Traditional Security (Golf Cart Patrols)
- Communities often hire 2–3 guards to rotate shifts and patrol by golf cart.
- A single guard typically costs $45,000–$60,000 per year (salary + benefits + overhead).
- For 24/7 coverage, a community could easily spend $180,000–$250,000+ annually on guards.
- Problem: Guards can only be in one location at a time, so many areas remain unmonitored between patrols.
AI-Powered Security (UniFi Protect + Innerspace)
- One guard in the gatehouse or monitoring office can watch the entire community in real time via the Innerspace dashboard.
- AI Cameras provide:
- Line crossing detection
- Vehicle and person alerts
- License plate recognition
- 24/7 visibility of all entrances and streets
- AI Horns deter intruders instantly without needing the guard to physically respond first.
- Overnight remote monitoring means communities can even eliminate guards during low-traffic hours.
Costs:
- One-time installation + equipment (at cost)
- No monthly license fees (unlike competitors like Hikvision or Avigilon).
- Ongoing cost = 1 guard only, plus system maintenance.
Typical Annual Savings
- Communities save 50–70% annually compared to relying solely on golf cart guards.
Example:
- Traditional: 3 guards (24/7) = ~$200,000 per year.
- With UniFi Protect + Innerspace: 1 guard + AI system = ~$70,000–$90,000 per year.
- Savings: $110,000–$130,000 every year.
📊 Key Selling Point for HOAs & Property Managers
“Why pay for guards that can only be in one spot, when AI-powered UniFi Protect Innerspace lets one guard cover your entire community 24/7 — faster, smarter, and at a fraction of the cost?”