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Tech note · Plugin-based integration vs. true unification Plugin-based integration architecture A plugin integration attempts to bring two different security applications together in the same UI. While this is a small step towards an integrated user experience, the link between systems can be limited, complex, and subject to failure following an upgrade. The ACS plugin pulls 3rd party access control entities, events, and alarms to display them in the Security Center UI. PLUGIN_UNI_TN2EN Genetec Inc. genetec.com/locations info@genetec.com @genetec The video translator plugin pushes Security Center video and events to the 3rd party ACS solution. In both cases, shared information and capabilities can quickly become limited, requiring users to continue to work multiple vendor apps for monitoring, reporting, and configuration. Access control plugin Plugin Alarm acknowledgements and commands Access control entities, alarms and events Plugin 3rd party access control system 3rd party ACS server Genetec ™ Security Center Video translator plugin 3rd party ACS server Video viewer Alarm monitoring System Admin Security desk Config tool Video and events PTZ commands and requests for video Monitor access control, control entities, alarms and events View live and recorded video associated to access control events Security Center server Security Center server The Genetec™ unified security experience Access control and video entities are natively supported in the Security Center platform (one environment) When a unified system update is released, users upgrade the platform hassle-free for both ACS and video and without coordinating between multiple vendors Choose from a wide range of controllers and electronic locks from different hardware vendors supported by the same unified system A unified platform is easier and quicker to deploy as all entities are aggregated in one system ensuring no duplicate work (i.e. camera directly assigned to doors, areas, and zones) Genetec Security Center unified solution Security Center server Security desk Config tool Synergis Cloud Link Plugin integrations vary, therefore, the accuracy of this document may vary according to your particular plugin integration. Please exercise decision making with caution and speak to your RSM for information on your unique case. © 2018 Genetec Inc. All rights reserved. Genetec, and its respective logo are trademarks of Genetec Inc., and may be registered or pending registration in several jurisdictions. Other trademarks used in this document may be trademarks of the manufacturers or vendors of the respective products.