scOS is a proactive intelligence system, whereas traditional CCTV is a passive recording device. Most systems in Banks simply record footage for you to review after a crime has occurred. scOS uses MotionX technology to detect 'important activity'—like a person approaching your home—while ignoring distractions like wind, rain, or animals. It doesn't require you to set up complex 'motion masks' because the AI automatically understands your property boundaries. Most importantly, scOS intervenes. If a threat is detected, it uses external IoT speakers and lighting to deliver an escalating response, deterring intruders before they can even attempt a break-in. It’s the difference between watching a crime and stopping one.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with most professional wired IP cameras, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, and Reolink. If your Banks home already has a wired camera system, our Intelligence Hub can likely integrate with it, instantly upgrading your 'dumb' cameras with our advanced AI capabilities. During our professional UK installation, our engineers will assess your current hardware to ensure compatibility. This allows you to benefit from MotionX detection, presence simulation, and proactive deterrents without the need for a costly and time-consuming replacement of your entire camera network.

scOS uses a three-layered deterrent strategy to keep your home safe. First, 'Presence Simulation' mimics your natural activity patterns inside your Banks home when you're away, making it appear occupied. Second, our MotionX AI identifies suspicious behaviour the moment someone enters your property, even if they are trying to hide their face or wearing a hood. Third is 'Active Intervention.' If a threat is confirmed, the system triggers bright external lights and authoritative voice warnings via external IoT speakers. This immediate, intelligent response tells the intruder they have been spotted by an active system, which is a powerful psychological deterrent that usually causes them to flee immediately.

Your privacy is paramount. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres in full compliance with GDPR. We use a hybrid processing model: our Intelligence Hub handles the initial AI analysis locally at your Banks property for maximum speed and privacy. Only when necessary is data escalated to our secure UK cloud for further analysis or remote access. We never sell your data to third parties. You have complete control over your 24/7 recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely from your smartphone or tablet anywhere in the world.

A video doorbell only monitors your front door and is often easily bypassed. scOS provides comprehensive, 360-degree protection for your entire Banks property. While a doorbell might show you a package being taken, scOS is designed to prevent the thief from ever getting near your home. It uses advanced AI like MotionX to eliminate false alarms and features like DVLA vehicle recognition to track suspicious cars. With scOS, you aren't just getting a notification that someone is at the door; you're getting a proactive system that secures your drive, gardens, and side entrances, stopping crime before it happens.

Banks is situated in a unique agricultural landscape with large, open perimeters. scOS is ideal for these properties because our AI property boundary detection automatically understands the extent of your land, even without physical fences or walls. The system can monitor large driveways and open gardens simultaneously, providing a unified security perimeter. Our MotionX technology is also specifically designed to ignore the movement of crops or debris in the wind, ensuring you only get alerted to genuine human threats on your property.

The coastal location of Banks means your security system needs to withstand high winds and salt air. scOS uses high-quality, weather-resistant wired cameras and IoT speakers that are specifically chosen for their durability. Because we use wired connections rather than Wi-Fi, the system remains stable and reliable even during the most severe Lancashire storms. This ensures your home is protected 24/7, regardless of the weather, providing a level of reliability that wireless consumer-grade systems simply cannot match.

While Banks is a safe village, its proximity to Southport and major roads can make it a target for opportunistic thieves. scOS ensures your home is not a 'soft target.' By providing a visible and intelligent deterrent, you are protecting your family and your investment. It’s about maintaining the safety of the community by ensuring your property is proactively defended, preventing crime before it can even start. It’s the ultimate peace of mind for residents who value their safety and privacy in this unique rural setting.