Benefits of the GuardTrax Solution
A Global Leader in Guard Tour Reporting, Accountability and Management Technology
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Real-Time Alerts
GuardTrax provides real time GPS position monitoring via 24/7 wireless data connectivity. This allows the user to determine the positions of the officer throughout the day. This is useful in confirming that the officer is patrolling all parts of the property where he is assigned.
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Passive RFID
GuardTrax has passive RFID. Passive RFID is used where the RFID tag can be scanned in close proximity. With passive RFID the user can customize the solution based on the specific client use case.
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Rugged Design
GuardTrax has been designed to withstand the external elements that officers face. It has been put through rigorous drop, vibration and weather tests. Officers can complete their patrols without concern for the device breaking.
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Swappable Battery
GuardTrax has an easily swappable battery that, with additional batteries, can have the device operating 24/7. Many jobs require around the clock tracking. With an extra battery and external charger, GuardTrax can meet that need.
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Ring/Vibrate
GuardTrax can be set to ring, vibrate or silent mode. Depending on the circumstances, the GuardTrax can be silenced if needed.
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Menu Driven LCD Display
GuardTrax has a menu driven display allowing officers to easily scroll through different functions including ring/vibrate, time-zone and volume control. The GuardTrax is easy for the officer to use with a few buttons and menu driven display.
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Panic Button
GuardTrax has a panic button that triggers a call and email to a pre-programmed phone number and email address. When an officer has an issue, he is one button press away from getting assistance
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Real Time RFID Scanning
GuardTrax provides real time RFID tag location via 24/7 GSM wireless data connectivity. RFID scanning provides an additional determinant of location when GPS is not available (indoors for example) or when GPS is to be supplemented. RFID completes the location based information requirement and opens the door for extensive reporting and mapping.
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Programmable Phone Capability
GuardTrax provides real time RFID tag location via 24/7 GSM wireless data connectivity. RFID scanning provides an additional determinant of location when GPS is not available (indoors for example) or when GPS is to be supplemented. RFID completes the location based information requirement and opens the door for extensive reporting and mapping.
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Extended Battery Life
The GuardTrax battery can run between 9 and 15 hours depending on usage. GuardTrax has been designed to have a battery life that is more than adequate to complete a single tour on one charge.
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Text Messaging
GuardTrax can receive text messages. Alerts and messages can be sent directly to the GuardTrax unit via SMS text messaging either from the website or a cell phone. Another communication method to reach your officer.
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Cold Weather Functionality
GuardTrax functions in operating temperatures to -10°C. Many tours are completed outside in extreme temperatures. The GuardTrax device has been tested to ensure optimal operating performance in these environments.
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Internet Connectivity
All data is sent real time via a wireless internet connection. The GuardTrax unit sends data via the internet real-time insuring that the reports and mapping is always up to date.
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Video Capture
At GuardTrax, we feel that the security officer plays an integral role in obtaining camera footage from around the property and being able to upload the video to the customers via the VMS System. Forward thinking security service firms will walk hand in hand with the video surveillance solution and become a complimentary partner in obtaining video footage.
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Photo Sharing
A picture is worth a thousand words" is the old saying and in the security officer world that statement is more true than ever. Officers that are able to quickly snap a photo and share that photo with other members of their team through the GuardTrax Android Application. Photo Sharing has become mainstream and in the professional security guard management world, there is no exception.
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Voice Notes
Voice Notes are a tremendous addition to the GuardTrax Solution. When an officer is busy and not able to sit down immediately to record specifics about an incident the voice notes feature allows the officer to quickly By recording some of these details, the security officer can recall details from the incident when a full and written statement is produced.
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Incident Reporting
The GuardTrax Application now gives security officers the ability to make specific and custom notes as part of an incident report. These notes can be uploaded to the GuardTrax website. Details about specific incidents that have occurred can be noted.
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Text Messaging
With the GuardTrax Application, security officers can send and receive text messages. Alerts and messages can be sent directly to the GuardTrax Android phone via SMS text messaging either from the website or a cell phone. This is another communication method to reach your officer.
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Phone Usage
The GuardTrax Application is no longer limited to restricted calling. Security officers may call as many numbers as they need to in order to complete their duties.
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Android Phone Lock Down
For those customers that wish to have all other features of the android phone block or disabled other than the GuardTrax features, GuardTrax hs the ability to lock the phone down so that no officers can misappropriate the usage on the phone.
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Detailed Activity Reports
Display activity information along with detailed information related to the tour.
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Web Based Reporting
GuardTrax has web-based tour and event reporting. GuardTrax data, mapping and reporting is never more than a click away with its web based service.
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Detailed Event Report
Display detailed event information for codes sent by the officer.
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Current Activity Report
Display all active items and related information.
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Guard Tour Instant Replay
GuardTrax can display a guard’s tour in an automated graphic display.
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User Login Reports
GuardTrax displays history reports for user activity.
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Alert Report
Displays a list of all alerts generated in within a date range.
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Geo-fencing
GuardTrax can have geographic areas “fenced” in and generate alerts when the fence is breached.
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RFID Report
Display RFID Scans by date, time, device and RFID tag
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RFID Exception Report
The RFID Exception Report will display how many times a specific RFID tag was supposed to be scanned and how many times it was actually scanned.
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Mapping and Satellite Imaging
GuardTrax displays mapping, tour and RFID data using state-of-the-art satellite and mapping technology.
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6-Months Data Archive
GuardTrax maintains a 3-Month history of all mapping and reports.
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Real Time Tour Alerts
GuardTrax can have guard tours defined within a customer’s record and send email alerts when the tour is completed successfully or unsuccessfully.
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No Motion Alert
GuardTrax will send messages and alerts when a device has had no motion for some predefined period.
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Low Battery Alert
GuardTrax sends an alert when the battery reaches a low level and needs to be recharged.
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Event Code Alerts
GuardTrax has unlimited event codes.
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Real Time Incident Alerts
GuardTrax devices can send unlimited customizable event codes real time when certain events (broken window, light out etc) have occurred.
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Device Not Reporting
GuardTrax sends an alert when the device hasn’t reported to the GuardTrax server for a specified period of time.
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Device Sleep Mode
GuardTrax sends an alert when the device battery has reached its lowest possible reading and the device is forced into a sleep mode.
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Geo-fence Time In
GuardTrax sends an alert when a geofenced area is entered.
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Geo-fence Time Out
GuardTrax sends an alert when a geofenced area is exited.
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Panic Button
GuardTrax sends an alert when the panic button is pressed.
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On/Off Charger
GuardTrax displays on and off charger events for the device helping supervisors manage their guards.
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Text Message Alert
GuardTrax can receive alerts via text message as well as email.