Hanwha Vision Expands Surveillance Ecosystem With Launch of BLAZE VMS

Hanwha Vision has introduced BLAZE VMS, a next-generation hybrid video management system designed to simplify deployment, enhance AI-powered investigations, and support multi-site surveillance operations.

Built as a fully integrated end-to-end platform, BLAZE connects with Hanwha Vision cameras and devices while combining on-premises performance with cloud-based federation and centralized user management. The hybrid architecture allows organizations to manage multiple locations efficiently while maintaining secure, centralized control.

According to Andy Jungwoo Ryu, Chief Strategy & Product Officer at Hanwha Vision, BLAZE marks a significant step toward a software-driven and AI-enabled platform. He said the system brings together AI analytics, hybrid cloud architecture, and seamless device integration to strengthen the company’s ability to deliver a comprehensive surveillance ecosystem.

BLAZE natively supports a wide range of Hanwha Vision devices, including speakers, intercoms, thermal cameras, and Wisenet 9 cameras. The platform automatically detects connected devices and applies optimized configurations, helping installers reduce setup time and minimize manual intervention. Bulk camera configuration and preconfigured default settings further streamline deployment, cutting installation time from hours to minutes.

The system also introduces advanced AI capabilities through integration with WiseAI. Operators can conduct fast object and attribute searches across archived video, while Similarity Search enables tracking of individuals across multiple cameras. BLAZE AI appliances add Semantic Search functionality powered by generative AI, allowing users to perform natural language searches such as identifying a person with specific characteristics in a defined location. This approach enables more intuitive and efficient investigations compared to traditional methods.

Designed for scalability, BLAZE supports deployments ranging from single sites to distributed multi-site environments. Its clustered architecture allows systems to expand as operational needs grow while maintaining performance and resilience. Through cloud-based federation, multiple systems can be unified under a single organization with centralized user management and single sign-on capabilities.

Each site’s on-premises system connects to the BLAZE Cloud, providing secure remote access for operators, administrators, and technicians without requiring port forwarding or VPNs.

Ethan Kim, Head of Product - Software Solutions at Hanwha Vision, said the platform is built to deliver a seamless experience between devices and video management software, emphasizing simplicity, intuitive use, and centralized control for organizations managing multiple locations.

To further simplify deployment, BLAZE will also be available with purpose-built appliances. These systems come pre-licensed and ready to operate out of the box, removing the need for operating system management and reducing complexity for integrators and operators.