BluSKY Platform and Architecture Index

Datasheets & Overviews:

BluSKY Platform
High‑level overview of BluSKY as a cloud security platform with an open API (REST/SOAP/JS), service‑oriented architecture, and publish‑subscribe model that connects to “everything.” Great starting point for platform positioning and core capabilities.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY™ Overview
Summarizes the cloud value proposition (Microsoft data centers, high availability, no local servers to manage) and the unified web interface that works on any device. Useful when explaining why BluSKY is cloud‑first.
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BluSKY Dashboard
“Single pane of glass” for mixing BluSKY modules, external web apps, and RSS—completely browser‑based with layout templates and full module filtering. Ideal for SOC layouts and command centers.
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BluSKY SOC
A curated SOC experience that unifies access, video, elevators, analytics, system health, and more into a modern, streamlined operating picture. Helpful for executive and operations audiences.
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BluSKY Data Lake
Explains how BluSKY aggregates structured and unstructured data (video, images, documents, analytics) into a searchable, learning repository to power AI and building intelligence.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SimEYES — Elevator Simulation & Analysis for BluSKY
Design and validate elevator + security workflows in software. Model traffic, evaluate dispatch strategies, and train policies without waiting for hardware.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Architecture & Diagrams: 

BluSKY Architecture (Hub Page)
Entry point to all architecture topics—multi‑tenant database model, all‑in‑one architecture, and per‑module architecture diagrams (access, alarms, video, visitors, elevators, intercom, wireless locks).
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Software Architecture
Technical stack summary (SQL Server OLTP/SSRS/SSAS, ASP.NET MVC/Identity, HTML5/Bootstrap/jQuery/SignalR, with ReactJS experiments). Useful for IT and developer audiences.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Cross‑System, Multi‑Site, Multi‑Tenant Architecture
Details BluSKY’s database hierarchy (Integrator → Customer → System → Facility → Occupant → People/Devices) and how delegation + scope enable DIY and managed operations at scale.
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Access Control Architecture
Diagrammatic view of how controllers, readers, and cloud services come together in BluSKY’s access ecosystem.
BluINFO Link (A&E context) and Architecture Link. (BluINFO)

Alarm & Intrusion Architecture
How intrusion and alarms unify under BluSKY for monitoring, response, and reporting across facilities.
Architecture Link.

Video Management Integration Architecture
Cloud‑unified video with local recording (NVR) + direct‑to‑cloud access, event association, and broad VMS interoperability.
Architecture Link.

Visitor & Vendor Management Architecture
Visitor and contractor flows integrated with access, watchlists, and elevators—architectural view for planning deployments.
Architecture Link.

Destination Dispatch Elevator (DDE) Integration Architecture
How BluSKY integrates with major DDE providers and ties identity to vertical transport.
Architecture Link.

Relay Elevator Control Architecture
Blueprint for relay‑based lift control when full DDE integration isn’t used.
Architecture Link.

Intercom Architecture
Intercom integrated across access, video, and visitors within BluSKY’s cloud framework.
Architecture Link.

Integrated Lockset Architectures (Allegion / ASSA ABLOY)
Reference topologies for wireless locks within BluSKY’s unified platform.
Allegion • ASSA ABLOY.

Why Cloud vs. On‑Premises Client‑Server
Slide deck articulating business, operational, and strategic benefits of cloud architectures over legacy client‑server.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Tenancy, Roles & Permissions:

