Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Integrated Security Solutions
Founded in 1948, we have spent seven decades establishing ourselves as an independent systems integrator dedicated to transforming the life safety, security, and communications industry. Our expertise lies in designing, installing, and maintaining robust, future-proofed solutions that prioritise compliance and leverage best-in-class technologies. With a strong focus on sectors such as Integrated Retirement Communities (IRC), education, public spaces, and defence, we deliver tailored systems that simplify complex safety challenges while maintaining reliability. Our Premium Service Strategy underscores our commitment to strategic thinking, technical excellence, and customer-centric collaboration.Holding internationally recognised accreditations including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, we combine environmental responsibility with operational excellence. Through our TIS Apprenticeship Academy, we invest in developing industry talent while maintaining a culture of innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement. Our nationwide presence across Midlands, Yorkshire, and London supports clients with both regional expertise and national coverage.
Services
Fire Protection
Access Control
CCTV Systems
IT Networking
Evacuation Alerts
Smoke Control
System Maintenance
Digital Transformation
Security Integration
Compliance Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 70 years of systems integration expertise since 1948
- ISO 9001 certified quality management systems
- NSI Gold approved fire and security contracting
- Specialist knowledge in integrated retirement communities
- Nationwide service with regional office support
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- BAFE
- NSI
- JOSCAR
What people say
Strategic approach
Proven reliability
Sector expertise
Quality standards
Partnership ethos
Services
Fire Protection
We design and implement integrated fire safety strategies aligned with technological capabilities, personnel requirements and operational needs. Our solutions combine tailored detection systems, smoke control mechanisms and networked alerting platforms. Through NSI-certified installation and maintenance, we mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
Security Systems
Our bespoke security solutions integrate advanced technologies like facial recognition, IP CCTV and biometric access controls. Designed for convergence across IP networks, these systems enable precise access management and real-time threat response. Implementation includes intrusion detection, perimeter protection and networked security infrastructure tailored to client requirements.
IT Networking
We create resilient IT infrastructures incorporating wired/wireless networks, cloud solutions and data management systems. Our engineers deliver 4G/5G connectivity, secure network architecture and integrated communication platforms. Services include infrastructure specification, implementation and ongoing support for educational institutions and corporate environments.
Compliance
Our compliance specialists ensure adherence to standards through accredited design practices and certified installation processes. We provide regulatory monitoring, mandatory audits and compliance training programs. With BAFE and NSI accreditations, we guarantee safety standards are maintained across all life safety and security systems.
System Integration
We create unified technology ecosystems by integrating fire, security and communication systems onto single platforms. This approach reduces operational complexity while enhancing functionality. Our specialists enable seamless interoperability between legacy and emerging technologies across integrated retirement communities and public sector infrastructure.
Questions
What sectors does Total Integrated Solutions specialise in?
We focus on Integrated Retirement Communities, education establishments, public spaces and defence sector clients across the UK.
What accreditations does TIS hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), NSI Gold for fire and security, and BAFE standards.
How does TIS support compliance requirements?
Our specialists provide regulatory monitoring, mandatory audits, compliance training and accredited system design ensuring ongoing statutory compliance.
What makes Polaris different from other consultancies?
Polaris offers specialist technical knowledge specifically for IRC operators, combining commercial strategy with integrated systems design and procurement support.
How long has TIS been in business?
Since 1948, with our current business structure established following a management buyout in 2019.
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