Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records your home being burgled so you can watch the footage later. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that uses our proprietary MotionX technology to identify 'important activity' the moment it happens. Unlike standard systems that rely on crude motion masks and trigger for every passing cat or swaying branch, MotionX understands the difference between a person and a shadow. It doesn't just record; it intervenes. By detecting a threat at the property boundary, scOS can trigger lights and voice deterrents to stop a crime before it ever begins, turning your cameras from simple witnesses into active digital guards.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent security network. We work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our Intelligence Hub. This local hub processes the video feed using our AI, upgrading your existing setup with features like MotionX detection, DVLA vehicle recognition, and proactive voice deterrents without needing 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 at your property boundary, even if an intruder is masked or crawling. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system initiates an Active Intervention. This isn't just a notification on your phone; the system automatically illuminates the area and delivers escalating voice warnings through external IoT speakers. This immediate, autonomous response usually forces a retreat before any damage is done.

Privacy is a core pillar of the scOS philosophy. Unlike many competitors who ship data overseas, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your video data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate action and then securely backed up to our UK-based data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, meaning your data remains yours and is never sold or shared with third parties. You have total control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible only by you through our secure app. By keeping the intelligence local and the storage within the UK, we ensure the highest levels of data sovereignty.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at your front door, often after they've already pressed the button or attempted a break-in. scOS provides whole-property intelligence. While a doorbell has a limited field of view, scOS monitors your entire boundary, detecting intruders the moment they step onto your land. Because we use MotionX technology, we can spot a person lurking in the shadows of your garden or checking side gates—areas a doorbell simply cannot see. scOS is designed to stop the crime from happening, whereas a doorbell primarily records the person who is already there.

Barnack is known for its beautiful stone cottages and historic character. We understand that residents want high-level security without compromising the village's aesthetic. Our professional UK installation team specialises in discreet, wired setups. We can often use existing entry points for cabling and select camera hardware that blends into the stonework. Because scOS is brand-agnostic, we have the flexibility to choose the most unobtrusive equipment while still providing the full power of our AI intelligence.

Barnack's proximity to Stamford and the A1 makes it accessible to transient criminals. scOS uses DVLA Vehicle Recognition to monitor cars entering your driveway or the immediate vicinity. The system checks registrations against the national database in real-time. If a vehicle with cloned plates or a known suspicious history is detected, scOS can alert you immediately and even trigger a voice deterrent to let the occupants know they've been identified. This is a powerful tool for preventing vehicle theft and 'casing' in the village.

Cambridgeshire Constabulary data shows that even in lower-crime villages like Barnack, property crime remains a risk. scOS ensures you don't become a target by using Presence Simulation. This AI-driven feature learns your daily routines—when you turn lights on, which rooms you use—and replicates these patterns when you're away. To anyone watching from the street, it looks like the house is occupied, which is the single most effective way to deter burglars from choosing your home in the first place.