> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/products/cloud-services/smb-security-made-better.md).

# SMB — Security Made Better

Manage cloud-based access control and intrusion security for small businesses.

![Gallagher SMB lifestyle image - a woman holding a smartphone in a small-business setting](https://328339335-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F6bM8WhlBE9BYizPWJaPN%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-5cc3d6fcb78a297a18c85419883e8ae4bbf2e7bd%2FSECHUB-smb-01-banner.png?alt=media)

Gallagher **SMB (Security Made Better)** is a mobile-first, cloud-based security solution. It combines intruder detection and access control in a single app, with no on-site servers and no complex setup. It is purpose-built for businesses with simpler security requirements.

> 🧭 **Where to start**
>
> * **New to SMB?** → [Gallagher SMB Solution](/knowledge-hub/products/cloud-services/smb-security-made-better/gallagher-smb-solution.md)
> * **Want the architecture?** → [System Architecture and Platforms](/knowledge-hub/products/cloud-services/smb-security-made-better/gallagher-smb-solution/2-system-architecture-and-platforms.md)
> * **Choosing a credential?** → [SMB Credentials](/knowledge-hub/products/cloud-services/smb-security-made-better/gallagher-smb-solution/4-smb-credentials.md)

## Value proposition

SMB brings enterprise-grade security to simpler sites. It does that through a cloud-connected, mobile-first, hardware-rich ecosystem.

It was designed around common SMB pain points:

* the cost and time of granting staff access
* managing keys and PIN codes
* securing multiple locations

SMB reduces operating cost and administrative burden.

Traditional systems target large, complex environments. Those need on-site servers, specialist configuration and ongoing maintenance, which is costly and slow to deploy. SMB is faster to install and easier to manage. It is more cost-effective for organisations with **standard** access needs.

## Headline capabilities

* **Intruder alarm.** Arm and disarm from anywhere via smartphone.
* **Access control.** Lock and unlock via smartphone, SMB Key Tag, card, or user code.
* **Multi-site.** Manage unlimited physically separate sites from one app.
* **Self-monitoring.** Real-time alarm notifications, with optional guard dispatch (**AU and NZ only**).
* **User management.** Add, edit and remove unlimited users at no extra cost.
* **Third-party monitoring.** Route alarms to a monitoring company.

## Learn more

* [Gallagher SMB](https://security.gallagher.com/smb)
* [Gallagher Cloud Services Status](https://status.gallagher.com/)


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