System Features |
OxBlue |
Others |
Notes |
| Fully integrated turnkey system |
YES |
NO |
Other systems require clients to assemble hardware and configure
software components. OxBlue has the industry’s only completely turnkey, standardized system. |
| Cellular wireless image transmission standard |
YES |
|
Some vendors claim to provide wireless image transmission, but it’s not their
strength. OxBlue specializes in wireless with proprietary technology, experience and relationships within
the
cellular industry. Coverage is offered throughout the U.S. and international coverage is always expanding. |
| Hosted project
website for easy access to images - standard |
YES |
|
Hosted project website comes standard, no maintenance required, easy user access. |
| Easy, intuitive user interface |
YES |
|
Standard features include calendar-based image archive, digital zoom, image emailing
within the application. |
| Enhanced software for project analysis |
YES |
|
OxBlue Pro interface includes powerful software features for analyzing projects. |
| Superior image quality for the end-user |
YES |
|
Most webcam systems have grainy images – not good for project analysis. Beyond OxBlue’s high-def 3 megapixel webcams (6 mp available), our system is optimized throughout to deliver superior image quality to the end user with fast loading times. |
Scalable for enterprise-wide use on multiple sites |
YES |
|
Most webcams are designed, at best, for use on a single project. OxBlue’s
back-end architecture, datacenter infrastructure and client side interface are set-up for any number of projects and
users. |
| Secure password protected login |
YES |
|
Password protect your project’s website and centrally manage passwords for multiple jobsites. |
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Hardware |
OxBlue |
Others |
Notes |
| Fully integrated plug and play hardware system |
YES |
|
Unpack it, mount it and plug in power – images are sent
automatically. No configuration needed. |
| High definition digital cameras standard |
YES
|
|
OxBlue’s high quality 3 mega pixel imaging is a standard feature,
making it a more powerful tool for project analysis. 6 mega pixel resolution also available. |
| Integrated Power Surge Protection |
YES |
|
An important and often overlooked requirement. Built-in surge/noise suppression
to protect the webcam against surges from thunderstorms and construction equipment tied to the same power
source. |
| Easy, intuitive user interface |
YES |
|
The OxBlue interface is an easy to use and powerful tool for
accessing your jobsite images. Zoom in on the details or drill down to a specific event in the history of your
project. |
| Unlimited image storage |
YES |
|
Some vendors charge setup fees for image storage. Others
charge for the number of images uploaded and/or storage based on usage. OxBlue provides unlimited storage. |
| Secure image storage |
YES |
|
Security and redundancy are top priorities, OxBlue uses a redundant array of secure
servers and firewalls at multiple physical locations to maintain high availability and reduce risk. |
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Pricing, Service and Warranty |
OxBlue |
Others |
Notes |
| Transparent, easy to understand pricing |
YES |
|
OxBlue’s pricing is transparent and all-inclusive: a one-time hardware price and simple monthly fee for hosting and service. |
| No Contracts |
YES |
|
No contracts, service is month to month. Client may suspend service at any time.
You only pay for the days you have images. |
| All-inclusive pricing, no surprises |
YES |
|
Some vendors offer a confusing array of pricing schemes and hardware / service scenarios. This makes for a time-consuming procurement process. Not OxBlue. |
| Lifetime warranty |
YES |
|
If for any reason your system is not working, we will
repair or replace the hardware at no
charge. |
| Free expert support |
YES |
|
With our construction industry experience we'll work with you to find the best
location for your cameras, walk you through every step of implementation process and monitor that the system is
working 24x7
for the duration of the project. All included as part of our standard service. |
| Centralized 24x7 monitoring of connections and image quality |
YES |
|
We remotely monitor all webcam systems on the network; we know within moments if
there is a problem and will take proactive steps to correct it, often without the customer ever noticing. |
| Free overnight shipping & returns |
YES |
|
All standard shipping to and from the jobsite is free. |
| Exceptional system reliability |
YES |
|
High system reliability. The reasons: no lines to cut, built in surge protection,
heaters, blowers, centralized hosting and 24x7 system monitoring. |
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