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Commissioning software for
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See how Bluerithm supports the commercial construction industry

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Nick Alpers
Sergio
Connor Tobin
30k+ users worldwide
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Digitize Your Building Commissioning Workflows

Bluerithm’s cloud-based software can be customized to adapt to your unique process

Use on Any Device

Use Bluerithm on smartphones, tablets, and PCs online or offline.

Digital Forms and Checklists

Create custom forms and checklists that include equations and validation.

Progress Metrics

Give all stakeholders interactive access to all real-time project data.

Issue Logs and Punch Lists

Create, assign, and track issues on your projects. Easily view details including attachments, timestamps, and notes.

Generate Reports

Build customizable reports from anywhere including your real-time project data and export them as PDFs.

Reusable Templates

Create a reusable template library for checklists and forms you regularly use for your equipment and projects.

Quick Project Setup

Create a new project in minutes leveraging reusable templates. Ability to add thousands of equipment tags.

Multi-Language Support

Bluerithm natively supports major regional languages for our international customer base.

Digital Documentation

Store digital documents and photos on your projects, attach to equipment, and include in final reports.

McKinney City Hall

McKinney City Hall

Lewisville Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center

Lewisville Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center

Matador Engineering

Powering Public Projects: How Matador Engineering Delivers Mission-Critical Commissioning with Bluerithm

This case study explores how Matador Engineering, a Texas-based engineering firm specializing in building systems commissioning, enhanced owner training, and HVAC consulting, has transformed its workflows, project delivery, and client value proposition through its strategic use of Bluerithm.

Why Commissioning for Commercial Construction is Unique

Commissioning in commercial construction (e.g., office buildings, hospitals, schools, retail centers) is fundamentally different from commissioning in sectors like heavy industry, energy, or infrastructure. It is shaped by different goals, standards, stakeholders, and building systems. Commercial commissioning is not just about equipment startup; it’s about ensuring that the building functions as a system to meet design intent and user needs. Most commercial commissioning revolves around MEP systems. In commercial projects, independent commissioning agents (CxAs) are often required by building codes (e.g., IECC, ASHRAE 90.1), mandated by green building certifications like LEED, and hired by owners or architects to ensure objective validation. In large buildings, BAS commissioning is often the most technically challenging aspect due to the nuances of programming, user interface, and coordination with mechanical/electrical systems. The commissioning team often acts as a bridge between the design/construction teams and the facilities team.

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There are way more checks and balances in school construction. Every single step has to be validated — not just by us, but by the contractors, the district, and more.

Chris Koerner
Commissioning Engineer, SDUSD

Key Benefits of Bluerithm for Commercial Construction

Detailed and Customized Commissioning Reports

Easily generate required reports at the system and detail levels. Give all stakeholders a clear indication of the project status.

Enhanced Issue Tracking and Accountability

You can assign and monitor issues in real time, ensuring transparency across all stakeholders. Track resolution timelines clearly and efficiently.

Scalability and Adaptability

Bluerithm can help you manage both scale and nuance of commercial construction commissioning projects effectively.

Streamlined Commissioning Workflow

Bluerithm can become fully integrated into your commissioning process, enabling more efficient project execution. The platform can facilitate faster updates, improve communication, and eliminate manual tracking with spreadsheets.

Communication Between Multiple Subcontractors and Stakeholders

Project managers, subcontractors, engineers, and commissioning agents can all access the same platform, update statuses, and communicate through issue logs and task lists.

Support for LEED Certification Commissioning

Verify building systems to ensure they are designed, installed, and operating as intended to meet energy efficiency and sustainability goals using Bluerithm's built-in tools.

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The other platforms we considered were too rigid, requiring us to overhaul our existing workflows. Bluerithm's flexibility allowed us to adapt it seamlessly into our existing workflows while also maintaining the ability to meet the needs of a wide variety of projects.

Connor Tobin
Project Engineer, JB&B Field
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Cator Ruma & Associates

How Cator, Ruma & Associates Pioneered NFPA 4 Fire Safety Testing at Lutheran Hospital Using Bluerithm

This case study explores how CRA leveraged Bluerithm to manage, streamline, and document the commissioning process of the newly constructed Lutheran Hospital in Colorado—a project that not only presented massive logistical and technical challenges but also became a landmark effort in integrating fire safety testing through NFPA 4 standards.

Guide to Commercial Building Systems Commissioning

Commissioning is a process of ensuring a building owner’s established occupancy requirements are met and all building systems are installed and operational.

Guide to LEED Certification Commissioning

The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is a globally recognized standard for green building.

LEED Bluerithm

When Paradigms Converge: The Synergy Between Bluerithm and LEED Commissioning Projects

Bluerithm’s Cx software is the ideal complement to LEED Commissioning projects – even enhancing LEED Certifications’ intended outcomes. Bluerithm helps provide full digital turnovers for contractors and building owners with cloud-based, real-time communications, paperless documentation, and more.

Learn More About Bluerithm

Learn more about how Bluerithm supports building commissioning for commercial construction

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Resources to help you learn more about Bluerithm

We have resources including videos, case studies, a blog, and webinars. Learn more about how Bluerithm can help streamline your building commissioning processes.

Videos

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Case Studies

Learn how Bluerithm's customers have used the software

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Blog

Company updates, features, and more

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Webinars

Recordings of previous webinars

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