Rules, Regulations, and Benefits: Why people get Security Camera Systems
There are a ton of reasons why people or companies buy security cameras. Some of which are universal and some of which are because of specific rules or regulations that their industry faces.
The Top 4 Universal Reasons Why People Buy Security Cameras
1. Check-In, Remotely
Whether it is to see how a pet or relative is doing or to make sure employees are being productive, checking in remotely is one of the top reasons people buy security cameras.
If being able to check-in remotely is your primary motivation, here are some things that you want to do:
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Be glad, since almost every camera system has this feature.
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Check out the apps and see if they meet your needs and you like the program.
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Figure out what technical support you will need for installation.
2. Know when Someone is Coming or Going
Whether it is employees showing up on time or maintenance people working on the yard, knowing who is coming and going is an important part of any security camera system.
If being alerted to people coming and going is your primary motivation, here are some things that you want to do:
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Choose a camera system with Advanced Video Analytics like Motion Detection, Intrusion Detection, or Face detection to Trigger email and text alerts when someone is on-premises.
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Higher resolution cameras mean more information is recorded and are more effective at determining an individual’s identification.
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If your goal is to capture license plates pay attention to lighting and place cameras where vehicles are forced to slow down or stop. For the reasons to ensure all your needs are met you need to consult with our technician.
3. Discourage Crime and Lower Liability
Visible security cameras deter crime. This is one of the biggest reasons all our products are white: to make them obvious.
After a place has been broken into, it is four times more likely to be burglarized, again--usually within six weeks of the initial crime. -ASU
60% of burglars say they move on to another target when they see security cameras. -UNC
A recent North Carolina university study determined that 60% of burglars move on to a different target when they see security cameras. If you want to know more about the crime stats in your neighborhood, The LexisNexis Community Crime Map is the best source we have found. A sample image of the last 599 crimes in Houston is located to the right.
Security cameras help lower liability insurance fraud at businesses by providing clear video evidence to verify claims, deterring false accusations, and reducing the risk of costly disputes.
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Think about how much footage you need to keep on hand. One week? Thirty days? Ninety days? The longer you store footage, the higher your chance of getting a false claim dismissed.
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Choose a system that can record on motion and/or one that uses more advanced compression methods (like H.265) to get the most out of your hard drive space.
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Determine if you care about having a backup storage solution.