ABIA selected Briefcam Syndex to enable the rapid review, analysis, and investigation of the large amounts of video data. Embedded in the Genetec Security Center, it enables ABIA to maximize security and get better insights into operational activities from within the video management software (VMS).

Based on Briefcam’s Video Synopsis technology, Syndex Pro allows users to compress hours of video footage into minutes in order to review multiple activities simultaneously, as well as search through the videos according to specific criteria. For example, quickly finding a specific traveler passing through the airport wearing a yellow jacket, or identifying an unauthorised person that entered a restricted area.

In addition, Syndex Pro turns the huge amounts of video data generated daily into useful information for optimising operations across the airport, such as counting cars entering specific parking lots and identifying passenger flow issues throughout the terminals.

This solution enhances personnel and customer safety and efficiencies at the airport as Syndex Pro seamlessly integrated into ABIA’s VMS and is accessible at the click of a tab.  It allows authorised personnel to view an hour of video in a minute, freeing them up for other tasks.

Since the initial commission, ABIA has expanded its use of Syndex Pro, doubling the number of licenses to further increase security and operational productivity across the airport, and the city of Austin has mandated the use of Syndex Pro at the airport.

The system gives the airport the ability to leverage huge amounts of already-available video data that goes beyond the value for security, as it allows ABIA to easily control and optimise operations where needed. ABIA uses Syndex Pro to monitor and count the return of rental cars, ensuring they have accurate records on car returns and receive the correct revenue from each car rental vendor.

Convergint Technologies continues to support ABIA’s security expansion by increasing Briefcam’s footprint, adding video synopsis to new camera deployments.