OpenEye’s Retrofit Options Lower the Cost of Advanced Security Technology

OpenEye’s retrofitting options allow organizations to take advantage of powerful, cloud-managed video in OpenEye Web Services (OWS) without the cost and disruption of replacing their entire security infrastructure. Instead of enduring significant downtime and labor to completely rip and replace hardware, OpenEye enables businesses to preserve much of their existing security architecture—whether cameras, cabling, or integrated systems—while modernizing their surveillance.

With retrofitting, businesses gain access to advanced analytics and a flexible, open ecosystem that future-proofs their investment and allows them to scale according to budget and needs. OWS provides a low-cost path to cloud video without requiring a full commitment to a brand-new solution.

Use What’s Already in Place

After investing heavily in a company-wide security system, it can be frustrating when new technology outpaces existing hardware. Retrofitting with OpenEye allows surveillance owners to build on what they already have, upgrading their system over time rather than starting from scratch.

OpenEye’s open ecosystem supports third-party cameras and integrations with access control, intrusion alarms, point-of-sale systems, and more. By layering new capabilities onto an existing video system, businesses can create an end-to-end security solution tailored to their needs—without unnecessary replacement costs.

Avoid Downtime and Reduce Installation Costs

Upgrading video security often means downtime, especially when entire systems need to be replaced. A traditional rip-and-replace can leave a business without normal surveillance for days.

Retrofitting with OpenEye minimizes disruption by keeping much of the existing hardware and cabling in place. This significantly reduces installation time, labor costs, and the amount of time a system is offline. Customers can gain benefits like automated health monitoring and remote access while continuing to use their current cameras.

Scale and Future-Proof Over Time

Retrofitting an existing system with OWS not only enhances current security but also allows businesses to scale as their needs evolve. Cameras can be replaced or added gradually, new locations can be brought online easily, and OpenEye cloud cameras can expand channels and analytics beyond on-premise server limitations.

This flexible approach gives businesses the freedom to test new technologies, adopt cloud capabilities at their own pace, and avoid committing to a single rigid solution upfront.

Unlock Next-Generation Capabilities

OpenEye’s retrofitting options bring powerful AI-based analytics to existing cameras—without requiring new hardware. Motion detection, person and vehicle analytics, line crossing, loitering, and intrusion detection can all be activated within OWS to turn traditional cameras into an intelligent video solution.

By selectively upgrading where it matters most, businesses gain next-generation capabilities at a fraction of the cost.

Ready to Modernize Video Security?

OpenEye’s scalable and flexible retrofit options make it easier than ever to modernize video security, improve performance, and control costs.

Ready to see how retrofitting with OWS can benefit you and your customers? Book a demo, contact us with any questions, or reach out to your OpenEye sales representative to explore what’s possible.

About OpenEye

OpenEye, the cloud video platform company, delivers solutions for video security, business intelligence, and loss prevention. For more than 20 years, OpenEye has focused on building an easy-to-use, comprehensive video management system backed by Heroic Customer Service® and support. OpenEye solutions are available globally through a trusted network of certified service providers.