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Bosch Building Technologies Unites Forces Under One Brand

01.10.2025

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Bosch Building Technologies Unites Forces Under One Brand

Munich – Bosch Building Technologies sharpens its profile: Starting in January 2026, the Bosch division and its regional units will operate worldwide under the Bosch brand and the unified name Bosch Building Technologies. This consistent market presence highlights the division’s extensive expertise and decades of experience, making these strengths clearly visible in the market.Greater visibility, combined expertise Over the past decade, Bosch has strategically invested in the Building Technologies systems integration business. Since then, the division has experienced significant growth, both organically and through acquisitions. With companies such as building automation specialist Hörburger, GFR (now Bosch Building Automation), and DMS in Germany, as well as North American systems integrators Climatec and Paladin Technologies, the division has expanded its solutions and services portfolio and strengthened its local presence. These acquisitions not only added numerous established companies and well-known brands, but also highly qualified teams. “Our strong growth in recent years has significantly strengthened our position as one of the leading systems integrators,” says Frank Meyer, member of the Bosch management board and responsible for the Energy and Building Technology business sector. “We will consistently continue this growth trajectory – with a broad range of product-agnostic solutions and an expanding portfolio of digital services that deliver real added value to our customers.” Today, Bosch Building Technologies brings together decades of experience in building security, safety, building automation, and energy efficiency – all from a single source. “As an experienced and reliable partner, we work side by side with our customers to deliver the best integrated solutions that sustainably enhance security, safety, comfort, and efficiency – true to our promise ‘Performance built on partnership.’ Starting in 2026, we will give this commitment even greater expression through a unified market presence,” says Thomas Quante, President and CEO of Bosch Building Technologies. New name – trusted partnership In Germany and the Netherlands, Bosch’s systems integration business has so far been known as Bosch Energy and Building Solutions. Additionally, the Hörburger brand has also remained present in the market following its acquisition. The new unified market presence will have no impact on existing contracts or local customer relationships. The legal entities in Europe will also remain unchanged for the time being. The corporate brands Protec in the UK and DMS in Germany will follow at a later stage. The established product names will remain unchanged. Growing together – also in North America In North America, the market presence will also be unified: The companies Climatec and Paladin Technologies, which have previously operated under separate brands, will be merged starting in 2026 and will operate jointly under the Bosch brand and the name Bosch Building Technologies. This will create an expanded range of services and solutions for customers. The unified market presence strengthens Bosch Building Technologies’ global position – and paves the way for further growth and long-term customer partnerships. With the new name, the division’s strength and extensive expertise become visible: Bosch Building Technologies as a comprehensive partner for integrated, state-of-the-art building solutions – fully in line with Bosch’s promise “Invented for life.”

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New service from Bosch Building Technologies for early detection of vegetation fires

20.03.2025

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New service from Bosch Building Technologies for early detection of vegetation fires

