Insights
Practical notes for planning better lighting systems.
Short guides you can share internally — focused on operations, maintainability, and system design decisions that matter in real sites.
Operations-first perspective
Less guesswork for building teams after handover.
Topics
Replace these with your finalized articlesRetrofit
What to collect before a site survey
Floor plans, quantities, access windows, and control system details.
Controls
Dimming protocols in plain language
How common protocols affect compatibility, scenes, and maintenance.
Operations
Handover checklist for building teams
Settings backups, zoning documentation, and training notes.
Before a retrofit: what to collect
- Floor plans or a quick area list
- Approximate fixture quantities per area
- Access constraints (after-hours, tenant coordination)
- Any known issues and desired improvements
Controls basics (simplified)
- Protocol affects dimming smoothness and device compatibility
- Good zoning reduces operator confusion
- Schedules help prevent “lights left on” waste
- Document settings so teams can restore them
Handover checklist
- As-built zoning map + control panel locations
- Scene list with purpose and default schedule
- Parameter backups and replacement mapping
- Support contacts and escalation path