What Is Security as a Platform — and Is It Right for Your Business?
The future of security integrates your alarm, with your cameras and access control. All in one efficient and proactive response to deter threats, and seamlessly take action.
Quick Answer
Security as a Platform (SaaP) unifies cameras, access control, alarms, intercoms, air quality sensors, and guest management into one cloud dashboard — managed from any device, anywhere. Fortified Technologies configures and supports Verkada-based SaaP deployments across Alberta. System cost scales with endpoint count; use the Cost Estimator to build a range from your actual camera and door counts.
Key Takeaways
5 Things to Know
About SaaP
Security as a Platform is the most efficient way to protect, manage, and scale your physical security - here's what sets it apart.
One Platform for Everything
Cameras, access control, alarms, intercoms, air quality, and guest management - all managed from a single cloud dashboard.
Access From Anywhere
Monitor and control your security in real time from any device, any location - no VPN or on-site server required.
Proactive, Not Reactive
Rule-based automation and intelligent alerts let you detect and respond to threats before they escalate.
Built to Scale
Whether you have one site or fifty, the platform adapts to your organization's size and complexity without disruption.
Expert Implementation by Fortified
We don't just supply the technology - we configure, optimize, train your team, and support it end-to-end for your specific environment.
What We Do
The Future of Physical Security
Physical security has evolved rapidly over the last several years. Gone are the days of disparate camera, access, alarm and monitoring systems (and hiring someone to manage all of it). We see and promote the value in optimizing your security strategy so that all of your services are consolidated on one simple platform, that you can access from anywhere, anytime.
Enter the future of security: A single pane of glass where you can access:
- Video Surveillance
- Access Control
- Alerts & Incidents
- Alarms
- Intercom
- Environmental and Air Quality Monitoring
- Workplace / Guest Management
Delivering unmatched visibility and control across an entire organization, with easy to use site/subsite filtering making it simple to manage your entire system regardless of scale or location.
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What is Security as a Platform (SaaP)?
See how a unified dashboard eliminates the 'fragmented security' problem by bringing cameras, access control, and alarms into a single, proactive interface.
Why Choose Us
You Stay in Command
You stay in control of your security environment by identifying issues early and responding before they escalate.
Improved Efficiency
Streamlines security management and reduces operational complexity while offering you anytime, anywhere access.
Enhanced Security
Real-time alerts, optional 3rd party monitoring, and advanced analytics help mitigate risks proactively.
Cost-Effective & Simple
Reduces the need for multiple, disjointed systems connected through complicated APIs by offering an all-in-one solution.
Flexibility
Easily scale your security solution across an entire organization regardless of size or location.
Traditional Security vs. SaaP
How does a unified platform compare to the legacy "disconnected" approach?
Legacy Disconnected Systems
- ✕Siloed video, access, and alarm systems with no communication between them.
- ✕On-premise servers requiring manual updates, VPNs, and regular IT maintenance.
- ✕Fragmented management requiring multiple apps, logins, and physical key management.
- ✕Reactive response—events are often discovered hours or days after they occur.
Security as a Platform
- Unified 'single pane of glass' for cameras, access, and sensors.
- Cloud-native architecture with automatic security updates and remote access.
- Centralized user management and instant alerts across the entire organization.
- Proactive protection—AI-powered detection triggers immediate automated responses.
Advanced Security, Delivered by Fortified
Fortified Technologies integrates industry-leading Command Platforms to give clients a truly unified approach to physical security and workplace systems. We source best-in-class technology from trusted partners, then specialize in consulting, configuring, and implementing it to align with your environment, goals, and compliance needs.
One Platform. Expertly Implemented. Fully Optimized.
Through the advanced security platforms, clients gain a single, cloud-based dashboard that brings together video security, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercoms, and guest management, remotely accessible from any device. But it's Fortified that ensures it's installed correctly, fully operational, and optimized for your specific use case.
From Platform to Performance
Our role is to bridge the gap between powerful technology and real-world application. We help clients customize their workflows, apply role-based access, trigger automated responses to events, and set up actionable alerts. We don't just sell the platform - we ensure it delivers results, and that your team is fully trained and supported along the way.
What Does Security as a Platform Cost?
Security as a Platform is a scalable investment. Unlike traditional systems with high upfront costs and hidden maintenance fees, SaaP pricing is predictable and scales with your facility. The figures below are illustrative reference points based on Cost Estimator component prices — use the Cost Estimator tool for a site-specific range built from your actual endpoint count.
Small site
5 cameras + 2 doors
$9,000 – $20,000
hardware & installation (indicative)
~$3,200 / yr licensing
Mid-size
15 cameras + 6 doors + intercom
$26,000 – $55,000
hardware & installation (indicative)
~$10,400 / yr licensing
Enterprise / multi-site
40+ cameras + 20+ doors
$67,500 – $160,000+
hardware & installation (indicative)
~$27,500 / yr licensing
Want a site-specific number?
Use our interactive tool to configure your exact camera count, door count, and licence term — and get an honest range in under two minutes.
Try the Cost EstimatorKey Factors That Drive Cost
Number of Endpoints
The primary driver is the number of cameras, door readers, and sensors being integrated into the platform.
Subscription Tier
Cloud management licensing varies based on features like storage duration (30 to 365 days) and AI analytics.
Installation Complexity
Cabling distance, facility type (warehouse vs. office), and whether we are replacing legacy hardware.
System Scale
Multi-site organizations benefit from unified licensing but require site-specific hardware deployments.
Enterprise clients typically find that eliminating on-premise servers, reducing IT maintenance overhead, and consolidating multi-vendor contracts meaningfully lowers total cost of ownership over a 5–10 year horizon — though the actual reduction varies by site.
Powerful Features Designed for Comprehensive Protection
A unified platform that brings together every layer of your physical security - giving you real-time visibility, intelligent automation, and seamless control from any device, anywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
About SaaP
Not sure where to start? Here are the answers to the questions we hear most often about Security as a Platform.
View full FAQ & GlossaryWhy Businesses Choose Fortified
30 Years. Verified Partners. Contractual Commitments.
30 Years in Business
Founded in Calgary in 1995, grown from a family-run operation to a national partner trusted across Canada.
Our story →Manufacturer Partnerships
Authorized Verkada solution partner, plus Ubiquiti and Panduit — vetted and certified directly by each manufacturer.
View all partners →5.0 on Google Reviews
Clients include Rocky View Schools, Mullen Group, Melcor, and others across Alberta and beyond.
Reviews & case studies →Workmanship Warranty
All installation workmanship is warranted against defects for 12 months from substantial completion. If a workmanship defect arises in that period, we re-perform the affected work at no charge. Manufactured hardware (cameras, access control, intercoms, network equipment, cabling) carries the manufacturer's own warranty, which we pass through to you.
Insurance
Fortified carries commercial general liability insurance and Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) coverage as required in Alberta. A certificate of insurance is available on request.
Your Data Stays Yours
All footage, recordings, access events, and other data your system generates belong to you. By default, this data is 100% private — Fortified does not access, monitor, retain, or use it except as needed to perform requested work or provide support at your direction. You control your data residency region.
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