Video cameras are used to observe an area, connected to a recording device or IP Network and monitored in a control room. Video surveillance technologies are used for far more than their roots in crime detection, with video analytics solutions able to serve a variety of applications such as traffic and crowd control management, heatmapping, footfall analysis and social distancing or face mask detection. For more sophisticated hardware, much of these analytics is now taking place on the ‘edge’ of the device – meaning on the camera itself – which reduces bandwidth requirements for storage purposes and enables much faster processing.
Popular manufacturers include Hikvision, Sony, Panasonic, Axis Communications, IDIS, Pelco, Hanwha Techwin, ZK Teco, Dahua, and Tyco. Cameras can range from fixed PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) or bullet cameras, to body-worn devices or more specific thermal imaging applications.
Increasingly, video surveillance devices are being integrated into other physical security and building management platforms to provide more intelligent data for security and facilities managers. There is also a growth in video being stored or managed on cloud-based applications rather than on-premise solutions. Referred to as VSaaS (Video Surveillance as a Service), providers commonly charge monthly recurring costs to maintain, store and secure an organisation’s video surveillance footage.
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September 17, 2021
Paxton10 is enabling a Rotterdam 24 hour gym to run without the need for employees via its access control and video management system. Read More
September 13, 2021
As part of a renovation project for the World Heritage Site, Canterbury Cathedral has implemented a new video monitoring solution. Read More
September 9, 2021
The CPD-certified classes from Eagle Eye are said to offer practical information for physical security resellers in the UK and Europe. Read More
September 2, 2021
A useful overview of the key issues to think about to reduce the total cost of ownership for video surveillance systems. Read More
August 26, 2021
Home to several iconic monuments, the National Mall has implemented a video analytics system to improve security and safety of visitors. Read More
August 23, 2021
A consultation has been opened on revisions to the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice. Find out how to respond and more, here. Read More
August 17, 2021
Research in Australia claims to demonstrate how existing surveillance cameras can be used to detect breaches of social distancing guidelines. Read More
August 12, 2021
How automated facial recognition and biometrics could have been used to mitigate against breaches in the security measures. Read More
August 12, 2021
We're looking for end-users, installers, integrators or security consultants, to answer our short survey on video surveillance in 2021! Read More
August 10, 2021
Ron Alalouff investigates what impact cuts to local funding budgets may have on CCTV provision from local authorities in the UK. Read More