DeepSeek called a net positive for data centers despite overcapacity worries

More efficient AI models could reduce demand for liquid cooling retrofits while accelerating adoption, boosting the industry’s longer-term fortunes, experts say.

By Brian Martucci • Feb. 20, 2025

ABB and Samsung offer user-friendly energy management platform

By using an interface aimed at consumers, the companies are putting ease-of-use front and center for facilities managers.

By Robert Freedman • Feb. 12, 2025

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Data Centers

Exponential growth in the data center market is driving the need for more energy-intensive chips, leading operators to seek more power, improved cooling solutions and optimized designs that can boost efficiency and performance. 

By Facilities Dive staff

Schneider Electric unveils all-in-one HVAC room controller

The new device boasts AI-driven HVAC optimization capabilities that can help drive energy and emissions reductions and is compatible with most systems, the company says.

By Joe Burns • Feb. 11, 2025

Envoy launches mobile version of virtual front desk application

The mobile version of Virtual Front Desk provides access control and other services, even when operators are away from their desk, Envoy says.

By Joe Burns • Feb. 5, 2025

2025 facilities management outlook

From AI and automation to data center cooling and more, advances in technology are key to the progression of building operations and management, facility managers say.

By Joe Burns • Jan. 31, 2025

FM Technology Outlook: Will AI lead to efficiency gains in 2025?

Experts see promise in generative AI’s ability to guide facilities managers and other building operators as well as enable new use cases for existing technologies. 

By Joe Burns • Updated Jan. 31, 2025

Degree Analytics to expand its higher ed facilities optimization platform

The company raised $5 million for development and adoption of its facilities optimization platform, which it says helps institutions harness real-time data insights. 

By Joe Burns • Jan. 28, 2025

After location, Wi-Fi and mobile connectivity are key factors for occupiers: Boldyn

Nearly 4 out of 5 U.S. occupiers expect to relocate in the next five years, according to a survey of business leaders. The respondents ranked connectivity higher than space, security and price in importance.

By Joe Burns • Jan. 27, 2025

Beyond boundaries: 5 benefits of a unified vision for physical security

Revolutionize security with cloud-managed systems that are flexible, scalable and built for the future.

By Grant Shirk, Senior Director of Product Marketing • Jan. 27, 2025

Are building automation systems realistic for small and medium-sized buildings?

New technology makes affordable building automation a reality for small and medium-sized buildings.

By Caitlin Painter • Jan. 27, 2025

The 2025 outlook for data center cooling

Rapidly increasing server rack densities and 24/7 uptime requirements will increase demand for liquid and hybrid cooling systems, including retrofits, these data center cooling experts say.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 22, 2025

Liberty Energy, DC Grid partner on off-grid power for data centers and EV hubs

The alliance aims to “provide site-specific power solutions” with higher power conversion efficiency and lower emissions than current solutions, the companies said.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 21, 2025

Building access control solutions advance amid physical security concerns

ButterflyMX recently secured more capital to “solidify” its position in the market and Siemens has integrated Apple Wallet mobile access into its access control system.

By Joe Burns and Brian Martucci • Jan. 16, 2025

6 facilities management trends set to define 2025

Facilities managers are leveraging data to optimize operations and meet changing occupier needs while anticipating federal policy shifts and growing data center demand.

By Joe Burns , Nish Amarnath • Jan. 14, 2025

Microsoft plans to pour $80B into cloud data centers

The tech giant will funnel more than half of the investments into U.S.-based facilities, Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith said.

By Matt Ashare • Jan. 7, 2025

12 predictions for how facilities management will evolve in 2025

Modular data centers, AI-driven building management systems, energy optimization, hybrid work adaptations and a continued demand for skilled workers are some of what industry participants expect in the new year.

By the Facilities Dive Team • Jan. 2, 2025

Caddis Cloud Solutions, Mission Critical Group partner on data center power solutions

The partnership will streamline design and deployment while reducing equipment lead times and improving energy efficiency, Mission Critical Group’s CEO said.

By Brian Martucci • Dec. 20, 2024

Mojave works to scale its dehumidification-driven commercial AC technology

The company is currently working with the DOE to pilot and test its system, which uses techniques the agency says will result in “exceptional energy efficiency,” in air conditioning. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 19, 2024

SAP adds carbon-tracking solution to its cloud-based ERP toolkit

The Green Ledger tool tracks and accounts for emissions across business units, the technology company said Monday.

By Matt Ashare • Dec. 18, 2024

Firms leverage AI to bolster camera capabilities

By integrating AI and machine learning with digital twins and heat sensor technology, firms are enhancing security, occupancy tracking and operational insights, while trying to ensure privacy protection.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 17, 2024

Vendors work to bolster IoT, BMS integrations

The latest news from building systems technology providers LG CNS, Amerlux and Akenza.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 11, 2024

Schneider Electric data center innovations shed light on AI strategy

A new data center reference design co-developed with NVIDIA and a high-density uninterruptible power supply will help advance the company’s future goals for energy and AI, Schneider Electric says.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 10, 2024

Lessen launches predictive maintenance and asset management platform for facilities, portfolios

With automation, artificial intelligence and real-time data, the Digital FM+ platform can reduce risk and optimize resource allocation, the company says.

By Joe Burns • Updated Dec. 6, 2024

Today’s hospitality union battle is over wages. The next one might be about tech.

Hotel managers say tech is streamlining operations amid a tight labor market. Hospitality unions, meanwhile, have expressed concerns — and are making them known in contract negotiations.

By Noelle Mateer • Dec. 5, 2024

Mallcomm adds AI-powered sales insights to its commercial property management platform

The platform’s real-time data and transparency can help facility managers navigate changing landlord-tenant relationships and optimize sales performance, a Mallcomm executive said.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 4, 2024