Archive for the ‘Video Camera Networks’ Category

• Cloud-Hosted Video Surveillance is Necessary to Ensure Airport Security

  • January 21st, 2016
  • Posted in Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: airport security, Video surveillance

  Despite the increased attention that has been paid to airport security in the wake of 9/11, many airport perimeters are surprisingly vulnerable to security breaches. While advanced TSA screening measures have helped to ensure that passengers will ill intentions are… Read More

• Bosch Devices Take Security to the Next Level

  • April 10th, 2014
  • Posted in Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: Bosch, security

  At the recent ISC West 2014 conference Bosch Security Systems, Inc. displayed a number of new devices that are taking security to the next level. Both video security and other security including access control systems and home automation were featured,… Read More

• Combining PSIM and PIAM to Improve Situation Awareness

  • June 20th, 2013
  • Posted in ARK Systems, intelligent technology, Security Technology, surveillance cameras, Video Camera Networks, Video Surveillance
  • Tags: ARK Systems, Maryland, secure facilities, security, security cameras, security systems, Surveillance, surveillance cameras, Technology, Video, Video surveillance

  During the roughest part of the recession, many companies opted to purchase existing security systems instead of creating entirely new systems. With many different types of systems, including older legacy systems, it is difficult to manage different security systems that… Read More

• Surveillance Systems & the Challenges of Outdoor Perimeters

  • October 25th, 2012
  • Posted in ARK Systems, Security Technology, surveillance cameras, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: ARK Systems, IP Cameras, IP-based surveillance systems, security systems, surveillance systems

  When it comes to surveillance systems, one of the biggest challenges can be adequately covering an outdoor perimeter. Among the primary challenges associated with designing an effective perimeter surveillance system are: The sheer size of most outdoor perimeters makes it… Read More

• Network Surveillance Systems & Network Cameras: Enhancing Security Capabilities

  • October 18th, 2012
  • Posted in ARK Systems, Networked Security, Security Technology, surveillance cameras, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: ARK Systems, edge-based analytics in cameras, enhancing security capabilities, face recognition in security cameras, greater range in security cameras, H.264 compression, IP Cameras, IP systems for video surveillance, IP systems within a network environment, low light camera adaptability, network cameras, network surveillance systems, networked security, video motion detection, video surveillance systems

  IP video network surveillance systems are constantly evolving to better meet the needs of the end-user. And, as you can imagine, one of the primary areas of development has been network cameras. After all, while every component is important, a… Read More

• The Benefits of a City-Wide Surveillance Program :: Security System News

  • June 21st, 2012
  • Posted in ARK Systems, Security Trends, surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: ARK Systems, gunshot recognition, high-quality video, license plate recognition, security alarm systems, security system, Surveillance Program, Surveillance System, Surveillance System Technology, surveillance technologies, Video System Installation

  A city-wide surveillance program may seem like a huge undertaking…and it is. But such a surveillance system can be incredibly beneficial and well worth the work. Tips for Establishing a Successful Surveillance System What is your Objective? Before you even… Read More

• The ROI of an Integrated System on a Campus

  • April 26th, 2012
  • Posted in Mass Notification Systems, Security Trends, surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: access control, ARK Systems, Benefits of Integrated Systems, campus security, Facebook, Increase Effectiveness of Security Personnel, Integrated Systems, intrusion alarms, keycard access to dorms, Mass Notification, remote lockdowns, Return on Investment (ROI) of Integrates Systems, The ROI of an Integrated System on a Campus, video surveillance systems, What’s an Integrated System on Your Campus Worth?

  Campuses all around the nation are faced with numerous security challenges because of their sheer size, 24/7 access to buildings, large populations, and tight budgets. Because of this, many campus security directors are taking an integrated approach to campus security,… Read More

• The Benefits and the Shortcomings of Control-VMS Systems

  • March 30th, 2012
  • Posted in surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: ARK Systems, Control-VMS systems, Facebook, Ideal Control-VMS Systems, Increase Security Not Complexity, The Benefits and the Shortcomings of Control-VMS Systems, User Interface, video management system, VMS, Weak Links in Typical Control-VMS Systems

  Key cards and PINs are your first line of defense against unauthorized access. And, for the most part, these prove to be effective for your security needs. But key cards and PINs can be compromised or stolen. What happens then?… Read More

• Surveillance Cameras and Fire Detection

  • March 2nd, 2012
  • Posted in ARK Systems, intelligent technology, surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Video Camera Networks
  • Tags: ARK Systems, Facebook, fire detection system, flame detection, smoke detection, Surveillance Cameras and Fire Detection, Twitter, VID, Video Expands Limits of Fire Detection, video image detection, Video Surveillance and Fire Application

  Until recently, fire detection primarily relied on two major devices – heat and smoke detectors. And for the most part, these two devices have provided sufficient coverage and timely detection. However, this has not always been the case. Certain areas… Read More

• Security Cameras, City Surveillance, and Crime Rates

  • February 10th, 2012
  • Posted in ARK Systems, intelligent technology, Security Image, Security Trends, surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Video Camera Networks
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  Do video cameras really help reduce crime? Chicago’s managing deputy of public safety, Jonathan Lewin, believes they do. And he has the statistics to support his belief. Chicago’s Operation Virtual Shield, the city’s network of surveillance cameras, has played a… Read More