Virtual & Remote Guards

Security guards can’t be everywhere, and physical guards are expensive. That’s why so many businesses and communities turn to AT&I Systems, a 25-year security veteran in the South Florida area and an installer of virtual guards. A high-tech solution to the all-too-common problems associated with human guards, virtual guards automate the process and work at multiple areas at the same time, so there’s no need to worry about a guard sleeping on the job anymore.

The cutting-edge virtual and remote guard systems selected by AT&I experts operate at a fraction of the cost of a physical guard. Our Remote Guard Central Station is a faster, more reliable, and less expensive solution for your security needs. In fact, they have led to such impressive security outcomes that clients ask for our experts by name!

How it Controls Gates and Access-Points

One of the reasons clients rely on AT&I virtual guard installations is that they allow them to do more with less. Our video surveillance systems with Analytic solutions automatically connect to our live guards at our central station when an event occurs. This allows decision makers to greatly extend their oversight and reach when it comes to securing a perimeter. Such events include an unauthorized person entering a restricted area of a commercial building or a pool area at an HOA after hours. Once detected, the system instantly connects to our remote guard who verifies the event and notifies the offender they must vacate the premises. We then simultaneously send notifications to the contact list and call the authorities if necessary.

Virtual Gate Guard Features

One of the primary advantages of virtual guards is how they automate so many routine tasks that take up the time of in-person guards or can be subject to error. But before we proceed further, understand that while virtual gates and other electronic security solutions can replace flesh-and-blood, they needn’t necessarily. Virtual options can serve as powerful supplemental options for all types of communities and businesses.

How? Virtual gate guard features use advanced technology to facilitate some or all of the following services:

• Automated Screening: If prescreened individuals have the right to enter the property, subjecting them to regular interactions with a guard only wastes everyone’s time. Automated screening options improve efficiency for all.
• Driver’s License Scanner: Rather than physically notating an entrant’s credentials, scanners can enter them into a database where they are sorted and stored.
• License Plate Recognition: High-definition cameras and associated analytics can automatically provide entry to preapproved vehicles without guard approval.
• Smart Keypad: Using smart keypad technology, residents can push a uniquely generated, fast-expiring code to visitors that they can enter on a physical keypad to access the premises.
• Two-Way Intercom: With the push of a button, visitors can easily speak with residents as soon as they arrive at a checkpoint.
• Multiple (and Remote) Access Points: Safeguard multiple points of entry using any of the above scalable options.

Virtual Security Attendant

Communities often incur substantial expenses to staff personnel at guard points during the third shift (11pm-7am), a time when locations typically receive few visitors. While such costs might seem a waste, locations still need security staffing — or at least they did until the arrival of AT&I’s Virtual Attendant Kiosk. This security solution provides a remote gate attendant, which represents a substantial savings over a physical attendant. During this time, communities usually get only a few visitors. Our remote attendant can receive guests, verify their identity, and allow access all while keeping an eye on the gates and pedestrian traffic.

Events Monitored by More Than Just Cameras

Our clients rely on the fact that our systems do more than just monitor events via camera. A lot of trouble can still happen when a lens isn’t pointed in a particular direction. That’s why the systems we sell can detect and do the following:

• Restricted area monitoring – After Hours
• Loitering at gated entrances – After Hours
• Gate tampering at HOA entrances
• Open gates if gates are broken – 24 Hours a Day
• Monitoring gate arms if they are knocked off/damaged

Benefits of a Virtual Security System

While the benefits of a standard security system might seem obvious, virtual systems provide advantages that many potential customers overlook. These include:

• Proactive notification (learn about crimes as they are occurring not after)
• Preventing intruders from entering a restricted area
• Preventing vandalism and theft
• Saving money since virtual guards are a fraction of the cost of a physical guard

Advanced Security for Apartments and Condos

Virtual guards work particularly well in multi-family housing contexts. Residents enjoy the benefits of faster entry for themselves, as well as any of their guests. If they’re regular visitors, guests will appreciate being able to access the premises nearly as quickly as those who live there. But the advantages extend far beyond mere convenience.

Unfortunately, crimes still occur at even the most secure communities. But even when malefactors trespass, steal, or vandalize, the presence of the advanced security features present in virtual and remote guard systems can help identify criminals and bring them to justice. Additionally, by catching crimes as they occur, they can improve response times from police and first responders alike. These advanced systems not only create a sense of security, they also help facilitate it.

Why You Should Rely on AT&I Systems for Your Virtual Guard Needs

With multiple offices and almost three decades of experience, AT&I Systems understands the challenges faced by commercial clients in many different competitive spaces. From homeowners’ associations and assisted-living facilities to retailers and warehouses to banks and office complexes, AT&I has the informed expertise and real-world knowledge to keep your area secure. For clients who would prefer to avoid the day-to-day maintenance of security systems, we provide management and consultancy oversight, ensuring that your hardware functions as intended. Additionally, our virtual guards can help realize significant savings, which is always an advantage.

Want to know how we can specifically help you? Reach out to us at (866) 691-4499! Your gain is our goal.