MPT , was formed in 1992, as a manufacturer of business computing solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, educational and government institutions, and individual consumers. Since its inception, MPT Systems has continually been recognized for its commitment to service and establishing long term customer relationships. These guiding principles have served the company well as it has carefully managed to ensure growth without the need for venture capital or going public. The company's R&D and manufacturing is based in Toronto, Ontario.

MPT launched the MPT Digital Surveillance division in October 2002 to realize an underserved need in the commercial security market for a high quality and dependable security DVR solution. The network-enabled SafeGuard DVR product line is the result of the company's focused efforts in developing and applying an innovative core set of hardware and software to deliver a true "live" display security DVR solution.

The SafeGuard DVR product is sold through established dealers that reflect an uncompromising dedication to quality and service with a minimum of twenty years experience in the Canadian security market.