In vegetation fires, the combination of early detection and accurate information is critical to preventing an initial smoldering fire from developing into a large fire. Bosch Building Technologies` new service Wildfire Detection combines these key aspects into an integrated solution. The use of advanced technologies enables early detection of vegetation fires in forests, recreational areas, natural areas near infrastructure, and outdoor environments close to buildings. Responsible parties and emergency services are automatically alerted and receive all relevant information immediately. This allows countermeasures to be taken quickly and safely."As a partner with many years of experience in networked solutions for fire protection, we are also leveraging the benefits of digitalization, connectivity, and artificial intelligence in our new Wildfire Detection service," says Thomas Reinicke, head of the Solutions Business Life Safety at Bosch Building Technologies. "We're proud to be able to use our expertise in fire protection not only to protect people and property, but also to help preserve nature." Vegetation fires can endanger people and damage the habitats of many animals and plant species. In addition, the fires often cause economic losses. They pose a constant threat to the important forest ecosystem: According to the German Federal Office for Agriculture and Food, a total of 7,500 hectares of forest have been affected by fires in the last five years. This is the equivalent of nearly 11,000 German soccer fields. Wildfire Detection – digital interaction of state-of-the-art technologies The end-to-end solution from Bosch Building Technologies includes a network of special detectors that integrate the intelligent BME690 gas sensors from Bosch Sensortec for early fire detection. The sensors are placed around the vegetation area and use an AI-based algorithm to detect smoke gases in the early stages of smoldering. In addition, they continuously provide information of interest to forestry, such as temperature and humidity. The detectors are energy self-sufficient thanks to a built-in solar panel. They recharge even in cloudy conditions or under a tree canopy. They are designed to operate for ten to 15 years without maintenance. As soon as a sensor triggers an alarm, the potential fire is automatically reported to the fire department and other involved parties in accordance with the "Regulations of Authorities and Organizations with Security Tasks" (BOS). With this alert, Bosch Building Technologies' cloud-based BOS portal provides the control center with all the critical information it needs to guide emergency services safely to the scene. In addition to the exact geographical position of the sensor that reported the possible fire, information on temperatures and weather data, including wind direction and speed, is available at a glance. Bosch Building Technologies' fire safety experts have also integrated an alarm server into the BOS portal. This allows all relevant messages to be sent to firefighters' mobile devices. Complete solution from a single source Based on local requirements and individual customer needs, BT manages the entire process, from consulting to planning, implementation and operation. The size of the network is scalable. This means the solution can be used for early fire detection in small vegetation areas as well as large forest landscapes. Depending on local requirements, the fire protection experts also integrate other modern technologies, such as the video-based early fire detection system Aviotec, which can also be used outdoors. Bosch Building Technologies also offers rapid assistance from the air with a drone service linked to the control center. The transmission of live, high-resolution video can provide emergency services with crucial information for assessing the situation in the event of a fire, saving valuable time. With the Wildfire Detection service, Bosch Building Solutions offers early fire detection for forests in Germany. It is also a comprehensive solution that can be used to protect buildings and infrastructure surrounded by fields and green spaces. The new service is also of interest for storage facilities with highly flammable organic materials such as wood.

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Bosch Building Technologies plans further growth in the building automation sector

18.07.2024

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Bosch Building Technologies plans further growth in the building automation sector

Grasbrunn, Germany – Bosch Building Technologies plans to acquire DMS Digitale Mess- und Steuersysteme AG, headquartered in Ettlingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. DMS AG offers solutions and services in the areas of building, industrial, process and room automation as well as building and energy management. Corresponding agreements were signed by Bosch and DMS AG on July 18, 2024. It has been agreed that the purchase price will not be disclosed. The acquisition is subject to approval by the relevant regulatory authorities.With the purchase of DMS AG, Bosch Building Technologies intends to further strengthen the important growth area of building automation. The acquisition complements the 2019 and 2022 purchases of GFR Gesellschaft für Regelungstechnik und Energieeinsparung – now Bosch Building Automation GmbH – and Hörburger GmbH. Last year, Bosch Building Technologies grew by 25 percent in the building automation sector in Germany, significantly outperforming the market. With the acquisition of DMS AG, Bosch Building Technologies has added the important area of process automation to its range of solutions, becoming a full-service provider for industrial manufacturing companies. The portfolio includes integrated and cross-domain solutions in the areas of building security, building automation, energy efficiency, sustainability consulting and digital services. "With DMS AG, another building automation specialist with highly qualified and experienced associates complements our system integrator business. Together, we want to expand our existing portfolio for industrial customers and develop new forward-looking solutions and services that will enable the economical and sustainable operation of industrial buildings through to production," says Thomas Quante, president of Bosch Building Technologies. "We are very pleased to be part of Bosch Building Technologies in the future. Together, we can generate new added value for industrial customers," says Jörg Hössl, CEO of DMS AG. DMS AG has more than 40 years of experience in the development, planning, programming, installation, operation and maintenance of control technology. The brand-agnostic specialist implements intelligent automation solutions based on the latest technologies to safely, reliably and efficiently control and regulate building and process engineering systems. DMS AG is making an important contribution to the sustainability of industrial buildings, from building operation to production. The company’s solutions can be found in complex manufacturing plants, data centers and research and development facilities of well-known companies.

