Fusus Alleges "Only Manufacturer" That "Does Not Require Complete Replacement"
Fusus has been growing rapidly and was recently acquired by Axon, the Taser / body camera provider. One important factor is an allegation they make to buyers in contracting documents about being the "only manufacturer" able to deliver key functionality.
For Background on Fusus / Axon, see:
- Axon Acquires Fusus, Expands Into VMS/PSIM, Analyzed
- Axon Fusus Financials, Valuation And Future Analyzed
- "Hacktivist" Targets Fusus, Publishes Map Of Locations
- Fusus Favorability Statistics 2023
- Fusus Cloud Aims To Be Standard For Citywide Surveillance Command And Control
In this note, we examine Fusus' allegations based on a review of over a dozen bids / potential documents, including governments, schools, and more.
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