As a specialist consultancy, our services are dedicated to BEMS, controls and smart building systems. With decades of industry experience, we deliver technical design, full project management and FM contract support services to a wide range of clients, including NHS Trusts, universities, local authorities, portfolio managers and major MEP consultancies.
In this blog, we will explore why clients choose NDA Consulting for their independent BEMS and smart buildings projects, what makes our approach different and how our consultancy can help you unlock the full potential of intelligent building technologies. If you’re ready to get started on your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.
Why Clients Choose NDA Consulting
Choosing a consultancy for a BEMS or Smart Building project is a highly important decision. These systems are at the heart of building performance and control everything from energy consumption and comfort to system function. Our clients turn to NDA Consulting because of our proven expertise, independence and ability to deliver solutions tailored to the unique needs of each project.
Here’s why so many clients choose us as their independent BEMS and smart buildings consultancy…
Many consultancies are tied to specific manufacturers or suppliers – NDA Consulting is 100% independent. So what does this mean for our clients? Our independence means that you can benefit from impartial advice and specifications that are neutral and based solely on achieving the best outcomes for your building and your unique goals.
At NDA Consulting, we have decades of proven, specialist industry experience, and our consultants bring in-depth knowledge of all major BEMS systems and suppliers to every project we carry out. This allows us to identify solutions, assess strengths and weaknesses and provide fully integrated and optimised recommendations.
We ensure that we understand our client’s operational and energy management goals as well as any budgetary and logistical constraints. This allows us to fully specify the appropriate bespoke systems solution for the particular application. We support projects at every stage:
- Concept and feasibility studies.
- Scheme and detailed design.
- Tender documentation and evaluation.
- Project implementation and monitoring.
- FM support and long-term optimisation.
This approach ensures continuity and consistency throughout your project to reduce risk while delivering measurable value at every stage.
All of our engineers originate from the BMS and Controls Industry, having worked for various systems houses and systems manufacturers in technical design and project management roles. We have extensive in-house knowledge of the BEMS and Controls industry, current systems & routes to market, smart technology and applications, including energy management strategies. This means that every client can benefit from a personalised service that is designed around their unique goals and requirements.
We are proud of our long-standing partnerships and contracts with organisations such as NHS Trusts, universities, local authorities and the public sector. We believe this is a testament to our ability to deliver impactful results at a large scale. Our expertise is also valued by portfolio management firms and larger engineering consultancies looking for specialist technical consultancy services.
Every organisation should be aware of its impact on the environment. At NDA Consulting, we champion sustainability and energy efficiency to help our clients meet national and global net-zero targets. Our work often includes:
- Carbon reduction initiatives.
- Intelligent control strategies.
- Building performance optimisation programmes.
- Energy reporting and monitoring.
The BEMS and controls industry has been transformed by Part L of the Building Regulations and the Energy Performance in Buildings Directive (EPBD). Our work ensures that our clients remain compliant with current legislation while anticipating future changes, safeguarding long-term investment. What’s more, as part of our ISO9001 commitment, every document is reviewed and subject to rigorous quality control. This meticulous process ensures accuracy, accountability and consistent delivery for all clients.
We have close relationships with all the major BEMS manufacturers and have been granted the use of their engineering software tools, enabling us to understand existing system configurations more effectively. This also allows us to assist in the preparation of our condition and feasibility reports and specifications, as well as providing technical appraisals of newly engineered systems. Additionally, to support the growing requirement for Smart buildings platforms design and technical witnessing activities, we invest heavily in specific systems engineering training for all of our consultants to the benefit of our clients’ projects.
As a small team, our directors are involved with the day-to-day project activities and operations for our clients and provide back-up and support for our engineers to ensure that the quality of service is maintained at all times. We hold regular internal project review meetings to highlight any potential risks and issues so that these can be discussed and measures taken to avert/mitigate any potential problems.
We follow a policy of involving more than one engineer on any project, ensuring that multiple individuals are fully familiar with our client’s systems. This commitment to reliable and cohesive client support ensures continuity in service and mitigates any risks associated with staff absence.
Clients choose NDA Consulting because we deliver reliability, independence and expertise in a rapidly evolving industry. From compliance to sustainability, we provide the reassurance that every system is designed, specified and implemented for maximum efficiency, performance and long-term value.
FAQs
What is a Building Energy Management System (BEMS)?
A BEMS is a computer-based system that monitors and controls a building’s energy-related services such as heating, ventilation, lighting and power systems.
Why choose an independent BEMS consultancy?
Working with an independent BEMS consultancy, such as NDA Consulting, ensures unbiased recommendations, free from manufacturer or supplier influence.
What regulations do BEMS help comply with?
BEMS supports compliance with UK Building Regulations Part L, ISO 52120-1:2022, and the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
What makes NDA Consulting different?
Our independence, decades of experience, and commitment to tailored client service set us apart.
Can NDA Consulting support existing BEMS upgrades?
Yes, we specialise in technical audits, feasibility studies and upgrade strategies for a range of systems.
Do you work with public sector organisations?
Absolutely – we have long-standing contracts with NHS Trusts, universities and local authorities.
How do Smart Buildings differ from traditional buildings?
Smart Buildings integrate building services as well as other building systems and provide automation to improve energy efficiency, comfort and occupant wellbeing.
What role does NDA play in achieving net-zero targets?
The systems we design and implement align perfectly with our clients’ energy optimisation and carbon reduction strategies and goals.
How can I start working with NDA Consulting?
Simply contact us today and we’ll arrange an initial discussion to understand your needs.
Ready to future-proof your buildings?
If you’re ready to embrace the future of intelligent building management, NDA Consulting is here to help. Take the smarter path to building performance and contact us today to see how we can help.
