Does My Business Need CCTV Integration?

CCTV (Closed Circuit TV) cameras and monitors have been a part of security systems for decades. Security cameras are the most ubiquitous and observable pieces of security systems today in both business and residential settings. Today’s technology brings both CCTV and security system interaction together seamlessly.

CCTV And Security Systems

Long ago, CCTV systems worked on separate networks as simple cameras and recorders which were on 24/7 to provide evidence of past events. Businesses would have alarm systems for real-time monitoring and activators that could trigger the alarms as well as notify security personnel when break-ins occurred. If the CCTV system was on at that time, it acted as a passive witness to events for authorities to use after the fact. You commonly noticed security cameras in businesses like:

• Banks


• Retail


• Convenience Stores


• Etc...

Enhanced Security And Safety Through Integration

Thankfully, today’s CCTV technology and security systems play together in the same sandbox to offer the business owner and security team much more than a passive witness. The cameras and video systems offer:

• Interactivity


• Remote Access and Control


• Motion Detection


• Energy Efficiency


• HD Video


• Terabytes of Storage


• Incredible Ease of Use


• And Much More…

When your CCTV system and your security system work together, you have the ultimate in control and real-time awareness at your fingertips. Here is a good example. An employee of yours uses their key fob or badge at a secure entrance outside of normal business hours. The motion-sensing camera at the entrance begins recording and triggers an alert via the security system network to you on your mobile device and or PC. You then queue up the video on your screen and choose to:

• Speak directly to the person at the door via a speaker and mic setup.


• Unlock the entrance remotely via your mobile device or PC.


• Notify onsite security.


• Your options and combinations are endless…

The excellent news is security systems today are designed to integrate with cameras and video components on the same networks to bring you, the end-user, endless customizable options, and protocols for ultimate security and safety. Today’s video and security systems can be as feature-rich or as simple as desired to meet your needs.

CCTV And Security System Integration

Turnkey security system solutions and integration are available for everyone through certain companies. Look for security companies that have multi-system integration in-house and experience with systems of all sizes. This makes your life much easier with one company to call for support and emergencies. You will see CCTV integrated into security systems in situations like:

• Corporate Campuses


• Schools and Universities


• Banks


• Apartment And Townhome Complexes


• Retail Stores of All Sizes


• Jewelry Stores


• Hospitals


• And so many more...

 Today, your security system needs much more than locks and heavy doors. No matter how big or small your business is, you can take advantage of cost-effective security features with CCTV integration to increase overall safety and control for your business and property.