James West

James West
CEO and Co-Founder, ManythingJames West is the CEO and Co-Founder of Manything, manufacturer of video surveillance software for mobile devices. The company’s app allows remote viewing and offsite cloud storage for Hikvision CCTV cameras, which can be used to monitor homes and businesses. Prior to Manything, James was the CEO of Alamy, which is a stock photography company.
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Manything, providers of cloud video recording and remote monitoring services, showcased its Manything Pro solution at ISC West 2018. Security integrators and dealers who visited the Manything booth witnessed the many benefits that the cloud video solution provides. Manything Pro creates a new source of recurring monthly revenue (RMR) with ease; Manything can manage all billing and renewals, freeing an integrator or dealer to simply collect ongoing commissions. Video can be sent directly to the cloud without the need to store it locally, integrators and dealers can install the software onto a compatible camera in less than 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app without additional hardware, port forwarding, or router configuration. A white label solution is also available for large dealers and integrators. The simplest way to use Manything Pro is camera-to-cloud which is great for customers who want to store their video offsite" Widely Used In Multiple Sectors “Integrators and dealers are always looking for new security solutions that are easy to implement and enable new revenue streams,” said James West, CEO and Co-Founder, Manything. “Manything Pro achieves that with easy-to-use features that are suitable for multiple applications. We’re being installed on a wide variety of sites – from residential and SME systems, to agriculture and construction sites, and also large enterprise and healthcare installations. The reception at ISC West was beyond our expectations, and we are looking forward to expanding Manything Pro’s capabilities.” “Today, the simplest way to use Manything Pro is camera-to-cloud which is great for customers who want to store their video offsite and remove the local recorder,” explains West. “Next we’ll be introducing NVR and DVR compatibility, which will allow an integrator or dealer to add cloud recording and offsite viewing capabilities to legacy systems without changing hardware.” Manything is actively partnering with other technology companies like cloud access control manufacturersObject And Face Recognition Features Manything is also actively partnering with other technology companies to further enhance the offering. This includes cloud access control manufacturers to combine video surveillance with cloud access systems, and video analytics experts to add features such as object and face recognition to Manything Pro. Additional integrations in the pipeline include expanding the number of compatible camera brands, giving more end users the option to better secure their physical and cyber assets in the cloud. "It’s a great time to be a part of Manything, and we are excited about the Manything Pro solution,” West added. “The plans outlined here are just a small fraction of what’s in store for the Manything brand in the future.”
Manything, providers of cloud video recording and remote monitoring services with more than 850,000 registered users globally, is building on their proven integration with Hikvision cameras with the addition of Axis and Dahua camera integrations. In addition, Manything has signed on three new distribution partners (Brooklyn Low Voltage Supply, DSG Distributors and Tristate Telecom) for their Manything Pro SaaS solution offering remote surveillance viewing and offsite cloud recording. With six years of cloud expertise, Manything is now launching Manything Pro for the professional security industry at ISC West 2018 (booth #34061). “Our entry into the professional surveillance industry has seen rapid acceptance and adoption by leading companies in the industry who recognize the benefits of Manything Pro,” said James West, CEO and Co-Founder, Manything. “Manything Pro makes it possible for professional security dealers and integrators to create a new and easy RMR stream by offering remote viewing and offsite cloud surveillance recording.” For us, the quality, simplicity and profitability for our dealers makes Manything Pro an easy choice to offer our customers.” Enhanced Mobility And Back-Up Security “We are pleased to be working with Manything to integrate Dahua cameras onto their innovative Manything Pro cloud platform,” said Janet Fenner, Director of Business Development at Dahua, North America. “Extending the utility of Dahua’s surveillance solutions to include cloud-based viewing and recording provides end-users with added functionality, mobility and back-up security, which further enhances the performance and value of our collective offerings.” “Our business model is based around providing our customers with all the tools they need to succeed. The latest technologies, the best products, training, resources and tech support." "We empower integrators and go as far as assisting in finding new streams of revenue, for example different types of RMR,” said Avi Lieberman, Technology Director for Brooklyn Low Voltage Supply. “For us, the quality, simplicity and profitability for our dealers makes Manything Pro an easy choice to offer our customers.” Cloud-Based Surveillance Solution “Every brand we offer is a reflection on our name – something that is of the utmost importance to us,” said Dave Silkin, President, DSG Distributors. “We’re proud to partner with Manything as they offer an innovative cloud-based surveillance solution that enables us to deliver even more value to our customers.” “Customer support and service have been at the foundation of our business for over 30 years,” said Joel Schlesigner, CEO, Tristate Telecom. “By discovering and offering a truly unique pro surveillance solution like Manything Pro, we continue to inspire trust and loyalty among our customer base while also growing our respective businesses.” Manything Pro is a cloud SaaS solution which allows users to access their video through an Apple or Android mobile app Mobile Access With Built-In Cybersecurity Manything Pro is a cloud SaaS solution which allows users to access their video through an Apple or Android mobile app. Integrators can manage their customers through the Manything Pro partner portal and can install the software onto a compatible camera in under 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app – no additional hardware, port forwarding or router configuration is required. The software is optimized to minimize bandwidth consumption, and cybersecurity is built into the solution to help users protect their data. An unlimited number of cameras can be added for live viewing for free – users only pay for select cameras that are recording to the cloud. Manything can manage all billing and renewals, freeing the integrator or dealer to simply collect ongoing commissions. A white label solution is also available for large dealers and integrators. “We believe Manything Pro can be a default offering for every camera installation,” continued Mr. West. “It’s a turnkey solution for integrators that’s easy to pitch, implement and manage – bringing reliable cloud surveillance recording and viewing to users.”
