i-PRO’s Active Guard Gets Smarter with Generative AI

i-PRO Unleashes AI-Powered Search Revolution for Security Professionals

i-PRO, formerly Panasonic Security and a global frontrunner in security and public safety solutions, has just dropped Version 3.0 of its i-PRO Active Guard – and it’s a game-changer. This isn’t just another software update; it’s a leap into the future of intelligent search, driven by the power of generative AI.

Imagine security teams ditching rigid, predefined search parameters for the ease of everyday language. With Active Guard’s new free text search, that’s exactly what they get. No more sifting through endless footage – simply type in what you’re looking for, whether it’s “fire truck,” “person who fell down,” or even “electric scooter,” and watch the system deliver pinpoint results.

This release builds upon i-PRO’s industry-leading foundation of 98 predefined attributes, now supercharged with the virtually limitless flexibility of generative AI. Forget being confined to a checklist – now you can describe exactly what you need in your own words.

“Video data keeps growing, but the ability to quickly find what matters and instantly act on it with the right decision makes all the difference for mission-critical environments,” says Gerard Figols, Chief Operating Officer at i-PRO. “Thanks to free text search using natural language, professionals gain greatly expanded search capabilities, creating precise search filters as easily as speaking. Seamless integration with leading VMS platforms like Genetec, Milestone, Luxriot and VideoInsight ensures faster access, greater control, and smarter decisions.”

Built for mission-critical security

In a world where data security is paramount, i-PRO understands the need for control. That’s why Active Guard runs entirely on-premises, eliminating the need for an external internet connection. This gives organizations complete ownership of their data, sidestepping latency issues and privacy concerns often associated with cloud-based solutions.

“Mission-critical sites often restrict internet access to reduce cyber risk, which rules out cloud-based features,” explains Philippe Henaine, Manager, Strategic Partners at i-PRO. “That’s why we built GenAI directly into the on-premises Active Guard server. Operators get the full power of free text search inside their VMS while keeping data privacy and cybersecurity fully under their control.”

Seamless integration and compatibility

The beauty of i-PRO Active Guard 3.0 lies in its seamless integration. It combines edge-processed analytics from i-PRO AI-enabled cameras with a server-based generative AI engine. By leveraging best-shot images and metadata from i-PRO AI camera models, the system interprets user queries with remarkable precision and speed, delivering results that are both accurate and intuitive. And the best part? You don’t need to replace your existing i-PRO AI cameras to unlock the power of this new software update.

But the innovation doesn’t stop there. With the X-Series camera AI processing relay feature, Active Guard 3.0 can even extend GenAI search capabilities to non-AI cameras, including those from other manufacturers. This means you can bring your legacy devices into the modern GenAI ecosystem without a complete overhaul.

New feature: Person image similarity search

Version 3.0 introduces a game-changing feature: ‘Person Image Similarity Search’ powered by Person Re-Identification technology. Now, operators can effortlessly locate visually similar appearances within video footage, streamlining investigations without relying on specific personal attributes or automated identification. This feature is a boon for challenging environments where appearance can change due to clothing or lighting, dramatically improving search efficiency.

Active Guard Version 3.0 is slated for release in October of 2025, when it will be available for download on the company website. For those eager to delve deeper into Active Guard and its generative AI capabilities, you can find more information here.