Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later, which rarely helps in recovering stolen goods or feeling safe. scOS is a proactive intelligence system. At its core is MotionX, a revolutionary detection engine that focuses on 'important activity' rather than just movement. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw complex motion masks to avoid false alarms from swaying trees or spiders, MotionX works out of the box. It ignores environmental noise and focuses exclusively on human and vehicle behaviour. When a threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record; it intervenes. It can trigger external IoT speakers to deliver voice warnings and activate lighting to let the intruder know they have been spotted. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Absolutely. scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic, meaning it can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into a high-level intelligence network. We work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including popular brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes between 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our Intelligence Hub. This hub processes the video feeds locally before escalating critical data to our UK-based cloud for further analysis. This approach allows you to upgrade your security to AI-driven standards without the cost of replacing every camera on your property, provided they meet the necessary technical requirements for a wired connection.

scOS uses a multi-layered approach to stop crime before it happens. The first layer is Presence Simulation, which learns your internal lighting and activity patterns to make your home look occupied even when you are away. If someone does approach, our MotionX technology identifies them as a person immediately, regardless of whether they are wearing a hood or mask. The system then initiates an Active Intervention. This starts with automatic light response to illuminate the intruder, followed by escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. These aren't two-way audio 'doorbell' chats; they are authoritative, AI-driven warnings that let the intruder know they have been spotted. By combining the appearance of a busy home with immediate, escalating consequences for trespassing, scOS makes your property a much less attractive target.

Privacy is a cornerstone of the scOS philosophy. Unlike many security companies that outsource data handling to international servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate response, and only critical events are escalated to our secure UK data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, ensuring that your video footage and personal information remain your property. We never sell your data to third parties. You have complete control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely from anywhere in the world via our app. By keeping our operations, support, and data storage within the UK, we provide a level of security and legal protection that international brands simply cannot match.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at your door, often after they've already pressed it or stolen a parcel. scOS is a comprehensive property-wide intelligence system. While a doorbell only covers a tiny fraction of your home, scOS monitors your entire property boundary. It uses AI to detect threats the moment they step onto your land, not just when they reach the front door. Furthermore, doorbells rely on you being available to answer a notification to act as a deterrent. scOS is autonomous; it detects, identifies, and deters intruders using lights and voice warnings without you needing to lift a finger. It’s the difference between a doorbell and a professional security team, providing a proactive shield that stops crime before it reaches your entrance.

As Houghton Conquest grows with new housing developments, the risk of opportunistic crime can increase. scOS is ideal for new builds because it offers a professional, wired installation that is far more reliable than the wireless systems often bundled with new homes. Our engineers can discreetly wire your property in a single day, ensuring that your security is 'hardened' against WiFi jammers—a common tool used by modern burglars. By installing scOS early, you establish a proactive defence that protects your new investment from the moment you move in, using AI to monitor your boundaries and deter intruders before they can cause damage.

Bedfordshire Police have a wide area to cover, and village response times can vary. scOS provides an immediate, autonomous 'first response' that doesn't wait for a patrol car. The system's escalating deterrents—including instant lighting and authoritative voice warnings—are designed to stop a crime in progress. In many cases, the intruder is driven away before they even attempt to enter the property. This immediate action provides a vital safety net for Houghton Conquest residents, ensuring that your home is actively defended 24/7, regardless of police availability.

Houghton Conquest's location near the A6 makes it accessible for criminals travelling between Bedford and Luton. scOS uses DVLA Vehicle Recognition to monitor all vehicles approaching your property. Our AI checks registrations against the national database and can flag suspicious or cloned plates instantly. This is a powerful tool for identifying 'scouting' vehicles that may be monitoring the village for high-value targets. By combining vehicle recognition with our MotionX person detection, scOS provides a comprehensive shield that monitors both who is driving past and who is stepping onto your land.