{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"SBA 544: Functional Testing vs Commissioning","description":"If you\u2019ve ever been on a project where \u201ccommissioning\u201d meant checking a few points and signing off, you\u2019ve seen the problem firsthand.   Confusion between functional testing and commissioning shows up everywhere and it quietly impacts project outcomes, budgets, and your credibility.   In this episode, you\u2019ll start to see where the lines actually are and why understanding them changes how you show up on every job. This isn\u2019t about definitions. It\u2019s about protecting your work, setting expectations, and delivering buildings that actually perform.   Topics Covered Why functional testing and commissioning get mixed up on real projects Where responsibilities break down between contractors and commissioning agents How scope confusion impacts cost, timelines, and accountability The role you play in educating owners and project teams Why positioning commissioning correctly builds long-term trust   If you want to speak confidently with owners, GCs, and design teams, this is a conversation you need to hear. ","author_name":"The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology","author_url":"https:\/\/www.smartbuildingsacademy.com\/","html":"