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LifeShield, Inc. is the maker of wireless home security systems with burglary and fire monitoring for homes, apartments and small businesses in the US. Founded in 2004 by inventor Louis Stilp, the company was originally called InGrid, Inc. LifeShield systems can be used with GSM /cellular units and come with mobile access to allow users to control and monitor their systems via the company website, and smartphone apps. It is headquartered in Yardley, PA.

History

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LifeShield, Inc was formerly called InGrid, Inc, when it was founded in 2004 by Louis Stilp.[1] Prior to founding LifeShield, Mr. Stilp founded TruePosition, the first and largest company in the wireless location market, involving the location of cellular phones for E911 and commercial applications.[2] Stilp invented the wireless system as an alternative to the hardwired systems that were on the market.[3] Stilp has filed 20 patents[4] for the LifeShield alarm system.

LifeShield is a privately held company. CEO Michael Hagan left NutriSystem in December 2009 to run LifeShield.[5] Hagan quickly rebranded the company as LifeShield, raised more than $20 million dollars in venture capital funding,[6] and changed the company's sales to direct-to-consumer. The company is headquartered in Yardley, PA with operations also in Wayne, PA.[7]

On September 28, 2010, LifeShield also unveiled a mobile app which allows users to control and monitor their LifeShield security systems from their smartphones.[8] The app is available for iPhone, BlackBerry and Android platforms.[9]


Today

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LifeShield security systems are available in the US, in all 50 states. LifeShield is accredited by the Better Business Bureau[10] and has received many product reviews. LifeShield has been reviewed by The New York Times[11], The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Business Journal, Security News Daily, and Business News Daily. Websites such as EnGadget[12] , PSKL, and Knoji[13] have also reviewed LifeShield. LifeShield was featured on ABC’s Extreme Home Makeover[14] . It was recognized as one of the “Hottest Companies in Pennsylvania in 2011” by Lead411.[15]

After trying TV commercials with spokesman Dan Marino[16] and print advertising[17] , LifeShield now uses social media as an integral part of its marketing, and is active on Twitter[18], Facebook[19] and YouTube[20].

Residential Security

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LifeShield’s home security systems consist of security equipment and 24/7 monitoring.[21]

Products

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Each user can customize the LifeShield wireless system to fit their homes. LifeShield currently offers security starter kits and with a basic system and users can add extra sensors, video cameras motion sensors or other devices.[22] LifeShield users can add additional LifeShield devices to the system at any time. LifeShield wireless home security systems are available to renters and homeowners. LifeShield systems can be uninstalled and reinstalled when residents move. LifeShield systems use multiple communication methods.[23] Homeowners can choose between a standard Base Unit which uses broadband internet, with a landline as for backup, or the Cellular Gateway unit which uses GSM/Cellular technology to communicate with the central monitoring station.

All LifeShield systems include a patented LifeShield Siren Detector[24] which is used with any existing smoke and fire detectors. The siren detector can “hear” when a smoke alarm sounds, and alerts the central monitoring station, who will then contact a user’s local fire department and the homeowner.[25]

Services

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LifeShield uses Guardian Protection Services for all monitoring[26] . LifeShield monitoring includes:

Mobile Access

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All users also get unlimited use of mobile access to arm, disarm and control the LifeShield security system. The LifeShield mobile access system is called LifeView, and it can be used through the LifeShield website, or by downloading free apps for iPhone, Android or BlackBerry.[28] Mobile access is secure, and only LifeShield users have mobile access for their alarm systems. Mobile access can be used to arm and disarm the system, view video and photos from security cameras, and monitor sensors and usage. Apps and website access can be used anywhere in the world.[29]

Technology

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The LifeShield system uses DECT, a digital communication standard primarily used in cordless phones,[30] to send messages between the wireless sensors and the base unit. DECT is a low-power and allows the users to create a short-range wireless network[31] in their home. It also has for less interference than Bluetooth, Wifi, or other wireless devices.

LifeShield does not use the popular z-wave technology that is popular with other do it yourself wireless security systems because Z-wave is less efficient, less secure (more easily hackable),[32] and requires more battery power.[33] .

