News first appeared on the U.S. Army’s website.
By Maddy Gonzalez
Across Fort Benning, Mobile Security Units (MSUs) are deployed as dynamic force multipliers for the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES). Equipped with 360-degree cameras, flashing lights, two-way audio systems, and more, these agile units serve as the eyes and ears of DES, providing visibility and awareness in areas where traditional patrols may not always be present. Beyond acting as deterrents, they function as sophisticated tools that seamlessly integrate into the installation’s broader technology operations.
MSUs feed into Fort Benning’s Intelligent Intrusion Detection System (IIDS), an advanced system that allows DES to monitor activities across the installation and coordinate emergency responses effectively. Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) and US Ignite, the IIDS is integral to the Smart Installation Community Dashboard (SICD), a program developed under the Army’s broader Virtual Toolbox for Installation Mission Effectiveness (VTIME). Together, these initiatives aim to improve infrastructure, bolster readiness, and enhance resilience at Fort Benning.
"We’re on the cusp of transformative change that will help installations accomplish their mission, support Soldier quality of life and installation infrastructure, save time and money, while enhancing readiness." Timothy Perkins, VTIME program manager for U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)