Eliona Marketplace - install and configure apps
The Eliona Marketplace is the central point of contact for extending the platform functionalities through apps. This documentation explains the essential steps for using the Marketplace, from app installation to configuration and debugging.
What is the Eliona Marketplace?
The Eliona Marketplace contains official apps provided or verified by Eliona. These apps enable:
Integration of expert systems
Automatic asset creation
Two-way data and alarm synchronization
Extensions such as SSO, escalations, notifications, and much more.
Fundamentals of Elionaapps
The Elionaapps are based on a microservice architecture, in which each app is operated as an independent container. This architecture enables a modular, scalable, and fault-tolerant system environment – both when integrating new functions and in daily operation.
Characteristics of the microservice architecture
Modularity → Each app can be deployed and maintained independently
Fault tolerance → Errors in one app do not affect other apps or the system
Scalability → Multiple app instances possible; ideal for large or distributed systems
Implementation by Eliona or customers
Apps can:
be Elionadeveloped and provided by the team
be implemented independently by customers using the Eliona App SDK be implemented
Role of apps in Eliona
Apps make it possible to connect Eliona to other systems – for example with building technology, sensors, or specialized applications such as access or energy management systems. This connection ensures that data is automatically exchanged between the systems – in both directions. This keeps information in Eliona and in the connected system always up to date.
A major advantage: once an app is set up, it automatically detects new devices or objects and creates them directly in Eliona as so-called assets – entirely without manual intervention. Alarms from external systems can also be integrated via apps. These are displayed in Eliona , can be acknowledged there, and further processed.
In addition to data transmission, many apps offer extra functions, for example:
Sign-in with existing user accounts (SSO)
Notifications and escalations via email, chat, or SMS
Booking of resources such as rooms or workspaces
This makes apps Eliona the central platform for the digital operation of buildings – connected, automated, and flexibly expandable.
Comparison of connection options in Eliona
Eliona offers various ways to connect external systems – depending on complexity, goal, and technical requirements. The most important options are Apps, Connectors and the Script Engine.
Apps
Apps offer the most comprehensive integration. They connect Eliona not only with other systems, but also automatically create matching assets and keep them synchronized. They enable deep integrations – including alarm processing, user login, or booking functions. Many apps are already available in the Eliona Marketplace and can be installed and configured with little effort. However, the development of new apps requires time and technical know-how.
Advantages: – Comprehensive, stable connection – Automatic asset creation – Additional functions such as SSO, escalations, or dashboards
Please note: – The development of new apps is more complex and is usually carried out by Eliona or trained partners
Connectors
Connectors are universal interfaces (e.g. MQTT, Webhook, RESTful, Kafka, OPC UA) that are specifically intended for data exchange. They must be set up individually and implemented technically. They transfer data, but do not offer additional functions or automatic asset creation.
Advantages: – Flexible and quick to use for new systems – Supports many common protocols
Please note: – Configuration and processing must be implemented manually – No automatic synchronization or logic included
Script Engine
The Script Engine allows simple integrations via SQL or Python scripts. This makes it possible to retrieve, process, or forward data from other sources. It is especially suitable for lightweight, individual adaptations.
Advantages: – Quick implementation of simple integrations – Direct access to data and logic
Please note: – Limited for complex requirements – Maintenance and upkeep are the responsibility of the user
Common feature
Regardless of the chosen approach, all connections can be developed and operated both by the Elionateam as well as by customers or partners themselves – depending on technical competence and project requirements.
Examples of Elionaapps
Eliona offers a wide variety of apps that enable specific functions or integrations. These apps can be installed via the Marketplace and take on central tasks in integration, visualization, and automation within the platform.
Integrations into building management systems (BMS)
Apps for connecting existing building management systems enable seamless integration and central control:
Niagara Framework
ABB Building Edge (OpenBOS)
Booking systems
For the management and booking of rooms or resources:
Microsoft Exchange
Single Sign-On (SSO)
For central login with existing user accounts:
SAMLbased systems such as Microsoft Azure
Expert systems
These apps connect Eliona with specialized systems and IoT platforms:
MyStrom, Thingdust, Glutz, Signify
Xovis (People Counter), Kontakt.io, Kentix, Zevvy
ABB free@home, Loriot.io, Roomz, GP Joule, V-Zug
Hailo, CoffeeCloud
Location monitoring
Apps for locating and tracking the movement of people or objects:
Localino
Kontakt.io
Escalation and notification systems
For forwarding alarms and notifications to external channels:
SMS, Google Chat, Slack
Advanced analysis and automation apps
These apps complement Eliona with AI-supported or correlation-based functions:
Correlation App – Detects relationships and interactions between system data
Forecast App – Uses historical data to predict future values
Reinforcement Learning App – Optimizes processes through self-learning algorithms based on feedback
Example of an app: myStrom
The myStrom App is a typical example of a simple but fully integrated Elionaapp. It shows how an external device – in this case a smart plug – can be connected to Eliona .
The connection works as follows:
The myStromThe plug sends its data (e.g. energy consumption, switching status) over the internet.
The myStrom App in Eliona receives this data via an interface and processes it further.
Within Eliona matching Assets are automatically created that visualize the data and enable actions.
The user can monitor the plug from Eliona or even switch it – depending on the configuration.
This app is lightweight, uses simple REST API communication, and exemplifies how the integration of external IoT devices into Eliona can be implemented – without elaborate manual steps.
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