of buildings, Switch provides centralized visibility, governance and operational consistency.

The result is a scalable operating model for modern building portfolios.

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Portfolio Capabilities

Benchmark sites

Standardize performance metrics

Monitor Sustainability Initiatives

Track operational KPIs

Deploy Programs Across Regions

Support enterprise reporting requirements

Cloud-Based Building Operating Solution

From Building Systems to Business Outcomes

A structured, five-layer model that transforms raw building data into measurable operational value.

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Building Systems

BMS, HVAC, Meters, IoT, Access, Lighting

Independent Data Layer

Normalized, structured, semantically modeled

Analytics & Insights

FDD, energy, benchmarking, dashboards

Automation & Control

Scheduled, triggered, workflow-driven

Business Outcomes

Efficiency, sustainability, scalable operations

Built for Existing Buildings

Most buildings were not designed for digital operations. Switch helps organizations modernize existing assets without replacing building systems or creating vendor lock-in.

Our open architecture supports both new developments and brownfield environments, enabling a practical path toward smarter, more efficient and more sustainable operations.

No Rip-and-Replace

Open Architecture

Vendor-Neutral

Legacy Systems Supported

Connect to BMS, SCADA, and legacy infrastructure without replacement.

No Vendor Lock-In

Open standards and APIs keep you free to evolve your technology stack.

Incremental Modernization

Add capabilities progressively as your portfolio matures digitally.

Portfolio-Wide Governance

Apply consistent standards and policies across all sites from day one.

AI Requires Trusted, Structured and Connected Building Data

The Switch Platform provides the digital foundation that enables organizations to confidently adopt machine learning, intelligent automation and future AI capabilities.

By connecting systems, normalizing data and creating operational context, Switch helps building owners prepare for the next generation of building operations.

Our AI Approach

1

Connect Systems

Integrate all data sources into one platform

2

Normalize Data

Structured, semantically modeled, trusted

3

Operational Context

Assets, relationships, historical baselines

4

AI-Ready Foundation

ML, intelligent automation, predictive ops

How Building Leaders Turn Data Into Measurable Results

Explore Success Stories

Discover how organizations use Switch Automation to reduce energy costs, improve operational performance, and achieve sustainability goals across their building portfolios.

Optimizing Operations and Driving Energy Savings with Switch Automation

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K-12 Career Exploration Campus - Indoor Air Quality Improvement Through Smart Building Solutions

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Fifth Third approaches 25% average monthly energy savings using Portfolio Benchmarking

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Switch Dx³ combines with Microsoft Azure to provide key capabilities as part of Oxford’s Smart Building strategy

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Streamlining NABERS reporting to improve accountability, resourcing and gain a competitive advantage

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Austec decreases energy costs by 12.6% at the Hyperdome Shopping Centre

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Leveraging real-time command and control for RTU commissioning

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  Switch Automation improved the data competency of our entire property management team. With the Switch Platform, we can spot trends in historical HVAC data to understand and optimize underperforming sites leading to 17-25% monthly energy savings.

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Vice President, Property Technical Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn how smart building software, digital twins, analytics, and automation help improve operational efficiency and sustainability.

How Does a Smart Building Platform Work?

A smart building platform connects building systems, IoT devices and operational data into a single environment where information can be monitored, analyzed and automated. Switch integrates existing building technologies, transforms fragmented data into actionable insights and enables organizations to improve building performance across their portfolios.

Can a Smart Building Platform Connect Existing Building Systems?

Yes. Modern smart building platforms are designed to work with existing Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC equipment, lighting controls, meters, IoT devices and enterprise applications. Switch uses open APIs and industry-standard protocols to connect these systems without requiring organizations to replace their existing infrastructure.

Why Is Building Data Normalization Important?

Building data often comes from different systems with inconsistent naming conventions and formats, making it difficult to analyze at scale. Switch automatically normalizes and structures building data into a consistent operational model, providing a trusted foundation for reporting, analytics, automation and AI.

How Does Building Analytics Improve Building Performance?

Building analytics continuously monitor operational data to identify equipment faults, energy waste and performance issues. Switch provides real-time dashboards, Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD), benchmarking and automated reporting that help facilities teams make faster, data-driven decisions.

How Can Building Automation Reduce Manual Facility Management?

Building automation reduces repetitive operational tasks by automatically responding to real-time building conditions. Switch can automate HVAC schedules, maintenance workflows, equipment optimization and operational alerts, helping facilities teams improve efficiency while reducing manual effort.

Can Existing Buildings Be Modernized Without Replacing Building Systems?

Yes. Most commercial buildings already contain valuable building systems and operational data. Switch connects existing infrastructure and creates a digital foundation that modernizes building operations without requiring a complete replacement of Building Management Systems or equipment.

How Does Switch Help Organizations Manage Large Building Portfolios?

Switch provides centralized visibility across multiple buildings by standardizing operational data, benchmarking performance and delivering portfolio-wide reporting. This enables organizations to manage hundreds or thousands of buildings using consistent operational processes and performance metrics.

Why Is Connected Building Data Important for AI?

Artificial intelligence depends on accurate, structured and connected building data to deliver reliable insights. Switch creates a trusted digital foundation by connecting building systems, organizing operational data and providing the context needed for AI-powered analytics and intelligent automation.

What Types of Building Systems Can Switch Connect?

Switch integrates with Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC equipment, lighting controls, energy meters, occupancy sensors, access control systems, IoT devices, CMMS and CAFM platforms, indoor air quality sensors and enterprise applications to provide a unified view of building operations.

Why Do Organizations Choose Switch to Modernize Building Operations?

Organizations choose Switch because it combines system integration, data normalization, building analytics, automation and portfolio management into one scalable platform. This enables building owners to improve operational efficiency, reduce energy consumption and prepare existing buildings for AI-driven operations.

Ready to Digitize Your Building Portfolio?

Book a demo and see how Switch connects, analyzes, and optimizes your buildings from day one.

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