Montreal-based security software leader Genetec Inc. has unveiled a powerful new mobile tool designed to transform how law enforcement and security personnel conduct vehicle investigations. Announced on December 2, 2025, the Genetec Cloudrunner™ Mobile app acts as a field-ready companion to the company's established Cloudrunner investigation system.
Bringing Intelligence Directly to the Field
The new application extends the capabilities of Genetec's cloud-based platform directly to mobile devices. This shift empowers officers and security professionals with immediate, secure access to critical vehicle intelligence no matter their location. The core goal is to accelerate investigations by eliminating delays between data discovery in a control room and actionable insight for personnel on patrol.
At the heart of the system is Cloudrunner's use of automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) and advanced analytics. This technology captures and organizes vehicle data, transforming it into actionable evidence that is stored securely in the cloud. The platform is built on privacy-by-design principles, ensuring all data is encrypted, access-controlled, and retained according to strict organizational policies, with users maintaining full ownership.
Key Features for Rapid Response
Cloudrunner Mobile is packed with features tailored for dynamic field work. Users can log in securely using biometric authentication. Once accessed, the app allows them to run detailed vehicle searches, filtering by characteristics like make, model, color, or plate number.
A significant geo-localized function lets investigators refine searches based on a geographic radius from their current location. This means they can focus only on nearby cameras or relevant areas, streamlining the search process across vast networks.
Perhaps the most critical feature is the system of real-time push notifications for hotlist alerts. Investigators receive immediate, personalized alerts on their devices while on patrol, containing essential details like plate number and hotlist category. This enables swift response to developing situations. Personnel can pause notifications when off-duty, with all activity saved in the app's alert tab for review.
Designed for Efficiency and Safety
According to Larry Legere, Commercial Director for Genetec Cloudrunner, the app is a game-changer. "Cloudrunner Mobile delivers the speed and intelligence of Cloudrunner directly to personnel in the field," Legere stated. "It provides users with secure, real-time access to reliable vehicle intelligence enabling prompt action as information becomes available."
He emphasized that by extending the system's reach beyond the control room, investigators can advance cases more efficiently and enhance community safety, all while retaining complete data control.
Early feedback from adopters like the Hopkins, Minnesota Police Department is positive. Captain Craig Kreiling highlighted the practical benefits: "The push notifications give us everything we need at a glance – plate number, state, and hotlist category so that we can act faster and stay focused on what matters most."
The launch of Cloudrunner Mobile represents a significant step in mobilizing investigative technology, aiming to put powerful data tools directly into the hands of those who need them most during critical moments.
