Lenel Overview

Lenel is a major access control manufacturer who offers some video management options.

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  • Lenel Partners Angry, Lenel Does Not Care on Sep 01, 2016
    Even more than Arecont, one manufacturer stands out for consistent complaints - Lenel. Over the past few years, no manufacturer has had more complaints in as many areas as...
  • Lenel's Frustrating New Process For Integration Partnership on Aug 24, 2016
    Anyone out there getting the process moving with Lenel's "new" OAAP program? Are you as frustrated at the bureaucracy as I am? Seems like I have to pay...
  • Axxon Next VMS 4.0 Tested on Aug 24, 2016
    ...Avigilon, Exacq, Genetec, and Milestone, almost all integrate with common access control platforms, such as Lenel or Software House. Axxon has some of these integrations, such as Paxton access, Suprema...
  • Directory Of 93 Video Management Software (VMS) Suppliers on Aug 15, 2016
    ... Lenel, Prism, US. Lenel's New VMS: PRISM LENSEC (i), Perspective, US Logiware, Go1984,...
  • Access Control Does Not Want ONVIF on Jul 27, 2016
    ...and AMAG for example) are strictly proprietary in the hardware they support, while other majors like Lenel minimize the marketing of 3rd party hardware reliance and instead primarily feature, warranty,...
  • Software House Access Control Company Profile on May 02, 2016
    ... Platform Cost C-Cure is priced competitively similar to high end competitors Lenel and Honeywell ProWatch, and generally near the top end of commercial access systems. C-Cure's...
  • Cyber Security For Video Surveillance Study on Apr 27, 2016
    This study provides the foundations for video surveillance professionals to understand the...
  • AMAG Access Control Company Profile on Mar 18, 2016
    In our 12th access control company profile, we examine AMAG Symmetry access control...
  • Genetec Access Control Company Profile on Mar 02, 2016
    ... Integration modules to other access systems, like Lenel OnGuard are priced at ~$4500. An optional Software Maintenance Agreement (SMA) costs ~$500...
  • Worst VMS Manufacturers 2016 on Feb 29, 2016
    ... The Big 3 [premium_content] The 3 VMSes with the most votes were: OnSSI Lenel Pelco Our interpretation is that (1) these companies had problems with their VMSes before,...
  • UTC / Interlogix / Lenel Layoffs on Feb 26, 2016
    ...have confirmed to IPVM significant layoffs inside of UTC's security divisions - notably Interlogix and Lenel. In this note, we examine the cuts, where those businesses are at, and what the impact will...
  • Lenel Access Control Company Profile on Feb 23, 2016
    In our 10th access company profile, we examine Lenel OnGuard access control platform: Comparing Lenel to their competition Examining their...
  • Lenel Layoffs on Feb 18, 2016
    Does anyone have details on the recent layoffs at Lenel. Rumors, as they are, are stating 20 plus sales staff being let go. Any validity to this?
  • Directory Of IPVM Access Control Company Profiles on Feb 09, 2016
    ...DSX Profile Genetec Profile Honeywell NetAXS Profile Honeywell ProWatch Profile Keyscan Profile Lenel Profile Paxton Profile RS2 Profile Software House Profile Tyco Kantech Profile
  • Brivo Access Control Company Profile on Feb 09, 2016
    ...Access Control Company Profile Tyco Kantech Access Control Company Profile Upcoming profiles include Lenel and Software House's C-CURE. Have other suggestions?  Let us know in the comments below.
  • Honeywell Pro-Watch Access Control Profile on Feb 01, 2016
    ... This is moderately higher than a similar Lenel, Software House, S2, or DSX based system that would cost ~$700 - $1200 for similar two door...
  • RS2 Access Control Company Profile on Jan 13, 2016
    ... This indeed is a benefit compared to major providers like Software House or Lenel that charge additional fees for ongoing support. However, this support does not cover software...
  • DSX Access Control Company Profile on Dec 02, 2015
    ...platform is typically used by larger, multi-site end users looking for alternatives to platforms like Lenel or CCURE. The DSX platform is only available through a dealer resell channel, and pricing and...
  • Lenel OnGuard Camera Info on Oct 12, 2015
    Does anyone know if Lenel keeps camera info such as IP addresses and camera logins in some sort of XML or similar type...
