PROJECT PROFILE

Managed BACnet
The Managed BACnet project is addressing technology and implementation challenges for deploying BACnet into cloud-native buildings.
Purpose and Scope
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To define specifications and guidelines to encourage the broad adoption of BACnet in Could-Native environments.
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Create, gather, and catalog open-source resources in support of the stated purpose.
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Promote the widespread adoption of best practices for utilizing BACnet technology in cloud-native environments.
Goals and Deliverables
Short term (6-12 months)
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Create a roadmap for the adoption of BACnet in cloud environments.
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Establish working relationships with other organizations working on BACnet.
Long-term vision
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Identify and create ways to overcome market barriers to the adoption of BACnet in cloud environments.
Membership & Participation
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C4SB Founding member Cimetrics, as a leading BACnet vendor, is volunteering to chair and lead the group.
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Existing members of the Managed BACnet group.
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Any member of C4SB, LF, or related organizations.
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Any other organic person.
Next Steps
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Request official recognition by the C4SB Foundation
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Resources support (GitHub, mailing list, Zoom)
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Review and coordination with other WGs as necessary
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Decide on a schedule of WG cadence calls
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Establish permission to use the BACnet trademark from ASHRAE
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Establish liaison with the BACnet International trade group