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Artificial intelligence from Bosch protects Aachen Cathedral

12.03.2024

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Artificial intelligence from Bosch protects Aachen Cathedral

Grasbrunn, Germany – Since the end of last year, Bosch's artificial intelligence has been safeguarding the world-renowned Aachen Cathedral, which is more than 1,200 years old. Germany's first UNESCO World Heritage site has been equipped by Bosch Building Technologies and the engineering firm plan ing with an intelligent video solution that protects it against a multitude of potential threats. Fires in particular can be devastating for such a historic building of inestimable intangible value – and this is precisely why Aachen Cathedral has opted for the new system, which can detect a potential danger particularly quickly: Over 50 Aviotec cameras from Bosch in 16 rooms use intelligent video analytics to visually detect smoke and flames directly at their source. Thanks to AI algorithms, the video cameras can also differentiate, for example, candlelight from a developing fire. This substantially reduces the likelihood of false alarms. Thus, the cameras respond much earlier than conventional ceiling-mounted fire detectors, which require smoke to rise to them. "We are proud of this globally unique project at Aachen Cathedral," says Dr. Marcus Nadenau, Head of the European system integrator business Energy and Building Solutions at Bosch Building Technologies. "Aviotec offers an invaluable speed advantage in fire detection, especially in buildings with complex layouts and high ceilings," adds Dr. Nadenau.Cathedral master builder Dr. Jan Richarz, who took over the project from his predecessor Helmut Maintz, emphasizes the significance of this technology for the protection of Aachen Cathedral, supported by the Karlsverein / Cathedral Construction Association and the state of North Rhine-Westphalia: "With this video surveillance solution, Aachen is a global leader. It protects our World Heritage site as reliably and innovatively as befits its historical, religious, and cultural significance. I am very satisfied with the result and the collaborative partnership," says Dr. Richarz. AI protects treasures of immeasurable value Aviotec primarily secures the cathedral's interior with its valuable relics and unique artworks, admired by over a million visitors annually. The video solution ensures that visitors can get as close as possible to the many treasures without endangering them: Aviotec raises the alarm if someone enters the virtual exclusion zones around individual exhibits. During the day, it protects the cathedral from vandalism and theft, and at night from break-ins. Thanks to Aviotec, visitor flows can now be managed much more efficiently, as only a limited number of people are allowed in the cathedral at any one time: The previously laborious manual counting of visitors is now undertaken by the video solution. Protecting an important building together Bosch Building Technologies, in collaboration with the engineering firm plan ing, developed and implemented the comprehensive video solution for the cathedral. Every step was closely coordinated with the Cathedral Construction Lodge, whose challenging task is to preserve the cathedral and its treasures for the future. "Aviotec from Bosch offers early fire detection and video security functions in one system, perfectly meeting the special protection needs of this sacred building," says Ralf Wolters from the engineering firm plan ing. "Cutting-edge technology meets centuries-old treasures. This combination has excited me," says the engineer. An advantage of the Aachen solution is its close integration with the local fire department: As soon as one of the Aviotec cameras detects a developing fire, the Aachen professional fire department is informed via the normatively integrated fire alarm system. A monitor shows arriving firefighters live images from the cathedral and informs them about the exact location where the danger was detected. This saves valuable time. Due to the high Aviotec standard, the fire department allowed the solution to be connected to its systems as a special detector. As the world's first system for video-based fire detection, Aviotec was certified by VdS in 2017. Close Coordination with Heritage Conservation To determine the ideal position for each camera within the building, digital floor plans were initially created, followed by an elaborate 3D simulation. Heritage conservation was involved early on, allowing the video system to blend almost invisibly into the existing ensemble. During the installation phase, more than 30 craftsmen worked in the cathedral at times, implementing electricity, lighting, and the new video solution in coordination. For the entire team, it was a special experience to work in a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Revolutionizing fire safety with video-based fire detection

