Robotic Assistance Device’s (RAD’s) Light My Way™ offers property managers a new and better way to address nighttime security on their properties. A first of its kind, the solution puts the power of security in the hands of employees, tenants, and visitors through the combination of affordable, smart, interactive technology, a mobile app, and live remote monitoring and response services. The commercial real estate market has taken notice. RAD Light My Way is the winner of the 2021 Best Workplace Experience Award, part of CBRE’s annual Supplier Innovation Challenge.

The foundation of the Light My Way solution is RAD’s suite of artificial intelligence-driven security robotic devices. Each features a combination of high-resolution cameras, human and vehicle detection, license plate recognition, responsive digital signage and audio messaging, lights, sirens, and two-way communication with remote monitoring security personnel. Units are available in several form-factors: tower, wall-mounted panel, overhead device, and rugged, autonomous 4-wheeled rover. The devices have already proven effective at performing many of the same tasks as onsite human guards. They deter crime, identify security threats, provide autonomous and human-assisted remote response, and provide “eye witness” documentation of events via high-resolution, recorded video. Monitoring officers receive an alert whenever a device senses the motion of a human or vehicle; in troublesome situations, officers can quickly intervene if the device’s autonomous response is insufficient.

RAD Light My Way layers the capabilities of an easy to use mobile app on top of a “fleet” of RAD robotic security devices stationed on walkways, in stairwells, and throughout parking lots or structures. Via the app, subscribed users (i.e., employees, students, and tenants) can request live supervision and a virtual escort as they walk to their car. A button on their phone summons the attention of a live, remote security officer who has access to all cameras, two-way communication systems, and other integrated RAD technologies. Lights brighten, customized LED messages scroll across all RAD units, and the user can clearly hear and speak to the officer from anywhere in the protected area. The remotely monitoring officer “stays” with the individual until the pedestrian safely reaches their car or destination.

For Claudia, RAD Light My Way is a game-changer. Her company’s investment in the system frees her to take advantage of flex time. She can spend time at the office during the hours she’s most productive and when it’s most convenient for her, not based on when the sun goes down. Instead of feeling like a prospective target for assault as she walks to her car, she feels in control.

Her employer wins too. RAD Light My Way costs a fraction of what onsite officers would cost and delivers an integrated and connected facility security solution with proven results. The solution can reduce vandalism, break-ins, and other petty crimes common in parking areas. Plus, by elevating the quality of the workplace experience, properties can attract tenants, employers can boost worker morale, and companies can more successfully recruit a discerning and diverse workforce.

Isn’t it time for RAD Light My Way to light yours?