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Welcome to the August 2025 Edition of the Network Optix Global Newsletter!
Summer may be coming to an end, but innovation across the Nx ecosystem is in full swing. This month, we’re marking a major milestone with our 10th consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 list, a rare achievement that speaks to the dedication of our team, the trust of our partners, and the strength of our global community.
You'll also discover how intelligent video is transforming disaster recovery efforts, explore the evolution of operating systems through each era of computing, and meet our premier cloud service delivery partner helping scale Nx Witness across North America. Plus, check out our latest integrations, upcoming events, and more.
What's new in this month's newsletter?
- CEO Corner: Celebrating 10 consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list and what it means for our next decade of growth.
- Company News: The evolution of operating systems, how video surveillance closes IT security gaps, and intelligent video for sports & entertainment.
- Product Updates: Paragon Micro named as our premier cloud service delivery partner in NA.
- New Integrations: Sunell in-camera analytics and Akuvox smart intercom solutions.
- Monthly Look at VI: AI-powered video in disaster response and recovery.
- Upcoming Events: Where to find us, from New Orleans to Atlanta to Colombia.
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CEO Corner: A Decade of Growth, A World of Impact.
CEO Nathan Wheeler reflects on a major milestone: 10 consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest growing private companies.
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It is with great pride and profound gratitude that I announce that Network Optix for the tenth year in a row, has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
When we founded this company fifteen years ago, our vision was to create software that could solve the complex problems of enterprise IP video, and be valued by users the world over for doing so. To look back now and see our platform actively used in over 180 countries daily is humbling (there are 195 countries on Earth). To see that global adoption translate into a full decade of sustained, high-level growth recognized by Inc. is simply extraordinary.
Making the Inc. 5000 list once is a significant achievement that reflects a period of intense effort and focus on ‘market fit’. To maintain a place on that list for ten consecutive years is a testament to something more: consistency, resilience, and an unwavering and passionate commitment to our mission. It demonstrates a long-term trust that has been placed in us by our customers around the globe.
This achievement belongs to our incredibly talented team, whose innovative spirit and dedication to our mission are the engine behind everything we do. It also very much belongs to our channel partners, building amazing business solutions upon our enterprise video platform. From our headquarters in Walnut Creek CA, to every corner of the world, your partnership, feedback, and belief in our product have fueled this journey the whole way so far.
Thank you for being a part of our story. We are more energized than ever to continue innovating, building, and serving you for the decade to come. - Nathan Wheeler, Network Optix Founder & CEO
Company News
Operating Systems Through the Years
From mainframes to SaaS, operating systems have shaped every era of technology. See how this evolution led to Nx EVOS, a video-powered, AI-driven OS for enterprise intelligence.
Closing Gaps In IT Security With Video
Firewalls and access controls aren't enough on their own. Learn why more Managed Service Providers are adding video surveillance to their security stack to deliver stronger, end-to-end protection.
Video AI for Sports & Entertainment
From smarter crowd control to personalized fan engagement, explore how video intelligence can enhance safety, optimize performance, and elevate the live experience.
What Makes a Platform MSP-Ready?
Not all surveillance platforms fit the MSP model. Discover six must-have features that make surveillance easy to deliver, scale, and manage as a service.
Product Updates
Nx Names Paragon Micro as Premier
Cloud Service Delivery Partner in NA
Nx partners with Paragon Micro to accelerate Nx Witness Enterprise deployments across North America, bringing scalable, cloud-first video solutions to more resellers and end users.
New Integrations
Akuvox Smart Intercom
The Akuvox Smart Intercom integration brings smart intercom and access control into Nx solutions, allowing users to view, record, and manage intercom events directly within the platform. With support for remote door unlock and real-time alerts, this integration enables faster response and simplifies secure entry across smart building environments.
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Sunell In-Camera Analytics
The Sunell In-Camera Analytics integration connects a full portfolio of AI-enabled devices to Nx software, including panoramic, ANPR, bi-spectrum thermal, and explosion-proof cameras. Through a plugin built on the Meta SDK, users can access advanced video analytics like behavior detection, temperature monitoring, and vehicle tracking, enabling intelligent, real-time monitoring across a wide range of environments.
