What is a geo-fence, and what is the benefit?
A geo-fence is an invisible fence created by GPS latitude, longitude and radius parameters. Specific parameters can be remotely set over-the-air (OTA) to set artificial boundaries. With a geo fence, GuardTrax is configured to send an email or text message alert to supervisors if a guard travels into or beyond specifically defined geographical boundaries.

Will our security officers have to carry a cell phone for GuardTrax™ to work?
No. GuardTrax™ is a GSM/GPRS cellular phone, configured with specific phone numbers and guard communication protocol. GuardTrax™ can call up to five different pre-programmed numbers. These numbers are specific to each GuardTrax™ device, and can be changed or configured as needed.

Can GuardTrax™ save me money in managing my security force?
Absolutely. GuardTrax™ saves security companies and departments a great deal of money by displacing real expenditures, increasing efficiencies, and mitigating liability.

Why is satellite imagery so important in GuardTrax™ model of business?
By using satellite imagery, customers have the real-time ability to locate their security forces in relation to the geographic layout at the properties that they protect.

Can GuardTrax™ be turned off?
Yes. GuardTrax™ can be turned off. However, the server is programmed so that if the device has not been heard from for 15 minutes, e-mail messages or SMS text messages are sent out to supervisors and managers notifying them that the server has lost contact with GuardTrax™. Managers can then respond accordingly, by attempting to call the guard on the GuardTrax™ device or sending a supervisor to investigate the problem.