07.12.2023

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Revolutionizing fire safety with video-based fire detection

Grasbrunn, Germany – Bosch Building Technologies introduces a groundbreaking advancement in fire safety with the Aviotec 8000i IR camera. This new version of its video-based fire detection solution promises to revolutionize fire protection in challenging environments, such as in manufacturing, where hazardous materials that carry high fire loads are stored outdoors, in semi-open spaces, in solar plants or electric car charging stations where wind makes it difficult to detect smoke.Aviotec 8000i IR outperforms aspirating smoke detectors The Aviotec 8000i IR camera achieves on average 3x faster detection times compared to current aspirating smoke detectors* – significantly improving speed. Within its specifications the enhanced AI algorithms also allow for greater reliability and accuracy in distinguishing real fire situations from false alarms. The alarm, based on an actual fire, or trouble signals, can be transmitted to a local network, or by two relays, also to the central fire panel. Trouble signals could for example result from a tilted camera, a blocked lens or a power failure. 24/7 fire protection with integrated infrared (IR) illuminator The new camera further increases fire safety by providing fire protection 24/7 thanks to its integrated infrared (IR) illuminator. Within its specifications it ensures the camera is fully operational even in total darkness (at 0 Lux), reliably detecting smoke and flames with pure infrared illumination. No additional lighting is required, not even any emergency lighting, making it easier and more cost-effective for specifiers and installers to use the camera. Simplified installation Installation of the camera is further simplified by the fact that it is a one-product solution, meaning that no accessories are required. The rugged IP 67 (waterproof) housing, IR-illuminator, new 4-megapixel sensor and motorized lens are all integrated into one unit. In addition, Aviotec´s Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) eliminates the need to install power cables. Expanding applications: Enhancing fire safety in varied environments The new features of the Aviotec 8000i IR camera open up a range of new applications, improving fire safety in particularly challenging environments such as manufacturing, where hazardous materials stored outdoors can easily ignite. Irrespectively of the weather and lighting conditions, Aviotec’s flame and smoke detection can help to prevent fires from spreading into buildings by detecting fires in open spaces directly at the source, without the need for smoke to reach a fire detector installed indoors, such as on a warehouse ceiling. Another area where the new Aviotec camera helps to improve fire safety is in train, metro, and bus stations where brakes or electricity can be a source of fire that takes standard fire alarms too long to detect. Aviotec also helps improve fire safety in electric car charging stations where batteries can catch fire. Charging stations are often located in half-open parking garages or outdoors where the wind can blow smoke in different directions. The highly sensitive AI algorithms with deep learning technology of the Aviotec 8000i IR camera help to detect smoke in windy conditions. "The new Aviotec 8000i IR is the result of more than a decade of expertise in video-based fire detection. Thousands of Aviotec cameras operating in 72 countries reflect our customers´ trust in this proven technology", says Patrizia Bogers, Global Business Development Manager Aviotec. * In EN54 Testfires TF1, TF2, TF4 and TF5, tested in 06/2023 in Bosch Fire lab, product performance depending on installation settings etc. please refer to product documentation

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Bosch expands service suite for digital building management

16.11.2023

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Bosch expands service suite for digital building management

