MONTREAL— Genetec Inc., a global developer of enterprise physical security software, has announced the integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner, its vehicle-centric investigation system (VCIS), with the SaferWatch, a real-time alerting and reporting platform.
Initially developed for the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement, the integration brings together Cloudrunner’s vehicle search capabilities and SaferWatch’s live communication tools into a single platform to form a solution the companies state enhances how public safety agencies and communities coordinate in real time during incidents involving vehicles of interest.
“Time and collaboration are critical when addressing public safety threats,” says Larry Legere, commercial director, AutoVu Cloudrunner at Genetec Inc. “This integration streamlines how agencies share vehicle intelligence, enabling faster coordination across jurisdictions and more effective community engagement.”
AutoVu Cloudrunner, SaferWatch Partnership Developed Through Real-World Need
Recalling the origins of the collaboration, the companies state the initiative was born out of the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement’s need to strengthen situational awareness and inter-agency communication.
SaferWatch was already being used throughout the state, providing secure, real-time communications between citizens, public institutions, and law enforcement. The vision with the collaboration were to combine real-time technologies to enhance public safety—to not only to respond more quickly to incidents—but also to proactively identify potential threats before they escalate.
“This partnership represents a major step forward in how we protect our communities across Hawaii,” notes Mike Lambert, director, Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement. “By integrating Genetec advanced license plate recognition technology with the SaferWatch real-time alert platform, we’re giving our officers and public safety partners the tools to act faster, smarter, and with greater precision. This technology helps us stay one step ahead while keeping transparency and community trust at the forefront.”
Situational Awareness Improves Through Real-Time Data
Explaining how the combination of AutoVu Cloudrunner and SaferWatch support law enforcement, Genetec points out that Cloudrunner automatically and accurately captures license plate information, vehicle characteristics, including color, type, make, and model, as well as driving behaviors, regardless of time of day or weather conditions.
With this data now available within SaferWatch, law enforcement agencies can receive instant alerts when a vehicle on a hotlist is detected. These alerts are automatically pushed to 911 dispatchers, investigators, and authorized personnel through the SaferWatch alerting ecosystem.
In addition to the license plate information, each alert can include critical context, such as case reports or related vehicle intelligence—enabling faster, more informed decision-making.
Others Benefit from Genetec, SaferWatch Partnership
Both companies emphasize the integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner with SaferWatch also extends new capabilities beyond law enforcement, benefiting educators, healthcare administrators, and public venue operators who already use SaferWatch to monitor potential threats. With Cloudrunner’s vehicle intelligence now embedded in the platform, Genetec stresses that users can submit tips about suspicious vehicles directly through the app. If a license plate is deemed actionable, it can be added to a hotlist—triggering real-time alerts the moment the vehicle is detected by a Cloudrunner camera. This streamlined flow of information reduces response times and ensures that key stakeholders are aligned and ready to act.
Moreover, the companies suggest the integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner also empowers community members to play an active role in public safety. Through the SaferWatch app, citizens can report sightings or suspicious activity, contributing critical information that could lead to identifying vehicles or individuals of interest. In high-priority scenarios such as when a most-wanted vehicle is spotted, nearby law enforcement can instantly issue mass notifications to users in surrounding areas helping alert the public to potential danger and guiding coordinated response efforts.
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