When approaching new or existing customers, it's not uncommon to encounter resistance to IP surveillance, especially when discussing a choice between IP and traditional analog CCTV. The primary objections? Complexity and price. Yet countering them is often a simple matter of education. To start, educate the customer about the advantages of IP surveillance vs. analog CCTV.
K-12 IT directors are increasingly on point as they gain responsibility for physical security in addition to the network security that has always been their bailiwick.
When designing an IP Surveillance network, here are ten reasons it makes smart sense to "step up" from an unmanaged PoE switch to a Smart PoE switch.
The one-day, instructor-led course hits more than 40 N. American cities through 2013 to teach strategies, tips and best practices for selling IP video surveillance.
Upgrade to KeyWatcher Touch adds benefits of common user database and email/SMS notifications.
"FST21's technology is probably the most exciting that I've ever come into contact with. This is where access is going. This is the future." - Brian McLaughlin, Integrator, The SecureCom Group, Ltd.
I found out some interesting Apple iPhone news this morning about the iPhone 5S fingerprint scanner! Not only is the iPhone 5S supposed to debut on September 10, but seems that Apple is going to make the iPhone 5S’s home button from scratch-proof sapphire crystal, so it can double as a fingerprint sensor.
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 12, 2013
Phased approach transitions more than 12 individual sites onto C•CURE 9000, victor VMS across hospital’s central network.
60mm inert mortar round found in passenger’s checked bag.
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 12, 2013
Organizations worldwide face a dangerous shortage of cyber warriors who possess the skills required to defend against cyber terrorism. A pragmatic and sustainable new approach is urgently needed to prepare cyber warriors to defend critical infrastructures.
Affordable option for end users and integrators unhappy with their current IP-based video surveillance system or concerned about the increasing costs of adding camera licenses and maintenance fees.
Precise Biometrics released new product pricing for its mobile device authentication solutions to continue to serve customers.
A provider of innovative authentication solutions expands its technological footprint and product utility with the launch of its latest solution offering.
How to manage and evaluate cost-effective solutions through the storage model for hosted video surveillance solutions.
The Summerland tragedy changed building regulations across the country because poor design and inappropriate building materials allowed a minor fire to become a major conflagration. The lessons learned had influence across many international jurisdictions.
- By Jimmy Chiu
- Aug 07, 2013
Network video surveillance gear sales to surpass analog next year.
Video portfolios of exercises in clinical and communication skills are evaluated.
This article discusses the transforming of the city of Bogota and Medellin by utilizing the importance of political leadership in security. (English summary on bottom of page 5 of article.)
- By Samuel Yecutieli
- Aug 06, 2013