Grasbrunn, Germany – At the end of last year, Bosch Building Technologies launched Nexospace, a digital service suite for efficient and sustainable building management that networks and integrates IoT-supported service solutions on a cloud platform. The Nexospace Fire System Analyzer has now been joined by the latest service, the Nexospace Energy Manager, plus additional services.Cloud-based, IoT-supported service suite for digital building management Thanks to Nexospace services, owners and operators can take a holistic and convenient approach to the digital management of their commercial buildings. This is made possible by automated data analysis for technical building equipment, which can uncover opportunities to make improvements and help operational processes run more smoothly. What makes this solution really stand out is that this automated analysis can be carried out on both an individual building and, when networked, on an entire real estate portfolio. “The market for building solutions is increasingly demanding digital service options. A growing range of services that were typically provided on-site are now being delivered on a remote basis and as cloud-based solutions. We are actively investing in this transition and are proud to be launching Nexospace Energy Manager as a service that helps customers identify potential savings and thus play an active role in boosting sustainability,” explains Dr. Marcus Nadenau, who runs the European system integrator operations of Bosch Building Technologies. Nexospace services suitable for both new and existing buildings Nexospace services are carefully coordinated and designed so they can be used on a modular basis and therefore be adapted to specific customer requirements. They are ideal for use in both brand-new and existing buildings. Nexospace Energy Manager is a recent addition to the suite, and is used to visualize, analyze, and evaluate the efficiency of energy supply, distribution, and consumption in buildings. The savings opportunities that are identified and the measures derived from these opportunities provide a means to precisely reduce CO2 emissions and energy costs while also conserving resources. Another service is the Nexospace Fire System Analyzer , which gives users location-independent access to information about the current status of the fire alarm systems installed in their building via an app or browser. Besides making it easier to document incidents that have already occurred, this also simplifies budget planning for replacement parts such as alarms and batteries. What’s more, building operators and facility managers can leverage the service to save time and money, because faults can be identified faster and then fixed on site. Additional new services designed to enhance user convenience or optimize building management will be offered in cooperation with partners. One such service is Workplace Analytics , which helps building operators and real estate managers analyze how areas are actually being used based on capacity utilization data. This can help drive down costs and make optimum use of spaces. Intelligent evaluation brings added transparency From a purely technical standpoint, Nexospace services securely transfer data from the technologies and systems installed in a building to the cloud, where ontologies are used to standardize and structure the data as part of an automated process. Building owners and operators receive the results in the form of clearly structured cockpits in apps or desktop applications. By using specially developed AI algorithms and taking domain-specific historical and forecast models as a basis, Bosch can evaluate the information acquired from building technology and visualize correlations between various measured values. Also, Bosch provides users with comprehensive consulting, planning, implementation, and operational support for Nexospace services as required. Broad-based campaign for Nexospace At the end of last year, Bosch Building Technologies initiated a wide-ranging promotional campaign for the market launch of Nexospace. The campaign centers on the “Datanaut”, who symbolizes the process of exploring the cosmos of digital building management and helps owners and operators get their commercial buildings fit for the future. You can find out more about Nexospace here .

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Convenient, connected and confidential

14.11.2023

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Convenient, connected and confidential

