IP alarm transmission is becoming the new standard following the shutdown of 2G/3G networks and PSTN. To support remote monitoring centers through this major transition, Azursoft announces a new technology partnership with AddSecure, a leading European provider of secure alarm transmission solutions.
The End of 2G/3G and PSTN: A Strategic Turning Point for Remote Monitoring
The retirement of legacy communication networks is reshaping the electronic security industry. Many intrusion and fire alarm installations still rely on technologies reaching end of life.
The planned shutdown of 2G/3G networks and PSTN requires organizations to modernize their infrastructures quickly.
For remote monitoring centers, the challenge is strategic. It is no longer simply about replacing hardware, but about:
- ensuring alarm transmission continuity
- maintaining contractual service quality
- protecting customer commitments
- remaining compliant with industry standards
- preparing the migration to sustainable IP-based architectures
Without proper planning, organizations face communication failures, loss of supervision and reduced operational performance. Migrating to IP has become a strategic and technical priority.
AddSecure : un spécialiste européen de la transmission d’alarme IP sécurisée
To address these changes, Azursoft focuses on its expertise in remote monitoring software while relying on trusted technology partners for critical hardware components.
The partnership with AddSecure follows this strategy. Operating in 16 countries and with more than 600,000 deployed devices, AddSecure offers proven expertise in mission-critical environments.
This partnership goes beyond validating a transmitter. Its objective is to build a reliable, interoperable and long-lasting ecosystem for remote monitoring centers.
A Validated Solution for the Horus Ecosystem
As part of this partnership, Azursoft has tested and validated the AddSecure IRIS-4 440G IP communicator.
This solution modernizes installations that still rely on legacy mobile networks and PSTN.
It ensures secure transmission of intrusion and fire alarms while maintaining compatibility with a broad range of existing alarm control panels.
It also allows organizations to progressively replace GSM alarm systems operating on 2G or 3G networks. Communications are secured through IP and 4G connectivity while protecting SIM card communications.
Technical validation focused on key criteria:
- compatibility with industry equipment
- secure and supervised IP alarm transmission
- seamless integration with Horus receivers
- compliance with industry standards
This standards-based interoperability enables controlled integration into existing architectures.
For remote monitoring providers, this means a progressive and secure migration without operational disruption.
IP Migration: Protect Existing Systems and Prepare for the Future
Moving to IP communications should not be viewed solely as a regulatory requirement. It is also an opportunity to strengthen infrastructure resilience.
By adopting IP architectures, organizations benefit from:
- optimized communication supervision
- improved transmission reliability
- greater scalability for future developments
- increased infrastructure flexibility
IP communications also simplify integration with analytics, advanced monitoring and event management tools, enabling more efficient operations and faster response.
For remote monitoring centers, this evolution protects current operations while preparing for future technological changes.
Through its partnership with AddSecure, Azursoft recommends a proven solution fully compatible with the Horus environment.
An Open and Interoperable Security Ecosystem
Azursoft’s strategy is based on a simple principle: performance comes from interoperability.
Within a complete security chain—from protected sites to remote monitoring centers—every component must work seamlessly together:
- field devices
- communication transmitters
- IP networks
- Horus receivers
- monitoring software
Azursoft contributes its expertise in remote monitoring software and the Horus ecosystem, while AddSecure provides secure communication and alarm transmission technologies.
Together, both companies deliver a robust communication infrastructure designed for today’s and tomorrow’s security requirements.
Protect Today, Prepare for Tomorrow
The end of 2G/3G and PSTN is only the beginning. Cybersecurity, network resilience and regulatory requirements will continue to evolve.
Working with a trusted technology partner allows organizations to:
- anticipate regulatory changes
- reduce infrastructure migration risks
- ensure business continuity
- protect long-term investments
IP and 4G alarm transmission now form the foundation of modern remote monitoring architectures.
The partnership between Azursoft and AddSecure supports monitoring centers throughout this transition by delivering stability, performance and long-term security.