Video surveillance has been around for quite some time, but its significance to enterprise security is rather new. From private organizations to government agencies, healthcare organizations, and financial institutes, everyone is beginning to realize they need a certain level of security that is only achievable through CCTV. Video surveillance can protect your enterprise from vandalism, intrusion, theft, fire and flood.
But purchasing a video surveillance system requires some considerations, the main one being whether to go for a Network Video Recorder (NVR) or a cloud solution. While NVR has its fans in the enterprise world, cloud-based surveillance is by far the better option for modern companies. Below are a few reasons why this is the case.
1. Easier Setup
Cloud based video surveillance systems are easier to install than NVR systems. They don’t require complex wiring in the cameras in order to show multiple video feeds. You just need a wireless router connecting to the internet, basic wiring to power the device, and a cloud camera. Cloud surveillance systems are also easier to maintain and don’t require an IT or security professional for system checkups.
2. Greater Flexibility
Whether you want to add new cameras, upgrade/downgrade, or change storage space, you’ll get much more flexibility with cloud video surveillance than an NVR system. Modern cloud systems combine physical storage spanning multiple servers in a customizable way. End users can deploy any number of cameras, servers, and locations without having to touch existing hardware.
3. Access Anytime, Anywhere
You may not be able to view footage on your NVR when you really need to. That’s because it will take time to travel to the location of the system in order to access the recording. With cloud-based video surveillance, you can access the footage anywhere and at any time (as long as you have internet).
4. Maximum Decoding
High-resolution cameras facilitate clear and sharp image capturing over a wider area. They also make it possible to zoom in on crucial details like work cards or license plates. However, high-res CCTVs alone won’t suffice—you need to pair them with a system that offers sufficient bandwidth, storage, decoding and scalability. A cloud video surveillance system covers all such requirements out-of-the-box, whereas NVR systems may require additional hardware and storage to produce HD imaging.
5. Scalable Storage
NVRs can only store a limited amount of data, so if you install one and it breaks, you won’t be able to access more than a day or two’s recording. With cloud video surveillance, the data storage capacity increases as the number of recordings increases. Plus, the data is automatically backed up in multiple places to ensure you can access a copy if it crashes or becomes corrupted.
6. Seamless Upgrades
Upgrades are critical to a video surveillance system. With upgrades, the system’s provider ensures it can operate at its best. However, NVR system upgrades often require extensive installations and professional IT support. Cloud video surveillance systems let you commit to upgrades without the cost and hassle. Unlike with NVR, updates happen seamlessly without the need for additional on-site support or equipment.
7. Convenience
Retrieving footage from standard HDDs often requires multiple hours. With a cloud surveillance system, you can instantly download and share high-resolution clips and images (this can be crucial in a scenario where you need to submit evidence). Plus, you can access your secured locations at a moment’s notice through the internet.
8. Agility
Thanks to a flourishing ecosystem of technology partners and open API platforms, it’s easier to add more functionality to cloud-based video surveillance systems. You’ll also benefit from new analytics capabilities as they emerge and can use AI-powered search and detection tools to investigate incidents more quickly.
Great Service’s cloud-based video surveillance partner—Rhombus—offers the best video cameras for commercial and business installations. Its feature-rich software modernizes video surveillance, enabling users to identify faces, actions, cars, and clothing using AI and search for specific video segments (without you pouring hours of video). Contact us today for a quote or more info.
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Private organizations, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and financial institutes recognize the need for heightened security, which can only be achieved through CCTV. Video surveillance can safeguard your enterprise from vandalism, intrusion, theft, fire, and flood. Check out this infographic to learn the advantages of selecting cloud-based surveillance cameras over NVR.
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