--- title: Blog | ODIN Systems | BACnet description: BACnet | ODIN Building Automation Systems wants to help you understand how a BAS can change your building for the better. If you’re looking into a BAS of your own, then ODIN Building Automation Systems blog is here to help guide the way with the latest developments and trends in this exciting new market. --- [![Odin Automation](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/odin-logo-white.png)](https://www.connectwithodin.com/) - [Home](https://www.connectwithodin.com/) - [Features](https://www.connectwithodin.com/features) - [Plans](https://www.connectwithodin.com/plans) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.connectwithodin.com) - [Case Studies](https://info.connectwithodin.com/capecod_healthcare_casestudy) - [Downloads](https://info.connectwithodin.com/resources) - [Company](https://connectwithodin.com/company) - [Contact](https://www.connectwithodin.com/contact) - [LOG IN](https://ODINweb.net) Search - [Home](https://www.connectwithodin.com/) - [Features](https://www.connectwithodin.com/features) - [Plans](https://www.connectwithodin.com/plans) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.connectwithodin.com) - [Case Studies](https://info.connectwithodin.com/capecod_healthcare_casestudy) - [Downloads](https://info.connectwithodin.com/resources) - [Company](https://connectwithodin.com/company) - [Contact](https://www.connectwithodin.com/contact) - [LOG IN](https://ODINweb.net) # Latest news and blogs from  ![odin-logo-white-6](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/odin-logo-white-new.png) ## [Why Cloud-Based Building Management Systems Are the Future](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/cloud-based-building-management-systems) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Apr 4, 2024, 12:57:45 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![older man with phone](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/oldermanwithphone-1.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/cloud-based-building-management-systems) [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/cloud-based-building-management-systems) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/cloud-based-building-management-systems#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet) ## [Become an ODIN Reseller](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/become-an-odin-reseller) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on May 23, 2023, 10:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![ODIN reseller](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Become%20an%20ODIN%20Reseller.png)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/become-an-odin-reseller) Building automation service providers face frequent urgent requests. One minute you’re on-site for maintenance on a local building automation system and the next you’re rushing out the door to service another location. While it’s good to be busy, things could be simpler. ODIN users appreciate the time and money they save with remote monitoring and control. [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/become-an-odin-reseller) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/become-an-odin-reseller#comments-listing) Topics: [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) ## [How ODIN Works](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/how-odin-works) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on May 15, 2023, 12:56:04 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![how ODIN works](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/How%20ODIN%20Works.png)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/how-odin-works) Building automation systems have many benefits for owners, facility managers, and occupants. Here are just a few of the things automation can do for your facility: [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/how-odin-works) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/how-odin-works#comments-listing) Topics: [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) ## [BACnet Secure Connect: The Future of Secure Building Automation](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/bacnet-secure-connect-future-of-secure-building-automation) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Mar 29, 2023, 3:13:16 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![BACnet SC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/BACnet%20SC.jpeg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/bacnet-secure-connect-future-of-secure-building-automation) BACnet has been the international standard for building automation systems ever since its introduction in 1995. More than 1,000 vendors and 25 million devices across the globe now use the BACnet communication protocol, and this widespread use has generated plenty of data about the strengths and weaknesses of the technology. [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/bacnet-secure-connect-future-of-secure-building-automation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/bacnet-secure-connect-future-of-secure-building-automation#comments-listing) Topics: [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet) ## [ODIN Protects You With BACnet-Certified Cloud Data Security](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-protects-you-with-bacnet-certified-cloud-data-security) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Apr 21, 2022, 12:53:07 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![cloud data security](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/cloud%20data%20security.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-protects-you-with-bacnet-certified-cloud-data-security) Cloud computing and the Internet of Things (IOT) have changed the way we live, work, and play. We now use smartphones, mobile devices, and computers to communicate and access our data from anywhere, at any time — on-the-go, on-site at a service call, or in bed on a Saturday night.  [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-protects-you-with-bacnet-certified-cloud-data-security) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-protects-you-with-bacnet-certified-cloud-data-security#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls) ## [The Best Facility Management Software for Assisted Living Communities](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/the-best-facility-management-software-for-assisted-living-communities) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Mar 10, 2022, 2:32:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![best facility management software](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/best%20facility%20management%20software.