What Global Caché does

Global Caché, Inc. is a privately held U.S. hardware manufacturer founded in 2002 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Oregon (relocated from San Jose, California). The company designs and sells IP- and WiFi-enabling connectivity devices that bridge legacy IR, serial, and relay/contact-closure equipment to modern network-based control and automation systems. Its product portfolio comprises four hardware families — Global Connect (a modular, rack-mountable platform in seven chassis sizes), Flex (a tiny WiFi/IP/PoE device with built-in IR learning), iTach (compact WiFi and IP connectivity modules), and GC-100 Network Adapters — supplemented by accessories such as IR learners, blasters, sensors, and Flex Link cables. The company also operates Control Tower, a cloud-based IR code database containing over 285,000+ codes that is offered free to hardware users and partners.

The business operates a multi-channel distribution model: stocking distributors in North America (including ADI, PMC, and Home Controls), international distributors across LATAM, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific covering roughly 35+ countries, a Dealer Direct program, and a VAR/OEM/Strategic Alliance partner program with published unified TCP and RESTful APIs and driver support for Crestron and RTI control platforms. Global Caché serves three primary verticals — Commercial (healthcare, hospitality, conference rooms, worship, construction), Residential (luxury homes, MDUs, yachts, RVs, home theater), and Education (smart classrooms, AV systems, remote learning) — with end customers described as thousands of installers, integrators, and dealers globally. All products are manufactured in the USA and the company is GDPR-compliant.

Revenue is generated through hardware product sales under a Minimum Advertised Pricing (MAP) policy for resellers, with Control Tower offered as a freemium cloud service to drive hardware pull-through. The company holds no disclosed outside funding, has no parent company or subsidiaries, and operates with a small visible leadership team (including a VP of Business Development). A 2015 CEA Mark of Excellence award recognized Control Tower, and a September 2025 VAR partnership with Modern Atomics extends the company's reach into motorized shade power distribution.

Name

Global Caché

Legal name

Global Caché, Inc.

Website

https://globalcache.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Global Caché designs and sells IP and WiFi hardware that bridges legacy IR, serial, and relay devices to network-based control systems, serving thousands of AV installers, integrators, and dealers across commercial, residential, and education markets worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IoT Connectivity Hardware

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Ethernet NICs (Server/Workstation/Desktop) (HDAFAEAA)

Keywords

• Network connectivity hardware
• Smart home automation
• IR control systems
• AV integration products
• IoT bridge devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of IP and WiFi enabling hardware products including Global Connect modular systems, Flex devices, iTach family products, and GC-100 Network Adapters. Products connect IR, serial, and relay devices to networks for control and automation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Global Caché manufactures IP and WiFi enabling hardware products that connect previously unconnected IR, serial, and relay devices to LAN or internet networks for control and automation. The product portfolio includes the Global Connect modular platform (7 chassis sizes), Flex tiny-form-factor WiFi/IP devices, the iTach family of compact network adapters, and GC-100 Network Adapters, complemented by the Control Tower cloud-based IR code database containing over 285,000 codes.

Product overview

Global Caché is a connectivity hardware manufacturer offering products that enable IR, Serial, and Relay/Contact Closure devices to connect to IP and WiFi networks for control and automation. The product portfolio centers on four main product families: Global Connect (a modular, customizable connectivity platform available in 7 chassis sizes with plug-in modules for IR, serial, relay, sensor, and HDMI control), Flex (a tiny footprint device with built-in IR learner and modular cable options for WiFi/IP/PoE connectivity), iTach (compact WiFi and IP-based units with individual connectivity modules), and GC-100 Network Adapters. The company also provides Control Tower, a cloud-based IR database with over 285,000+ codes, along with supporting accessories including IR learners, IR blasters, sensors, receivers, and various conversion cables. All products are designed for commercial, residential, and education markets with open APIs enabling integration with control system platforms like Crestron and RTI.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Control Tower: Cloud-based IR database containing over 285,000+ IR codes. An industry first online IR database that allows users to search and download IR codes for devices. Winner of the 2015 CEA Mark of Excellence award.

