Informed and At the Ready
When seconds matter, the right information can make a huge difference. That’s the driving idea behind a new collaboration between Netwatch and 3SI Security Systems. The two organizations have come together to deliver technology and services that make communities safer by delivering verified intelligence directly to first responders — helping officers, dispatchers, and community members alike.
This collaboration, while rooted in technology, is ultimately about people. It’s about the neighbors, business owners, and first responders who rely on fast, accurate information when needed to protect assets, lives, and facilities. But the technology is crucial: Netwatch’s live, AI-enabled video monitoring with 3SI’s Direct to Dispatch system works together to ensure law enforcement can respond more quickly, confidently, and safely than ever before.
For years, both Netwatch and 3SI have worked independently toward the same goal of better protecting lives and property. At Netwatch, we provide proactive video monitoring globally helping our customers detect incidents in real time and intervene by communicating directly when an incident occur. 3SI creates solutions that transform how critical intelligence flows to first responders, delivering essential information directly to 911 dispatchers.
Together, they create a layered approach to safety. When a potential threat is detected by the Netwatch AI service, verified video and location data can be transmitted instantly through 3SI’s platform to local law enforcement. Instead of arriving uncertain or blind to what awaits them, first responders now have situational awareness before stepping onto the scene.
“This is about working side by side with law enforcement and the community,” explains Kurt Takahashi, CEO, Netwatch. “Our operators and 3SI’s technology complement each other, giving dispatchers and officers a clearer picture. It’s not just faster — it’s smarter, safer, and more collaborative.”
While technology often sounds abstract, the impact of this collaboration is actually very personal. Imagine a small business owner who closes his shop late at night. If a break-in attempt occurs, Netwatch specialists are watching in real time and can voice down to deter the suspect. At the same time, if the threat persists, 3SI’s platform ensures dispatchers receive live video evidence that helps police prioritize the call as a verified, in-progress crime rather than just another alarm.
The result is that officers arrive informed, ready, and in a better position to protect both people and property. We live in a world where law enforcement agencies are stretched thin, and this efficiency can make a critical difference.
“Access to critical and accurate data is key in high-pressure situations,” says Matt Kushner, CEO, 3SI. “We’re making sure officers have the right information at the right time and that means less uncertainty, stronger decision-making, and safer outcomes — for both officers and the community they serve.”
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Community leaders often speak about building trust between residents and law enforcement. This initiative does just that — it strengthens that trust by showing how innovation can be used to create safer neighborhoods. Verified intelligence reduces false alarms and that means police spend less time chasing unfounded calls and more time focusing on real threats.
The effort also underscores the importance of teamwork across public and private lines. Netwatch and 3SI technologies are not replacing law enforcement. Rather, they are augmenting the power of the officers and personnel in the field. By working together, they make it easier for communities to unite around a common goal: safety and peace of mind.
One of the most meaningful aspects of this collaboration is that it also gives communities more options for response. For instance, the deterrence of Netwatch’s live intervention may be enough to stop a crime before it begins. But in other situations, particularly in high-risk scenarios, the ability to send real-time intelligence to dispatch means law enforcement can step in swiftly and decisively. This approach ensures security can be flexible enough to adapt to the changing needs of businesses, neighborhoods, and police.
As technology continues to evolve, so too do the opportunities to protect communities in smarter, more efficient ways. The integration between our organizations is representative of that fact. Our collaboration is a reminder that innovation is not just about gadgets or software — it’s about creating meaningful change in people’s everyday lives.
When a small business can keep its doors open with confidence, when a family feels safe walking home at night, when an officer returns home safely after a shift — those are the outcomes that matter most. And when organizations collaborate with a shared purpose, communities grow stronger, safer, and more connected.