Employing the use of Cctv in your business comes with a lot of benefits. Whether used on its own or as part of a robust security system, being able to monitor your property provides security, deterrence, and peace of mind even after hours.

CCTV video Surveillance has come a long way from grainy, choppy, black and white images. Its uses have developed with more functionality available in many systems. When it comes down to it, CCTV largely has two functions. It can be used either for surveillance, to supplement existing security solutions, or for detection, as a main part of the system.

CCTV Systems for Video Surveillance

Using CCTV for surveillance is a good first step for any business security solution. Having cameras visible throughout your workplace, whether an office, a store, or a warehouse, will help deter theft in the first place. If there’s an incident, you’re able to review the footage, often for a set period of time, to verify any events or hand over to the police.

CCTV surveillance works best as a supplement to other security solutions. If you have a large property with a security guard, for example, they can monitor the CCTV for any intruders or out-of-the-ordinary events in real time. If you use intruder alarms, CCTV footage can work as footage for police to identify and catch criminals.

The shortcoming of using CCTV systems solely for surveillance is that in case of a security threat, like a break-in, robbery, or vandalism, you may not know about it until after the fact. Having the footage accessible is helpful in apprehending criminals, but isn’t it better to detect the threat as it’s occurring and prevent it?

CCTV Surveillance with Threat Detection

CCTV technology has developed to be used as more than just surveillance. Now, you can use CCTV for detection and prevention of security threats. You don’t have to worry about having a security guard on-site, or about not getting notified of a break-in or robbery.

With Verified Video Response, such as Sonavision by Sonitrol, when an alarm is triggered, monitoring professionals are able to see the video feed and verify whether it’s a false alarm or a true security threat. With this technology, even when no one is at the workplace, the security company, authorities, and you will know right away if there is a threat.

Of course, this type of system also records security footage that you can review online at any time and can be used as evidence in a police investigation. CCTV for detection also comes with other benefits, like scheduled virtual visits, 24/7 online access, and event notifications via email. If no one supervises your business property after hours and you want consistent, real-time protection for your property.

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