by Marc Petock
Data continues to be an invaluable asset for business and operational performance and decision-making. It is an irreplaceable asset. And operational data has never been more important in the way buildings must operate and be managed in today’s business climate. Lynxspring is a founding member and practitioner of Project Haystack and I am delighted to share the Year in Review.
As 2024 ends, the Project Haystack community celebrates its 13th year of progress in advancing open-source data standards. Our mission remains steadfast: to streamline the use of data and standardize semantic models, unlocking the immense value generated by smart devices, systems, and equipment operating today’s buildings and facilities.
This year, we made significant strides in enhancing tagging schemas, refining ontology structures, launching new working groups, and providing greater support for adopting standardized data models. These efforts enable new opportunities for analytics, operational efficiency, and interoperability within the built environment.
One of the standout achievements of 2024 was the culmination of the Xeto technology specification as part of Project Benefit. Xeto further harmonizes and expands data representation and semantic modeling within Haystack 4, paving the way for the upcoming Haystack 5 release expected early next year. This pivotal initiative is accelerating the adoption of standardized data models across a more diverse set of global stakeholders.
Project Haystack thrives through its working groups, which drive innovation and progress:
Led by domain experts, these initiatives are opening new frontiers in data modeling, analytics, and IoT applications.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our global community of members, contributors, and building owners and operators who embrace Haystack-powered solutions. Your shared expertise and commitment are what drive this movement forward.
If you aren’t already a member, now is the perfect time to join us. Become part of our global effort to transform data semantics modeling. For more information, contact us at: info@haystackconnect.org
As the industry increasingly embraces data-driven decision-making, Project Haystack is poised to lead the charge into 2025 and beyond.
We are excited to announce Haystack Connect 2025, taking place May 6–8 in Washington, D.C. At the event, we will unveil further enhancements to the Haystack standard, including:
The accomplishments of 2024 reaffirm Project Haystack’s enduring commitment to simplifying data management and maximizing the potential of connected systems and devices. As we look to 2025, the momentum we’ve built this year sets the stage for continued innovation and growth.
Thank you for being part of the journey. The future of data is brighter than ever!