The Connected Cloud -- May 2024

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May 10, 2024

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THE CONNECTED CLOUD
News & Feature Updates

MAY 2024

Emergency Response Platform for First Responders

We're excited to introduce an all new emergency response platform designed for first responders. The platform is built-into the Connect ONE Dealer Application. Agencies such as police department personnel may be added as users of the platform. An agency login is different than a typical dealer login, when an agency logs into the application they will only see customer site locations they have been shared access to by the dealer, the shared access will only allow certain designated permissions. Those permissions are whether they can login to the customer site/app, activate the emergency dashboard, and/or add/modify system codes including access credentials for said customers. Now you can partner with local first responders to create safer experiences for the public. This service is included with any Connect ONE service level at no additional charge.

Emergency Dashboard

The emergency dashboard allows authorized agency personnel the ability to login to view cameras, unlock doors & outputs, activate task functions, initiate lockdown, and view recent activity. The viewing & controlling options are also available via GeoView which allows them to see floorplans of the building with point & click control of doors and cameras. Dispatch can easily respond to officers onsite and unlock doors for quick entry just by clicking on the door icon of the map.

Add/Modify System Codes

Only one place to go to add or remove agency personnel system codes / access credentials from all of their shared customer systems. The system codes are added via System Profile Templates so permissions are already pre-defined for simple additions by the agency. The permissions within the template may only be modified by the dealer as to limit possibilities of misconfiguration however the customer will still be able to view the permissions without being able to make changes. Also all activity by agency personnel is reviewable by the customer in reporting and notifications.

Shared Access Configuration

Sharing access to a customer for an agency allows you to choose the requested permission set you'd like them to have for their app login and the permission profile/template you'd like them to have for their system code / access credential.

Cansec MAP Access Controller Integration - Coming Soon!

A new integration with Cansec MAP access controllers will be available soon, integration added to the Connect ONE Access Expander which allows integration with Elk, DMP, Bosch, and Honeywell intrusion panels as well as ScanPass Mobile Credentials and Aperio wireless access locks.

Recent Usability Improvements

Customer Management Portal

Monitor->Options Dashboard Views: The Options button on any Monitor screen now allows the requested option to open in a quick dashboard view rather than redirecting the user off of their current screen. For instance, if they are viewing Security they can quickly pull up Activity to see an event quickly and then close the Activity view and remain on the Security page. This feature also works for viewing Cameras and Automation screens as well.

Dealer Administrative Portal & System Updates

TIP: Check the Configuration page for the Device as it includes recommended programming for the particular product and firmware version.

Give Us the Challenge...

We love hearing from our Dealers with requests from their customers to help solve challenges.

Please contact us and give us the challenge, we may be able to design something for you, and together we can watch your company reach the potential you always knew was possible.

Send us your feedback

Stay Up-to-Date

We will continue to include the enhancements in this newsletter, past newsletters may be viewed from the "News Artcles" tab on our website.

We also post the enhancements to our "Company" page and "Group" page on LinkedIn, as well as to the "Feature Blog" tab on our website.
Please contact us for your invitation to join the "Group" on LinkedIn.

Also, be sure to review the Home tab on the Connect ONE Dealer Site as this will contain many helpful Sales Sheets and Technical Guides.

We encourage you to visit these sites to stay up-to-date.

Working hard to Simplify all your System Integrations,
The Staff at Connected Technologies.

For more information regarding Connected Technologies™ or Connect ONE®, please visit www.SimplifywithConnectONE.com or call (866) 976-3520.

Connected Technologies, LLC., Monument, CO 80132-1266

See What Others Are Saying...

"Having the ability to see when employees are coming in for work really adds value. But the best feature by far is the ability to lock down all the doors from my computer or phone in the event of a lockdown drill."
--Matt VanEffen
Principal of Holy Cross Catholic School

"Connect ONE was paramount in allowing Phoenix to offer a service that is truly connected across platforms. The company is unique in the respect that they operate with software that can be edited and modified—without having to wait years to get it."
--Eric Burroughs
Vice President at Phoenix Security Systems Inc.