Grasbrunn, Germany – Bosch introduces Dicentis Hybrid Meetings, a complete solution that seamlessly combines in-person and remote conference attendance. While face-to-face interaction remains essential, remote participation via internet applications has become a highly efficient option for conferences. Hybrid meetings combine the best of both worlds, with an efficient mix of onsite and remote participants. Since general online video conferencing applications often don't meet the needs of structured hybrid meetings – due to insufficient onsite system integration and lacking professional features like microphone management and compliant voting – Bosch has developed its own hybrid solution to create a highly flexible meeting environment for maximized efficiency and effectiveness.Fully native, end-to-end hybrid meeting solution Dicentis Hybrid Meetings combines the stationary, IP-based Dicentis conference system with remote participation into a fully native hybrid meeting solution. As a cloud-hosted single supplier solution with hybrid participation at the core of the conference system, it caters to all security, reliability and usability requirements. Optimized meeting experience Dicentis Hybrid Meetings creates an optimal meeting experience for onsite participants using Dicentis conference devices and remotely connected participants who can attend via a browser-based Dicentis application on PCs, laptops or tablets. The intuitive user interface for remote participation features a clear overview of all activities. Every participant enjoys equal participation options established by the integrated meeting management tools. Regardless of physical location, each participant is fully involved and enjoys the same speech priorities, voting rights and content sharing options. Last-minute information can be immediately distributed comprising the voting results and hall visuals – even when connected remotely. Dicentis Hybrid Meetings overcomes communication barriers by providing a consistent meeting experience with the same professional functions as if attending the meeting in person, maximizing the participation involvement. One central, straightforward user interface The feature set ticks all the boxes for highly efficient, legally compliant meetings – centrally controlled over one straightforward user interface for the chairperson and meeting manager. They can control hybrid meetings the same way as in-person gatherings, including speaker timers, request list, response mode, voting with quorum, majority and voting weight with automated reporting in a tamper-proof format. Ensured security and compliance Dicentis Hybrid Meetings offers a very high level of security. Data are processed with full data privacy-compliance, in accordance with international information security and privacy management standards as well as the General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR). State-of-the-art data encryption using standardized IP technology and security features ensure protection against data tampering and hacking. The participant access is gate-protected as user profiles are managed by the local Dicentis server. Shared information remains confidential while no personal data are stored in the cloud. Both the cloud application and the stationary conference system are highly reliable and stable which is safeguarded by the Bosch top quality guidelines. Carefree cloud hosting managed by Bosch Dicentis Hybrid Meetings is a complete service solution that includes all required fees, regular software updates, specialized support and Bosch-managed cloud hosting for constant availability, reliability and peace of mind. Dicentis Hybrid Meetings is initially available in select European countries and will gradually expand into other countries and regions starting from the first quarter of 2024.

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From analog to digital – Bosch implements networked public address and voice ala ...

18.07.2023

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From analog to digital – Bosch implements networked public address and voice ala ...

Grasbrunn, Germany – With 31.6 million passengers in 2022 and 210 destinations in 63 different countries, Munich Airport is one of Europe’s most important air traffic hubs and has just been named “Best Airport in Central Europe” by Skytrax. Since the airport opened in 1992, Bosch Building Technologies has been an established project partner, with an on-site support team looking after the fire and intruder detection technology, video cameras, and door control system. The analog public address and voice alarm system in Terminal 1 has now been replaced by a wholly IP-based Praesensa system.The world’s largest Praesensa multi-subnet system The installation is based on a large-scale and powerful networking concept with multiple subnets – the biggest Praesensa multi-subnet system anywhere in the world to date. The maximum configuration level enables up to 3,000 Praesensa system components and 10,000 audio zones to be managed centrally. The new solution is therefore ideally equipped for future expansions. The Praesensa multi-subnet system includes a redundancy concept that ensures uninterrupted operation in the event of an equipment failure. “We wanted reliable connectivity with good redundancy and a flexible, future-proof solution for Munich Airport. Another ideal feature was the problem-free integration of our 14,000 existing speakers into the new solution. The overall package won us over,” says Michael Huck, project engineer for safety and security systems at Flughafen München GmbH. User-friendly operation and improved audio quality The DIN EN 54-certified solution is used for passenger announcements, locating people, emergency alerts and general announcements in Terminal 1. The integration into the airport’s existing management system means the terminal service team and the fire department can pass on information to passengers and staff in a quick, targeted way with improved audio quality. Pre-recorded announcements in 18 languages will be possible in the future. In the event of an alarm being activated, the fire department can use an additional display panel on a 40-inch touchscreen monitor to easily control individual sections of the building and take measures such as a phased evacuation. Cost savings and efficiency in ongoing operations Besides undertaking the planning work, the Bosch experts also installed the new solution. The Praesensa systems for the terminal’s 23 tech rooms and its parking garages are installed in over 80 19-inch racks and connected to the existing speakers. Unlike traditional multichannel power amplifiers with a fixed maximum output per channel, the amplifiers in the Praesensa systems offer intelligent, flexible load distribution to all amplifier channels, along with reduced power consumption in standby mode. This often results in less amplifiers being required in many installations and savings of up to 50 percent can be achieved when it comes to space, power, and emergency power supply capacity. The system operation is quick and flexible via a web interface. Flexible adaptation to future requirements The full IP connectivity of all components means the new solution in Terminal 1, which is also maintained by the Bosch team on site, can easily be scaled and adapted to future requirements. “When you make an investment, it’s important for the technology to grow along with it, without previous investments going to waste. That is particularly true of an airport, because it’s in a constant state of flux,” adds Huck.

