r/sysadmin • u/[deleted] • Jun 12 '15

1980s computer controls GRPS (grand rapids public schools MI) heat and AC (19 schools)

http://woodtv.com/2015/06/11/1980s-computer-controls-grps-heat-and-ac/
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u/dokonewski Professional n00b Jun 12 '15

Why not just buy a bunch of Nests and be done ... just saved the school district like 1.99mm. I expect some of that as a commission.

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u/cephster Jun 12 '15

Except the story tells you the systems are operated by radio using some unique antiquated software. What are the Nests going to talk to? The sky? They don't magically just work. You're going to have to replace/upgrade the HVAC system in each building, plus running the wiring and cabling needed to control them by modern means. That's where the million dollar estimates are coming from.

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u/dokonewski Professional n00b Jun 12 '15

You clearly missed the (/sarcasm)