Issue link: https://resources.genetec.com/i/936549
Integration refers to establishing some form of connectivity between two or more standalone systems. These can include video, access control, intrusion, intercom, automatic license plate recognition (ALPR), and various business and Industrial IIoT systems and sensors. Unification, on the other hand, refers to having one platform that has all systems and capabilities embedded at its core. A unified platform is engineered from the start for different system components to work together. This offers a streamlined approach to how systems are managed, how data is shared, and how processes across your organization evolve. How open architecture broadens all possibilities A unified platform that is built on an open architecture is the pathway to unlimited possibilities. You'll get a unified user experience, with the flexibility to add integrations with various other technologies or systems. This allows you to really adapt and customize your deployment to suit your needs and preferences. Ultimately, strong integrations within a rich, unified platform helps you extract the most value from your investments. Understanding how basic integrations and unification compares Tech note Plugin-based integration vs. true unification Find out how integrated and unified security systems are different and why unification enables smoother growth and collaboration across your organization. Plugin-based integration Unification ONE platform for video, access control, ALPR, intrusion, intercom, etc ONE UI for configuring all embedded systems ONE UI for monitoring video, access control ALPR, intrusion, intercom and all other capabilities ONE UI for managing all system events and alarms ONE platform for consolidated reporting and business insights ONE unified platform and interface to train personnel on ONE service agreement to purchase and renew ONE vendor contact for all system support ONE seamless upgrade experience with assured compatibility ONE platform from which to uphold cybersecurity best practices Several disparate systems Several user interface (UI) apps for configuring each Several UI apps for monitoring each system with some exchange of information Possible inability to acknowledge another system's alarms within each system UI Limited ability to link video and data within reporting tasks Separate architectures, little to no consolidation Personnel must be trained on several systems Several service agreements to purchase and renew Must coordinate between vendors for support Plugin integrations may not be compatible with system version upgrades