Genetec Inc., a company specializing in physical security software, has integrated its AutoVu Cloudrunner vehicle-centric investigation system with the SaferWatch real-time alerting and reporting platform. 

Originally developed for the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement, the integration combines Cloudrunner’s vehicle search features with SaferWatch’s communication tools, allowing public safety agencies to coordinate more effectively during incidents involving vehicles of interest, according to a press release. 

Pioneering Real-Time Collaboration in Hawaii

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 for real-time communications between citizens, public institutions, and law enforcement. 

The goal was to combine real-time technologies to enhance public safety, not only to respond more quickly to incidents, but also to identify potential threats before they escalate.

“This partnership represents a major step forward in how we protect our communities across Hawaii,” said 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.”

Improving Situational Awareness with Real-Time Data

Cloudrunner captures license plate information, vehicle characteristics (color, type, make, and model), and 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.

Taking AutoVu Cloudrunner Beyond Law Enforcement

The integration of AutoVu Cloudrunner with SaferWatch expands functionality for existing users beyond law enforcement, including schools, healthcare facilities, and public venues. 

With vehicle data now incorporated into the platform, users can submit tips related to suspicious vehicles directly through the app. If a license plate is identified as relevant, it can be added to a hotlist, prompting real-time alerts when the vehicle is detected by a Cloudrunner camera.

Through the SaferWatch app, citizens can also report sightings or suspicious activity. 

The integration is now available to Cloudrunner and SaferWatch customers across North America. The SaferWatch app remains free for citizens to download and use for submitting tips, but organizations need an active account on each service to unlock the full benefits of the combined solution.