Regarding Smart as a, which we often call the SBaaS model, in fact, many people who are engaged in office buildings, commercial complexes, and even some large park management are particularly concerned because to put it bluntly, it can solve many practical troubles. Just put it simply! In the past, when we built smart buildings, we might have to spend money to buy a large hardware device, which is the control system! That sensor! There are any messy servers that have to be done by yourself, and then someone has to be invited to install them. After they are installed, they have to raise a group of people to maintain and upgrade them. This is the money and energy! It hit it upwards with a crack, it’s so scary! SBaaS! The roughly means that these messy things are packaged and handled by a special service provider. Users can enjoy various services in this smart building just like they used to pay water and electricity bills, just like they used to pay money on a monthly or annual basis. Isn’t it much more convenient? This thing is a bit like what office software we use now. In the past, we had to buy CDs and install them on our computer. Now we can use it by opening it directly on the web page. We pay monthly fees, which is very easy to save!
Is it a good thing to talk about? That's too many…
1. The initial investment is greatly reduced : there is no need to spend so much money to buy equipment at once. Rent and service fees are all paid slowly, and the cash flow pressure is much smaller at once. For those small and medium-sized enterprises that are not very rich or small or companies that have just started to engage in real estate projects, it is simply a savior.
2. Professional people do professional things : service providers do this specifically, and their technology is definitely much more professional than we do, and equipment maintenance, system upgrades, and problem solving is timely solved. We don’t have to worry about it. They have to take care of it all, so we just need to enjoy the happiness while lying down;
3. Extremely flexible : Which system is not easy to use? Which feature wants to add one plus? Tell the service provider at any time, and they can make adjustments to you through remote control, unlike before, which is different… and a lot of things have to be repeated, so I am so troublesome;
4. The cost in the later period is relatively predictable : the amount of money paid every month is fixed, and the budget is easy to plan. Unlike yourself, you can’t guarantee that the equipment broke that day. If you change it, you will have to spend thousands or tens of thousands of yuan. If you catch it off guard, you will be over budget. That’s a headache.
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Is it common that is, are there more module disassembly on the market now? I can briefly talk about this key element…
Support and application unit of the underlying Internet of Things infrastructure : This is the most basic thing, do you need to deploy various sensors? How to transmit data and how to get access control! How to integrate the weak current system and security needs to be equipped with equipment is inseparable from this. There is a little thing here, but it's very important.
The combination of subscription and maintenance mechanisms of the software platform : such as building management system (BMS) and energy management software, are basically rented monthly, and the service provider is responsible for updating the version, and bugs can be fixed in time;
Operation and maintenance and support service package architecture during operation : if the equipment is broken, someone repairs it, someone manages it if the system is stuck, and someone helps us recover it if there is a problem with the data. This kind of continuous service is the most core and valuable part of the SB contract. It would be impossible without this!
The expansion and embedding process of various value-added functions required by users : such as setting up a conference room reservation system, personal facial recognition door opening, or connecting with parking management, as long as you have money, many functions can be added, and flexibility is really good.
I will also say some questions that may be asked, so as to avoid forgetting later…
Q: Then what should I do if I hand over such an important building system to others for management? If it is lost or leaked, that's amazing!
Answer: Don’t worry about this! Regular large service providers will make it clear to you in the contract that data encryption will definitely be used, and they are also afraid of taking responsibility and will try every means to ensure data security. This is the bottom line. If you can't even guarantee this, who dares to use their services, right? Of course, the contract must clearly state how to divide responsibilities!
Q: Compared with the traditional model of using the equipment for a long time after buying it, will SBaaS be more expensive in the later stage? I don’t want to be cut off the leeks for the sake of spending less money in the early stage!
Answer: Well…it depends on the situation, you have to make good calculations! If your building needs to be demolished or renovated after three or five years, then buying equipment is definitely not cost-effective; if it can be used for ten or eight years, the early equipment will be similar to the later SBaaS model. But you have to think of it! Other service providers can always get the latest technology to help you upgrade. You may be OLD in two years after you do it yourself! This is like a mobile phone. How many people still stock up on flagship phones and use them for five years without changing? All iterations. But then again, you can compare the stores without losing money. Find a few more companies and ask them. Use an excel table to make a splash and gesture to know which one is worth it! Is this the reason?
Some details can be considered in this way…
1. Examine the background and cases of this service provider! : Don’t listen to people’s hypes. Be sure to see what projects they have done before and how they are doing. It’s best to go and check them out on the spot. Ask those users who have already cooperated. Don’t talk about whether the experience is good or not. At least don’t find a bag company to get rid of the money and it’s over…
2. Functional requirements must be clearly written in the contract! The more detailed the better! :How much energy saving do you want? How much has the employee satisfaction increased? How often do I hold a meeting to read the report? All these are asked by the service provider to give you promises and related KPIs, and write them in black and white.
3. Will service providers provide technical update services as the times keep up with the times! : Smart technology is developing too fast, new things come out every year, and service providers must be able to continue to invest in R&D, and they will retreat if they cannot keep up with the pace of new technology iteration.
Okay, let me give you a few conclusions! The SBaaS model can indeed bring many real benefits to many types of building management and operation units, especially suitable for those who pursue rapid online and want to reduce the initial risk assessment value of various aspects. Users who are not too strong in their own technical maintenance team personnel configuration should take a closer look, seriously consider this kind of new things, and just choose a stable partner. Hurry up and study it!
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