Axis Communications celebrated the grand opening of its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Phoenix, Ariz. Featuring a variety of Axis surveillance solutions as well as meeting and demo spaces, Axis said the facility will allow the company to build stronger bonds with partners and customers in the southwest, fostering collaborative growth and innovation to enable smarter and safer communities — both local and beyond.

As Arizona’s capital, Axis said it chose Phoenix because it is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States with a thriving economy and steadily increasing population, creating a greater need for robust technology solutions that can help enhance security while also driving further prosperity. The company said local municipalities and law enforcement operations, as well as organizations spanning transportation, retail, logistics healthcare, and education, will benefit from Axis’ presence in the area.

“Axis’ global reach is just one of the many advantages of partnering with us,” said Bill Wendlandt, business area director, U.S. West at Axis Communications. "Localized, on-site support makes a real difference for our partners and customers, who look to us to provide them with the tools and expertise they need to improve their security, safety, and business intelligence capabilities. We at Axis are both honored and excited to grow our relationship with the flourishing Phoenix business community, and we look forward to working directly with our many partners and customers in the area to provide them with the innovative solutions they need to thrive in today's evolving business environment."

In addition, this AEC location features:

• A comprehensive display of every Axis speaker in the company’s portfolio, featuring background music powered by a genuine Rock-Ola Jukebox and an AXIS C8110 Network Audio Bridge.
• Real-time analytics in use throughout the center, such as hard hat detection, people counting, coughing detection, and much more. 
• Retail-focused area with a music store theme where all types of retail analytics are demonstrated in a fun and familiar environment.
•  A theater-style demo room that includes an Image Usability Lab to showcase Axis product performance in challenging lighting conditions. 
• Education and demos focused on edge-based access control — from the inside-out.

Axis, along with local partners, customers, and stakeholders, celebrated the Phoenix AEC grand opening with a formal ribbon cutting on August 1. The grand opening event also featured tours of the space led by Phoenix-area Axis staff. Additional tours, meetings, and private demos can be scheduled starting August 5.