The Backpack Value
Backpack Networks has created the first universal digital identity product for buildings in a way that is free, transparent, and widely accessible - all in one backpack. Our mission is to bring more transparency, affordability, and efficiency to the commercial real estate industry, maximizing value for building owners, suppliers, and partners.
The Universal Building Identification Number (UBIN™) is our flagship product that gives every building a verified digital identity, eliminating fragmented, unreliable data and unifying on-site verification and digital systems into a single source of truth. The UBIN™ transforms building data to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize value for owners and operators.
Building owners can convert operational costs into cash with our unique Marketplace, with access to up to 4% rebates from Backpack’s trusted network of vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers.
Backpack is an AI-powered platform that centralizes and verifies building data, giving teams a reliable foundation for smarter operations. Through a streamlined onboarding process and annual site visits from our nationwide technician network, we capture and maintain accurate equipment and utility information at the source. Built on secure, cloud-native infrastructure, Backpack integrates seamlessly with existing systems—making it easy to access trusted data, uncover insights, and take action without disrupting day-to-day workflows.
Backpack has built a leadership team with a proven track record of scaling organizations across real estate, infrastructure, technology, and capital markets. With decades of industry experience, our team understands that trusted building data is essential for operating and investing with confidence. While technology powers our platform, it’s our people who bring it to life, providing the expertise, guidance, and support our customers rely on every day. This deep understanding of the built environment enables Backpack to deliver a platform that supports daily operations while helping owners, investors, and regulators meet long-term compliance and performance goals.
Marketplace Partners
"Backpack provides us with the tools we need to manage ongoing facility maintenance better and coordinate upgrades in a timely, efficient manner. The platform is incredibly user-friendly, and we believe it will help us gain greater control over future operating budgets, capital project planning, and directing funding where it’s needed most."
"Backpack has completely changed the way we manage our properties. Had we known that a water heater that recently failed was over 30 years old, we could have replaced it proactively and avoided a major flood, costly damage, and significant disruption to our residents. Having instant access to accurate equipment data gives us the visibility we need to make smarter decisions, prevent expensive surprises, and plan ahead with confidence"
"We love working with Backpack. The entire team has been incredibly organized, responsive, and supportive throughout onboarding and beyond. With access to our Backpack data, we feel far more prepared to budget effectively, plan for the future, and make smarter operational decisions with confidence."