NetBotz

About NetBotz

NetBotz, now a brand under APC by Schneider Electric, has its origins in the critical need for physical security and environmental monitoring within data center environments. Founded in 2000, the company was established to address the vulnerabilities of IT infrastructure beyond the scope of traditional network security. The initial focus was on providing a comprehensive solution that integrated video surveillance with real-time environmental data.

The company's product line centers on a range of appliances and sensors designed to safeguard IT assets from physical threats. These appliances serve as central hubs, connecting to various sensors that monitor for conditions such as high temperatures, humidity, smoke, and water leaks. Beyond environmental factors, NetBotz integrates security features like surveillance cameras and door contact sensors to detect unauthorized access to server racks and rooms. This dual approach of environmental monitoring and physical security provides a holistic protective layer for critical IT equipment, aiming to prevent downtime and data loss.

NetBotz's business model revolves around the sale of this specialized hardware and accompanying software. Its primary clientele consists of organizations that operate data centers, server rooms, or network closets, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises. The value proposition lies in its ability to provide early warnings and actionable alerts, allowing IT administrators to respond to potential threats before they escalate into costly failures. The system is designed for remote management, enabling personnel to oversee multiple locations from a central dashboard, a critical feature for distributed enterprises.

A significant milestone in the company's history was its acquisition by APC (American Power Conversion) in 2005. This strategic move integrated NetBotz's physical threat monitoring into APC's broader portfolio of power and cooling solutions for data centers. Following Schneider Electric's acquisition of APC in 2007, NetBotz became part of Schneider's comprehensive suite of products for IT and data center infrastructure management, where it continues to operate as a key product line for physical security and environmental monitoring.