Role Scope
Defines where a role applies (Global Company, Integrator, Customer, Occupant, Vendor, System, System Group) and clarifies multi‑tenant boundaries.
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BluSKY Permissions
Explains the what in role design (View/Add/Edit/Delete) across hardware setup, personnel, visitors, access control, video, alarms, reporting, and admin—includes least‑privilege guidance.
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Administration (Overview)
Admin landing page for people, roles, schedules, vendors, delegation, and notifications—permissions determine visibility/action.
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Occupancy Administrator — Quick Start
For tenant‑level admins who manage their own personnel, visitor flows, and reports within a shared building system.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Tenant Administrator Quick Guide (PDF)
Practical checklist for tenant admins—people, roles, access, analytics—focused on partitioned operations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Unified Credentialing in Multi‑Tenant Environments (Blog)
Business‑level explainer for single credential across base building + tenant spaces, reducing friction and risk.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Database Integration for Multi‑Tenant Buildings (Blog)
Why BluSKY’s SCIM/API/Hybrid/CSV options plus SSO and single‑credential strategy fit multi‑tenant CRE operations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Core Modules (Platform Level):

Access Control (Datasheet)
Unified, multi‑site access with individual/group assignments, time schedules, and real‑time event/video association.
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Alarm Management & Intrusion Detection
Centralizes alarm response across the enterprise with consistent workflows and panel integrations.
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Video Management System (VMS) Integration
Unifies local NVR recording with cloud access, events, and analytics—supports Milestone, Avigilon, Exacq, Salient.
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Visitor & Vendor Management
Cloud‑native visitor/contractor workflows (invite → vetting → check‑in → policy/access → audit), built for multi‑tenant buildings.
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Destination Dispatch Elevator (DDE)
Direct integrations with major DDE providers; ties identity and policy to assignments for secure, efficient journeys.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Power Management
Remote diagnostics, notifications, and rule‑based reactions for system power events; reduces truck rolls and downtime.
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VPN & Network Monitoring
Browser‑based remote management of networked devices without opening firewalls; foundation for on‑prem integrations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Space Management
Create, allocate, and reserve spaces with interactive floor plans and analytics—ties into occupancy and system data.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

On‑Prem vs. Cloud Components (Local Servers & LVSM): 

Local Servers & Software (Overview)
What runs locally (e.g., video/DDE/PR/VPN roles) vs. cloud, and how roles map to required applications/databases.
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Locally Installed Software & Function
The Local Server Manager auto‑discovers needed components from the cloud, pulls and installs them (third‑party apps excluded). Guidance on where services can run.
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Local Server Roles
Assign one or more roles (e.g., KONE DDE server, LSP monitor) per server; roles define all local apps/DB objects and auto‑upgrade over time.
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Local Server List & Configuration
Define the server in BluSKY, install the Local Server Manager, assign roles; auto‑downloads the proper software when online.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LVSM Installation, Configuration & Debugging (Quick Start)
End‑to‑end LVSM setup—from NVR to Recorder in BluSKY—plus verification of local vs. cloud streaming and troubleshooting Site Manager startup.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Milestone Video Configuration — Best Practices
Practical Milestone setup tips that align credentials/config with LVSM Site Manager for seamless operation.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Recorder (Setup)
Recorder object and settings in BluSKY; notes that VPN/Power Management are required when deploying VMS, DDE, or Person Readers.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Cloud Hosting Note (Training)
Training modules emphasize Azure‑hosted BluSKY (security, backups, DR) vs. local servers—useful for IT stakeholders.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Video Overview (Event/Data Path):

Overview slide deck covering D2C architecture, cloud camera config, diagnostics/VPN, and integrated event presentation.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

VMS Integration (PDF)
One‑pager describing supported VMS and how BluSKY unifies video across access, alarms, visitors, intercom, and biometrics.
BluINFO Link (PDF). (BluINFO)

PACS A&E Spec (Cloud HSMS)
Architectural criteria for a cloud‑hosted security management system connected to intelligent controllers/readers over IP.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SIEM/API Entitlements (Pricing)
SKU references for API transactions, SSO, and SIEM via service‑bus messages—useful when scoping integrations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release: Data Lake “Champlain” (Feb 2024)
Introduces data lake ingestion, AI search, and knowledge vectors for efficient retrieval—baseline for analytics pipelines.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release: LVSM Snapshots (May 2024)
Adds snapshot capability for Avigilon/Exacq NVRs in LVSM—useful for event capture/analysis.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release: SIEM Integration (2021)
Notes SIEM integration introduction alongside other platform updates (reports, video, maps).
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Training & Technical Setup:

