Draft:VirtuGuard

VirtuGuard™ is a remote security monitoring and virtual guard service operated by BOS Security, Inc., a U.S.-based security company. The service combines live video surveillance, artificial intelligence (AI), and trained monitoring agents to provide real-time threat detection, response, and deterrence for commercial and residential properties.

Technology and Operation

VirtuGuard™ leverages advanced video analytics and AI to enhance security operations. Monitoring agents at dedicated command centers receive live and recorded video streams from client sites, allowing them to respond to suspicious or abnormal activity as it occurs. The system is designed to filter out false alarms and prioritize genuine security threats.

Case Studies

Camect Integration

A notable case study involved a multifamily housing unit in a high-crime area that experienced thousands of false alarms nightly, overwhelming the VirtuGuard Command Center and risking missed genuine incidents. The integration of Camect Smart Camera Hubs, which use AI to filter out irrelevant motion such as weather, animals, and shadows, resulted in a 97.1% reduction in false alarms. This allowed VirtuGuard agents to focus on real security events, improving overall safety and operational efficiency for the client..

Calipsa Analytics

Another independent case study highlights VirtuGuard's deployment of Calipsa’s AI-powered analytics, including Calipsa Detect and Detect Pro, across hundreds of cameras. This partnership enabled advanced object detection, scene change monitoring, and camera health checks. The implementation of Calipsa’s technology led to an 80–90% reduction in false alarms, improved employee morale, enhanced customer service, and faster response times to genuine threats. Calipsa’s forensic search capabilities also allowed VirtuGuard to track objects of interest across multiple cameras, further optimizing security investigations and operations.

SightLogix Integration

A case study with SightLogix details how VirtuGuard integrated smart thermal SightSensors to address the challenges of outdoor remote video security, especially in environments with poor visibility such as darkness, rain, or low light. The SightSensors use advanced thermal analytics and AI to accurately detect and classify human intruders while minimizing nuisance alarms from non-threatening sources, which is critical for large sites like construction areas, parking garages, and scrapyards. In one notable incident, the system detected two individuals climbing a fence and attempting to ascend a crane at a construction site during nighttime; the alert enabled immediate notification of on-site security and police, resulting in the apprehension of one suspect. These deployments have not only prevented thefts and other incidents but have also reduced false alarms and operational costs, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of VirtuGuard’s monitoring services

Applications

VirtuGuard™ is used to protect a diverse range of properties, including:

• Multifamily housing developments
• Construction sites
• Car dealerships
• Commercial and retail centers
• High-threat government facilities

The system is particularly effective in environments where traditional on-site security may be impractical or cost-prohibitive.

Impact

The integration of AI solutions such as Camect and Calipsa has established VirtuGuard™ as a leader in reducing false alarms and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of remote security monitoring. These case studies demonstrate VirtuGuard’s ability to deliver proactive, reliable security services while optimizing operational resources and response times.