Manything, providers of cloud video recording and remote monitoring services with more than 850,000 registered users globally, is introducing Manything Pro for professional applications at ISC West 2018 (booth #34061). Manything Pro is a robust and secure SaaS solution offering remote surveillance viewing and offsite cloud recording, creating a new source of Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR) for integrators and dealers. Integrators can install the software onto a compatible camera in under 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app with no additional hardware Robust Functionality “Over the past 18 months, we’ve been intensely focused on the development and launch of Manything Pro as a convenient and easy new source of RMR for distributors, dealers and integrators,” said James West, CEO and Co-Founder, Manything. “And this is just the beginning; development is already in full swing to further expand Manything Pro’s compatibility with cameras from more manufacturers such as Axis and Dahua, as well as the ability to integrate our software with NVRs/DVRs. Our go to market strategy entails engineering robust functionality first, then enhancing the platform with more advanced features such as AI.” Implementing Manything Pro is fast and easy. Integrators can install the software onto a compatible camera in under 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app with no additional hardware, no port forwarding or router configuration required. An unlimited number of cameras can be added for live viewing for free – users only pay for select cameras that are recording to the cloud. Mobile Accessibility With Remote Camera Control Users can view installed cameras from anywhere via an Apple or Android app, with convenient remote camera control and the ability to save video locally and/or to the cloud. Manything Pro’s software automatically adjusts frame rate, bit rate and resolution to ensure recorded events can be sent to the cloud even in poor network conditions. Manything Pro’s advanced security features ensure installed cameras are non-discoverable and have UPnP and NAT disabled Manything Pro’s advanced security features ensure peace of mind for users as well. Installed cameras are non-discoverable and have UPnP and NAT disabled. Users view video transmitted over an encrypted TLS or HTTPS channel, and video is stored and encrypted in Amazon Web Services. Camera passwords are also encrypted, and never transmitted outside the local network. Turnkey Solution For Security Integrators To make it as easy as possible, Manything can manage all billing and renewals, and simply distribute commissions. A white label solution is also available for large dealers and integrators. “Our objective is to make Manything Pro a default offering for every surveillance installation,” continued Mr. West. “For integrators, this is the turnkey solution they’ve been looking for – it is easy to pitch, quick to implement and convenient to manage while delivering reliable cloud surveillance recording and viewing for their customers, which all add up to increased profitability.”
Manything, providers of cloud video recording and remote monitoring services with more than 850,000 registered users globally, is introducing Manything Pro at this year’s ISC West show (booth #34061). With six years of cloud video expertise, Manything is now empowering professional security dealers and integrators to offer remote viewing and offsite cloud surveillance recording, creating a new source of Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR), with extreme ease. Remote Monitoring With Mobile Accessibility “Integrators, dealers and distributors can receive immediate benefits from Manything Pro – it is easy to pitch and deploy, and we handle the recurring billing for them and pay their commission. It’s that simple,” said James West, CEO and Co-Founder, Manything. “With our new business model, surveillance professionals can conveniently and seamlessly add remote video monitoring and storage without the hassle usually associated with RMR.”Manything Pro a highly affordable, turnkey solution that’s easy to pitch, implement and manage for reliable cloud surveillance recording and viewing Manything Pro is a cloud SaaS solution which allows users to access their video through an Apple or Android mobile app. Integrators can manage their customers through the Manything Pro partner portal and can install the software onto a compatible camera in under 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app – no additional hardware, port forwarding or router configuration is required. Built-In Cybersecurity Manything Pro is optimized to minimize bandwidth consumption, and cybersecurity is built into the solution to help users protect their data. An unlimited number of cameras can be added for live viewing for free – users only pay for select cameras that are recording to the cloud. Manything manages all billing and renewals, freeing the integrator or dealer to simply collect ongoing commissions. A white label solution is also available for large dealers and integrators. “We believe that Manything Pro can become a default offering for every camera installation,” continued Mr. West. “It’s a highly affordable, turnkey solution that’s easy to pitch, implement and manage for reliable cloud surveillance recording and viewing.”
