An organization in Maryland is seeking a comprehensive people counter solution to be deployed at 35 entrances across 21 different locations. The system must be capable of providing real-time data, accurately distinguishing people from objects, and supporting bi-directional counting at each entry point. Secure data transmission is a key requirement to ensure data integrity and privacy.

The solution should be cloud-based, featuring an analytics dashboard with robust reporting capabilities. Required reports include hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly foot traffic trends, with the ability to compare data across different periods. Additional requirements include customizable reporting options, standard report templates, and tools designed to streamline data analysis. The system should also support exporting data in both CSV and XML formats.

Furthermore, the solution must offer reports identifying peak usage times and dates, as well as track the volume of people or time spent within specific facilities or amenities. This functionality will help the organization assess facility usage patterns and evaluate exposure to advertising.