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Data Collection
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Data collection is a powerful part of Orchestra stack responsible for collecting and displaying data in a business-oriented fashion to support decision-making.


Here's what you can expect:

**Unmatched Sensor Flexibility:**
    - Data Collection breaks free from limitations. Now, you can utilize any sensor on the market that supports MQTT, opening a world of possibilities for your data collection needs.


**Effortless Configuration:**
    - Connecting your sensors to Orchestra is a breeze. Our user-friendly Command Line Interface (CLI) plugin guides you through the MQTT configuration process, ensuring a smooth and efficient setup.

**Actionable Insights at a Glance:**
    - Data Collection goes beyond data collection. Visualize the data that matters most with customizable dashboards. These dashboards display real-time sensor readings in context, providing a clear picture of your operations.

**Organize Your Data:**
    - Group your sensors into "Assets" that represent real-world objects, rooms, or equipment. This lets you see all the data related to a specific object on a single dashboard, offering a more comprehensive view of its performance or environment.

**Unwavering Security:**
    - We prioritize the security of your data at every step. Data Collection adheres to our rigorous zero-trust principles, ensuring all data transmissions are encrypted and access is strictly controlled. With least privilege access and continuous monitoring, you can be confident your data is safe.

Here's what Data Collection means for you:

**Reduced Costs:**
    - Integrate affordable, off-the-shelf sensors with Orchestra, saving you money without sacrificing functionality.

**Effortless Scalability:**
    - As your needs evolve, simply add new sensors with ease. Data Collection is built to grow with you and your data demands.

**Faster Time to Insights:**
    - Spend less time wrestling with configurations and more time turning valuable sensor data into actionable insights.

**Informed Decisions:**
    - Gain a clear, real-time picture of your operations through custom dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making for improved efficiency and performance.







**Table of Contents**

.. toctree::
   :maxdepth: 1

   dc-concepts.rst
   dc-asset-statistics-dashboard.rst
   dc-floor-plan.rst
   router-and-sim-card-dashboard.rst
   dc-api-docs.rst
   dc-getting-started.rst
   add-sensors-setup-dashboard.rst
   example-onboarding.rst