Traditional CCTV is a passive system; it records footage for you to review after a crime has happened. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that actively works to prevent crime at your Chartham home. The core difference is our MotionX technology, which focuses on 'important activity' rather than just motion. This means scOS ignores distractions like swaying trees by the Great Stour or local wildlife, and instead identifies human behaviour. It doesn't require manual 'zones'; the AI automatically understands your property boundaries. When a threat is detected, scOS intervenes with escalating responses like voice warnings and lighting to stop intruders before they reach your home.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic. We can take your existing wired IP cameras—from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, or Reolink—and upgrade them with our advanced AI. During our professional installation in Chartham, which typically takes 4-6 hours, we integrate your current hardware with our Intelligence Hub. This transforms your passive cameras into an active security network, giving you access to features like DVLA vehicle recognition and scOS Director without the need for a full system replacement. It’s a smart way to get professional-grade security using your existing infrastructure.

scOS uses a three-layered deterrent strategy to keep your Chartham home safe. First is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to mimic your daily routines, making it look like someone is home even when you're out. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious individuals even if they are wearing masks or hoods. Finally, if an intruder enters your property, scOS triggers Active Intervention. This involves external IoT speakers delivering clear voice warnings and security lights illuminating the area. This immediate, escalating response is designed to deter criminals at the boundary, long before they can attempt a break-in.

We take data privacy very seriously. scOS is 100% UK-based, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres. We use a hybrid processing model where our Intelligence Hub handles most of the work locally on your property for maximum privacy and speed, only using our secure UK cloud for advanced features and remote access. We are fully GDPR compliant, and your data belongs solely to you. You can access your 24/7 recordings from anywhere, knowing your Chartham home's data is protected by the highest UK security standards.

A video doorbell only monitors your front door and often only triggers when someone is already there. scOS provides 360-degree intelligence for your entire Chartham property. It detects threats at the edge of your boundary, giving the system time to deter the intruder before they ever reach your door. With professional-grade features like DVLA vehicle recognition to track suspicious cars and AI that can distinguish between family and strangers, scOS offers a level of protection that a simple doorbell cannot match.

Chartham’s proximity to Canterbury and its local railway station makes it a popular spot for commuters. scOS is ideal for those who are away from home during the day. Our Presence Simulation feature ensures your home looks active while you're at work, and our scOS Director allows you to ask natural questions about your property's status from your phone. You can check if a delivery arrived or if anyone has been on your driveway, providing total peace of mind while you're away.

Kent Police are dedicated, but they cannot be everywhere. scOS acts as your home's personal security guard, providing immediate intervention that can stop a crime in its tracks. By deterring intruders at the boundary, scOS often prevents the need for police involvement. If an incident does occur, our system provides high-definition, 24/7 recorded evidence that is invaluable for Kent Police investigations, including clear person recognition and vehicle data.

Many Chartham properties are located near the River Great Stour or have large, lush gardens. Traditional security systems often struggle with the movement of water and vegetation, leading to constant false alarms. scOS's MotionX technology is specifically designed to ignore these natural movements, focusing only on 'important activity' like human presence. This means you get reliable security without the annoyance of false notifications, even in the most picturesque riverside settings.