Products and services

• Global Connect Modular high-performance family of connectivity products that revolutionizes connecting, commanding, and controlling devices. Supports IR, serial, relay, sensors, and HDMI control with 7 different chassis sizes, rack-mountable options, and multiple plug-in connectivity modules. Designed for commercial, residential, and education market automation integrators.
• Flex Tiny-form-factor device that connects previously unconnected hardware to WiFi or TCP/IP networks for control and automation. Features built-in IR learner, IP/WiFi/PoE connectivity options, modular Flex Link cables, and 3 discreet enclosure options. Designed for installers and integrators building automation systems.
• iTach Family of compact WiFi and IP-based connectivity products connecting almost any electrical device to a network. Available in small-footprint colorful 1-to-1 enclosures with individual connectivity modules for IR, Serial, and Relay/Contact Closure, plus built-in IR learning capability. Designed for automation and control system installers.
• GC-100 Network Adapter Network adapter enabling control and automation of IR, serial, and relay devices over IP networks. Available in multiple models (GC-100-06, GC-100-12/18/18R) for system integrators and automation professionals.
• Control Tower Cloud-based IR code database containing over 285,000+ IR codes for use with Global Caché hardware products. Available to installers and users with daily download limits, plus full API integration access for Strategic, VAR, and OEM partners at no charge when driving Global Caché hardware.
• Flex Link Cables Modular connectivity cables for Flex devices including IR cables, Serial cables, Blaster cables, Relay & Sensor cables, and WiFi Link cables, enabling modular connectivity expansion for automation integrators.
• GC-IRL IR Learner Device for capturing and learning IR commands from remote controls, compatible with iTach and iTach Flex models. Used by installers and integrators to capture and deploy IR codes for automation projects.
• GC-IRE IR Extender IR extender device that works with attached GC-RG1 IR receiver for extending IR control range in commercial and residential automation installations.
• GC-RG1 IR Receiver IR receiver that attaches to GC-IRE for receiving IR signals from remote controls in extended-range automation deployments.
• HDMI 3:1 Switch Module Plug-in module for Global Connect chassis enabling HDMI 3:1 digital switching functionality as part of the modular connectivity platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• 285,000+ IR codes available in the Control Tower database
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Modern AtomicsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 September 2025New VAR (Value Added Reseller) partnership announced September 23, 2025. Modern Atomics integrates their Reaktor intelligent power distribution unit with Global Caché connectivity hardware. Reaktor supports up to 22 window shades from a single device with up to 99.75% reduction in quiescent current draw. This partnership delivers enhanced energy efficiency and smarter shade control integration to system integrators and automation professionals worldwide.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Fibaro: Smart home automation hardware and Z-Wave-based devices. Comparable because Fibaro's smart home hubs and sensors compete in the same installer-driven residential and MDU channels where Global Caché's Flex and iTach products are deployed for legacy device bridging.
• Hubitat: Local-first smart home hub maker with strong enthusiast and installer following. Comparable because Hubitat competes for the same 'bridge unconnected devices' use case (especially IR and legacy devices) using more modern protocols, representing an evolving competitive benchmark.
• HomeSeer: Home automation platform with hardware hubs and extensive device driver library. Comparable because HomeSeer targets the same self-installing and small integrator base that adopts Global Caché hardware for IP-to-IR/serial bridging in custom installations.

Direct peers

• RTI (Remote Technologies Inc.): Specialist in residential and commercial control/automation systems, with a MyDevice RTI Driver explicitly built on Global Caché IP hardware. Closest direct peer in the control-system integrator channel with overlapping installer and OEM relationships.
• URC (Universal Remote Control): Specialist in universal remote and whole-home/building control with a strong dealer network. Comparable because URC's Total Control system relies on similar IP-to-IR/serial bridging hardware and targets overlapping residential and light-commercial integrator customers.
• Broadlink: Manufacturer of WiFi-to-IR universal remote adapters and smart home hubs, primarily in Asia. Closest direct peer in functionality (IP/WiFi-to-IR bridges) and a meaningful competitive threat on price in the consumer/prosumer segment.

Broad incumbents

• Lutron Electronics: Leader in lighting, shade, and control systems for residential and commercial markets. Comparable through Modern Atomics' Reaktor partnership adjacency and overlapping channels; Global Caché enables third-party control of Lutron-adjacent shades and AV devices.
• Crestron Electronics: Leading manufacturer of commercial and residential AV/control systems with global installer channels. Direct comparable because Global Caché hardware is integrated into Crestron ecosystems via certified drivers and is a complementary connectivity layer alongside Crestron's own controllers.
• Control4 (Snap One): Major smart home and commercial automation platform with deep installer network. Comparable because it bundles controllers, drivers, and third-party device integration (including IR/serial bridging) into a unified offering that competes for the same integrator and end-customer spend.
• AMX (Harman): Enterprise-grade AV and control systems vendor owned by Harman/Samsung. Comparable because AMX controllers integrate IR, serial, and relay devices in commercial installations, often using or competing with third-party connectivity hardware like Global Caché.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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