Guard Patrol Solutions
Guard Patrol System for South Africa
A structured patrol management system built for guarding and compliance-critical environments. Supervisors can schedule patrols per shift, track missed or incomplete checkpoints, and verify that each tag was scanned at the correct time. The system supports multimedia incident reporting and voice notes, helping guards escalate issues instantly. Detailed analytics with shift counts and exception reports give management clear visibility into performance and risk.
- Missed, Failed or Incomplete Patrol
- Patrol Scheduling
- NFC Patrol Tags
Guard Patrol Solutions highlights
- Missed, Failed or Incomplete Patrol
- Patrol Scheduling
- NFC Patrol Tags
- Picture, Text and Video Reporting
- Voice Notifications
- Patrol Count per Shift
- Reports with Complete Graph
What is a guard patrol system, and how does Worxit run one?
A guard patrol system proves that guards visited each checkpoint on time. With Worxit, Zamatrack's patrol platform, you mount an NFC patrol tag at each checkpoint, and guards tap it with an NFC-enabled Android phone or a P100s rugged tablet running the Worxit app. Each scan is logged with the time and GPS position. Supervisors schedule patrols per shift and site, and the dashboard flags missed, failed or incomplete patrols during the shift, not when a wand is downloaded the next morning. Guards attach photos, video and voice notes to incidents, and they keep scanning without signal: Worxit syncs when the device reconnects. For basic rounds, the T700L and T710A push-to-talk radios have their own patrol mode. NFC patrol tags cost R30 each, the Worxit dashboard licence is R600 per month, and each phone or tablet running the app needs a R350 monthly device licence, all ex VAT.
Before and after
What problems does guard patrol software solve?
Digitise, track, and verify security patrols in real time across all sites. Designed for guarding teams, supervisors, and compliance reporting.
Without Zamatrack
- Patrols are recorded manually or after the fact
- No real-time visibility into completion
- Compliance gaps from missed or incomplete checks
- Reporting lacks evidence and consistency
With Zamatrack
- Real-time patrol completion visibility
- Verified checkpoints with NFC tags
- Audit-ready patrol history with evidence
- Immediate alerts on missed or incomplete patrols
How it works
How does guard patrol software work?
Simple, repeatable steps, built for teams moving fast across sites.
Schedule
Schedule patrols per shift and site.
Capture
Scan NFC patrol tags and record incidents in-field.
Monitor
Supervisors track progress and exceptions in real time.
Report
Export patrol reports with counts and graphs.
Core features
What features does guard patrol software include?
Not a full feature dump, just the capabilities that make the solution powerful.
Missed/Failed Patrol Alerts
Flag missed, failed, or incomplete patrols instantly.
Patrol Scheduling
Set patrols per shift with clear accountability.
NFC Patrol Tags
Verify checkpoints instantly using NFC tags.
Picture/Text/Video Reporting
Capture incident evidence on mobile.
Voice Notifications
Add voice notes and escalate quickly.
Count per Shift
Track patrol output by shift.
Graph Reports
Visualize patrol performance and exceptions.
Compared
How does Worxit compare with paper sheets and offline wands?
Worxit usually replaces one of two methods: a signed patrol sheet, or an offline wand that is downloaded after the shift.
| Feature | Paper patrol sheet | Offline wand or baton | Worxit with NFC tags |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proof the guard was there | Paper patrol sheetA signature, which can be filled in after the fact | Offline wand or batonThe tag ID and time, stored on the wand | Worxit with NFC tagsAn NFC tag scan with the time and GPS position |
| When a missed round shows | Paper patrol sheetWhen someone checks the sheet | Offline wand or batonAfter the download, often at shift change | Worxit with NFC tagsDuring the shift, as a dashboard alert |
| Photos, video and voice notes | Paper patrol sheetNo | Offline wand or batonNo | Worxit with NFC tagsYes, attached to the incident |
| Without mobile signal | Paper patrol sheetNot affected | Offline wand or batonStores scans on the wand | Worxit with NFC tagsKeeps scanning and syncs when back online |
| Reports | Paper patrol sheetTyped up by hand | Offline wand or batonDownloaded from each wand | Worxit with NFC tagsExports with patrol counts per shift and graphs |
| Main drawback | Paper patrol sheetEasy to complete without walking the route | Offline wand or batonMissed rounds only show after the download | Worxit with NFC tagsPhones need charging and care |
Product tour
What does guard patrol software look like in Worxit?
