Differentiators
What Makes Us Different Is What Makes US Better
BluBØX has 25+ Differentiators that set us apart from the competition. They derive from the nine key technologies that make up BluSKY's architecture. Without switching to this architecture, it is impossible to achieve BluSKY's unlimited capabilities.
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Table of contents
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True Cloud - Protected by Microsoft Cloud Services and BluBØX
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System Architecture - Reduced On-Premises Hardware and Software
Physical Security as a Service
 | - Lower total cost of ownership - Support contracts included - Automatic upgrades - Better and faster support - Emphasis is on service - Easier to budget - Happier customers |
Lower Up Front and Ongoing Costs
| - Lower initial cost - No onsite servers, PCs, storage, and software - Less installation and maintenance - Reduced administration - Fewer truck rolls - Pay only for what is used |  |
True Cloud - Protected by Microsoft Cloud Services and BluBØX
 | - Hosted & Protected by Microsoft Azure - Do more with Cloud architecture - Own less of everything - Secure your data - Protect yourself against disaster - Operate efficiently |
Automatic Software Upgrades
| - Get better software, automatically - Always run the best software available - Better support - Faster feature enhancements - Quick bug fixes - Minimize installation and security risks |  |
True Mobile Security - Any Device, Anywhere, Anytime
 | - 100% system functionality on any device & any browser - No apps to install, no software to manage - Responsive design - Untethered capabilities - Be notified and respond from anywhere |
Real-Time Control, Status, and Events from Anywhere
| - Real-time control & status of portals, floors, video, alarms, keypads, visitors, and power - Real-time events- readers, alarms, video, visitors, photo-ID, operator, system - View multiple systems and facilities simultaneously |  |
Person Reader and Integrated Biometric Security
 | - Biometric identifications - Does not require cards - More secure - More convenient - More capable - Tenant & facility friendly |
Unified Access, Alarms, Video and Visitors
| - Unified everywhere - One common database - One simple Web user interface - One clock for all events - End-to-end Security - One user experience |  |
System Architecture - Reduced On Premises Hardware and Software
 | - No servers, NVRs, PCs, Storage, UPSs, or software to install or maintain - Access to cloud and devices through any web browser - One cloud hosts unified applications of PACS, CCTV, Alarms, Elevators, and Visitor Management |
Cross System, Multi-Site, Partitioned Architecture
| - Define unlimited customers - Configure, commission and control customers from a single interface - Connect to every customer site at every moment - Manage an unlimited number of systems - Systems can be standalone or grouped together |  |
Freedom of Use and Enterprise for Everyone
 | - Unlimited users - No licenses key hassles - No software packages - Unlimited access and simultaneous connections - Multiple simultaneous connections of the same user |
DIY Security and Reduced Administration
| - Distributed security administration - Manage your access, visitors, photos, credentials, & reporting - One set of credentials for everywhere - Share data between systems - Self-administer tasks - Quicker response & no waiting for confirmation |  |
Open Hardware and Open Restful API
 | - Freedom of choice - Non-proprietary hardware and open software - Industry standards and compatible - A future-proof investment - Tried and true - Connects to everything |
Destination Dispatch Elevator Security
| - DDS integration with all manufacturers - Unified interface with real-time control - Access Control integration - Elevator security with floor ID - Control by floor or car - Rapid guest credential integration |  |
Out-of-the-BØX Advanced Notifications
 | - Out-of-the-BØX Communications - Onscreen notifications - Email notifications - SMS Notifications - API - Central station |
One Common Reporting Engine
| - Predefined reports - User-defined and saved reports - One synchronized clock across all event types - Automated report subscriptions |  |
Analytics, Rules and Intelligence
 | - Intelligent analytics - Situational awareness - Rule-based decisions - Self-learning adaptation - Automated consistency - BluBØX Artificial Intelligence |
Virtual Remote Commissioning and Testing
| - Remotely configure databases and systems - One-person commission and test - Diagnose problems from anywhere |  |
Remote Power Control and Management
 | - System Health, Power Output Condition, Battery Activity, and Power History - Control locks, reboot cameras or perform other reset functions - Facilitates scheduled or manual battery checks |
Remote Support and Diagnostics from Anywhere
| - Virtual card swipe - Knowledge Base - Health & status monitoring - Automatic software updates - One single version for all |  |