Esri ArcGIS integration for Genetec Security Center

Esri ArcGIS

    Physical security operations increasingly rely on spatial context. Combining Genetec Security Center data with an enterprise-grade Geographic Information System (GIS) unlocks richer situational awareness and faster decision-making. Esri ArcGIS is the undisputed leader in geographic information systems and delivers the most advanced mapping and spatial analysis capabilities on the market. The ADDONXPERT Esri ArcGIS plugin connects Genetec Security Center and Esri ArcGIS through a bi-directional integration in which each platform keeps its role: Security Center remains the source of truth for security entities (cameras, doors, readers, ALPR cameras, intrusion inputs, etc.) and their attributes, while Esri ArcGIS becomes the authoritative system of record for spatial location and mapping, including building floor level on georeferenced floorplans.

    • Secure delta synchronization: Communication with the Esri ArcGIS REST API at configurable intervals, transferring only the differences between the two systems.

    • Automatic entity placement: Automatic placement of Security Center entities on the correct area and map (building, floor) based on Esri ArcGIS location data.

    • Automatic creation of areas and maps: Optional generation of areas and maps in Security Center from the Esri ArcGIS data structure.

    • Configurable attribute mapping: Mapping between Security Center attributes and Esri ArcGIS feature attributes, with a per-attribute source of truth.

    • Logging and diagnostics: Detailed logs, validation messages, dedicated error map for entities that fail synchronization — for easier monitoring and auditing.

    • Security Center failover support: The plugin supports automatic failover to a backup server, like any Security Center role.

    • Native Security Center integration: The plugin is installed as a standard Security Center role and is fully configured from the Config Tool.

    The Esri ArcGIS plugin lets security operators get the best of both worlds: the operational richness of Genetec Security Center and the mapping power of Esri ArcGIS, combined in a smooth, maintainable integration.

Plugin features

Technical diagram
Technical diagram of the Esri ArcGIS plugin
Configuration in Config Tool
    In the Security Center Config Tool, the Esri ArcGIS plugin is configured in three sections:

  • Esri ArcGIS communication: feature server URL, access token, synchronization interval and timeout
  • Custom configuration: main Security Center map, errors map, ObjectID custom field
  • Field mapping: mapping between Security Center attributes and Esri ArcGIS attributes, with source of truth per attribute


Key features and capabilities

FeatureDescription
sync Synchronization
Bi-directional synchronizationBi-directional communication between Genetec Security Center and Esri ArcGIS via the Esri ArcGIS REST API.
Delta synchronizationOnly the differences between the two systems are transferred on each cycle, optimizing bandwidth and performance.
Configurable intervalSynchronization cadence configurable between 60 and 3600 seconds, with a minimum interval enforced by the plugin.
Synchronization timeoutMaximum duration of a synchronization cycle is configurable; a warning is raised if exceeded.
map Mapping and positioning
Automatic entity placementPlacement of Security Center entities on the correct area and map (building, floor) based on Esri ArcGIS data.
Georeferenced floorplans with floor levelSupport for multi-floor georeferenced floorplans managed in Esri ArcGIS.
Main Security Center mapDefinition of the main map on which synchronized entities are placed.
Errors mapDedicated map receiving entities for which synchronization failed, to facilitate diagnosis.
Automatic creation of areas and mapsOptional generation of areas and maps in Security Center from the Esri ArcGIS structure.
swap_horiz Attribute mapping
Security Center / Esri ArcGIS mappingConfigurable mapping between Security Center attributes (properties, custom fields) and Esri ArcGIS feature attributes.
Per-attribute source of truthPer-attribute definition of the system that owns the value: Security Center or Esri ArcGIS. Values from the source of truth overwrite the other side.
ObjectID custom fieldAssociation of Security Center entities to their Esri ArcGIS feature via an ObjectID custom field defined on each synchronized entity type.
shield Security and connectivity
Secure HTTPS connectionCommunication with the Esri ArcGIS feature server exclusively over HTTPS.
Token authenticationAuthentication to Esri ArcGIS via an access token provided by the Esri ArcGIS administrator.
bug_report Diagnostics and monitoring
Validation messagesOK, warning and error messages displayed in the Config Tool to reflect the plugin status.
Detailed loggingTraces accessible through the Windows Event Viewer and Security Center Trace Recorders.
Performance monitoringPerformance monitoring subsystem integrated in the plugin.
integration_instructions Genetec integration
Native Security Center roleThe plugin is installed as a standard Security Center role and is configured from the Config Tool.
Failover supportAutomatic failover to a backup server, with a list of servers allowed to run the role.
Security Center compatibilityCompatible with Security Center 5.11 and later versions.

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