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Monthly Look at Video Intelligence:
Disaster Response and Aid
Each month, we explore a new application of video intelligence that could be built on the Nx EVOS platform. This time, we're taking a look at how intelligent video systems can support emergency response and disaster recovery. From real-time situational awareness to post-event damage assessment, Nx EVOS can help communities respond faster and more effectively when it matters most.
Real Time Surveillance Where Every Second Counts
When natural disasters strike, time is critical and limited. Whether the event is a wildfire, flood, earthquake, or hurricane, emergency teams depend on accurate real-time information to assess conditions on the ground and make quick decisions to save lives.
Standard video systems can offer some coverage but often require manual monitoring to identify threats or changes. Video intelligence solves this challenge by automatically surfacing meaningful insights.
Public safety platforms like LeoSight, Veoci, and FIRIS already use video and sensor data to support emergency operations. These systems combine feeds from fixed cameras, drones, satellites, and IoT sensors to deliver a clearer picture of unfolding events. By adding artificial intelligence, they can detect smoke, recognize damaged infrastructure, track crowd movement, and identify blocked roads or abnormal behavior.
Using Nx EVOS, developers could build similar capabilities and customize them to the needs of specific agencies or response teams. For example, intelligent detection can identify heat sources through smoke during fires, and AI models can be used to flag flooded streets or downed power lines and deliver alerts in real time. With edge processing and reliable system performance, these capabilities could even work in environments with limited network availability.
Streamlining Damage Assessment and Recovery
After an emergency, the next challenge is assessing damage and beginning recovery efforts. Manually inspecting large areas is time-consuming and often dangerous. Video intelligence can simplify this process.
Solutions like Pano AI use intelligent cameras and data models to evaluate post-event conditions. They help classify structural damage, identify high-risk areas, and guide relief operations. In these cases, video becomes more than surveillance. It becomes a source of real-time insights that support insurance claims, infrastructure repair, and aid coordination.
With Nx EVOS, developers can create similar tools using existing camera infrastructure. This enables emergency services, insurers, and municipalities to collect actionable information without needing to be physically on site.
A Smarter Framework For Modern Crisis Response
Emergency management is evolving. As climate events become more frequent and urban populations continue to grow, traditional systems are no longer enough. Intelligent video is becoming essential.
Nx EVOS provides the foundation to build next-generation emergency response solutions. It supports AI model deployment, edge processing, open integration, and multi-source data input out of the box. Whether identifying early signs of a wildfire, monitoring evacuation routes, or mapping damage after a major storm, Nx EVOS helps developers create solutions that make emergency response faster, safer, and more coordinated.
Looking Ahead
Video intelligence is already helping public agencies, private responders, and technology partners close key gaps in emergency management. With Nx EVOS, developers have the flexibility and tools to build video-driven systems that deliver real-time value during the most critical moments.
Upcoming Events
As we continue into 2025, we're looking forward to exhibiting our latest innovations at several key events in the third quarter. Stop by to meet our team and get an exclusive demo!
- ITS World Congress
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August 25th-28th | Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia
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What are we showcasing? Nx Go and the advanced capabilities of Gen 6 Enterprise, including Nx Connect, Nx AI Manager, Nx Maps, and more.
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- Security Exhibition & Conference
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August 27th-29th | International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia
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What are we showcasing? Nx Witness and the advanced capabilities of Gen 6 Enterprise, including Nx Connect, Nx Maps, and more.
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- ESS Colombia
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August 27th-29th | Corferias Bogota, Bogota, Columbia
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What are we showcasing? Nx Witness and the advanced capabilities of Gen 6 Enterprise, including Nx Connect, Nx Maps, and more.
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- GSX
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September 29th-October 1st | Ernest N Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana
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What are we showcasing? Nx Witness, and the advanced capabilities of Gen 6 Enterprise, including Nx Connect, Nx AI Manager, Nx Maps, and more.
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