7. Pay Attention to the Benefits of PoE (Power over Ethernet) Transmission
In Power over Ethernet (PoE) transmission, power is delivered through the same cable that supports PoE communications. By eliminating the need for separate power supplies at each device location, the use of PoE can help reduce costs and installation time. PoE Plus, considered an advancement in technology, can manage a larger number of devices on the network and prove to be even more cost-effective.
8. Organize the Migration of Analog Systems to IP-based Network Systems in Phases That Match Security Needs, Locations, and Budgets
Despite all the buzz surrounding larger and larger megapixel IP cameras, many corporate users still operate with analog security cameras—some with encoders and others with hybrid IP systems—continuing their shift toward the digital world. There is no miracle solution for the transition to digital systems and megapixels. The use cases and environments of customers differ from one another.
9. When Working with a Reseller or Installer, Choose a Solution or Upgrade That Is Easier to Install and Maintain
Time is money, and when projects scale up to a corporate level, ease of installation can speed up the completion of a project by hours, or even days, while also preventing unnecessary costs for the end-user. Delays caused by installation challenges can lead to increased costs. Therefore, focusing on products, systems, and accessories that are easy to install and maintain is cost-effective.
10. Focus on a Security Platform That Allows Easy Scalability and Integrates Various Security Systems into a Good User Experience
One of the main factors that convinced the city of Lakeland, Florida, to choose a new security platform was its open architecture. This factor allows the selection of preferred brands and hardware models while leveraging current investments to reduce the total cost of ownership.
11. Consider Video Analytics Technology, Given the Decreasing Costs of Analysis in Network Cameras or Software Systems
Looking at the limited start and bumpy road of simple motion detection systems from several years ago, video analytics has come a long way, and the costs are decreasing depending on their features. By using video analytics, security systems can limit false alarms and improve the ability to search for specific events in videos. As a result, security systems receive more accurate alerts and can find the desired videos faster. Event and environment-based analytics are highly valuable, but other analytics, such as object analysis, behavior recognition, and license plate recognition, exist as well.
Analytics can provide companies with an opportunity to use videos for far more applications than just security. End-users can leverage video analytics to improve their operations and processes, positively affecting the company’s overall revenue. For example, retailers use security videos for marketing and merchandising through pattern analysis and traffic analytics.
12. Utilize the Internet of Things (IoT) to Some Extent
Currently, both new and old devices are available that were once unable to communicate with one another. However, compared to the past, these devices can now be accessed online. More technologies are joining networks, and more devices are connecting to online systems. Cars, Fitbit smartwatches, smartphones, and smart refrigerators are all part of the Internet of Things (IoT). The larger share for security is that more and more devices are coming online to provide information. Furthermore, integrating technologies such as cloud computing and APIs allows access to these devices and enables them to interact with the data they collect.
Perhaps it can be said that the security industry was one of the first pioneers of the Internet of Things (IoT). Therefore, it is expected that the cost-effectiveness of IoT in the security field will go beyond the use of network security cameras.
In summary, IoT is a network of physical “things” embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connections, enabling these objects to collect and exchange data.
Source: Security Magazine
Tags: IP camera, PoE Switch, IoT, Video Analytics