Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later, which rarely leads to a conviction. scOS transforms your security into an active participant using our proprietary MotionX technology. Unlike standard systems that rely on 'motion masks' and frequently trigger false alarms from spiders, wind, or shadows, MotionX is trained to recognise 'important activity' only. It understands the difference between a swaying branch and a person attempting to conceal themselves. When a genuine threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record—it intervenes with automatic light responses and voice deterrents to stop the intruder before they reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and works with almost any professional-grade wired IP camera system, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. We don't believe in forcing you to buy new hardware if your existing cameras are high-quality. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current setup. We then connect your cameras to our scOS Intelligence Hub, which provides the local processing power needed to turn 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent, proactive AI system. This allows you to upgrade your home security to the latest AI standards without the cost and waste of a full hardware replacement.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to learn your home's normal activity patterns and replicates them when you're away, making the house appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour—such as someone lingering or covering their face—regardless of how they move. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system triggers an Active Intervention. This includes instant illumination from external lights and escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. By detecting the intruder at the property boundary and responding immediately, scOS removes the element of surprise and forces the criminal to flee before any damage is done.

At scOS, we take a 'privacy by design' approach. We are a 100% UK-based company, meaning all our support, data centres, and operations are right here in Britain. Your data is fully GDPR compliant and remains your property; we never sell or share your footage with third parties. Our system uses a hybrid processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub handles most of the heavy lifting locally on your property for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud when necessary for advanced analysis or remote access. You have full control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely from anywhere in the world via our encrypted app.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool that tells you someone is at your door—often when it's already too late. scOS is a proactive, whole-property intelligence system. While a doorbell only covers a narrow field of view at your entrance, scOS monitors your entire property boundary, including side gates, gardens, and driveways. Our AI detects threats the moment they step onto your land, not just when they press a button. Furthermore, doorbells rely on you being available to answer a notification; scOS acts autonomously to deter intruders using voice and light, even if you're asleep or on holiday. It doesn't just show you a crime; it prevents it from happening.

Ashcott’s position on the A39 means a high volume of traffic passes through the village daily, which can include individuals scouting for easy targets. scOS features DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which is a powerful tool for homes on busy routes. The system automatically logs the registration of any vehicle that enters your driveway and checks it against the national database. If a vehicle with cloned plates or a suspicious history is detected, scOS can alert you immediately or trigger a proactive voice deterrent. This lets potential intruders know they have been identified before they even step out of their car, making your home a much less attractive target.

Avon and Somerset Constabulary cover a large and diverse area, and response times to villages like Ashcott can be affected by the rural geography. scOS provides an autonomous, immediate response that doesn't wait for a human operator. If an intruder is detected, the system uses escalating voice warnings and instant lighting to drive them away. This proactive approach is designed to stop a break-in before it happens, providing you with immediate protection and peace of mind, regardless of how busy the local police force might be. It’s like having a security guard who never sleeps, protecting your home 24/7.

Many Ashcott properties have outbuildings, workshops, or stables that are vulnerable to theft. scOS is designed to protect your entire property, not just the main house. Our AI automatically detects your property boundaries, and our MotionX technology monitors the whole area. If someone approaches an outbuilding at the edge of your land, the system will recognise the suspicious activity and trigger the same escalating deterrents used for the main residence. This ensures your valuable equipment and property are fully protected, providing comprehensive security for the varied property types found in Ashcott.