Our new address is:
H.H. Angus and Associates Limited
1176 Eglinton Avenue East
Suite 800
Toronto, ON M3C 0S1
All other contact information remains the same.
We invite all of our clients to drop by for visit anytime you are in the neighbourhood.
HH Angus Digital Services is pleased to announce our graduation with the AWS Partner Acceleration Team. Over the past several months, we worked with AWS Partner Management resources to achieve Select Tier Status, joined the AWS Public Sector Program, and achieve technical differentiation through a Foundational Technical Review of both our ARMS Platform and our AWS Cloud Consulting service offering. Working with this team helped us to accelerate our AWS journey and continue to build out our AWS cloud practice to deliver our ARMS platform. ARMS is focused on asset management and our Cloud Consulting service offering is focused on IoT and Smart Buildings Implementation for public and private sector customers.
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Angus Remote Management Systems (ARMS) – H.H. Angus and Associates Ltd. (hhangus.com)
In recent years, we’ve seen growing interest from clients in pushing their buildings forward from being “digitally-enabled” to “smart.” Smart buildings promise a host of benefits, such as better user experiences, enhanced operational efficiency, and improved security and safety. And while there have been many advances in technology systems to simplify this transition, the most effective path to a smart building is through integration.
Integration refers to the seamless connectivity and interoperation of various technology systems within a building. It can produce a wide variety of results, whether it’s opening a door, displaying information on a dashboard, or sending a notification to the correct person that a visitor has arrived for a meeting. The challenge for facility owners and operators lies in identifying which integrations will deliver the most substantial impact and what functionality will users truly value. Integrating systems comes at a cost – these may include physical connections, additional licencing fees, or even new staff. How can you know which integrations will have the greatest return on investment (ROI)? What process would building occupants like to see simplified? To navigate these complexities, an integration consultant can help companies develop a comprehensive strategy.
An integration strategy establishes clear objectives that align with the organization’s overall vision, goals, and design assumptions. At the outset, it is crucial to determine the organization’s most important objective; for example, is it security, efficiency, or user experience. A company that prioritizes security will focus on integrating systems that enhance building safety and protect data integrity. On the other hand, an organization emphasizing user experience will seek integrations that streamline operations and improve comfort for building occupants.
It's also important to understand an organization’s constraints. Integration systems can significantly change an existing workflow - making IT support, change management and operational readiness important considerations to ensure a successful shift towards a smart building environment.
A well-crafted integration strategy ensures consistency and standardization for system integration requirements, both now and in future. By looking at integration holistically, organizations can minimize costs and maximize ROI. Standardization helps in maintaining compatibility across different systems, which in turn reduces the risk of integration failures and ensures smooth operation. This approach also helps future-proof the building, making it easier to incorporate new technologies.
An integration strategy provides an actionable implementation plan. This plan guides organizations and vendors through the complexities of implementation projects, helping to manage unforeseen challenges and mitigate risks. An effective strategy identifies coordination issues, planning gaps, and requirements for commissioning, training, and support early on. This proactive approach ensures that all stakeholders are aligned and prepared to handle challenges that may arise during the implementation phase.
Integration consultants play a crucial role in this process. We bring a wealth of expertise in identifying the most impactful integrations and understanding what end-users value most. Our experiences and insights help us craft strategies that not only align with your organizational goals but also address the practical realities of implementing system integrations in buildings.
As buildings become increasingly complex, integration represents the next step in their evolution from digital to smart. By establishing clear objectives, ensuring consistency and standardization, and providing actionable implementation plans, organizations can unlock the full potential of their technology investments. This holistic approach to integration is not just about adding new systems; it's about creating a seamless, efficient, and future-ready environment that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
For find out how an integration strategy can help your building’s technology transition, contact us at connectconsulting@hhangus.com.
The two massive aircraft hangars are part of a series of projects to revitalize Ottawa Airport to accommodate increased air travel demand in the National Capital Region. The hangars represent an important partnership for the city to grow and provide more flight options. Porter’s expansion in Ottawa includes 16 new non-stop routes, with about two million passengers expected through the airport in 2024. By year’s end, Porter aims to employ more than 400 staff in Ottawa.
The project was designed by Scott Associates Architects, with construction management by PCL and Span Construction & Engineering. HH Angus provided mechanical and electrical consulting engineering, as well as ICAT consulting and security design.
