Lumana is a cloud-based video security platform that transforms any existing IP camera into an AI-powered smart camera. Unlike proprietary camera systems that…
Lumana is a cloud-based video security platform that transforms any existing IP camera into an AI-powered smart camera. Unlike proprietary camera systems that require you to replace your entire camera fleet, Lumana works with cameras you already own — from Axis and Hanwha to Hikvision and Dahua — adding cloud management, AI analytics, and remote access through a single dashboard.
For businesses that have already invested in quality IP cameras, Lumana eliminates the false choice between keeping your existing hardware and accessing modern AI features. You get both.
Lumana deploys a small on-premises appliance (the Lumana Bridge) that connects to your existing cameras and network switches. The Bridge handles AI processing locally — people detection, vehicle detection, license plate recognition — and streams results to the Lumana cloud platform. Only metadata and event-triggered clips are uploaded, keeping bandwidth usage minimal.
The setup process takes under 30 minutes per site:
Connect the Lumana Bridge to your network switch
The Bridge automatically discovers your IP cameras
Configure AI analytics and alert rules from the cloud dashboard
Access live and recorded video from any browser or mobile device
Lumana supports any ONVIF-compatible IP camera. This means businesses can add AI capabilities to existing Axis, Hanwha, Hikvision, Bosch, Dahua, or other brand cameras without replacing a single device. For organizations with hundreds of cameras across multiple sites, this represents significant cost savings compared to a full hardware replacement.
Lumana's AI engine runs on the local Bridge appliance, providing:
People detection and counting — distinguish people from vehicles, animals, and shadows to eliminate false alerts
Vehicle detection — track vehicles entering and exiting properties with time-stamped logs
License plate recognition (LPR) — automatically capture and log plate numbers at entry points
Zone-based alerts — define restricted areas and receive instant notifications when someone enters
Unusual activity detection — AI learns normal patterns and flags anomalies like after-hours movement or loitering
The Lumana Command Center provides a single interface for all cameras across all locations:
Live view with multi-camera grid layouts
Intelligent search — search footage by person, vehicle, time, or zone instead of scrubbing through hours of video
Event timeline — AI-bookmarked events with thumbnail previews for fast incident review
Mobile access — full functionality from iOS and Android apps
Role-based permissions — control who can view, export, or manage cameras at each location
For businesses with multiple locations, Lumana provides centralized oversight without requiring VPN tunnels or port forwarding. Each site's Bridge connects to the cloud independently, and administrators manage all locations from a single dashboard. This is particularly valuable for:
Retail chains monitoring stores across a region
Property management companies overseeing multiple buildings
School districts managing cameras across campuses
Warehouse and distribution operations with multiple facilities
Harris Technology Services previously installed Coram AI systems. After thorough evaluation, we now recommend Lumana as the superior platform for cloud-based video security. Lumana delivers stronger AI performance, more reliable multi-site management, and better integration with enterprise network infrastructure. For businesses that previously considered Coram AI, Lumana is the platform we recommend today.
The two leading cloud camera platforms serve different use cases:
Choose Lumana if:
You have existing IP cameras that are still in good condition
You want to avoid the cost of replacing your entire camera fleet
You prefer a camera-agnostic approach that avoids vendor lock-in
You need to add AI analytics to a legacy system without a full rip-and-replace
Choose Verkada if:
You are deploying cameras at a new site with no existing infrastructure
You want an all-in-one hardware + software solution with onboard storage
You prefer a single vendor for cameras, access control, and environmental sensors
You want cameras with built-in AI processing (no separate appliance needed)
Many organizations deploy both platforms — Lumana to retrofit existing camera installations and Verkada for new construction or greenfield sites. Harris Technology Services can help you determine the right mix for your specific environment.
A Philadelphia-area logistics company had 200+ Hikvision cameras across three warehouses. Rather than replacing $150,000 worth of functional cameras, they deployed Lumana Bridges at each site. Within a week, they had AI-powered people detection, LPR at loading docks, and centralized cloud management — all using their existing cameras.
K-12 districts often have hundreds of cameras from multiple vendors installed over many years. Lumana lets districts add AI analytics and cloud access to their existing cameras while maintaining compliance with student privacy requirements. Administrators can monitor all schools from a central office without installing VPN infrastructure.
Retail operators use Lumana to unify camera management across dozens of stores, each potentially running different camera brands. People counting provides foot traffic data for staffing decisions, while after-hours detection alerts reduce shrinkage without requiring on-site security staff at every location.
Harris Technology Services is an authorized Lumana partner serving businesses throughout Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. Our team handles site assessment, Bridge installation, camera onboarding, AI configuration, and ongoing support. We can typically deploy Lumana at a single site in one day with zero camera downtime.
Contact HTS at (877) 877-9080 to schedule a free camera system assessment and see how Lumana can add AI-powered cloud management to your existing security cameras.
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