Traditional CCTV is passive—it records footage you review after a crime happens. scOS is intelligent and active. Our MotionX AI monitoring watches your cameras 24/7, instantly recognizing suspicious behavior and alerting you in real-time. But here's the key difference: scOS doesn't just alert you, it intervenes. When a threat is detected, scOS can activate deterrents and initiate response protocols within seconds, stopping crime before it happens. Your old CCTV might catch the burglar's face; scOS prevents them from ever entering.

Yes. scOS works with most wired IP cameras already installed in or around your home. During professional installation, our technicians will assess your existing setup and integrate compatible cameras into the system. If you have older analog cameras or cameras that don't meet our IP standards, we'll advise on which ones to upgrade. This flexibility means you're not buying an entire new camera system—scOS builds on what you already have, making it a cost-effective upgrade to intelligent security.

scOS uses three powerful layers of protection. First, Presence Simulation creates the illusion of occupancy—lights turn on and off naturally, and the system can trigger external sirens and strobes when a threat is detected, making intruders believe someone's home and police are arriving. Second, MotionX AI continuously analyzes camera feeds in real-time, catching suspicious behavior before it escalates. Third, scOS initiates active intervention—alerting you immediately, logging evidence, and triggering response protocols that make your home a harder target than unprotected neighbors. Criminals choose easy targets; scOS makes yours a fortress.

Your data stays secure in UK data centres, fully compliant with GDPR. Video analysis happens both locally on the Intelligence Hub device at your property and in our secure cloud infrastructure, ensuring you get the best of both worlds: fast local processing and powerful cloud-based AI. Your footage is encrypted in transit and at rest, and you control access permissions. We never sell your data, and you can request deletion anytime. Your privacy is paramount.

Video doorbells show you who's at your door—but only when someone's there. scOS protects your entire home 24/7. A doorbell reacts; scOS prevents. While a doorbell lets you see a package being stolen from your porch, scOS detects the threat before they reach your property and deters them with presence simulation and active intervention. scOS also covers your garden, side of house, and back garden—not just the front door. And unlike doorbells that cost £100-300 with limited features, scOS is a comprehensive security system that catches and stops threats before they happen.

scOS requires an active internet connection for AI features like threat detection and intervention to function. If your connection drops, the Intelligence Hub continues to record footage locally on your cameras, so you won't miss events. However, real-time alerts, cloud analysis, and active response features won't work until your connection is restored. We recommend a reliable broadband connection and a backup mobile hotspot for maximum protection. Most Bexley areas have excellent connectivity, so this is rarely an issue.

scOS detects and responds in seconds. When MotionX AI identifies suspicious activity, the system immediately alerts you, logs evidence, and initiates response protocols—activating deterrents, sirens, or strobe lights if configured. There's no waiting for monitoring staff to review footage; the system acts instantly. This rapid response is critical: most burglaries take 60-90 seconds. By responding in seconds, scOS stops criminals before they break in.

Professional installation is available and recommended for most homes. Our technicians will position cameras optimally, integrate with existing infrastructure, and configure the Intelligence Hub for maximum effectiveness. However, if you're tech-confident, self-setup is possible for simpler installations. Professional installation ensures your system is perfectly configured for your property and crime risk—a worthwhile investment. We offer flexible installation options to suit your needs.

Not necessarily. scOS integrates with most existing wired IP cameras. During assessment, we'll identify which cameras work with our system. You may want to upgrade older analog cameras or add cameras to blind spots, but you're not forced to replace everything. This makes scOS an affordable step up from basic CCTV—you're adding intelligence to existing infrastructure, not rebuilding from scratch.

scOS pricing is simple: from 63p per camera per day. The cost depends on the number of cameras protecting your home, not the size of your property. Most Bexley homes use 3-4 cameras, making scOS an affordable alternative to traditional monitoring services or expensive alarm systems. We offer flexible payment options and no long-term contracts. Get a quote based on your specific setup during a free consultation.