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Modern and digital access management

20.06.2023

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Modern and digital access management

Grasbrunn, Germany – Thanks to Mobile Access, the new solution from Bosch, access to buildings and restricted areas can now be managed without additional identification media such as plastic cards. Mobile Access is fully integrated into the tried-and-tested Access Management System from Bosch and offers numerous benefits in terms of efficiency, security, and convenience for building owners, employees, and visitors.Both efficient and user-friendly A few clicks are all it takes for authorized individuals, such as Facility Management or IT staff, to configure and create access authorizations in their local Access Management System. Visitor and employee data can then be managed with ease using an intuitive, browser-based interface. For example, authorization credentials can be sent remotely and easily as a link or a QR code to an app on the end users’ mobile devices and can then be deleted again as necessary. “Most people always carry their smartphones with them everywhere they go. Storing authorization credentials on mobile devices has several advantages,” explains Gregor Schlechtriem, Senior Vice President at Bosch Building Technologies, adding: “You provide both employees and visitors with a modern, easy-to-use, and sustainable solution that means they don’t have to resort to additional forms of identification like plastic cards. Using the appropriate settings, they don’t even have to take their smartphone out of their pocket. The app can run in the background once started, so the smartphone’s home screen doesn’t have to be unlocked to open doors.” This solution also enhances accessibility, and is a major advantage for wheelchair users, for example, who are often unable to reach card reader machines. A state-of-the-art and secure solution Mobile Access leverages the Bosch Group’s many years of experience with products and systems in the field of security, safety, and communications. The new solution modernizes access control without compromising on high security standards. Mobile Access uses forgery-proof certificates to transmit authorization credentials via BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) between the smartphone and the reader and employs the encrypted OSDP protocol between the reader and controller. The solution also supports two-factor authentication that can be configured on the readers. Visitors and employees are then prompted to unlock their smartphone to gain access, for instance by using their Face ID. This makes it especially easy to comply with strict data protection laws, because sensitive personal data does not have to be stored on local systems. That means building operators also benefit from secure and cost-effective two-factor authentication. Additionally, no user registration is needed to use the app, meaning no personal data is stored there for this purpose either. Integrated feature Bosch Mobile Access combines efficiency, security, and convenience with a robust and flexible core. The new feature is fully integrated into the Bosch access management solution. Access management systems from Bosch thus combine reliable and robust hardware components, such as the Bosch Access Modular Controller (AMC2), with digital and browser-based services for managing authorizations for visitors and employees. The user interfaces are intuitive and can also be used to manage mobile authorization credentials and authorizations. The Bosch access management software offers multiple features that streamline manual processes, such as setting up time patterns and automated authorization changes, thereby making access and visitor management efficient and flexible. The solution can be operated on an entirely local basis, meaning there is no need to use a cloud platform to manage personal data. By avoiding a cloud platform, organizations can save on the associated fees they would otherwise have to pay, usually in the form of a monthly subscription. Bosch Mobile Access is compatible with software AMS 5.0.1 or BIS-ACE 5.0.1 and higher, as well as LECTUS select premium readers equipped with BLE. The smartphone app that enables end users to store the mobile authorization credentials on their smartphones is free and runs on both iOS and Android. Mobile Access from Bosch will initially be available to customers in the Benelux region, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as well as Canada and the USA, with more countries to follow in the course of the year.

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