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/the-best-facility-management-software-for-assisted-living-communities) A unique set of obstacles regularly challenges technicians and facility maintenance contractors servicing assisted living facilities. You may have a campus of buildings to look after, a series of individual living units with unique resident needs, or even multiple communities that you serve. This can present certain technical problems that, in the past, were considered the cost of doing business. [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/the-best-facility-management-software-for-assisted-living-communities) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/the-best-facility-management-software-for-assisted-living-communities#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) ## [3 Must-Have Tools for HVAC Technicians in 2022](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/3-must-have-tools-for-hvac-technicians-in-2022) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Dec 15, 2021, 3:43:54 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![HCAV technicians](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/hvac%20technicians.jpeg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/3-must-have-tools-for-hvac-technicians-in-2022) The new year is coming up fast, and HVAC technicians will need to be prepared for another year of change in the facilities management field. Many manufacturers have experienced supply chain difficulties that have affected the availability and cost of raw materials, equipment, parts, and supplies. Regulations continue to evolve as well, with an increased focus on the HFC phase-down and total energy efficiency. [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/3-must-have-tools-for-hvac-technicians-in-2022) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/3-must-have-tools-for-hvac-technicians-in-2022#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) ## [Fight Back Against HVAC Obsolescence in Higher Education](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/fight-back-against-hvac-obsolescence-in-higher-education) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Nov 29, 2021, 10:52:40 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![university facilities](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/zhejiang-university-3776783_960_720.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/fight-back-against-hvac-obsolescence-in-higher-education) Every piece of university facilities equipment will become obsolete eventually. And if it doesn’t make it to a point of natural obsolescence, it’s probably because you’ve needed to replace it or upgrade it due to reduced efficiency or breakdowns. This cycle is, on some level, unavoidable. [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/fight-back-against-hvac-obsolescence-in-higher-education) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/fight-back-against-hvac-obsolescence-in-higher-education#comments-listing) Topics: [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) ## [ODIN Simplifies Multi-Site & Multi-System Medical Building Management](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-simplifies-multi-site-multi-system-medical-building-management) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Jul 16, 2021, 5:06:03 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![medical building management](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/hospital-1802679_1920%202.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-simplifies-multi-site-multi-system-medical-building-management) Many healthcare organizations maintain expansive buildings with multiple wards, separate outbuildings, multi-building campuses, or even additional locations in other towns and cities. This can make medical building management into notoriously complex work.  [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-simplifies-multi-site-multi-system-medical-building-management) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/odin-simplifies-multi-site-multi-system-medical-building-management#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls) ## [The Aging Facility Management Workforce & Your Hospital HVAC System](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/aging-facility-management-workforce-hospital-hvac-system) Posted by [Connect with ODIN](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/author/connect-with-odin) on Jul 1, 2021, 7:45:45 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![hospital HVAC system](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/architecture-931283_1920%202.jpg)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/aging-facility-management-workforce-hospital-hvac-system) Figures from the IFMA show that the average facilities management professional is now 49 years old, with 28 years of experience (including 16 in facilities management). This is older than the median age of the general workforce by 8 years.  [Read More](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/aging-facility-management-workforce-hospital-hvac-system) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/aging-facility-management-workforce-hospital-hvac-system#comments-listing) Topics: [BAS](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas), [BACnet](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet), [Remote Building Controls](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls), [HVAC](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) [All posts](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/all) [Next](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet/page/2) ### Subscribe Here! ### Recent Posts ### Post by Tags - [Remote Building Controls (39)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/remote-building-controls) - [HVAC (38)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/hvac) - [BAS (33)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bas) - [BACnet (19)](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/tag/bacnet) [![logo](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/odin-logo.png?width=181&height=60&name=odin-logo.png)](https://www.connectwithodin.com/) ODIN Building Automation Systems [(844)384-6346](tel:+18443846346) [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5070536/6e69b7d8-6078-494c-807b-9250650cc9a2.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5070536/6e69b7d8-6078-494c-807b-9250650cc9a2) ## Quick Links - [Features](https://www.connectwithodin.com/features) - [Plans](https://www.connectwithodin.com/plans) - [Resources](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/) - [Company](https://www.connectwithodin.com/company) - [Privacy Policy](https://info.connectwithodin.com/privacy) - [Terms and Conditions](https://info.connectwithodin.com/terms-and-conditions) [![](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/ios-app-store-w.png)](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/connect-with-odin-v2/id6578449680)[![](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/google-play-app-icon.png)](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.connectwithodin.odinV2) [![](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/Connect-with-us-on-LinkedIn.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/connectwithodin/)[![](https://blog.connectwithodin.com/hubfs/Odin-June-2019/footer-member-1.png)](http://www.bacnetinternational.org/)