Blogs and Case Studies Index

Overview

Blog Hub — The top‑level landing page for BluINFO blog content and media series. Handy starting point for browsing long‑form articles, infographics, and guides. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Case Studies Hub — Master entry point to BluB0X case studies; jump from here to technology showcases and portfolio deployments. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs — Elevators & Vertical Transportation

BluSKY Smarter Elevator & Security Integration for High‑Rises — Explains how BluSKY unifies access, elevators, video, and visitors into one platform, eliminates ghost calls, and supports multiple modernization paths with direct OEM integrations. Short primer for owners and operators. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Hybrid Future of Buildings: Why Destination Dispatch Is Going Hybrid First — A clear walkthrough of Hybrid Destination Dispatch (HDDS): overlay intelligence, zero cab downtime, ~10% of the cost of full DD, and benefits that scale with adoption. Ideal context for modernization planning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why Your Elevator Rides Are About to Get Smarter and Faster — A rider‑level view of HDDS. Shows how the BluREMOTE app and Person Readers drive faster trips, fewer stops, and better security—without ripping out legacy gear. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why Elevators & Security Need a Single Pane of Glass — Breaks down the cost of siloed systems and makes the business case for unified elevator+security operations: real‑time identity‑driven dispatch, analytics, and emergency response in one console. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevator Security in the Age of Mobile & Biometrics — How wallet credentials and multi‑modal biometrics shift elevators from open buttons to identity‑verified trips, with examples for tenants, visitors, high‑security floors, and emergencies. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

A Consultant’s Guide to Hybrid Destination Dispatch — A specification‑oriented deep dive for consultants: constraints of two‑button systems, DD pros/cons, and how HDDS delivers DD‑like benefits at a fraction of the cost with no downtime. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs — AI, Analytics & Data

AI Surveillance: The New Standard for Multifamily Security — Moves CCTV from reactive to proactive with AI detection (loitering, perimeter intrusion, falls), false‑alarm reduction, and integrated responses. Tailored to multifamily operations and resident trust. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluBØX AI, the Next Evolution in Intelligent Interaction — Introduces BluBØX AI across web and mobile: natural‑language control for check‑ins, access, analytics, and support with secure BluINFO integration—reducing training/friction for everyday users. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Evolution & Significance of Data Lakes in Modern Data Storage — A white‑paper‑style primer on data lakes for physical security: characteristics, lakehouse trends, AI/IoT integration, and use‑case outcomes like faster threat detection and unified analytics. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Appearance Recognition in BluSKY 2025 — Clarifies “proof‑of‑presence” images vs. biometric templates and how BluSKY handles recognition responsibly within modern security workflows. Good for legal/privacy alignment. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Appearance Recognition Guides — A central blog landing for appearance‑recognition guidance and how‑tos; use alongside the 2025 overview for deployment practices. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Security Maturity Checklist — A quick, self‑scored assessment (automation, integration, AI usage, etc.) that helps organizations benchmark their security program and identify the next upgrades. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs — Identity, Credentials & Access Strategy

The Evolution of Credential Technology in Physical Security Systems — Downloadable explainer tracing the shift from prox to mobile and multi‑factor credentials; useful for standards reviews and stakeholder education. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The End of Single‑Function Card Readers: What Consultants Should Specify Instead — Why traditional readers break modern requirements (visitors, QR, biometrics, intercom, analytics) and how in‑car Person Readers consolidate functions and future‑proof specs. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Future of Access Control: Overcoming Challenges with Auto‑Access Solutions — Defines AI‑driven “auto‑access” that learns usage patterns to generate right‑sized access levels/schedules at scale—bridging global ops, multi‑tenant CRE, and high‑security facilities. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Understanding the Power of Duress Credential Alarm Functionality — Shows how silent duress works, sample response playbooks (e.g., lockdown + notifications), and sector use cases (schools, banking, healthcare). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs — Strategy & Thought Leadership

The Missing Piece in Building Security: Elevators & Vertical Transportation — Frames elevators as the historical blind spot; outlines how unified access, analytics, intercom, and “digital twins” of cars close security and operational gaps. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Case Studies — Portfolio & Real‑World Outcomes

CommonWealth Partners — Multi‑Property Modernization — Portfolio deployment across marquee CRE assets (NYC, LA, SF, Seattle, Bellevue) using Person Readers, DDE integration, visitor wallet passes, integrated video/intercom, and building‑level AI “Oracles.” BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluB0X × Gunnebo × OTIS — Lobby transformation with smart turnstiles, Person Readers, and destination dispatch floor selection; describes SOC integration, intercom, mobile credentials, and measurable throughput/security benefits. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

11 Times Square — To the Cloud — Early, landmark move from client‑server to BluSKY cloud with clear end‑user benefits: scale, resilience, mobile, and faster ongoing improvements. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Kildeer School District (K‑12) — Emergency Response — District‑wide BluSKY rollout (access, video, emergency comms, wireless classroom locks) cut response times and centralized operations for daily safety and drills. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

R1 Healthcare — Standardization & Scale — Enterprise standard with BluSKY access/alarms, Person Readers, BluB0X video with cloud retention, NVIDIA‑powered AI controllers, and SCIM integration—driving consistency and cost control. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Multifamily — Chicago Suburbs — Ground‑up integrated solution (access, elevator control, video, intercom, visitor flow) designed for portfolio expansion and remote management from any device. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

AI Controller — Technology Case Study (PDF) — Demonstrates BluB0X AI Controller value in real deployments; downloadable brief for technical and executive review. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Indexes & Hubs (Blog Collections)

Use these “index” pages to jump to deep documentation, training, specs, and collateral. They’re curated like the page you’re reading now.

Video Systems & Recorders Index — Architecture, Milestone integration, camera setup/streams/retention, health & diagnostics, A&E/specs, and a Blogs & Thought Leadership subsection for video. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Dashboards, Reports & Analytics Index — Consolidates analytics (58+ tiles), reports, dashboards, exports/scheduling, key release updates, and analytics‑focused blog links. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Space & Occupancy Management Index — All content for spaces, rooms, utilization, counts, and policies—planning to operations. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Platform Security Index — Encryption, roles/permissions, audit/logging, data retention/privacy, and attestations—everything in one place to plan and validate posture. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Licensing & Packaging Index — Central reference for packaging, bundles, and feature matrices to keep quoting and communications consistent.
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BluB0X & BluSKY Datasheets Index — Datasheet hub with quick links across readers, apps, elevator components, and kits; includes elevator and HDDS overviews. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Installation & Commissioning Index — Defines “commissioned” for BluSKY systems and outlines the verification workflow and tests before hand‑off (supports remote/virtual commissioning, too). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes & Roadmap Index — One‑stop hub for monthly releases, specialty collections, and year hubs (e.g., 2025). Great for change summaries that impact blogs and use cases. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)