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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June 16, 2021
QLS (QVIS Lighting and Security), has been announced as the latest distributor for Dahua Technology’s products in the UK and Ireland market. Read More
June 15, 2021
Sessions will cover topics such as the future of video surveillance, access and protecting cities, as well as the latest security tech demos! Read More
June 14, 2021
The importance of identifying the right storage solutions when implementing surveillance technology to better secure smart cities. Read More
June 10, 2021
England’s ambulance trusts are expected to be given body cameras, as assaults on ambulance workers rise by almost a third in five years. Read More
June 8, 2021
Find out all about what was on the agenda on the first day of IFSEC Connect 2021, including an expert panel discussion on video surveillance! Read More
June 4, 2021
An overview on the benefits of Power over Ethernet (PoE), as well as an explanation of the terminology associated with the technology. Read More
May 27, 2021
ONVIF details what it’s got planned for the future of interoperability standards in security, and what's on show at IFSEC Connect in June. Read More
May 24, 2021
We find out how SureView Ops can support security professionals in reducing response times and manage multiple systems in one platform. Read More
May 24, 2021
Axis Communications has announced plans to develop its own explosion-protected surveillance cameras and devices across its product portfolio. Read More
May 18, 2021
Why the password protection elements of the Secure by Default standard should be a fundamental requirement for all video surveillance systems Read More