When Bad Data Breaks Buildings: Lessons From The Field
Modern buildings rely on thousands of data points to keep people comfortable, safe, and productive. From temperature readings and air quality sensors to elevator positions and occupancy lighting, these systems are only as effective as the information they receive. But what happens when that information is wrong? When Bad Data Breaks Smart Buildings Across hospitals, […]
Your BACnet Questions Answered: Episode 2 (Part 2!)
Welcome to our bonus mini episode with a few more “advanced” BBMD topics we tackled! The response to our Q&A series has been incredible – thank you to everyone who submitted their questions about OT networks and BACnet. Our Co-Founder and CTO, Ping-Pook Yao, tackled some excellent questions about specialized BBMD questions this time around. […]
Why OT Network Projects Fail — and How to Prevent It
Collaboration has its upsides. We’ve looked at the benefits of collaboration across teams (IT partners, systems integrators, vendors, etc.) when it comes to training and how it makes a critical difference in an emergency. This time, let’s examine the benefits of starting a project with every stakeholder in sync. Understanding why OT network projects fail […]
Your BACnet Questions Answered: Episode 2 (Part 1!)
You asked, we answered. This time, it’s all about BBMDs. We’re back with another episode of answering your BACnet questions! The response to our Q&A series has been incredible – thank you to everyone who submitted their questions about OT networks and BACnet. Our Co-Founder and CTO, Ping-Pook Yao, tackled some excellent questions about BBMDs […]
How OptigoVN Complements Your Tech Stack
When you’re managing an operational technology (OT) network, the last thing you want is another tool that disrupts your systems, duplicates your efforts, or forces a complete overhaul. That’s where OptigoVN stands out. Designed to work alongside the tools, platforms, and processes you already trust, OptigoVN integrations enhance your visibility, strengthens your diagnostics, and simplifies […]
Your BACnet Questions Answered: Episode 1
You asked, we answered. Welcome to the first episode of our Q&A video series with Ping! We’re thrilled with the response to our call for BACnet and OT network questions! Our Co-Founder and CTO, Ping-Pook Yao, tackled some excellent questions in our first Q&A video, and we wanted to share the key insights in this quick […]
Zero Trust Security in OT Networks: A New Era of Protection
The Changing Landscape of OT Cybersecurity For decades, cybersecurity strategies operated under a simple assumption: anything inside the network perimeter could be trusted (aka the Castle and Moat theory). For OT networks, this approach worked when they were isolated and self-contained. But with the increasing interconnectivity of IT and OT systems, the threat landscape has […]
Hidden Problems: Is Your Network on the Verge of Catastrophe?
For years, it was easy to operate building automation (and most building systems) under the assumption that “if nothing seems wrong, nothing is wrong.” However, this belief can be misleading and dangerous. Minor, unnoticed anomalies can (and do) compound over time, turning minor issues into major disruptions that affect operational efficiency and compromise security. In […]
5 Reasons to Boost Visibility in Your OT Network
Maintaining a clear view of your OT network has always been important. It’s not just about protecting your critical systems, although that’s certainly a big part. Network visibility helps you keep things running efficiently, spot potential issues before they become problems, and stay compliant with industry regulations. As IT and OT networks continue to converge […]
Continuous OT Monitoring = Better ESG Results
Behind every smart building achieving ESG goals is an OT network monitoring ESG performance in real-time. As organizations push toward ambitious Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, OT networks can provide an obvious way to achieve an ESG mandate. Continuously monitoring the OT networks themselves—not just the equipment they control—offers a surprisingly powerful sustainability tool. […]
