Category Archives: Access Control Systems

Office Security Camera Strategies That Work Without Intruding on Privacy

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Effective office camera strategies focus on risk. Place cameras at entryways, exits, lobbies, and shared spaces to capture identification, deliveries, movement, and tailgating—while avoiding private areas. Enforce 30–90 day retention with automatic deletion, role-based access, MFA, watermarking, and audit logs. Use masking near sensitive zones, document legal bases, and gain consent where required. Publish coverage […]

Storefront Security: Best Camera Options for Retail Locations

Retail storefronts benefit from WDR-equipped domes, turrets, and bullets to cut shrink, improve safety, and document liability. Domes: Use fixed or vari-focal domes indoors. Turrets: Ideal for low-light or glass-glare environments. Bullets: Perfect for perimeter deterrence. Fisheyes: Best for open lobbies and broad visibility. At entrances, position a face-capture camera 6–12 ft with ≥120 dB […]

Wireless Security Systems for Businesses: Pros, Cons & Use Cases

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Wireless security systems use Wi-Fi, cellular, or RF to link cable-free sensors, cameras, and access control with centralized or cloud management. They deploy fast, scale across sites, and cut trenching, labor, and downtime. Mesh and segmented SSIDs improve coverage and QoS. Drawbacks include RF interference, battery or power dependencies, and cyber risks. Costs span hardware, […]