The initial cost of installing a building automation system is primarily a function of the

Building automation system (BAS) costs are based largely on the number of control points (sensors, outputs, and monitored parameters) that must be integrated. The cost is driven by how many signals must be tracked, rather than just the square footage or vendor.

A: Gross square footage can influence scope, but cost scales with monitored points.

B: Vendor may affect pricing, but primary cost driver is point count.

C: Technology choice matters, but the quantity of control points is more significant.