GardaWorld launches ECAM

MONTREAL and DALLAS — Garda World Security Corp. (“GardaWorld”) has announced the launch of ECAM, an AI-driven surveillance technology that combines advanced live video surveillance technology with human expertise to deliver real-time protection.

ECAM, or Every Camera, Always Monitored, is the product of a strategic combination between ECAMSECURE, a provider of outdoor video surveillance, and Stealth Monitoring, a North American provider of commercial mobile and permanent video security solutions. This business integration follows GardaWorld’s acquisition of Stealth Monitoring in late 2024.

GardaWorld writes that ECAM delivers intelligent security with proprietary and patented mobile and permanent remote video monitoring tailored to industries like residential communities, construction, commercial real estate, logistics, auto dealerships and critical infrastructure by combining smart tech with expert eyes on every camera. This provides a hybrid security monitoring solution combining the speed and precision of AI-powered threat detection and deterrence with the critical thinking and experience of human security professionals.

“With ECAM, we're building more than a company — we’re building a global champion business that will shape the future of surveillance and security. By combining the scalability of advanced AI with decades of operational expertise, we’ve created a platform that delivers a level of efficiency, reliability and insight unmatched in the industry,” said Stephan Crétier, founder, chairman, president and CEO of GardaWorld. “ECAM already commands the largest footprint of monitored mobile and permanent surveillance units in North America, positioning us as the emerging market leader in a rapidly expanding sector. We’ve invested aggressively to scale, innovate and unlock long-term value — with a laser focus on market share, operational excellence and sustainable growth. The opportunity in surveillance ahead is massive and ECAM is uniquely positioned to lead.”

As part of its launch, ECAM has also launched a proprietary upscaling technology and process of enhancing the resolution and quality of lower-resolution video footage using advanced algorithms. This new technology, known currently as “Integra”, is now deployed across all ECAM surveillance systems. Unlike traditional approaches, image resolution can remain lower at origin and upscaled up to 6x for AI detection and monitoring fidelity, all occurring within the ECAM cloud.

ECAM has approximately 140,000 cameras currently monitored across North America.