BICSI Winter 2026 — Intelligent Infrastructure Advancements Track Sessions Export

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Pre-Conference Masterclass: Power and Data to the Edge using Limited Energy Systems and Cabling

Time: Monday, January 19, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=770&SessionDateID=37

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price: $275 This masterclass will solidify your understanding of network infrastructure by demonstrating how to seamlessly integrate power and data delivery to the edge using Limited Energy Systems and Cabling. We’ll explore a tiered design approach, from the core to the access layer, showcasing how to achieve unprecedented reach and efficiency. Learn how fiber with Fault Managed Power handles the “heavy lift” (100s Gb, kW, km), fiber with DC power manages the “middle lift” (10s Gb, 100s W, 100s m), and category cabling with PoE powers the “access layer” (Gbps, 10s W, 100+ m). We’ll also highlight the transformative potential of Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) for extended reach applications (10Mb, 7W, 500m). Practical demonstrations of Layer 2 and Layer 3 equipment will be included. Discover how this centralized, converged strategy simplifies deployment, reduces costs, and future-proofs your network for the demands of IoT, smart buildings, and beyond.

Pre-Conference Masterclass: Help Close the Digital Divide - FTTx Outside Plant Design Short Course

Time: Monday, January 19, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: Magnolia 2
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=771&SessionDateID=37

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price: $275 This masterclass will focus on the proper design of FTTx point-to-point and point-to-multipoint passive optical networks (PON) with home-run, centralized, and distributed topologies. Learn about the importance of customer take rate and density and how they apply to your design. The masterclass will review various network configurations, design benchmarks, and installation parameters for FTTx systems.

Pre-Conference Masterclass: Exploring New Energy Delivery Systems

Time: Sunday, January 18, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: Magnolia 11
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=769&SessionDateID=36

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price: $275 This masterclass will present the design and use cases supporting micro-grids and alternative power methods for utility supply. Additionally, we will explore the use of supercapacitors and their electrochemical and double layer physics, deployment models for rack scale buffering, and integration with intelligent grid controls. It will explore how real deployments are smoothing High Density DC power spikes and enabling sustainable scaling to exascale AI. Attendees will gain a framework for designing future data centers where advanced energy delivery systems are not auxiliary but foundational to performance, resilience, and sustainability.

Pre-Conference Masterclass: Beyond Data Centers: Unlocking the $25 Billion Heat Pump Power Market with Fault-Managed Power

Time: Sunday, January 18, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: Magnolia 11
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=768&SessionDateID=36

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price: $275

Discover how Fault Managed Power (FMP) opens a multi-billion-dollar heat pump market for low-voltage and network designers. Data centers are reshaping the digital world, but much of that work remains out of reach for most ICT professionals. At the same time, the shift from gas heating to electric heat pumps in buildings represents an equally large, yet far less recognized opportunity. FMP makes this market broadly accessible, enabling ICT professionals to play a central role. This Masterclass explores the drivers behind electrification, the costly barriers of traditional AC distribution, and why FMP is often the only practical way forward. Attendees engage with case studies, calculators, reference designs, and real-world lessons to build a framework for when FMP makes sense, when it doesn’t, and how to communicate the value to stakeholders. Participants leave with design knowledge, financial/market insights, and strategies to expand their scope in green building projects.

Prepare for the 2026 NEC - How the Convergence of ICT System and Electrical Designs for Limited Energy Solutions Will Change Our Industry

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Magnolia 11
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=882&SessionDateID=38

Telephony and electrical power have been recognized as separate utilities for more than 100 years. in the last few decades, technological developments have started to blur the lines between electrical and telecommunication technology applications and design. This presentation will look at the progression of code applications in technology and the design standards that developed from it, to where the conditions currently stand and to where these applications are going to take us. The impact of the eventual convergence of both technology and electrical disciplines on designers, installers, workforce and training development, sustainability goals, state and local AHJs, liability insurance, safety requirements, material handling, distribution channels and industry acceptance are just examples of a larger list to address. We will look at the short and long-term effects, how we can optimize the impact it will have on both disciplines, and strategies for success in this new environment.

From Copper to Cloud: Modernizing DC Power Distribution

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 11:20 AM - 11:40 AM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=786&SessionDateID=38

This session will explore strategies for intelligent power monitoring and control in edge deployments, with a focus on efficiency, resilience, and visibility at the circuit level.

Exploring the Artificial Intelligence of Things

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=792&SessionDateID=38

This session dives into the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT), revealing how edge computing, intelligent analytics, and secure connectivity empower structures to become self-optimizing ecosystems. Attendees will gain a clear framework for transforming raw sensor data into autonomous operations that drive energy savings, enhance occupant well-being, and anticipate maintenance needs. This session is geared towards facilities managers and building engineers seeking data-driven optimization, IT and IoT architects designing edge-centric deployments, sustainability leaders focused on reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint, and technology innovators aiming to integrate AI and IoT into built environments By the end of this presentation, you will have a basic understanding needed to launch your own AIoT-powered smart building initiative. Join us to lead the evolution of intelligent, self-optimizing structures that redefine the future of the built environment.

Connectivity: The Importance of Wired, Wireless, and Cellular - How They Work Together

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 1:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=795&SessionDateID=38

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of how wired, wireless, and cellular connectivity work in concert to support today’s complex communication needs. We’ll examine deployment strategies, specification best practices, and support models that ensure reliability and scalability. The presentation will also showcase use cases where multi-modal connectivity has enabled advanced applications—from smart building systems to enterprise mobility—underscoring the importance of a unified communications strategy. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to guide their own infrastructure planning and implementation.

