How to Use a BBMD in OT Networks
BBMDs act as a sort of forwarding service. They’re especially useful on large, complicated networks. A BBMD forwards messages from one subnetwork to another, so communications can be broadcast locally.
The Ultimate BACnet FAQ
One of the biggest barriers we’ve encountered in the OT networking industry is the significant lack of easily accessible educational resources. For individuals who are new to the business of […]
IT OT Convergence: 3 Big Reasons IT Pros Should Care
The lines are blurring. More often than not, IT professionals are asked to be involved in the deployment, management, and monitoring of operational technology (OT) networks within their facilities. As […]
Unlocking the Full Potential of Your OT Network with Site Scopes
Ensuring optimal performance of your operational technology (OT) network is crucial in today’s rapidly evolving smart building technology environment. As networks become more complex, traditional monitoring and troubleshooting methods fall […]
The Master Systems Integrator Ultimate Guide
The who, what, where, why, and how of Master Systems Integrators. The Master Systems Integrator (MSI) is not a new term by any stretch of the imagination. It’s been setting […]
How to Sell Service Contracts and Increase Revenue in 5 Steps
As a systems integrator, your relationship with your customer should never end after installation. Offering a full suite of ongoing service contracts can enhance the value of any sales agreement […]
What’s In a BACnet Packet Capture?
There comes a time in every OT technician’s life (probably more often than they’d like) when they just can’t figure out what the heck is going on. After all, BACnet […]
THE 3 MOST COMMON BACNET/IP ISSUES (AND FIXES)
While MS/TP problems tend to be centered around bad wiring, common BACnet/IP issues are usually the result of a misconfiguration. BACnet over IP, or BACnet/IP, has gradually become the new […]
Should BACnet Matter To Building Owners?
Yes. If you’re a building owner, you don’t think you should need to care about the nuts and bolts of your network. Your focus is that your building is comfortable, […]
BACnet Network Health: What IT Professionals Need to Know
The Internet of Things (IoT) has brought millions of commercial buildings into the networked era. There’s never been more connected devices in our buildings than there are today, and those […]
