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Axis Communications smart devices can now be easily deployed and cloud-managed on the Meraki® dashboard, alongside Cisco® smart cameras. This enables straightforward management of existing Cisco networks and fosters better collaboration between IT and physical security teams.
Cisco + Axis Communications = partnership
We are pleased to announce the integration of Axis Cloud Connect with the Cisco Meraki dashboard. This collaboration brings together Cisco and Axis to deliver a unified approach to network and physical security. Thanks to the deep integration, customers gain access to a wider range of cloud-managed devices and benefit from streamlined management through the Cisco Meraki dashboard.
New camera types available on Cisco Meraki dashboard
| Type |
Benefits |
| Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ camera) |
Allow monitoring for large spaces with |
| Modular camera |
Interchangeable sensors, adaptable system for a high level of discretion |
| Thermal camera |
Temperature monitoring and heat-based regardless of visibility |
The future of physical security is cloud-managed
| On-premises |
Cloud-managed |
| Servers and Network Video Recorders (NVRs) needed |
No servers, NVRs, or Video Management Software needed |
| Bandwidth pressures |
Store on camera, stream on demand |
| On-site troubleshooting |
Remote troubleshooting |
| Difficult to scale and manage |
Centralized management, scalable, flexible |
| Manual firmware updates |
Automatic firmware updates |
| No remote access |
Access anytime, anywhere |
Integrating your Axis devices onto the Cisco Meraki dashboard is simple and secure. Initiate the connection directly from your Meraki dashboard using a secure OAuth2.0 process. This quickly brings your Axis devices into the Cisco ecosystem, enabling unified management and monitoring without complex setup, so you can easily leverage both platforms’ strengths.
Manage all your Axis devices and Cisco smart cameras from a single, intuitive dashboard. This unified approach streamlines monitoring, configuration, and operational oversight for your entire security infrastructure. Simplify daily tasks, enhance visibility, and ensure consistent performance across your fleet, all from one central platform.
Comprehensive device insights and access anywhere
Experience superior video security with the platforms. Access live and historical footage from your Axis devices, gaining robust physical security and critical operational insights. Manage your fleet of devices and configure settings effortlessly from any web browser, eliminating the need for dedicated applications. Enjoy secure, flexible, and comprehensive monitoring from anywhere.
Bandwidth preservation
Minimize cost through reduced on-premises infrastructure with post-processing done directly on the camera or cloud, improving network bandwidth.
Unified dashboard
Manage connectivity and gain wider visibility into both network and physical spaces, protecting your network infrastructure from tampering and preventing downtime.
Low barrier to entry
Easily connect new or existing Axis devices to the Meraki dashboard to gain the benefits of seamless updates, remote viewing, and centralized control.
Devices for different environments
Maximize visibility across your different types of spaces with an expanded device portfolio across Cisco and Axis.
Built with cybersecurity and quality assurance in mind
With the rise of AI, it is crucial to have the most up-to-date infrastructure technology. Our combined advanced device solution directly counteracts aging technology. Recognizing that mitigating cyberthreats is a shared responsibility, we strive to simplify safeguard implementation, enabling you to use our offerings as securely as possible.
Cisco delivers the critical infrastructure to help organizations thrive in the AI era. By fusing networking, physical security, cybersecurity, observability, and collaboration, we power how people and technology work together.
Axis provides network solutions in video security, access control, intercom, and audio systems enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Customers across the world use our solutions to protect people and property and improve business performance.