Protecting a data center means controlling risk at every entry point while maintaining a precise operational picture of what’s happening on the floor and around the perimeter. Choice One Protection (C1P) brings a layered approach that combines smart screening, live situational visibility, and accountable reporting—so critical facilities stay secure without slowing operations.
Smart screening at the door—and beyond
C1P personnel are trained to conduct screening procedures that verify identity and prevent prohibited items from entering sensitive areas—using measures such as ID checks and handheld magnetometers when required by post orders. These procedures are integrated into site protocols so officers can escalate to supervisors and law enforcement as needed while preserving traffic flow for staff and approved vendors.
Inside the facility, officers maintain situational awareness and proactively report hazards (e.g., spills, malfunctioning equipment), monitor intrusion and environmental alerts, and respond to alarms per site-specific post orders—ensuring the physical layer stays in lockstep with SOC and facilities teams.
Real-time visibility with SOS
At the core of C1P’s program is Security Online Solutions (SOS)—a web-based, mobile platform that standardizes reporting and gives stakeholders real-time visibility. SOS supports GPS tracking, guard tours with NFC/QR checkpoints, and live incident reporting with photos and short videos; data flows to a secure Customer Portal for review and search. For example, roving officers generate GPS breadcrumb trails that show movement by hour and exact timestamps, enabling managers to verify coverage and reconstruct events without delay. Reports are electronic, numbered, time-stamped, and fully searchable (e.g., filter for all access-control incidents in a timeframe).
The Incident Reporting module enforces completeness with a step-by-step guide (who/what/where/when/why), responder fields (badge numbers, arrival/departure, case/alarm numbers), and a pre-submission summary to catch errors before filing—supporting audit-ready documentation that stands up to internal reviews and third-party assessments.
Body-worn video for deterrence and documentation
When appropriate for the environment, C1P deploys HALOS Horizon body-worn cameras as a visible deterrent and a documentation tool. Devices include a panic button, real-time streaming, GPS location tracking, two-way communication, and IP68 waterproofing; paired with HALOS Vault storage, supervisors can quickly retrieve footage to resolve complaints, support investigations, or coach personnel. In a data center context, this converts “he said, she said” moments into timeline-matched evidence linked to incident reports.
Smart screening only works when it’s connected—GPS trails, body-cam clarity, and SOS reporting turn every checkpoint into verifiable protection.
Smarter patrols and response with fleet telematics
For campuses with multiple buildings or perimeter roads, C1P’s mobile units use Linxup GPS & Dashcam to improve safety and coverage. Managers can review route replays and trip summaries, receive real-time alerts for speeding or harsh starts, and coach drivers when idle thresholds are exceeded. Built-in maintenance scheduling and diagnostic code alerts help prevent downtime—critical when response vehicles support after-hours access validations or alarm escorts between facilities.
Decision-makers on the line, 24/7
C1P’s 24/7 dispatch isn’t a call center—it’s staffed by higher-level personnel with decision-making authority. Dispatch monitors SOS feeds (GPS, duty status, hourly entries) and coordinates with field leadership in real time, ensuring escalations align with the site’s continuity goals. The focus is not just rapid response, but informed, results-driven decisions that support long-term service quality and stability—vital for always-on data environments.
Why it matters for data centers
Controlled access: Smart screening prevents unauthorized items and individuals from reaching sensitive areas.
Proven coverage: GPS breadcrumbs, duty-status views, and checkpoint tours verify that posts and patrols are completed as designed.
Audit-ready records: Numbered, time-stamped reports and guided incident workflows streamline audits and root-cause reviews.
Clear evidence: Optional body-worn video paired with SOS reports reduces disputes and speeds resolution.
Operational resilience: Fleet telematics and decision-capable dispatch keep response reliable across large or multi-building campuses.
With C1P, “smart screening” is more than a checkpoint—it’s a connected operation. By uniting disciplined officers, verifiable technology, and decision-grade oversight, C1P helps data centers reduce risk, document compliance, and keep critical infrastructure running without interruption.