  • BluB0X - The Most Ambitious Security Startup in Years on Sep 23, 2015
    ..." Their name is BluB0X (with a zero / 0 not a O), led by industry veterans who aim to beat Lenel and Software, taking an unconventional approach to funding and building their company. In this...
  • Access Control Advanced Features Guide on Sep 15, 2015
    ... Common enterprise-grade platforms offer additional 'software module' solutions, including: Lenel AMAG Software House Continental Honeywell Time & Attendance Costs Readers: You could...
  • Axis vs HID vs Mercury Access Controllers on Jul 07, 2015
    ... One example is with Lenel's NGP panels. While near duplicates of Mercury designs (even to the point of warranting a...
  • Can I Integrate Lenel With Honeywell? on Jun 30, 2015
    Hi Does anyone have experience integrating Lenel access control to another enterprise level access control system? I am reviewing a proposal to...
  • Avigilon Access Control Tested on Jun 22, 2015
    ... IPVM already has major access control reports on Lenel OnGuard Tested as well as Genetec and Milestone Access Tested. Now, IPVM bought Avigilon's...
  • Security Job Opportunity - Lenel System Ohio on Jun 03, 2015
    http://jobs.cardinalhealth.com/en-US/Job-Details/Senior-Advisor-Security-Job/Dublin-OH-Cardinal-P...
  • Axis P3364's Reverting From “Auto” IR Cut Filter To “On” on Mar 24, 2015
    ... My VMS is Lenel, OnGuard version 7. Axis Support advised it “must be coming from the VMS”. Not too reassuring...
  • Worst Access Products - 100 Integrators Sound Off on Feb 18, 2015
    ..." "Lenel - their tech support sucks!! If you don't update your certification, they won't even speak to...
  • What 51 Members Want Us To Test on Feb 05, 2015
    ... Does price really get you anything? What do most installers use? Lenel OnGuard 7.0 VMS. With the new upgrade out for more than a few months now I am curious to see how...
  • Lenel Access Control And Video Management Systems on Feb 03, 2015
    Lenel is a big boy in the Access Control arena, but not so much in the Video Management arena. My...
  • Access Control Lines Gaining and Losing Ground on Dec 04, 2014
    ...responses illustrate poor service, stagnant product development, or lack of support as key reasons: "Lenel. We have a lot of Lenel/UTC Facility Commander large clients & this product is being talked...
  • Best & Worst Manufacturer Salespeople on Nov 10, 2014
    ..." Weak - Lenel The standout access control manufacturer, and not in a good way, was Lenel, with two best but...
  • Lenel New Release OnGuard 7.0 Examined on Nov 06, 2014
    Access giant Lenel has announced a new version of their management platform OnGuard 7.0.   With the update,...
  • Lenel Access Reader Distance Issue on Oct 27, 2014
    Trying to find a solution to an "Invalid Card Format " issue using the Lenel Access control system. Issue is a Distance issue for the Reader data. In the past we have used...
  • Video Insight Gives Away Access Control Free on Sep 24, 2014
    ...Insight's initial access management version does not include features found in mature platforms like Lenel, Software House, or S2 such as custom reporting, badge printing, and integration with intrusion,...
  • Lenel OnGuard Tested on Sep 17, 2014
    Lenel is one of the biggest names in Access Control with many thousands of systems installed around...
  • Access Control Server Guide on Sep 09, 2014
    ... For example, take a look at how specification varies for the platforms below: Lenel goEntry (now Intelogix truPortal) vs. OnGuard: goEntry / truPortal is serverless and panel...
  • Lenel OnGuard Live Webinar on Aug 26, 2014
    On Monday September 8th at 11am EDT, IPVM will host a webinar on Lenel OnGuard, doing a live review of the software and taking your questions throughout. This is a...
  • Worst Manufacturer Support 2014 on Jul 30, 2014
    ..."  Lenel and Verint - Bad No integrator had anything positive to say about Lenel nor Verint's support...
  • Here Is A List Of Lenel Dealers And Sales People on Jul 19, 2014
    Check out this list of Lenel sales people and a finder that outputs Lenel integrators. The integrator search tool shows...
