Making CCTV cheaper
This is 5 ways to minimise the total cost of CCTV.
Security managers often ask what factors they should take into consideration when
trying to minimise the Total Cost of Ownership of Video Surveillance.
#1 - Choose NDAA & UL CAP compliant cameras
One worldwide issue our industry is facing is the threat – real and perceived – to cybersecurity.
The cost of a network intrusion can run from negligible to catastrophic.
National security concerns are spreading beyond the US to Europe, and
the UK Government is showing clear signs of hardening its stance.
#2 - Choose cameras that have been integrated with leading VMSs.
Failing to do so could have a substantial impact on the costs associated with expanding a system
as and when requirements change.
#3 Reliability and warranty
Look out for manufacturers who offer a no-quibble advanced replacement service to back up their
'claims' of reliability, Some manufacturers, such as Hanwha Techwin, offer a 5-year warranty.
#4 Future-proofing your system with edge-based deep learning AI analytics
Not all types of video analytics can distinguish between a stray animal and
a human intruder or a vehicle and what may just be video noise. In addition to
frustrating control room operators, the cost of dealing with false alarms can be excessive.
The advantage of AI analytics is the saving of
an enormous amount of search time when gathering forensic evidence.
#5 Innovations to reduce installation costs
Look out for innovations that will help reduce installation costs.
Some manufacturers offer PoE ‘extender’ cameras which provide a highly cost-effective method
of installing a new two-camera system can provide the ability to extend cable distances
or adding a camera to an existing system.
And that was 5 ways that you can use to reduce
the total cost of ownership of your video surveillance.