FAQ’s

FAQ’s

Olympus™ is a building automation system unlike any other in the market. Olympus™ does not require an in house server or gateways in order to operate. Each individual sensor or devices operates independent of the others in order to maintain the highest level of redundancy.

A BMS is an acronym for Battery Management System.

Olympus has a long list of UPS's that it is able to manage, please see our integrations page for a full list of compatabilities.

No, Olympus™ runs in the cloud and every sensor or device connected to Olympus™ is capable of running independent of the primary server or and other unit installed.

power distribution unit (PDU) is a device fitted with multiple outputs designed to distribute electric power, especially to racks of computers and networking equipment located within a data center. Data centers face challenges in power protection and management solutions. This is why many data centers rely on PDU monitoring to improve efficiency, uptime, and growth. For data center applications, the power requirement is typically much larger than a home or office style power strips with power inputs as large as 22 kVA or even greater. Most large data centers utilize PDUs with 3-phase power input and 1-phase power output. There are two main categories of PDUs: Basic PDUs and Intelligent (networked) PDUs or iPDUs. Basic PDUs simply provide a means of distributing power from the input to a plurality of outlets. Intelligent PDUs normally have an intelligence module which allow the PDU for remote management of power metering information, power outlet on/off control, and/or alarms. Some advanced PDUs allow users to manage external sensors such as temperature, humidity, airflow, etc.

At Olympus we use both wired and wireless devices depending on the need and application?

All you have to do is give us a call and we will work with you to integrate your device or system into Olympus.

Olympus pricing is dependent on size a scope. The one to keep in mind is that we do not try and shock you with a large upfront cost. Olympus was designed to keep the upfront costs low and give you a reasonable monthly subscription price.

A centralized, networked system of hardware and software that monitors and controls a building’s facility systems (electricity, lighting, plumbing, HVAC, water supply, etc.).

Yes, we offer classes for End Users and Contractors that are both structured curriculum or custom. Please see our training page for more details.

We have numerous people on staff that are available to answer your Olympus questions. Contact us to to learn more.

Increased network connectivity does open up the possibility of being hacked. That’s why it is so important to work with a team that understands Internet of Things (IoT) building security best practices and creates robust strategies to close vulnerabilities.

Olympus ensures your team understands the importance of both physical and digital security. When everyone is connected, anyone can be a weak link. Best practices and trusted partnerships make those links a lot stronger.

It would be misleading to say that integrating smart technologies and unifying systems is free. It is a significant investment. But it can also lead to meaningful cost savings by:

  • Decreasing inefficiencies
  • Reducing energy use
  • Saving time and manpower for maintenance staff
  • Ensuring repairs are done before they become problems
  • Decreasing wear and tear on systems
  • Lengthening the lifetime of all automated systems
  • Increased facility management productivity
  • Data-driven maintenance contracts and the ability to validate work paid for is work that solved the problem

Smart buildings also make the occupant experience more pleasant, helping buildings attract high-quality tenants. At a time when people are prioritizing energy efficiency and looking for tech-driven convenience, smart capabilities are invaluable assets.