  • Favorite Access Control Software 2014 on Jul 16, 2014
    What are the favorite access control software platforms? Is it the elder incumbents like Honeywell, Lenel and Software House? Or can newer providers like Brivo, Genetec or S2 make a dent? Just like we...
  • Lenel Skypoint 3.5 EV Installation And Commissioning Problems on Jun 03, 2014
    Project Description: Our project has 2300 Axis cameras (with majority 3343 models), 23 LNVR (Lenel NVR) with RC-C skypoint recorder installed and one main server for Base Server application (Sky...
  • Milestone Access Control 2014 Released on May 28, 2014
    ...number of platforms has grown, the platform still lacks integration with leading access platforms such as Lenel, SoftwareHouse, or even S2 that have developed competing VMS platforms. With this update,...
  • Access Control New Products Spring 2014 on Apr 14, 2014
    ...   Quiet Incumbents So what is new for big names like Lenel, SoftwareHouse, and Honeywell? Answer: not much. Aside from a quiet smattering...
  • Should I Switch To Lenel Or OnSSI VMS? on Mar 04, 2014
    Right now Lenel and OnSSI are offering free licencing deals since Lenel will stop selling skypoint. Lenel are...
  • Tyco Kantech New Combo Door Controller Reviewed on Feb 18, 2014
    ... Is this a smart move that will allow Kantech to keep customers away from the likes of Lenel, Honeywell, and Software House? We examine the controller and its impact in the note...
  • Using Video Analytics For Anti-Tailgating At Access Controlled... on Jan 02, 2014
    ... My client is using Lenel OnGuard and Axis IP cameras. They are currently using Lenel VMS, but are searching for a new...
  • Using DataCard CP80 Printer With Lenel OnGuard on Oct 07, 2013
    Has anyone had experience using the DataCard CP80 printer with Lenel OnGuard, especially with using the duplex and magstripe encoding options? We currently are on...
  • Software House Vs Lenel Vs Genetec on Oct 04, 2013
    ...Has anyone got a good product comparison chart that shows the main capabilities for SWH c-cure 9000 vs Lenel On Guard vs Genetec Synergis?
  • People Counting / Tracking With Axis And Lenel OnGuard on Sep 06, 2013
    ... I am thinking this is relatively straight forward using out existing VMS (Lenel OnGuard) with an Axis camera? At least according to the OnGuard documentation. That is the first...
  • Genetec Partners With Access Giant on Aug 27, 2013
    ...strategic terms, this partnership arms Genetec when competing against incumbent access providers like Lenel and Software House. Genetec clearly considers enterprise access control a base competency, and...
  • Time & Attendance Tutorial on Jul 18, 2013
    ... Common enterprise-grade platforms offer additional 'software module' solutions, including: Lenel AMAG Software House Continental Honeywell Costs Readers: You could simply use a regular...
  • Lenel OnGuard Video VMS Max Camera Support 63? on Jul 10, 2013
    An end user is reporting a problem with Lenel OnGuard Video not supporting more than 63 cameras. Anyone heard anything about this or any other...
  • Casi-Rusco Systems - What To Do With Them? on Jun 18, 2013
    ... A number of 'retrofit solutions' have been offered (ie: Middleware, AMAG/G4S, Lenel - also a UTC brand, and other 'Mercury-based' platforms), but these solutions represent new,...
  • Lenel vs Avigilon on May 31, 2013
    ...significant impacts of Avigilon's acquisition of RedCloud is how this helps Avigilon match up against Lenel. Lenel's Historical Advantage Avigilon has repeatedly stated its goal of expanding into the...
  • RedCloud Details / Avigilon Acquisition on May 30, 2013
    ... [Update: See our analysis of Lenel vs Avigilon for the potentially biggest impact of this deal.] RedCloud Financials...
  • Lenel VS OpenOptions? on May 28, 2013
    OpenOptions VS Lenel? Plus & Minus? Anyone worked on the both systems? Opinions please.
  • Best and Worst ISC West 2013 on Apr 14, 2013
    ...Dahua Don't Call it a Comeback - Mobotix The Odd Couple Steps Out - FLIR / Digimerge A Challenger to Lenel? Biometrics for Vehicles? Seinfeld Meets Surveillance? Slickest LPR Demo Most Different...
