Category Archives: Security System Installation

Design begins with threat-led coverage mapping, site evaluation, and impact tolerances. Select cameras by zone: 4K for identification, 1080p for detection, paired with appropriate lenses and ruggedized, low-light form factors. Engineer segmented, PTP-synchronized networks with PoE++, non-blocking cores, and zero-touch provisioning. Plan tiered storage using H.265/SMART codecs, edge buffering, immutable central archives, and tested backups. […]

Security cameras can produce measurable ROI through loss reduction (15–35%), faster incident resolution (25–50%), and lower insurance premiums (5–15%). TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) includes: CapEx: $1,200–$2,500 per camera installed OpEx: Cloud/licensing $8–$18 per month, storage $4–$10, maintenance 8–12% annually ROI modeling requires baselines for shrink, response times, and guard-hours, plus NPV and payback period […]

Corporate security cameras are most effective when visibility deters theft and misconduct, while disciplined controls protect privacy. Programs should be justified by risk reduction, continuity, and cost control, with counsel-backed policies defining purpose, retention, and access. Placement targets entry points and cash areas while avoiding sensitive zones, and uses privacy masking to safeguard personal boundaries. […]