Rhombus
Rhombus offers a state-of-the-art console for physical security management, providing tools such as smart search to find footage quickly, multi-camera investigations, and automatic event indexing. Its
What is Rhombus?
Rhombus is a cloud-based physical security management platform designed to help organisations monitor and manage video surveillance across multiple locations. It provides a centralised console where security teams can search, review, and analyse footage from unlimited cameras without managing on-premises servers. The platform uses automatic event indexing to flag activity of interest, reducing the time spent manually reviewing hours of video. It's built for organisations that need to coordinate security across multiple sites or departments, from small businesses to larger enterprises managing dozens of locations.
Key Features
Smart search
Find specific footage quickly using metadata and activity detection rather than scrubbing through hours of video
Multi-camera investigation
View and analyse footage from multiple cameras simultaneously to track incidents across locations
Automatic event indexing
The system flags and categorises notable events, making it easier to locate relevant footage
Unlimited camera management
Add as many cameras as needed to the platform without additional per-camera licensing
Centralised user and location management
Control access permissions and organise cameras by site or department from one interface
Cloud-based storage and access
Review footage from anywhere with an internet connection without local servers
Pros & Cons
Advantages
- Scalable for growing organisations; adding new locations or cameras doesn't require significant infrastructure investment
- Reduces investigation time through intelligent indexing and multi-camera search capabilities
- No on-premises hardware required; setup and maintenance are handled by Rhombus
- Freemium model allows smaller organisations to test the platform before committing to paid tiers
Limitations
- Cloud-only architecture means footage access depends on internet connectivity; organisations with poor connectivity may experience delays
- Effectiveness of automatic event indexing varies depending on camera quality and lighting conditions
- Pricing details for paid tiers are not clearly published, making budget planning difficult for growing accounts
Use Cases
Retail chains reviewing incidents across multiple store locations
Office buildings tracking access and activity across different floors or departments
Incident investigation teams gathering evidence from multiple angles for security reviews
Property managers monitoring vacant buildings or construction sites remotely
Event venues or stadiums coordinating security responses using footage from numerous camera angles