Best Field Service Software for Security Installers in 2026: What to Evaluate
Vendor-authored guide, written by Forge, for security and low-voltage installers choosing field service software: what to evaluate, and what Forge is today.
Security installers need software that covers the gap between estimating, design, and field execution — camera placement verification, access-control zoning, loop documentation — the work that determines whether an installation passes inspection on the first visit.
This guide is written by Forge, a vendor. It does not assess or rank other vendors' products. Evaluate any platform, including Forge, against your own jobs.
What to Evaluate
- Whether estimating, design, and field execution share one record, or need exports between tools
- How the platform handles your vertical-specific workflows: camera placement, access-control zoning, loop documentation
- Implementation time, training, and integrations, in addition to the subscription
- How pricing is set for an operation your size — ask each vendor directly
Forge
Forge is a commercial contractor operating system built by Dominus Foundry for commercial installation contractors. Two trades run on Forge in production today: AV and security, and commercial roofing. Forge is custom quoted for each company.
Limitations: Forge is a newer platform; its partner ecosystem and brand recognition are still building.
FAQ: Common Buyer Questions
How is Forge priced?
Forge is custom quoted for each company. Contact each vendor directly for pricing specific to your operation.
Does Forge handle compliance reporting?
Not today in Forge. Certified payroll is planned for Treasury, Forge's payroll module, which is in development (coming soon).