Open systems are at the heart of today's communications and networking world.
The builder requires open systems to allow his buildings to operate efficiently, while the university systems designer needs open systems to link buildings across huge campuses - or across the world. Integrating millions of pieces of electronic equipment, across legacy and wide area networks, in a myriad of business situations, is very complex. Members of the alliance know how to leverage LonWorks to maximize the benefits to their customers, whether they're other manufacturers, building owners, plant managers, or individual end-users. OSA integrator members are specially trained and experienced integrators that are skilled in one or more of three major areas. Authorized Network Integrators, have the skills necessary to specify and implement control systems based on the LNS Network Operating System and installed with the LonMaker for Windows Integration Tool.