Building control solutions
can save you time and money, but it’s not a good idea to just dive into it
without a plan or backup in place. When it comes to automating your facility,
there’s a lot that can go wrong and countless mistakes that you can make along
the way. By avoiding these five big mistakes, you can make your building
automation experience much smoother and more successful than others have in the
past.
Taking Too Long To Decide
It’s
not uncommon for people to take months or even years before making a decision.
The problem is that when it comes to automation, you won’t have that kind of
time. It can take weeks or even months just for the first proposal and then
another few weeks before the second one comes in. So if you want a competitive
offer, don’t wait too long.
Not Understanding What to
Automate
A
common mistake is not understanding building
automation controls. The first step is figuring
out what processes are currently taking the most time and which ones can be
eliminated or improved. Another big mistake is not researching the latest technologies
available for automation. There are many products and systems on the market
that can help you automate your facility, but it's important to know what will
work best for your needs before you make a purchase.
Overestimating the Cost
Did
you know that overestimating the cost is one of the most common mistakes when automated building systems?
For example, many people try to automate their facility with only a few sensors
and end up paying for more than they need. The best way to avoid this mistake
is by carefully calculating how much equipment you need so that you don't get
carried away and buy too much, which can be very expensive in the long run.
Not Planning for Change
No
matter how solid you think your plan is, there are always going to be some
unforeseen changes that happen. The best way to plan for this is by staying
flexible and being willing to change as needed
Lack of Supervision
Once the automation is set up, you need to make sure that it is monitored and maintained. Have someone check on it often, at least once a week. If you notice something isn’t working correctly or something needs maintenance, then take care of it right away. It would be a disaster if your building suddenly lost power because a light bulb blew out and there was no one around to fix it.
