Join Fred Gordy, Senior VP of Secure Connected Solutions at KMC Controls, and advisory board member for Building Cyber Security, for an interactive and eye-opening workshop tailored for property managers navigating the growing cyber risks in connected building systems. The session will be moderated by Joanna Sugunathazan, Program Manager for the BOMA BEST Building Certification Program, who will highlight BOMA BEST Smart - a premier roadmap for smarter, more resilient building operations.
As smart technologies become more embedded in building operations, they introduce unique vulnerabilities that traditional IT teams often overlook. These vulnerabilities can directly threaten tenant safety, disrupt operations, and expose your organization to legal liability. This session explores how cyber threats can exploit HVAC, BAS, and other operational technology (OT) systems. Through real-world case studies and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to spot vulnerabilities, safeguard essential building systems, detect suspicious activity, respond effectively, and restore operations with minimal disruption.
Cyber threats aren’t a future risk - they’re a current reality. Be prepared.
Learning Objectives—At the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Develop a structured, actionable plan for smart building operations aligned with industry best practices.
- Apply essential cybersecurity measures using a practical, ready‑to‑use checklist.
- Evaluate the legal, financial, and reputational risks associated with cyber incidents in the built environment.
- Identify vulnerabilities in connected building systems and implement strategies to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber threats using real‑world scenarios and best‑practice frameworks.
