{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"SBA 569: Digital Twins for Buildings - Separating Practical Use from Hype","description":"Digital twins promise to transform building operations, but how much of that promise translates into measurable results? If you work in building automation, you've likely seen impressive digital twin demonstrations featuring interactive 3D models, real-time equipment data, and advanced analytics. But what does it actually take to turn those capabilities into tools that building operators can trust and use? In Episode 569 of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast, David McDowell explores the gap between digital twin marketing and real-world implementation, drawing on firsthand experience integrating BAS data, fault detection and diagnostics, and operational dashboards into a digital twin project. Whether you're a BAS technician, engineer, systems integrator, or project manager, understanding where digital twins deliver value and where projects encounter challenges can help you make better decisions about the technology you're implementing. Topics Covered What separates a functional digital twin from an impressive 3D visualization Where digital twins can provide practical value in building operations, energy management, and maintenance Why BAS data quality, semantic tagging, and system integration influence digital twin performance The challenges of vendor platforms, analytics transparency, and long-term system ownership What building automation teams should consider before investing in or expanding a digital twin initiative Before your next digital twin project or vendor presentation, discover what matters beyond the demonstration and how to recognize opportunities that can deliver meaningful operational value. ","author_name":"The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology","author_url":"https:\/\/www.smartbuildingsacademy.com\/","html":"