As industries rapidly embrace AI and edge computing, the demand for intelligent surveillance systems that offer real-time insights and autonomous responsiveness has surged. From manufacturing to smart cities, security infrastructures are evolving beyond passive monitoring to proactive, AI-driven decision-making. However, integrating scalable, resilient, and manageable AI solutions across distributed environments remains a significant challenge. The joint solution from Portwell and Network Optix directly addresses this by combining rugged AI hardware with intuitive management software to deliver enterprise-grade intelligence at the edge.
Portwell, a global leader in embedded computing, has partnered with Network Optix (Nx), a pioneer in video management and AI integration platforms, to introduce a unified edge AI surveillance solution. This collaboration combines Portwell’s industrial-grade computing systems with Nx’s AI Manager and EVOS platform, simplifying deployment, centralizing AI model management, and streamlining real-time analytics. Designed for dynamic and distributed environments, this turnkey solution enables faster implementation of custom AI video intelligence, offering enhanced manageability, scalability, and system resilience.
Network Optix’s AI Manager simplifies and structures AI deployment at the edge. With features like remote AI model management, scalable AI pipeline configuration, and seamless device integration, it empowers organizations to control and adapt AI behavior in real time. Cloud-based deployment ensures agility across multiple locations, while native integration with the Nx EVOS video management system bridges AI-powered events with intelligent video workflows. The result is a responsive, low-latency platform tailored for critical surveillance and monitoring applications.
Portwell’s edge platforms form the robust backbone of this joint solution. Featuring the PJAI-100 powered by NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ modules and the WEBS-45J1 series equipped with Hailo and DEEPX AI modules, these systems offer versatile AI acceleration options. The PEDB-2311, built on the Intel® Core™ Ultra processor, adds x86 flexibility. Each system is designed for industrial environments, providing wide-temperature operation support, a space-saving footprint, and flexible expansion — ideal for autonomous decision-making where uptime and reliability are paramount.
By integrating Portwell’s high-performance AI hardware with Network Optix’s intuitive AI orchestration, this collaboration enables flexible deployment across various industries, including smart cities, manufacturing, transportation, and critical infrastructure. For instance, a smart factory can deploy edge nodes running Nx AI Manager to detect safety violations, while city surveillance systems benefit from real-time object recognition and crowd analytics. This synergy transforms passive video into proactive intelligence, simplifying operations and enhancing responsiveness.
The Portwell and Network Optix partnership exemplifies the spirit of Industry 4.0 — integrating AI, connectivity, and automation to transform traditional operations. By uniting cutting-edge hardware and software, the two companies deliver a ready-to-deploy, AI-enhanced solution that empowers enterprises to meet evolving surveillance challenges. Together, they reaffirm their commitment to accelerating innovation, enhancing safety, and enabling real-time intelligence at the edge for ever-emerging “AI Next” use cases.