1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 This episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast focuses on critical discussions that directly impact building automation professionals. Instructors Matt Scott, Ethan Morris, and Michael Roper explore the evolving relationship between BAS professionals and IT departments, common pitfalls in BAS specifications, and the practical value of trend logging. The conversation is centered on real-world challenges and strategies for success in modern building projects. The team shares insights based on field experiences, addressing issues that affect system performance, project timelines, and professional collaboration. This episode highlights actionable points for building automation professionals committed to delivering better outcomes. Key Topics Covered: The current state of collaboration between BAS teams and IT departments Why BAS devices are increasingly treated as IT assets Risks of not coordinating with IT during BAS deployments and how to avoid project delays Specification mistakes seen in BAS projects and professional ways to offer feedback The role of trend logs in troubleshooting, compliance, and performance improvement This episode will help you strengthen your BAS practices and stay ahead in a rapidly changing environment. The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology https://www.smartbuildingsacademy.com/ <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36361460/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/36361460