Most CCTV systems are passive, recording events for you to watch after the damage is done. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that stops crime in its tracks. We use MotionX technology, which is a revolutionary leap over standard motion detection. It ignores false triggers like wind in the trees or pets and focuses only on 'important activity'—recognising humans regardless of their movement or if they are trying to hide. When scOS detects a threat at your Deeping St James property, it doesn't just record; it intervenes with automated voice warnings and lights to deter the intruder immediately.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic. If you already have wired IP cameras from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink, we can usually integrate them into our system. Our professional UK installers will visit your Deeping St James home for a 4-6 hour setup, connecting your existing cameras to our Intelligence Hub. This transforms your current setup into a proactive AI powerhouse. We always recommend wired systems over wireless ones, as they are far more reliable and cannot be disabled by the Wi-Fi jammers often used by modern burglars.

scOS uses three layers of proactive protection. The first is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to mimic your daily habits—turning lights on and off in a natural pattern—to make your home look occupied even when you're away. The second is MotionX, which identifies human threats at your property boundary with zero false alarms. The third is Active Intervention: if someone enters your property, scOS uses external IoT speakers to deliver authoritative voice warnings and switches on lights. This escalating response makes it clear to any intruder that they are being monitored, causing them to flee before a break-in occurs.

Your data security is paramount. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres, fully compliant with GDPR. Unlike many other security companies, we never sell your data. The system uses a combination of local processing on your Intelligence Hub and secure cloud storage. You have 24/7 access to your recordings for up to two weeks via our secure app. This ensures that your personal information and home footage remain private and under your total control.

A video doorbell only covers your front door and only alerts you when someone is already there. scOS provides 360-degree protection for your entire property. It monitors your boundaries, side gates, and gardens, detecting threats long before they reach your door. While a doorbell is a reactive tool, scOS is a proactive deterrent that uses AI to simulate your presence and actively warn off intruders. For residents in Deeping St James, scOS offers a much more robust and comprehensive security solution than a simple doorbell ever could.

Properties backing onto the River Welland face unique security challenges, as the water can provide an unconventional entry point. scOS is perfect for this because our AI automatically detects property boundaries, including those that meet the water. Our MotionX technology is specifically designed to ignore the movement of water, reeds, or river wildlife, ensuring that you only get alerted if a human is attempting to access your garden from the riverbank. This provides focused, reliable protection for your entire perimeter.

Deeping St James is a beautiful, low-crime village, but it's important not to become complacent. Criminals often target quieter areas precisely because they expect lower levels of security. scOS helps maintain the peace of mind you enjoy by providing a 'silent guardian' that only alerts you when something truly unusual happens. Our Activity Pattern Recognition learns what is 'normal' for your home, so you aren't bothered by everyday events, but you are instantly protected if a genuine anomaly is detected.

No. One of the biggest frustrations with traditional security is false alarms caused by animals. scOS’s MotionX technology is revolutionary because it is trained to ignore animals, wind, and shadows. Whether it's a fox from the fens or a neighbour's cat, scOS will recognise it as 'unimportant' and will not trigger an alert or a deterrent response. The system only activates when it identifies human behaviour, ensuring that when you do get a notification, it’s something that actually requires your attention.