Companies are just now starting to figure out remote work

Members of the Fast Company Impact Council from Box, Pfizer, and more discussed the promise and risk of a business world moving toward “virtual first.”

PassiveLogic raises $16 million to simplify the designing of smart building systems

PassiveLogic, a startup developing a building controls platform, today raised $16 million. A spokesperson says the proceeds will be put toward growing PassiveLogic’s workforce and accelerating product R&D.

Americans might never go back to the office, and Twitter is leading the charge

Twitter’s plans to work from home indefinitely have prompted a wave of copycats. But its transformation has been two years in the making — and the rest of America can learn some lessons.

24 hours to register for CREtech Match

Scheduled for October 21-23, CREtech Match is the first online networking-only event in the real estate tech sector. Backed by AI-powered matchmaking functionality, CREtech Match will connect you with the most relevant new business connections without leaving your desk.

Joe Biden’s Ambitious Building Upgrade Plan Would Bring Surge In Jobs, Regulations

The commercial real estate industry has pushed toward sustainability for years, but the upcoming presidential election could determine whether those efforts get a shot in the arm or continue piecemeal.

Predictive AI tools aim to help utilities make transition to green energy

By applying advanced models, rules and learning to weather forecast, energy demand, pricing, and device data, Veritone Energy helps utilities automatically predict the optimal energy supply mix.

What to Look for in Your Return to Workplace Technology

Lane Webinar 10/20: Why scalability, configurability, and including the entire workplace are key to facilitating a safe return to the office—and delivering the future of work. SIGN UP TODAY!

Q and A With Matt Abeles: Where to Start With Digital Transformation

This is the third in a series of sit-down interviews with Matt Abeles, ABC’s Vice President of Construction Technology and Innovation. Tune in to learn where the industry stands on a variety of technologically focused topics at the height of current events.

COVID-19 Impacts and Sentiment Survey

In August and September 2020, the Savills Tech Practice group gathered survey responses from several hundred tech tenants to gauge the anticipated impacts of COVID-19 on their plans for office space both in the near term and in a post vaccine world.

Snapdocs raises $60 million to expedite mortgage processing with AI

Real estate tech company Snapdocs today closed a $60 million funding round. According to a spokesperson, the proceeds will be put toward product development and expanding the company’s workforce.