Preventing IP Camera Hacking: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Commercial Video Surveillance

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IP security cameras give businesses more flexibility than traditional standalone surveillance systems. Authorized users may be able to view cameras remotely, manage multiple locations, review recorded footage, receive alerts, and connect surveillance with other security tools. That network connection also means cameras have to be treated like connected devices, not just equipment mounted on a […]

Storefront Security: Best Camera Options for Retail Locations

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Choosing security cameras for a retail store starts with the store itself. A customer entrance, checkout counter, sales floor, stockroom, employee entrance, loading area, and parking lot all create different viewing needs. One camera type or one mounting position will not necessarily work equally well in every part of the property. For retailers, the goal […]

How to Build a Virtual Guard Escalation Plan for a Commercial Property

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A Virtual Guard escalation plan tells a remote monitoring team exactly what to do after an event has been reviewed and requires attention. It defines how serious different situations are, who should be contacted, when an audio warning is authorized, when an event should be escalated, and how the response should be documented. For a […]