Shedding Some Light on LIDAR - An Introduction and Applications

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 1:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=834&SessionDateID=38

LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology has emerged as a transformative tool in the built environment, creating applications for detecting, classifying and tracking people and vehicles, and aiding how we design, construct and manage infrastructure. This presentation explores the multi-faceted applications of LIDAR in architecture, engineering, construction and facility management. By leveraging high resolution 3D point clouds created with infrared laser pulses, LIDAR isolates objects of interest from background noise to detect and track objects, enable accurate site surveys, and allow real-time monitoring of construction progress. Its integration with BIM facilitates clash detection, structural analysis and heritage preservation, and helps to provide as-built models for maintenance and retrofitting. This presentation aims to provide insights into LIDAR’s potential and practical strategies for adoption in the built environment.

Intelligent Buildings – Testing Considerations Beyond Certification

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 2:30 PM
Room: Palms Ballroom
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=876&SessionDateID=38

Understand the additional testing technologies available today that can assure operational readiness of the network cabling infrastructure as well as save time when troubleshooting when things go wrong. During the one-hour session, we will set the stage regarding Intelligent Buildings, including comparison of older traditional buildings with Intelligent Buildings. We will discuss the Internet of Things and the devices driving demand for growth in infrastructure. The foundational certification testing will be discussed before moving into the additional testing considerations for Extended Distance cabling, Ethernet connectivity, Power over Ethernet, as well as addressing the connection itself to confirm all is as expected and how to troubleshoot if it is not.

Next-Generation Smart & Intelligent Hospitals: Integrated Environments for Enhanced Patient & Clinician Experience

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 2:30 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=780&SessionDateID=38

Healthcare spaces are embracing AI, enabling the creation of intelligent, patient-centered care environments. AI-driven “smart hospitals” are optimizing patient flow, efficiently managing equipment usage, and proactively predicting maintenance requirements, ensuring seamless operations. By analyzing data on factors such as pain management preferences, lighting, and room acoustics, AI is also personalizing patient experiences and shaping room layouts and workflows to integrate advanced diagnostic equipment. These advancements not only balance operational efficiency with enhanced patient care but also redefine the role of technology in healthcare settings. By attending this session, participants will gain actionable insights from projects like those at IU Health, highlighting strategies, successes, and lessons learned in designing spaces that prioritize functionality, personalization, and healing—setting a new standard for modern healthcare design.

Installation Considerations for Modern Healthcare Facilities

Time: Tuesday, January 20, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=781&SessionDateID=38

This session will discuss the changing landscape of new technologies within healthcare facilities and the impact on infrastructure. There will be focus on standards, both BICSI and TIA, and codes highlighting best practices and requirements. New challenges that have come out of the COVID epidemic will also be discussed.

Introduction to Air Blown Fiber for Outside Plant Installations

Time: Wednesday, January 21, 1:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=799&SessionDateID=39

Outside plant cabling infrastructure has many associated costs that can make or break a project budget. Installation time is a key factor in not only cost but also meeting critical timelines. Time is money. Getting your fiber, and even composite cabling, from point A to point B can be more time-consuming than you might realize. There is a more efficient method that can reduce installation time, preserve duct space, and provide an efficient means to moves, adds, and changes in the outside plant. Air blown cable installation is a relatively new installation method in the US but is used as a proven installation solution in many parts of the world. This session will highlight the basics of outside plant installation using duct and air assistance. Whether you are considering air blown fiber solution for all or part of your next installation or just want to become familiar with the technology for future consideration, this session will address unknowns that you may have.

Why Single Pair Ethernet is Ushering in a New Era

Time: Wednesday, January 21, 1:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=800&SessionDateID=39

This panel discussion will include subject matter experts from a range of perspectives to present a well-rounded understanding of how SPE technology has evolved and what products are available to deploy today.

SPE (Single Pair Ethernet ) and Cybersecurity

Time: Wednesday, January 21, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=796&SessionDateID=39

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is more than a new wire—it’s a catalyst for secure, sustainable retrofits across smart buildings and industrial sites. This session shows how SPE extends IP and power to field-level devices, bringing sensors, actuators, and cameras into the OT/ICS cybersecurity program. We’ll map SPE to IEC 62443 and zero-trust concepts; show how it improves visibility, segmentation, and asset management; and share architectures for brownfield upgrades that reduce cabling, energy use, and cost. Attendees will learn deployment patterns, security controls, and pitfalls, with real-world examples of SPE enabling IT/OT convergence without rip-and-replace.

Reliable Network Performance Past the Outer Limits

Time: Wednesday, January 21, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Details: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/BICSI/winter2026/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=785&SessionDateID=39

Extended distance is a strategic necessity in modern network planning. With an explosion in the number of devices requiring connectivity, alongside expansion in the size of enterprise environments, both indoors and out, enterprise networks increasingly need to go further. A network with extended distance capabilities can unlock connectivity beyond the 100 m limit, can sustain more devices without additional telecom rooms, and continue to support business needs as they inevitably evolve. This presentation will touch on how extended distance capabilities unlock future-proofed networking, delving into how to design a system that is scalable, agile, and delivers assured performance.