In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, Webster and Ron welcome back Umesh Baheti, SVP of Product and Engineering at MaxLite, to dive deep into the evolving world of lighting controls and smart building integration. Here's what you'll discover: 🏢 Trends in Lighting ControlsGrowing demand for better dimming and networked solutionsIntegration with Building Management Systems (BMS)Regional differences in code compliance (e.g., Title 24 in California, Local Law 88 in NYC) 🔗 BMS & HVAC IntegrationLighting Controls providing data to other building points (HVAC, Shades, Switched Outlets, Demand Response, Etc) for energy optimizationUse of Modbus and BACnet protocols for seamless communicationClear documentation and collaboration with system integrators 🔐 Cybersecurity & Data StrategyOn-prem solutions and Bluetooth mesh networks for secure deploymentEnterprise-grade features like Single Sign-On and API accessReal-world use cases: energy dashboards, occupancy heat mapping, and retail analytics 💡 The Future of Smart LightingLighting as a data source for business insightsChallenges of affordability and ROI justificationPilots, White Glove Service, and scalable solutions for enterprise clients Watch this episode for insights on how lighting controls are transforming buildings into smarter, more efficient spaces. Connect with Umesh:www.linkedin.com/in/umeshsbaheti Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com, www.maxlite.com/cmax