BSRIA simplifies smart building technology procurement
BSRIA’s new guide supports digital construction professionals seeking structured, value-led procurement of smart building technology solutions.
BSRIA has released BG 91/2026 Procuring Smart Building Technology, a comprehensive new publication designed to help building managers and project teams make informed procurement decisions. Available via the BSRIA website, the guide responds to growing demand for clear, practical guidance as smart building systems become central to digital construction strategies.
Developed for both technical and non-technical audiences, the document addresses capital and operational expenditure considerations for single buildings and large property portfolios. It supports organisations seeking to improve operational performance, energy management, and long-term value through smart building investment.
Structuring smart building technology procurement
The guide provides a structured framework covering the entire smart building technology procurement process. It spans early-stage needs definition through to delivery, performance monitoring, and benefits realisation. Technologies addressed include IoT sensors, building analytics platforms, fault detection and diagnostics (FDD), and artificial intelligence applications.
Importantly, BG 91/2026 links technology selection with organisational readiness. It outlines the people, processes, and governance required to support effective system deployment, helping building managers reduce risk and avoid underperforming installations.
Practical guidance for digital construction teams
A core focus of the publication is data-driven procurement. Readers are guided through stakeholder engagement, preparation of inspection checklists, and evaluation of supplier capability. This approach supports transparent decision-making and aligns procurement activity with wider digital construction objectives.
Tom Garrigan, Executive Technical Director at BSRIA, said: “Smart building technology offers tremendous potential to transform how we manage and operate buildings and this guide helps our industry unlock those benefits.”
John Taylor, Publications Manager and Technical Specialist at BSRIA, added: “BG 91/2026 fills a gap we’ve identified for practical, authoritative guidance on procuring smart building technology.”
Sponsored by Clockworks Analytics and AIS BMS, the guide is available now from BSRIA.
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