Configure a System in BluSKY
Step‑by‑step lesson for creating a System—the foundation of any deployment.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Connect a Controller to BluSKY
Procedure for onboarding Mercury intelligent controllers so they can communicate with BluSKY.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

EP & LP Series Controllers (Catalog)
Capabilities of supported Mercury controllers; emphasizes their role in real‑time access decisions and BluSKY connectivity.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Controller Hardware Configuration
Quick reference for controller/SIO setup—links to detailed OEM resources.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

System (Setup) & Power Modules/Diagnostics
System setup hub plus how to create/manage power modules and remotely control outputs for diagnostics.
System • Create Power Module • Power Diagnostics. (BluINFO)

Commands (System → Mercury Command)
Defines command objects to drive relays and control behavior at the edge.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Solutions & Use Cases (Architecture‑Relevant): 

BluSKY Solutions for Commercial Real Estate
Open hardware + RESTful API posture; multi‑tenant control, partitioning, audits, and cybersecurity in CRE environments.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Solutions for Technology
Shows API‑driven automation (e.g., HR‑to‑security sync) and elimination of double data entry.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY for Commercial Tenants
Partitioned operations for tenants with unified security and database integration across base building + suites.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Solutions for Family Office / Multi‑Family / Ports
Highlights multi‑tenant control/administration, unified security, and cloud resilience across verticals.
Family Office • Multi‑Family • Ports. (BluINFO)

Blogs, Presentations & Thought Leadership: 

Ranked List of BluSKY Features for CRE (v2/v4)
Narrative of platform strengths (tenant DIY admin, multi‑tenant DB, SCIM/SSO/API/SIEM integrations) with screenshots and AI notes.
v2 • v4. (BluINFO)

From Data Lake to Decision: How BluSKY Elevators Think
Explains unified elevator + security data in the cloud data lake and how AI drives decisions.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Evolution & Significance of Data Lakes (White Paper/Blog)
Context for data lake strategy in physical security, contrasted with traditional storage approaches.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Building Oracle 2025
Vision piece for natural‑language building intelligence on top of BluSKY + Data Lake.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Licensing & Release Notes:

BluSKY Licensing — Simple, Customer‑Friendly Guide
Describes usage‑based/cloud subscription model and how licenses align to features/devices.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

MSRP Pricing (API/SSO/SIEM SKUs)
SKU table includes API transaction metering, SSO per‑user, and SIEM per‑event via service bus messages.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Software Updates — Highlights
Key platform updates including SIEM integration (2021), Data Lake “Champlain” (Feb 2024), and LVSM snapshot features (May 2024).
2021 • Feb 2024 • May 2024‑2. (BluINFO)

Helpful Admin & Tenant Resources: 

BluSKY Login Process — Features & Functions
Walkthrough of logging in via web/mobile plus 2FA and appearance recognition options.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Reporting & Analytics Guide for Tenants (PDF)
How tenants access and customize reports/analytics for visitor, elevator, and security functions.
BluINFO Link (PDF). (BluINFO)

Best Practices for Removing People from BluSKY
Tips for occupancy‑wide or individual removals while preserving clean, compliant data.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Notes & Scope Coverage:

This index focuses on BluSKY Platform & Architecture across: cloud architecture (Azure‑hosted model), modules (Access, Alarms, Video, Visitors, DDE, Power, VPN, Space, Dashboard/SOC), tenancy (multi‑site/multi‑tenant hierarchy, delegation), roles/permissions (role scope and permission matrix), data flows (API/SCIM/SIEM, event distribution, data lake), and on‑prem vs. cloud components (Local Server roles, LVSM, Recorder/NVR). Where appropriate, we included A&E specs, training/how‑to links, and release notes to round out architecture‑level planning.

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