"Initially, we toyed with the idea of developing our own cloud-based system, but we sent a technician to look ‘behind the curtains’ at the Connected Technologies solution and I was excited about the possibilities for my customers, especially the many school districts we serve."
--Michael Martin
President of Martin Systems

"We had an incident after the system was installed that validated the importance of having this safeguard. With the system we were able to make sure a former employee could not get back into the suite, which was simple to do with ScanPass Mobile Credential."
--Kris Kehler
CEO at Deby Pay Pro

"Connect ONE’s ability to simplify integration with a wide variety of technology really presents an opportunity for DW Dealers to provide complete solutions."
--Patrick Kelly
Director of IP Video Solutions at Digital Watchdog

"We have been deploying and migrating customers from site-based client servers to the cloud with very positive feedback. One of our customers, a senior housing facility, likes to have one platform to manage both access control and integrated alarm detection. We can administer different levels of access permissions through the cloud for the customer or they can do it on their own. Having an integrated system--access control, security, CCTV and temperature monitoring and control is important."
--Toby Stevens
Sales Manager for Ace American Alarm Company

"Whether it’s a commercial office, retail, storage, or multifamily development, the incredibly versatile Connect ONE has allowed me to gain the flexibility needed to confidently meet the demands of those development markets."
--Ryan Christen
Sales & Systems Engineer at Vialarm Security

"Connect ONE is very user friendly, it saves me time administrating building security. Managing our employees is quick and easy since only a single entry is required to grant both security and access privileges."
--Julie Cerqua
Administrator of Wauconda Library

"Because we serve national accounts across the country, when they acquire other locations or add facilities we can bring them online quickly without having to completely replace the infrastructure or conduct extensive programming."
--Matt Harrison
Vice President of Operations at Federal Protection

"Our customers benefit from strategic partnerships like we have with Connected Technologies and all the possibilities it brings for loT connectivity."
--Rick Cadiz
Vice President of Sales and Marketing, IPVideo Corp.

"We’re excited to be working with Connected Technologies to offer this service to our dealers, whose feedback has been extremely positive as they continue to add customers."
--Tom Mechler
Regional Marketing Manager for Bosch

"Flexibility is all part of the beauty of using a cloud-based management platform. My customers can manage it themselves from their smartphone app if they like. They can set their own schedules and we configure the Connect ONE GUI. If there’s an emergency or other response required, the superintendent or management can use their smart device for access. It’s all part of the Connect ONE app, which we use for many office and multitenant buildings."
--Gary Davis
Principal and Owner of Alarm Specialists

"Our biggest challenge today is disparate systems that don’t work well together. Connect ONE gets them all to communicate."
--Ken Kocher
President of Force Security Solutions

"Our company is in a rural area, we have been frustrated with long drives and expensive service calls to support legacy computer software and systems. Now with a simple to use dealer web portal, Connect ONE allows us to eliminate expensive service calls by supporting our customers remotely with just a simple login and a phone call that takes only a few minutes. Connect ONE is our biggest added value - profitable RMR for my company. My customers only need to learn one easy to use interface for their business and home."
--Jeff Kesterson
President of NightWatch Security

"We want to make sure our suite is secure and the staff is safe. We are looking at upgrades in the future and with Connect ONE you can scale the solution up and tailor it to meet your needs."
--Frank McDonough
Director of Information Systems for Security Industry Association (SIA)

"We rely on Connected Technologies for technical and customer support. We have requested software and feature upgrades for our customers and if it’s possible it happens within 24 hours. We use Connect ONE in our own business and the reporting features are outstanding."
--James Lee
President and partner at Alarmguard Security

"Thank you for listening and making the feature available so quickly! I really enjoy working with Connected Technologies."
--Dan Osborne
Project Manager at Schmidt Security Pro

"Connect ONE provides exciting enhancements to the ELK M1 with expanded user support, schedules, and event history. This enhanced capability adds value and convenience, giving installers an edge and opening new possibilities in a variety of commercial markets."
--Amy Strickland
Marketing Design Manager at ELK Products

"Connect ONE offers a simple, scalable solution that complements the Aperio offering perfectly. This integration will offer dealers and end-users a highly flexible solution for comprehensive access management."
--Mark Duato
Executive Vice President, Aftermarket at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas

"Having the ability to see when employees are coming in for work really adds value. But the best feature by far is the ability to lock down all the doors from my computer or phone in the event of a lockdown drill."
--Matt VanEffen
Principal of Holy Cross Catholic School

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