Your BACnet Questions Answered: Episode 3
Mastering MS/TP. Sounds like an archaic thing to do 2025, but MS/TP BACnet systems are still a lot more common that you’d think, and it’s become increasingly harder to ensure that all that operating knowledge is passed along. In this episode, we’re tackling your submitted questions on MS/TP. From basic best practices to essential troubleshooting, […]
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. […]
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 […]
Cloud-Based OT Network Management: The Advantages Are Here
One of the most significant drivers of change in networking, IT, and OT alike, has been the adoption of cloud technology. The shift toward cloud-based processing and design is not just a trend—it represents a paradigm shift in how OT networks are built, and how building automation is managed, monitored, and maintained. Let’s examine how […]
Managing VLANs and BBMDs in BACnet Networks: A Practical Guide
On paper, virtual local area networks (VLANs) and BACnet Broadcast Management Devices (BBMDs) seem completely at odds. VLANs are meant to separate and segregate traffic into multiple subnets. At the same time, BBMDs are designed to bypass all that work to broadcast messages across different parts of the network without limiting which devices should get […]
What Is BACnet/SC? Understanding “The Next Generation” of BACnet Security
With the increasing integration of cloud-based systems, IoT devices, and external network connections, operational technology (OT) networks have become more vulnerable to cyber threats. For many organizations using building automation systems (BAS), focusing on operational efficiency and connectivity has historically outpaced the emphasis on security. Older OT systems, like MS/TP, often lack basic encryption and […]
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 BAS, it presents a substantial challenge to navigate and find reliable BACnet FAQ material that can provide credible information and guidance. Of course, lots of […]
