SITUATION: THE PITFALLS OF SIMPLICITY For decades, alarm verification has been built on a model of elegant simplicity – simple data and straightforward logic. When any external factor trips an alarm, an agency is automatically tasked with investigating the incident. Simple prescribed actions like this have helped the security industry achieve impressive levels of efficiency in dispatching agencies and notifying responders. Unfortunately, these efficiency gains in the central

It's that time a year again. Time to think about what you want to do differently next year. Maybe it is doing more with the community or maybe it is team bonding. Whatever it might be we want you to do it. It is also time to think about your current security and safety solution. Not just your alarm system but also access control, video, and even fire protection services you may have. If you have a Sonitrol system or a competitor solution now is a good time to look at what you

Did you know......Sonitrol of the Carolina's Central Station is located in Charlotte, NC and is approved for Underwriter’s Laboratory Mercantile, Burglary and Fire Signaling. We are equipped with the latest digital, internet, and cellular technology infrastructure to accommodate all signaling requirements in the market. Our patented Impact Audio Intrusion systems as well as the latest in video analytic monitoring capabilities are processed 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year

Without verified alarms, the police are simply guessing that there is a real break-in, fire, or emergency. However, too many instances of police being dispatched on false alarms, the police will stop answering those calls. When the real alarms or fires are taking place, you don't want the emergency responders not responding, thinking its just another false alarm. If it's not verified, it's simply guessing. Integrating video and audio alarm verification into your security syst