Hello to all. I have some time tonight to update on progress so far.
I have not committed yet, but the CannaGuard (CG) folks so far are the Mercedes of the companies that I have so far been doing proposals with.
Actually pretty frustrating subject overall. This is perhaps one of the areas that I am kicking myself on for not attending any Cannabis seminars, festivals, etc. A simple dweeb like myself just Googling Oregon/Portland cannabis security systems actually produces minimal results. I sent out a buttload of inquiries to many of those listed on the web. Typically, most companies did not even reply back to simple product/service inquiries. Some return replies and state they only supply equipment, but no help in installation or compliance advice.
Several others replied and even made proposals. But after doing personal investigation on the brands and models they are proposing, it seems to me they are offering "just barely" (cheese pizza - no toppings) good enough systems to actually be in the game. Compared to CannaGuard, (CG) they are all just Junior League (JL).
However, these JL teams are approx 50% less expensive than CG.
So far, CG seems pretty firm on the prices they offer. To paint you a picture - (Using a comparison to pizza) - CG only offers the whole mega double deluxe whole house combination. They offer no Pepperoni choice, no Cheese only price. Its Mega Pie or nothing. If anybody has experienced different, please post! (However due to the Roaring Silence so far on this subject, I doubt anybody will). :(
So, in a nutshell my search continues. A Big Plus to CG is that they DO offer financing, but with bend you over the barrel and plug it to ya fees, and not even a seemingly friendly swipe of K-Y on the head of their ramrod. (Ouch)!!! The financing option is a big plus however, if you are looking to keep your startup fees in check.
Anyway, there is the update. Will keep you all posted if anybody even gives a crap!
ANY and ALL suggestions are still mighty welcome here! (Chirp chirp).
Derf