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Emerging trends in video surveillance

Emerging trends in video surveillance

Video Surveillance systems for homes and businesses have evolved at an incredible pace over the last decade. Analog video cameras are slowly going extinct as higher quality IP video cameras become more affordable. New technology allows for better recording, crystal clear imagery, and robust improvements to the user experience. Here are a few significant trends that we believe are driving the video surveillance industry forward.

Resolution

High definition 1080p resolution has been around for quite some time. However, with the increasing access to 4k and even 8k camera technology, the capabilities have become impressive. The resolution captured by 4k and 8k cameras contains enough depth and scope of field that some experts are predicting mechanical pan-tilt-zoom technology may eventually become obsolete. Furthermore, Gigapixel resolutions and image capture are being utilized to snap shots of full sports stadiums or large events such at the latest Presidential Inauguration. Though such technology is currently being used sparingly, resolution is most certainly the driving factor in video surveillance technology evolution.

Analytics

One of the more game-changing video surveillance trends is the introduction of advanced analytics and business intelligence applications. Available programs help retailers and small people-focused businesses record and analyze customer traffic and interactions. Application technology such as “People Counter” and “Demographic Identifier” record exactly what their names suggest. Programs such as license plate identification and queue monitoring continue to improve and provide actionable statistics and data as well. Video recorders, cameras and their networks continue to develop into more than just passive monitors.

Business intelligence is an area of security technology that will continue to grow and evolve. Increasingly common integration with other security services and products is allowing business to grow more efficiently. Many EPS video surveillance customers utilize integration with other security services such as access control, intrusion, and intercom systems.

 

Accessibility

The cost of video surveillance technology has significantly decreased over the years. IP cameras that were out of the budget of some businesses and homeowners are now more affordable. Newer cameras are often able to fulfill the performance scope of multiple cameras used in the past. The applications and design of video surveillance technology also allows for better efficiency in regard to the whole of a system.  In addition, the software used to monitor and retrieve footage has become smarter and more user friendly. These new feature-rich products and services have provided a comfortable and manageable resource to video surveillance users.

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Video Surveillance technology is evolving at an incredible rate. That may mean your 5-10 year old analog CCTV system isn’t providing you the capabilities and capacity you deserve. Give our team a call and we can address your video surveillance needs, engineer and optimal solution, and ensure scalability into the future.

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