A building management system (BMS) is a computer-based control system that monitors and manages a building's mechanical and electrical equipment including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, power systems, fire systems and security. Modern BMS platforms like Enterprise Buildings Integrator provide a unified interface for managing these diverse systems. The system collects data from sensors throughout the facility, processes this information through automated control logic, and adjusts equipment operation to maintain comfort while improving energy efficiency. Advanced BMS solutions integrate with enterprise software to provide portfolio-wide visibility and AI-supported optimization capabilities.
Building Management
Elevate building management system performance
Intelligent automation that unifies insights and helps strengthen building safety and performance.
Intelligent automation that unifies insights and helps strengthen building safety and performance.
Comprehensive Building Automation From a Single Platform
Honeywell's comprehensive building automation solutions span from intelligent controllers and field devices at the building's edge to powerful cloud-based analytics and enterprise software. Our integrated architecture delivers precise local control while enabling centralized visibility and optimization. Open protocols and IP connectivity create connected data flow between systems. Whether managing a single facility or thousands of buildings portfolio-wide, our solutions scale to meet operational demands while helping maintain security and performance.
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25¢ per sq ft energy optimization1
Based on observed Honeywell Forge customer outcomes from 2018-2022, with reductions in energy and maintenance costs. Results may vary depending on square footage and facility digitization maturity levels.
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$1 million/hour
System downtime can cost as much as $1 million per hour in lost productivity. 2 Managed services help you solve complex problems faster and cheaper.
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100+ years of building expertise3
Honeywell's century of commercial building operations experience helps optimize performance across building type and industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Building Management
Building automation helps improve energy efficiency through continuous monitoring, automated scheduling and intelligent optimization. Systems track actual occupancy patterns and adjust HVAC, lighting and plug loads accordingly rather than operating on fixed schedules. AI and machine learning algorithms analyze historical data to predict optimal start/stop times for equipment, helping to reduce energy waste during unoccupied periods. Advanced platforms like Honeywell Forge for Buildings help optimize the balance between energy consumption and indoor air quality goals.
Yes, modern building management platforms are designed to integrate fire, life safety and security systems alongside traditional HVAC controls. Enterprise Buildings Integrator manages all these domains from one interface, helping provide faster incident response and coordinated emergency procedures. Connected Life Safety Services adds cloud-based monitoring and automated compliance reporting for fire systems. Access control and video management integrate to help provide comprehensive security while sharing data with the BMS for functions like occupancy-based HVAC control. This integration helps reduce operational costs by reducing reliance on separate management systems while helping improve safety outcomes through unified incident management and automated emergency response procedures.