See how the workflow maps to real operations: capture, verification and reporting.
Operations dashboard
Centralised visibility with audit-ready records and fast filtering by site.
- Missed, Failed or Incomplete Patrol
- Patrol Scheduling
- NFC Patrol Tags
Mobile execution
Designed for field teams: fast capture with verification and minimal admin.
- Missed/Failed Patrol Alerts
- Patrol Scheduling
- NFC Patrol Tags
Use cases
Who is guard patrol software for?
Common teams and environments where this solution delivers immediate impact.
Security companies (multi-site patrols)
Industrial sites
Corporate campuses
Logistics and warehousing
See Guard Patrol Solutions working on your sites
A 30-minute live demo, tailored to your operation. No obligation.
Measurable outcomes
What results can you expect from guard patrol software?
Results-focused impact: clear improvements your team can feel quickly.
Reduced missed patrols
Improved compliance accuracy
Faster incident escalation
Full audit trail for reporting
Works with
- NFC tags
- P100s Rugged Tablet
- Mobile devices
- Dashboards
- Exports
Hardware and licences
What hardware and licences do you need?
Hardware and licences designed for this solution, available in our online store.
Guides
Which guides go deeper on this?
In-depth operational frameworks, compliance guides, and technology comparisons.
Security Clocking Points Explained: How Guard Patrol Clocking Works
What clocking points are, how patrol readers compare, how many checkpoints a site needs and what patrol reports should show.
Read guidePSIRA Inspections: What Inspectors Check and How to Prepare
What PSIRA inspectors may do, the records to have ready, a pre-inspection walk-through, and what follows a poor report.
Read guideNFC vs QR Code Patrol Systems: Why Security Teams Are Upgrading
Compare durability, anti-fraud security, and total cost of ownership between NFC tags and QR codes for guard patrols.
Read guideHow to Choose a Security Guard Management System in South Africa
Key evaluation criteria, local connectivity requirements, and software features for South African security service providers.
Read guidePSIRA Compliance Checklist for South African Security Companies
Essential regulatory compliance steps, digital audit trails, and guard verification under PSIRA standards.
Read guideGuard Patrol Systems Compared: Offline Wands, Live GSM Devices and Smart Platforms
An objective feature, architecture, and pricing comparison of guard monitoring systems deployed across South Africa.
Read guideFAQ
What do buyers ask about guard patrol software?
Common questions from teams evaluating guard patrol solutions.
What is a guard patrol system?
A guard patrol system uses NFC tags, GPS, or QR codes to verify that security guards complete scheduled checkpoints in real time, replacing manual paper-based patrol sheets. Zamatrack's guard patrol system for South Africa gives supervisors instant visibility into missed, failed, or incomplete patrols.
How does NFC patrol tracking work?
Guards tap their mobile device against NFC patrol tags mounted at checkpoints. Each scan is time-stamped and verified, creating an audit-ready record proving the checkpoint was physically visited at the scheduled time.
Can guard patrol reports be used for compliance and client audits?
Yes. Every patrol, exception, and incident is logged with photos, timestamps, and location data, giving you exportable reports suitable for client audits, SLA reporting, and compliance checks.
Does the patrol system work without internet connectivity on-site?
Yes, guards can continue scanning checkpoints and submitting reports offline; data syncs automatically to the dashboard once a connection is available.
Sources
- Private Security Industry Regulation Act 56 of 2001. gov.za. The Act that regulates security service providers in South Africa.
- Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA). The regulator that registers and inspects security businesses and officers.
- NTAG213/215/216 data sheet. NXP. The 13.56 MHz NFC chip used in Zamatrack patrol tags.
One platform
Which modules work well alongside it?
Every module shares the same dashboard, users and reports, so you can add more as you grow.
Occurrence Logs
Document incidents and events with comprehensive media capture and GPS tracking.
Learn moreTwo-Way Radios with Patrols
Unify voice communications and verified patrol workflows—managed centrally from the cloud.
Learn moreShifts
Complete control and visibility over workforce scheduling and operational handovers.
Learn moreReady to see Guard Patrol Solutions in action?
Book a 30-minute live demo and see how Worxit fits your sites, teams and reporting.