Smart Buildings by Design

<p><strong style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>Smart buildings aren't just about automation-they're about integration.</strong><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)> In today's world HVAC lighting security IT fire alarm and AV systems must work together seamlessly to support building performance cybersecurity and long-term operational goals. But too often they remain isolated-leading to wasted energy frustrated users and costly retrofits.</span></p><p></p><p><em style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>Smart Buildings by Design: How the Fourth Trade Connects It All with the Purdue Model</em><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)> introduces a new mindset for building professionals: integration is its own discipline-the Fourth Trade. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in building automation and operational technology (OT) Jacob Jackson presents a top-down strategy rooted in the Purdue Model that starts at the enterprise level and works down through IT OT and field-level systems.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>This book provides practical tools and insights for engineers contractors architects facility managers and executives involved in new construction renovations or digital transformation efforts. You'll learn:</span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>How different building systems interact-and why they often conflict</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>Where integration breaks down in real projects (and how to fix it)</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>How to apply the Purdue Model in reverse to align technical design with business objectives</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>Ways to reduce risk through standards like Division 25 BACnet and structured network design</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>How to make the business case for integration to decision-makers</span></li></ul><p></p><p><strong style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>Smart Buildings by Design</strong><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(83 90 98 1)> is essential reading for anyone responsible for creating intelligent connected and future-ready buildings. Whether you're struggling with siloed systems or planning a next-generation facility this book will help you build with clarity strategy and confidence-from Day One.</span></p>