5 More Reasons to Upgrade to Niagara 4 for World-Class Building Automation Solutions

Willis Gaines

Building Automation Director

24 April 2023

Building automation systems are constantly evolving, and upgrading to the latest technology can have a significant impact on building performance, efficiency, and cost savings. By upgrading to Niagara 4, building owners and managers can improve building performance, reduce costs, and stay ahead of the competition.

Niagara 4 (N4) offers several compelling advantages over legacy building automation systems, including enhanced cybersecurity, improved data management, better user experience, and increased scalability. By upgrading to N4, building owners and managers can improve building performance, reduce costs, and stay ahead of the competition.

So, let's dive in and discover five more reasons to upgrade your building automation system to Niagara 4.


1. Workbench Improvements.

N4 offers an intuitive interface that's easy to use and navigate, making it more accessible to a wider range of users. Notable upgrades include integrated search filters, a more intuitive dialog that has resulted in fewer clicks, and personalized data set displays.

2. Templates.

This upgrade features a modern, intuitive user interface that's easy to navigate and use. It also includes features like customizable dashboards and workflows, which can help users be more productive and efficient. These dashboards come complete with personalized and customizable templates and integrations that make embedding tags, graphics, and logic in your templates easy as one-two-three.

3. Increased Scalability.

Niagara 4 supports a wider range of devices and protocols, allowing it to scale more effectively to meet the needs of larger buildings and more complex systems. This makes it a great choice for building owners and managers who are planning for future growth or expansion.

4. Improved Efficiency.

The system's advanced analytics and visualization tools provide real-time insights into building performance, enabling users to optimize energy usage and reduce operating costs.

5. Flexible and open architecture.

The Niagara 4 platform is built on a flexible and open architecture, which means it can integrate with a wide range of third-party devices and systems. This allows for greater interoperability and more opportunities for customization and expansion.

We can help.

UMC has a team of industry leading Building Automation installers, technicians, salespeople, leaders, and a company of integrated services behind them. We have impactful promotions to save you time and money.

  • March 1 - June 30, 2023: 40% discount off core software + 5-year SMA for the price of 18-month initial SMA
  • July 1 - December 31, 2023: 25% discount off core software + 5-year SMA for the price of 18-month initial SMA

If you would like to learn more about the promotion, share your thoughts, or help starting your system upgrade please reach out. My team and I have become experts, so you don’t have to be.

Willis Gaines; wgaines@umci.com

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