Completed in two phases - the first in late 2023, and the second in 2024 Q1 - the hangar will serve as a primary maintenance base, with 200 local hires, including 160 aircraft maintenance engineers, shop technicians and administrative support staff.
Sustainability is increasingly important in aviation facilities. One of the project’s key design criteria was to exceed current energy efficiency standards, in line with the airport’s commitment to net-zero operations by 2040 or sooner. Some of the hangars’ important sustainability features include:
HH Angus is currently working on Porter’s new airport terminal building in Saint-Hubert/Montréal, a net-zero facility with all building systems to fully operate on electric power. We also provided engineering services for the L.F. Wade International Airport in Bermuda, and were involved with the revitalization of the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport completed in 2011, as well as its further expansion in 2014.
We are honoured to be named among Canada’s Best Managed Companies (CBMC) for 2024, our sixth consecutive year of being recognized. The CBMC award, Canada’s leading business award program, recognizes excellence in overall business performance, entrepreneurial spirit and the success of best in-class, Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues exceeding $50 million.
“Best Managed is a prestigious award that recognizes the significant and ongoing contributions within Canada’s business landscape,” said Lorrie King, Partner, Deloitte Private, Global Best Managed Leader and Co-Leader, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. “Companies such as HH Angus and Associates who attain this high standard of excellence demonstrate consistent adaptability, versatility, and strategic acuity. Year after year, they thrive in a competitive, rapidly changing market and should be proud of their growth.”
The leadership of HH Angus continues the firm’s commitment to the innovation, professional development and technical expertise that has enabled us to thrive for 105 years. For us, the CBMC award underscores the importance of carefully managing day-to-day operations, strategic planning for the future, and investing in growth opportunities.
Equally important is maintaining a strong company culture; our staff of over 400, across our offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, is successfully delivering a broad range of projects in Canada and internationally to help our clients achieve their goals. They also share our focus on decarbonizing the built environment to help protect the planet, as well as providing a wide range of services to support the development of smart and sustainable cities. We understand this honour would not be possible without the commitment and loyalty of our employees and the trust of our clients – we appreciate the important role you play in HH Angus’ success.
Here is the full text of today’s announcement of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Nous sommes honorés d'être nommés parmi les sociétés les mieux gérées au Canada en 2024, notre sixième année consécutive de reconnaissance. Le programme des sociétés les mieux gérées au Canada, le plus important programme de récompenses pour les entreprises au Canada, reconnaît l'excellence des performances globales des entreprises, l'esprit entrepreneurial et la réussite des meilleures entreprises de leur catégorie détenues et gérées par des Canadiens et dont le chiffre d'affaires dépasse 50 millions de dollars.
« Le palmarès des Mieux gérées est une distinction prestigieuse qui souligne les contributions importantes et soutenues dans le milieu des affaires canadien », a déclaré Lorrie King, associée, Deloitte, leader mondiale du programme des sociétés les Mieux gérées au Canada et coleader du programme des sociétés les Mieux gérées au Canada. Les entreprises comme HH Angus et associés qui atteignent ce niveau élevé d’excellence font preuve d’une capacité d’adaptation, d’une polyvalence et d’une acuité stratégique constantes. D’année en année, elles prospèrent sur un marché concurrentiel qui évolue rapidement et elles devraient être fières de leur croissance. »
La direction de HH Angus est fière de maintenir l'engagement de l'entreprise en faveur de l'innovation, du perfectionnement professionnel et de l'expertise technique qui nous permettent de prospérer depuis 105 ans. Pour nous, le titre de sociétés les mieux gérées au Canada souligne l'importance d'une gestion minutieuse des activités quotidiennes, d'une planification stratégique pour l'avenir et d'un investissement dans les possibilités de croissance.
Le maintien d’une solide culture d'entreprise est tout aussi important; notre effectif de plus de 400 personnes, réparti entre nos bureaux de Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa et Montréal, réalise avec succès un large éventail de projets au Canada et à l'étranger afin d'aider nos clients à atteindre leurs objectifs. Notre équipe partage également notre volonté de décarboner l'environnement bâti pour contribuer à la protection de la planète, de même que de fournir une large gamme de services pour soutenir le développement de villes intelligentes et durables. Nous sommes conscients que cet honneur ne serait pas possible sans l'engagement et la loyauté de nos employés et la confiance de nos clients. Nous apprécions le rôle important que vous jouez dans la réussite de HH Angus.
Voici le texte intégral de l’annonce faite aujourd’hui à propos des sociétés les mieux gérées au Canada.