Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later. scOS is an active participant. Our system uses MotionX technology, which doesn't just look for movement—it understands activity. Unlike standard systems that trigger for every spider web or swaying branch, MotionX ignores the noise and focuses on 'important activity,' such as a person approaching your property. Because it understands the difference between a family member and a potential threat based on behaviour, it offers zero false alarms. Most importantly, scOS doesn't just watch; it intervenes. By detecting a threat at the boundary, it can trigger lights and voice deterrents to stop an intruder before they ever reach your door, transforming your security from a recording device into a proactive digital guard.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand agnostic. If you already have a wired IP camera system—such as Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti—we can usually transform those 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent scOS-powered network. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing hardware. We bypass the limitations of your old recorder by connecting your cameras to our Intelligence Hub. This hub processes the video feed locally before escalating important events to the cloud for AI analysis. This means you don't need to rip out your existing infrastructure to benefit from world-class AI monitoring and proactive protection.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation: the system learns your home's normal activity patterns and simulates them when you're away, making the house appear occupied to anyone watching from the street. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour at your property boundary—even if the person is wearing a mask or trying to hide their figure. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system initiates an Active Intervention. This isn't just a beep; it’s an escalating response where external IoT speakers deliver AI-generated voice warnings and lights illuminate the area. By confronting the intruder at the boundary, scOS removes the element of surprise and anonymity that criminals rely on.

Privacy is at the core of scOS. Unlike many competitors who ship data overseas, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate response and then securely escalated to our UK-based data centres for cloud processing and storage. We are fully GDPR compliant, meaning your data stays yours and is never sold or shared with third parties. You have total control over your footage, which is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks. This hybrid approach ensures that your home intelligence is both lightning-fast and incredibly secure, providing you with peace of mind that your private life remains private.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at the door, often after they've already pressed it or triggered a PIR sensor. scOS is a comprehensive property 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 long before they reach the door, using escalating deterrents to stop them in their tracks. Furthermore, doorbells are often wireless and prone to signal jamming; scOS prefers wired connections for maximum reliability. Essentially, a doorbell records the crime; scOS is designed to prevent the crime from happening in the first place.

Sandridge’s crime rate is notably higher than many surrounding villages, often due to its proximity to St Albans. Criminals frequently use the village as a target for property crime. scOS provides a much-needed 'hard target' profile for your home. By using MotionX to detect anyone loitering or approaching your boundary and immediately responding with voice deterrents, scOS makes it clear that your property is protected by active AI, encouraging criminals to move on to easier, less intelligent targets.

Yes. Sandridge is popular with visitors to Heartwood Forest, leading to many strangers walking through the village. scOS is designed to handle this. It doesn't use facial recognition, which can be unreliable and invasive. Instead, it uses behaviour-based person recognition. It knows the difference between a family member coming home and a stranger acting suspiciously at your gate. This ensures you aren't alerted by every hiker, but you are immediately notified if someone shows an unusual interest in your property.

Hertfordshire Constabulary does its best, but they cannot be everywhere. scOS acts as your first line of defence. With scOS Director, our conversational AI, you can ask natural questions like 'Was there anyone in the garden last night?' or 'Did a white van pull into the drive today?' This allows you to gather intelligence and provide clear, actionable evidence to the police if an incident occurs in the village, making their job much easier.