Integration

One of the most highly touted concepts in the security industry is that of integrating dissimilar security systems. By integrating systems, what was once a random series of events stored on Digital CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Fire Protection and other systems can now become a coordinated, logical pattern of data elements that can provide a clearer picture of events.

FocusMicro security consultants can examine a company's embedded or planned systems and databases, evaluating the benefits of integrating the systems with FocusMicro equipment. As in many synergistic relationships, the benefits of integrating systems are typically far in excess of the sum of the benefits of each individual system.

Integration can also involve non-security related systems such as point-of-sale, HVAC, lighting and industrial controls. When integrated with state-of-the-art security systems, these systems can not only have their operations monitored, they can also be controlled as part of an integrated network of systems from either the local site or from a remotely administered location.

As effective as integration can be, it is not always a solution that can or should be applied to all systems and installations. FocusMicro security consultants will look heavily to the customer's Security Criteria to determine what the company's goals and objectives are, what the desired capabilities of the security organization are and what depth of resources will be directed at security measures.

FocusMicro security consultants are committed to providing the best solutions to our customers. Part of that commitment involves helping customers understand the benefits as well as the limitations of integrated security systems. Our goal is to insure that customers make informed, knowledgeable decisions about their security systems; understanding that the best solutions are not always the most expensive solutions. We want our customers to have a clear rationale for their security decisions and not just leap at the most complex or comprehensive solution. FocusMicro consultants are sensitive to the security industry's tendency to over-engineer solutions.

Integrated security solutions can not only yield a wealth of information, they can also provide security organizations with an unprecedented level of control. However, the more comprehensive a solution becomes, so are the requirements for administrating and controlling that solution. FocusMicro is committed to providing the best solutions for our customers that match their organization's capabilities. FocusMicro: we protect your bottom line.