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Building Automation Remote Access & OT Security

Insights, guides, and best practices for securing third-party access to building automation systems.

Thought Leadership2026-04-179 min read

Gartner's CPS Secure Remote Access Guide: What It Means for BAS

Gartner now recognizes CPS secure remote access as a distinct category. What building automation professionals need to know about the 2026 Market Guide.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Technical Guide2026-04-139 min read

Why BACnet Needs Layer 2: The Remote Access Problem Nobody Talks About

BACnet uses broadcast discovery that breaks on Layer 3 VPNs. Learn why Layer 2 connectivity is essential for real BACnet remote access.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Use Case2026-04-099 min read

How BAS Integrators Can Offer Remote Access as a Managed Service

Turn remote access into recurring revenue. A guide for BAS integrators to offer managed remote access across client sites with multi-tenant controls.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Technical Guide2026-04-069 min read

Modbus Remote Access: How to Connect Securely to Modbus Devices

A technical guide to secure Modbus remote access for building automation. Protocol-specific security controls, session management, and monitoring.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Comparison2026-04-028 min read

TeamViewer for Building Automation: Why Remote Desktop Falls Short

TeamViewer cannot discover BACnet devices, filter protocols, or limit sessions. Learn why BAS needs network-level access, not screen sharing.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Industry Insight2026-03-309 min read

BAS Cybersecurity Threats in 2026: What Building Owners Must Know

38% of smart buildings have been attacked. A breakdown of the top building automation cybersecurity threats and how to defend against them in 2026.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Comparison2026-03-269 min read

Why VPNs Fail for Building Automation Remote Access

Gartner says VPNs create unacceptable risk for cyber-physical systems. Learn why BAS needs protocol-aware remote access instead of traditional VPNs.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Industry Insight2026-03-2312 min read

IT/OT Network Separation: Why Your BAS Doesn't Belong on Corporate IT

75% of building management systems have known exploited vulnerabilities. Learn why OT network separation is now required by NIST, IEC 62443, and cyber insurers.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit
Technical Guide2026-03-198 min read

BACnet Remote Access: How to Connect Securely to BACnet Controllers

Learn how to set up secure BACnet remote access without persistent VPNs. Protocol-level firewalling, time-limited sessions, and full audit trails.

Hayden Barker|Founder, SiteConduit