Your office may already have a security system in place that
incorporates surveillance cameras, but it is a good idea to ask a few questions
to make sure that it is performing as efficiently as you would like. Technological advances in security cameras
have resulted in better-quality images and wider surveillance scopes. In
addition, you may be able to get maximum coverage with fewer cameras. An upgrade
could ultimately save you money.
One of the first questions to ask is whether or not images
and people are clearly recognizable. Megapixel surveillance cameras are now
capable of high definition video, which means that even small details are
discernible. Facial recognition and identification can be of great importance
to resolving security issues quickly and decisively.
Another question to ask is if there are any blind spots in
the current scope of surveillance. Mounted CCTV cameras can miss the darker or
more obscure areas of a space. Panoramic cameras are available that can provide
video streams from either 180˚ or 360˚, covering every corner.
A system that is wireless network capable offers a good deal
of flexibility. Cameras can be operated from remote locations, on-campus and
off-site. A new and updated system of security cameras can work with the
existing infrastructure. As your business expands, it is easy to expand your
video surveillance network.
Megapixel cameras can keep a low profile in the office. They
are easy to install, and can utilize PoE (Power over Ethernet) and auxiliary
power. Both data and electrical power may come through Ethernet cabling,
eliminating the need for any proximity to specific electrical outlets. An
additional convenience is that with fewer cameras, fewer software licenses are
needed. Your entire security profile can become far more streamlined.
