The IP-Connected Enterprise
Exploring Issues Associated with
Migration to Intelligent Information
Networks
Mark Niblett, RCDD. Anixter Inc
Topics for Discussion
• Definition
• Fact or Fiction
• Value Proposition • Case Study Part 1
• Path to Converged Systems • Converged Systems Today • Access Control and Video
Surveillance
• Case Study Part 2
– Technology Adoption – VoIP
– A/V over IP
– Business Video
– Power Over Ethernet
What is the IP-Connected Enterprise?
An approach to enterprise infrastructure design and operation which provides:
– Utility grade connectivity for any microprocessor-based system – Remote, real time control and monitoring of these systems and
devices
– A migration path onto a single infrastructure spanning the enterprise.
Power Water Gas
the 4th Utility Information
-Bottom Line: An IP Connected Enterprise requires a robust cabling infrastructure, such as a Category
6/Class E cabling plant, to support it.
“A fundamental rule in technology
says that whatever can be done
will be done.”
The Only Real Question is “When?”
- Andy Grove, Intel co-founder
Is the promise of the
IP Connected Enterprise
fact or fiction?
The IP Connected Enterprise
Business Drivers
• Centralised Management
• Regulatory Compliance Issues • Increased Worker Productivity &
Mobility
• Physical/Logical Security
• Conservation (Green Buildings, etc.) • Lower operational costs and
The Path to the IP
The 21st Century Intelligent Building Model
• Building Systems and User Systems Converge
• Ethernet and IP Information and Control Transport • Unified Cabling Infrastructure
I.
Legacy Systems
LEGACY APPROACH:
Important Role for Single Function Systems
II.
Hybrid Systems
MIGRATION TO NETWORK APPROACH:
Isolated Systems Join IP Connected Enterprise
III.
Fully Integrated Systems
IP CONNECTED ENTERPRISE:
IP Connected Enterprise Replaces Isolated Systems
Not a New Concept
“The use of integrated technological building systems, communications and controls to create a building and its infrastructure which provides the owner, operator and
occupant with an environment which is flexible, effective, comfortable and secure.”
“IBS” - Intelligent Building Systems (1992 - 1999)
Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Integrated Communication Systems (ICS)
Source: Technology Roadmap for Intelligent Buildings
Continental Automated Buildings Association(CABA) Report Complimentary at: www.caba.org/trm
Legacy Systems
I.
Legacy Systems
LEGACY APPROACH:
Legacy Systems ─ Difficult to Tie Systems Together
Video Surveillance Fire, Life & Safety Access Control HVAC & Lighting Factory & Indus. Process Automation Electricity, Water, ElevatorFax & Text Comm. Data Comm. Voice Comm. TV & Images
Hybrid Systems
II.
Hybrid Systems
MIGRATION TO
NETWORK APPROACH:
Hybrid
Hybrid Systems ─ Easier to Connect Together
Translation Devices Video Surveillance Fire, Life &Safety Factory & Indus. Process Automaton. Electricity, Water, Elevator
Fax & Text Comm. Data Comm. Voice Comm. TV & Images Access Control HVAC & Lighting
IP Connected Enterprise System
III.
Fully Integrated Systems
IP CONNECTED ENTERPRISE:
IP Connected Enterprise Replaces Isolated Systems
IP Connected Enterprise System
-Seamless Integration
Building systems have converged onto one IP network making integration a seamless process. Systems are now open and interoperable meaning they can instantly communicate with each other even over long distances.
III.
Fully Integrated Systems
IP CONNECTED ENTERPRISE:
IP Connected Enterprise Replaces Isolated Systems
Recap: Legacy to IP Connected
Enterprise Migration Path
Hybrid Translation Devices Video Surveillance Fire, Life &Safety Factory & Indus. Process Automaton. Electricity, Water, Elevator
Fax & Text Comm. Data Comm . Voice Comm. TV & Images Access Control HVAC & Lighting Video Surveillance Fire, Life &Safety Access Control HVAC & Lighting Factory & Indus. Process Automaton. Electricity, Water, Elevator
Fax & Text Comm. Data Comm. Voice Comm. TV & Images Basic
Integrating
Building
Today: Video Surveillance and
Access Control Integration
• Basic Integration
– Access Control systems hardwired to input alarm ports of Digital Video
Recorders (DVRs)
• Hybrid Integration
– Access Control panels interconnecting with DVRs via external RS-232 IP
converters
• Full IP Integration
– Access Control door controllers and IP Network Video Recorders (NVRs)
connected directly to the Enterprise network
Example: Video Surveillance and Access Control
Integration
Today: VoIP
• Initiated the Converging Model • First validation tests:
– International office fax service (cost) – Call centre (customer service)
Today: Audio / Visual Over IP
• Conference Rooms • Learning Centres
• Simplified control and maintenance
Phone System Distribution Panel Power Supply 48 VDC Power Category 5e Telephone Extension Walls
Today: Business Video on the IP Network
• First validation tests:
– Desktop Video conferencing (cost) – Training (on demand archives)
– Company News & Information Networks
Today: Energy Management
• Lighting • HVAC
Example: Energy Efficiencies Savings at Anixter’s Warehouses
Alsip 25% cost savings Reno 33% cost savings
Tomorrow: Improve Communication
between Life/Safety and Building
Critical Equipment
• Integration Building Administration with Life, Safety & Security
– Secondary Systems – Auxiliary Control
– Remote Monitoring for first responders
Bottom Line: Integration improves quality of communication with First Responders.
The Big Question - How Does It Affect My Network?
• Video Surveillance over IP
– 60% growth in IP Video Cameras in 2007.
– Standard VGA Cameras • Full Frame Rate
• 3-8 Mbps Bandwidth – Megapixel Cameras
• 5 MP Cameras Available • 15-55 Mbps
• Access Control over IP
– Each door has a similar impact as a VOIP telephone Megapixels 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Megapixels Bandwidth Mbps
In Conclusion
• The IP Connected Enterprise is happening
– The technology is ready – The benefits are there
• It’s not all or nothing
– There is a path to get you to there
– Implement as your business case makes sense ROI/TCO