What does it mean to be protocol or hardware agnostic?
Hardware agnostic and protocol agnostic are IT terms used to describe components or software that are compatible with any hardware or protocol. It means they do not require any special adaptions or additional hardware to connect multiple devices/systems/protocols etc. This provides a usable product that can be utilised seamlessly on all platforms. For example, an app such as Netflix is able to operate on all devices, e.g. smartphones, TVs, laptops, and tablets.
In the smart building industry, in particular, there is a strong need for agnostic solutions. The lack of standardisation in the industry means there are a lot of data silos, and integration can be difficult, especially in older, existing buildings which have a mix of new and old systems/devices.
There can also be many protocols in buildings; this is particularly problematic in older buildings that have evolved over time and have multiple vendor systems and devices installed. Being protocol agnostic means that communication across different protocols is standardised, and multiple protocols can send and receive data. It allows insight to be gained about the building as a whole because all systems and devices can communicate and share data. It is similar to speaking a universal language or being able to translate any language, e.g. Spanish to Mandarin or Java to Python.
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How can amBX help you?
amBX SmartCore software can be installed on 3rd party hardware and removes the need for system integration
Easily integrate with a huge range of systems and devices.
Full suite of APIs, including a BACnet interface for easy integration with 3rd party systems.
Protocol-agnostic solution turns buildings into intelligent spaces.
We can create custom UIs, designed for your client’s needs.
White-label solutions available.
We can maintain and manage the solution on your behalf.
An IP-based solution that can also be accessed and controlled via the cloud.
Can be operated as a standalone solution or integrated with building management systems.
The flexible architecture allows for single and multiple building use.
Users have full access to data collected from lights, sensors and devices via our dashboard or via a third-party system.