DALLAS—Today's commercial buildings use the latest technology to ensure security. But with the growing list of complex and siloed building systems for lighting, elevators, badging, HVAC, etc., streamlining those systems onto a single converged method can be a challenge.
Cisco has a solution in the form of a catalyst digital building series switch, which is the industry's first purpose-built switch for digital buildings. The switch powers and connects siloed building systems onto a single low-voltage IP network. And it supports protocols allows for convergence and interoperability of disparate building systems such as lighting, HVAC and badging.
“This requires all networks to be mapped to IT systems to make a smarter decision,” says Sachin Gupta, vice president of product management with Cisco, tells GlobeSt.com. “We take all the ecosystem knowledge, such as building applications, digital network framework and building endpoints, marry it with Cisco architecture and plug it into endpoints. With a focus on security, lighting is separate to protect from hacking, for example.”
The technology delivers twice the power of current systems for brighter lighting fixtures and gets the power back on within 5 seconds of a power outage. The Bluetooth-enabled switch with a mobile app (iOS and Android) simplifies deployment for IT and OT personnel. Finally, it is noise-free so it works well for hospitals, retail, hotels and workplace ceilings.
“As far as convergence of IoT devices in a building, this product leap-frogs a generation of innovation,” says Gupta. “It brings new IoT protocol integration, automation and enterprise security by extending the digital network architecture to digital buildings.”
The new Adolphus Hotel, a Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel, is scheduled to be completed this summer. It will be outfitted with the Cisco switch to feature automatic blinds, as well as temperature and lighting control, all bundled onto one system. The multi-million-dollar renovation to Dallas' historic downtown landmark will modernize the property while preserving its history and elegance. The scope of the renovation includes the complete refurbishment of all guest rooms, public spaces and meeting spaces; the addition of a new 19th floor ballroom; construction of a seventh floor rooftop pool and bar; a new spa and fitness center; renovation of the French Room restaurant; and the development of new dining and retail outlets, GlobeSt.com learns.
As previously reported, user demands alter the data center footprint.
DALLAS—Today's commercial buildings use the latest technology to ensure security. But with the growing list of complex and siloed building systems for lighting, elevators, badging, HVAC, etc., streamlining those systems onto a single converged method can be a challenge.
Cisco has a solution in the form of a catalyst digital building series switch, which is the industry's first purpose-built switch for digital buildings. The switch powers and connects siloed building systems onto a single low-voltage IP network. And it supports protocols allows for convergence and interoperability of disparate building systems such as lighting, HVAC and badging.
“This requires all networks to be mapped to IT systems to make a smarter decision,” says Sachin Gupta, vice president of product management with Cisco, tells GlobeSt.com. “We take all the ecosystem knowledge, such as building applications, digital network framework and building endpoints, marry it with Cisco architecture and plug it into endpoints. With a focus on security, lighting is separate to protect from hacking, for example.”
The technology delivers twice the power of current systems for brighter lighting fixtures and gets the power back on within 5 seconds of a power outage. The Bluetooth-enabled switch with a mobile app (iOS and Android) simplifies deployment for IT and OT personnel. Finally, it is noise-free so it works well for hospitals, retail, hotels and workplace ceilings.
“As far as convergence of IoT devices in a building, this product leap-frogs a generation of innovation,” says Gupta. “It brings new IoT protocol integration, automation and enterprise security by extending the digital network architecture to digital buildings.”
The new Adolphus Hotel, a Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel, is scheduled to be completed this summer. It will be outfitted with the Cisco switch to feature automatic blinds, as well as temperature and lighting control, all bundled onto one system. The multi-million-dollar renovation to Dallas' historic downtown landmark will modernize the property while preserving its history and elegance. The scope of the renovation includes the complete refurbishment of all guest rooms, public spaces and meeting spaces; the addition of a new 19th floor ballroom; construction of a seventh floor rooftop pool and bar; a new spa and fitness center; renovation of the French Room restaurant; and the development of new dining and retail outlets, GlobeSt.com learns.
As previously reported, user demands alter the data center footprint.
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