Leadership

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LifeShield’s headquarters is in Yardley, PA. The current leadership[34] is as follows:

  • Michael J. Hagan – CEO, President, and Chairman of the Board. Joined in December 2009.
  • Louis A. Stilp – Founder, 2004
  • Shannon J. Dominello -
 Chief Marketing Officer, December 2009
  • Evan Kramer – Senior Vice President, Interactive & Ecommerce, June 2011
  • Neil Brown – Vice President, Software Development, 2005
  • Heather Ata
 – Vice President, Sales & Marketing, January 2010

References

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  1. ^ "How We Started". LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  2. ^ "Company Overview of LifeShield, Inc". Bloomberg Business Week. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  3. ^ "Who We Are". LifeShield Corporate Website. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  4. ^ "Louis A Stilp - Inventor". PatentMaps.
  5. ^ DiStefano, Joseph. "Ex-NutriSystem boss Hagan tries digital alarms". Philaldelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  6. ^ DiStephano, Joseph. "$8M more for Lifeshield wireless alarms". Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  7. ^ "Contact Us". Support. LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  8. ^ Liebowitz, Matt (October 11, 2010). "LifeShield Brings Security To Smartphones". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  9. ^ "LifeShield Security Places 24-7 Home Monitoring In The Palm Of Your Hand With The Launch Of New Smartphone Application". LifeShield. September 28, 2010. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  10. ^ "LifeShield Incorporated". BBB BUSINESS REVIEW. Better Business Bureau.
  11. ^ Biggs, John. "Installing Your Own Home Security System". Home Tech. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/01/garden/01hometech.html. {{cite web}}: |access-date= requires |url= (help); External link in |publisher= (help); Missing or empty |url= (help)
  12. ^ Murph, Darren. "A lesson in simplicity: securing a 'no landline' home with LifeShield and Dropcam". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  13. ^ Ward, Stephen. "Home Security Systems Reviewed: Side-by-Side Comparison".
  14. ^ "As Featured On". ABC Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  15. ^ "LEAD411 LAUNCHES "HOTTEST COMPANIES IN PENNSYLVANIA" AWARDS". Hottest Companies in Pennsylvania Awards. Lead411.
  16. ^ "DDTV2 LifeShield Home Security,Dan Marino". Video. TheDDTV.
  17. ^ DiStephano, Joseph. "Ex-NutriSystem boss Hagan tries digital alarms". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  18. ^ "LifeShield Security". Twitter. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  19. ^ "LifeShield Home Security". Facebook Page. Facebook. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  20. ^ "LifeShield Home Security Videos". YouTube. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  21. ^ "Compare Features". LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  22. ^ "Home Security Kits - Accessories". LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  23. ^ "Monitoring Signals". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  24. ^ "7629880 System, method and device for detecting a siren". US Patent. PatentGenius.com. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  25. ^ "Siren Detector - How It Works". LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  26. ^ "Home Monitoring Services". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  27. ^ "Available Monitoring Services". LifeShield. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  28. ^ "LifeView Mobile Access". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  29. ^ "LifeShield Security Debuts Free LifeView App for Android Tablets, Smartphones and the Apple iPhone Read more: LifeShield Security Debuts Free LifeView App for Android Tablets, Smartphones and the Apple iPhone - FierceTelecom http://www.fiercetelecom.com/press_releases/lifeshield-security-debuts-free-lifeview-app-android-tablets-smartphones-an#ixzz1tA6UDEQG Subscribe: http://www.fiercetelecom.com/signup?sourceform=Viral-Tynt-FierceTelecom-FierceTelecom". Fierce Telecom. Retrieved 26 April 2012. {{cite web}}: External link in |title= (help)
  30. ^ "DECT". Rohde & Schwarz. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  31. ^ "DECT - Introduction". ETSI. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  32. ^ Knott, Jason. "Home Automation Systems Easily Hacked via Powerlines". CEPro.
  33. ^ "Patented Technology". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
  34. ^ "LifeShield's Leadership Team". Retrieved 26 April 2012.
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