As we wind down 2019 and look forward to a new decade, it is time to reflect upon the year and the megatrends that have started to influence video surveillance and the physical security industry.
- By Tom Galvin
- Dec 01, 2019
You have probably heard the old adage, “Hindsight is always 20/20.” Looking forward though, our vision is not nearly as clear.
- By Fredrik Nilsson
- Dec 01, 2019
Huawei is subject to the U.S. NDAA government ban and has been 'red flagged' on the United States “entity” list. In addition to cybersecurity concerns, Huawei now faces supply chain barriers that could impact their ability to produce many products such as Hisilicon chips.
- By John Honovich
- Jun 10, 2019
Convenience stores and mini marts have traditionally installed surveillance cameras to deter crime and encourage safety, but too often these have provided images that lacked detail, particularly in low light conditions.
- By Del Williams
- Apr 01, 2019
Securing outdoor assets can be a tricky proposition. For starters, traditional outdoor security systems are expensive.
- By Fredrik Wallberg
- Apr 01, 2019
As King City looks to transform itself from a point of contention in a violent gang war to a safe place to live and work, Hanwha cameras have played a key role in the city’s positive results so far.
As the security industry continues to embrace 4K, Ultra HD and other high-resolution imaging formats with high bitrates, recording and storing surveillance video has become one of the main challenges facing end users and systems integrators.
A security camera is much more than a security camera when it’s part of an analytics infrastructure that serves completely new goals, advancing the organization and management of businesses and even entire cities.
The first IP network-based megapixel (MP) cameras were a disruptive technology. They were often more expensive on a unit basis than their familiar analog counterparts.
- By Jeff Whitney
- Apr 01, 2018
CSLS now offers a product contest for safety and security products found on campuses.
- By Sydny Shepard
- Jan 25, 2018
Any security camera should be able to render great quality images in daylight. However, when the sun goes down, not all cameras are the same.
Physical security systems continue to migrate to the network, enabling overall better integration, performance and improved total cost of ownership. Nowhere is this more evident than with the proliferation of IP cameras.
- By Ronnie Pennington
- Jan 01, 2018
Many of us have gone on a cruise vacation or know of a close friend or relative who has done so. Cruising is a popular vacation option enjoyed by families and individuals throughout the world.
- By Eric Olson
- Oct 01, 2017
As a security professional, how many times have you had to explain why a PTZ camera should always be paired with at least one fixed camera to provide constant “back-up” coverage of everywhere the PTZ is not looking?
- By Bret McGowan
- Sep 01, 2017
The DIY systems that are emerging today are the next logical step for the growth of the security industry. The key to their success will be making these systems easier to install and easier to use.
- By Steve Connor
- Sep 01, 2017
No matter where any given city places a video surveillance camera, there are privacy concerns. There is, however, another side to the story.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Aug 01, 2017
Video is a natural choice for security because as humans, we use our eyes more than any of our other senses.
Accepted throughout the security industry as the best 24-hour visual surveillance option on the market, thermal imaging cameras are an integral component in effectively securing borders, airports, seaports, critical infrastructure, and more.
- By Dwight Dumpert
- Jun 19, 2017
Hospitals and medical centers face a number of challenges related to ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- By Greg Smith
- May 01, 2017
The total cost of ownership for non-adaptive DVR and analog solutions often surprises end users.
- By John Merlino
- Apr 01, 2017