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Video Analytics: Edge vs. Server-Based

The reliability and functionality of video analytics have advanced to a point where, for many security operations, it is no longer a question of “should we use video analytics?”

How the Hidden Value of Video Improves Business

For years, video surveillance has been used for security purposes, collecting footage for post-event investigation. Yet, according to various studies, this only accounts for 10 percent of data in the video.

Advances in Video Help Keep Perimeters Safe

Perimeter detection is usually the first line of defense for end user organizations, especially critical facilities such as airports, refineries and military bases.

How to Write the Perfect Product Specification for Access Control Projects

A good access control project keeps premises safe and secure and allows flexibility and ease of management for the end user.

The Myths about IP versus Traditional Access Control

As the popularity of IP (Internet protocol) cameras continues to grow, manufacturers, integrators, consultants and, most importantly, clients are increasingly looking at IP for their other security system solutions.

Understanding Cybersecurity Risks of an Access Control System

As more and more security surveillance solutions become IP-based, the threat of cybersecurity is becoming increasingly critical.

Integration Challenges Emerge from Growing Use of Sensors

Now, the use of sensors has expanded past perimeter security, intrusion detection and can be seen in various applications, for instance, access control and many others, even beyond security.

Counter-Terrorism with Video Surveillance

Global terrorism rose 25 percent last year, with a high proportion of terrorism occurring in the Middle East, according to a report by IHS Markit.

Integrating Sensors for Enhanced Detection and Security

Traditionally, one technology was used to protect or monitor a certain area most of the time — surveillance cameras.

A Clearer View of 4K Video Surveillance

What do 4K technology and ultra-HD surveillance solutions mean for enterprise security leaders? We posed the question to one of the security industry experts, which is as follows: