Getting a service contract with your systems integrator might seem hard to justify. Of course, we all know preventative care is a good idea in theory: we should bring our cars in for routine maintenance, we should go to the dentist a couple of times a year, and we should get our smart building networks checked by a service contractor. In practice, though, it’s not so simple. After all, we don’t actually bring our cars in for...

Analyzing a smart building's network data can help to pinpoint a plethora of problems. Australian energy analytics company, BUENO Systems, looks at energy usage to help buildings save money and be more sustainable.

Security is critical — but the process of securing a traditional network is long and tiresome

We all know the importance of security in a building network. One seemingly minor risk like an unlocked port under the wrong circumstances can jeopardize the security of the entire building system. This is why, the very first thing you want to do after commissioning new devices is secure the network. Security is critical — but the...

The importance of security in a building network cannot be overstated. One minor risk can quickly become a big one, and any vulnerability is an opportunity to the wrong person. Your unsecured HVAC system is an open door to your IT system or other network devices; a hacker could launch denial of service attacks, or shut down all security surveillance equipment.

Building automation is a fast-aging industry. It’s composed of workers who cut their teeth before buildings first became ‘smart’; people who can navigate a building’s network and diagnose problems in minutes; tremendously knowledgeable individuals who will be retiring in the next 10-20 years.

The team from Optigo Networks recently had the pleasure of attending the third annual Haystack Connect in Tampa, Florida. This unique conference brings together some of the brightest minds in building automation, energy efficiency, and IoT to drive smart data use and inspire innovation.

A Circular Network will quickly wreak havoc on your BACnet system. We're here to help you figure out how it happens, how you can identify it and the steps you need to take to fix it.