  • Hidden Access Cost: The Database on Mar 04, 2013
    ... Lenel: OnGuard can be configured either as a standalone "SQL Express" version, or as part of a "SQL...
  • Dorma Acquires Rutherford Controls on Nov 26, 2012
    ...has ventured into the access control market, but still has no offering that competes on the scale of Lenel, Software House, or DSX.  In the last year, the company has introduced a small/medium site...
  • Lenel's New VMS: PRISM on Sep 30, 2012
    A few years ago, Lenel OEM'ed OnSSI (who OEM's Milestone, etc). Now, Lenel is changing the way it does VMS by...
  • Beware of Fake Access Control Panels? on Apr 30, 2012
    ... This follows the ongoing legal battle between them and access control heavyweight Lenel Systems. In this note, we examine the ad campaign and what link exists between it and the...
  • Axis to Enter Access Control Market on Nov 08, 2011
    ...Mercury and HID, as mentioned, with numerous providers OEMing or reselling these products, including Lenel, Genetec, and NLSS. However, a number of other proprietary contollers exist, from most of the...
  • Mercury Sues Partner Lenel on Sep 06, 2011
    ...Major access control OEM Mercury Security has filed a lawsuit against leading access control provider Lenel for multiple counts of copyright infringement. This is very surprising as the two companies have...
  • Weekly Video Surveillance Link Roundup on Aug 27, 2010
    ...netcam-brochure Salient: Automated Attendant | Salient Systems iControl: TSF298290 01b IndigoVision: Lenel Certification-PR-US NLSS: NLSS HDdecoder UserGuide-6 000 NLSS: NLSS HDdecoder QuickStart-4...
  • VMS Competitive Comparison 2010 on May 22, 2010
    ...vendors, plus DVTel's product line  3rd Party System Support  Moderate Supports 5 ACS's including Lenel  Analytics Support  Moderate Supports handful of analytics providers  Enterprise...
  • 2010 Spring Surveillance Trends on Apr 01, 2010
    ...264 megapixel camera product releases shifts camera purchases Lenel/OnSSI, Arecont's Price Cuts and Avigilon's open IP support impact competitive positioning of...
  • UTC-GE Closed: What Becomes of GE Security's Products and Brands? on Feb 28, 2010
    ...the acquisition benefits the security business by: "the GES portfolio will build scale and complement Lenel's leadership in enterprise software and Onity’s capabilities in electronic locks." We are not...
  • Is UTC's Plan for GE Security a Mistake? on Nov 13, 2009
    ...strategic elements (as defined in Slide 9 of UTC's presentation): Add Edwards Fire group Complement Lenel Integrate Casi-Rusco into Lenel platform Accelerate Development of VMS platform Combine UTC...
  • UTC Acquires GE Security Examined on Nov 11, 2009
    ... Access control is a strong area with their Lenel division being one of, if not the leading, physical access control manufacturer (acquired in...
  • GE Security Sale -- UTC to Buy GE Security on Nov 10, 2009
    ... Access control is a strong area with their Lenel division being one of, if not the leading, physical access control manufacturer (acquired in...
  • VMS / NVR / DVR 2009 Mid-Year Market Review on Jul 19, 2009
    ... While OnSSI certainly has an advantage with its existing customer base and theirpartnership with Lenel, the challenge will be for OnSSI to expand the third party support that current PSIM providers...
  • Examining New Products From ISC West 2009 on Apr 10, 2009
    ...strategy shift Genetec's Technology Partner Program VideoIQ expanded video management functionality Lenel OEMing OnSSI Brivo managed video offering Low Cost Wireless Mesh Node from Qorvus for Mobotix...
  • ISC West 2009 Announcement Directory on Apr 01, 2009
    ...Micros VideoIQ expands video management functionality Access Control / Video Integration Lenel SkyPoint IP Video - OnSSI Partnership S2 Security integrates video surveillance widgets Reach...
  • Analyzing Skypoint: Lenel and OnSSI's Partnership on Apr 01, 2009
    Lenel has announced SkyPoint - an IP Video Surveillance product offering OEMed from OnSSI and...