Modern security cameras are sophisticated sensors used around the clock by security, safety, facilities, marketing, customer service, and human resources personnel.
Security camera technologies are diverse and have applications across all organizational divisions. With intelligent video analytics, for example, cameras can be programmed to send alerts when something in the scene is not permitted or may be of particular interest or importance. In-camera analytics allow for complex metadata which provide the information used in the special alert algorithms.
Safety managers can be alerted when specific pre-programmed “rules” are violated. For example, virtual fence lines can be applied to a scene, causing an audible alarm when an employee enters an unsafe area. Simultaneously, the safety manager can be sent a text alert and may respond to the scene before an injury occurs. This capability assists with OSHA and other local worker safety requirements. Analytics may also be applied to previously recorded video to identify recurrent safety risks or to review an incident. For example, if it’s found that employees are taking a shortcut through an unsafe area, the safety manager can search the recorded video to count occurrences and identify potential solutions.
Facilities management can leverage video feeds to monitor construction and maintenance projects. For example, if snow is in the forecast, facilities management can direct teams to areas that need attention as the snow accumulates. Keeping walkways and roadways clear reduces organizational liability.
Video can be used to advertise significant capital campaigns, showing progress to stakeholders and marketing to potential customers. If a hospital is building a new wing, for example, a security camera can serve dual purposes by streaming live video or snapshots to the organization’s website to be viewed by the public. Likewise, that same camera can be simultaneously storing a snapshot every few hours over the course of several months to create a time lapse video of the build. Time lapse videos are great for company websites and project completion celebrations.
Security cameras can easily identify crowding and disruptions in efficiency. For example, a grocery store manager can be alerted by an audible or text when register lines become too long. Additional lanes can then be opened, getting customers on their way.
In the past, it was often up to security to foot the bill for new cameras and other security improvements. Now, with widespread organizational use, multiple departments can chip in on device procurement. This provides each division with the tools they need to increase safety and productivity, while also increasing campus-wide security and safety.
Scrupulous coordination is required to meet stakeholder expectations on a multi-departmental project. Your selection of a security integrator is key. Contact our team today to explore the value of video analytics that we can bring to your organization.