In today’s highly interactive and interconnected world, cybersecurity is not restricted to the IT department – it threatens and affects every connected device in every department. As connectivity continues to expand, the risks will increase. In this environment, surveillance and physical security systems will continue to play a critical role in keeping organizations, staff and visitors safe. It is vital to understand what the cybersecurity threats are to physical security systems, how protections from cyber-attacks can be implemented and how security professionals must plan for incident recovery and ongoing protection. Combating Cyber Security Risks At ISC West, on April 11, 2018 from 3:45-4:45 pm located in Sands Room #309 - Level 1, a panel discussion of industry experts, comprised of renowned executives representing surveillance, cloud access control, biometrics, identity management, and other categories will address these important cybersecurity topics. The ISC West Education Session, ‘Another Brick in the Firewall: Security Leaders Discuss the Elements of Complete Cyber Protection’, will include discussions about how individual countermeasures help to build an overall protection system. It’s critical that cybersecurity countermeasures are implemented to create a proactive and effective cyber defence" The panelists will include Rick Caruthers, Executive VP for Galaxy Control Systems; Stuart Rawling, Director of Business Development for Pelco by Schneider Electric; Kurt Meason, VP of Technology and Product Support for Boon Edam; Simon Morgan, CTO of SureView Systems; Shiraz Kapadia, CEO and President for Invixium; James West, CEO and Co-Founder for Manything, and Bud Broomhead, Chief Executive Officer of Viakoo. It will be moderated by Tim Purpura, VP and Group Publisher of Security Systems News. Effective Cyber Defence “Cybersecurity risks continue to be an ongoing and increasing threat to installed surveillance and physical security systems, as well as organizations’ data,” said Rick Caruthers, Executive VP for Galaxy Control Systems. “It’s critical that cybersecurity countermeasures are implemented across physical and logical infrastructure to create a proactive and effective cyber defense.”
Manything, providers of cloud video recording and remote monitoring services with more than 850,000 registered users globally, is bringing their six years of cloud expertise to the professional security industry with the launch of Manything Pro at ISC West 2018 (booth #34061). Manything began as an app allowing users to turn spare smartphones and tablets into home security cameras. The solution has now grown to empower professional security dealers and integrators to offer remote viewing and offsite cloud surveillance recording, creating a new source of Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR), with extreme ease. Remote Video Monitoring And Storage “Manything Pro delivers immediate benefits for surveillance professionals by providing them with a cloud recording and monitoring solution that is simple to execute, and takes care of the recurring billing for them once the sale is closed,” said James West, CEO and Co-Founder, Manything. “This new business model makes it possible for surveillance professionals to seamlessly add remote video monitoring and storage without any of the hassles associated with recurring billing. We do all the heavy lifting for them, which makes the value proposition for Manything Pro as a new source of RMR even more attractive.” Manything Pro is a cloud SaaS solution which allows users to access their video through an Apple or Android mobile app Manything Pro is a cloud SaaS solution which allows users to access their video through an Apple or Android mobile app. Resellers can manage their customers through the Manything Pro partner portal and can install the software onto a compatible camera in under 5 minutes directly from the Manything Pro app – no additional hardware, port forwarding or router configuration is required. Built-in Cybersecurity The software is optimized to minimize bandwidth consumption, and cybersecurity is built into the solution to help users protect their data. An unlimited number of cameras can be added for live viewing for free – users only pay for select cameras that are recording to the cloud. Manything can manage all billing and renewals, freeing the integrator or dealer to simply collect ongoing commissions. A white label solution is also available for large dealers and integrators. “It’s an easy choice to make Manything Pro a default offering for every camera installation,” continued Mr. West. “It’s a highly affordable, turnkey solution that’s easy to sell, implement and manage for reliable cloud surveillance recording and viewing.”
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