Automated systems in buildings now make consequential decisions about people—from tenant screening to security—yet accountability is disappearing across the value chain. This post explores the concept of "diffuse causation" and the hidden risks of algorithmic decision-making in real estate.

Are your social sustainability claims just marketing, or can they survive an audit? As the market shifts from "tell me your values" to "show me your evidence," this post breaks down the three levels of proof needed to protect your organization from social washing and actually document your impact.