Not all surveillance cameras are created equally. It may seem as simple as selecting a surveillance camera and popping it into place, but what about the external factors that affect the quality of recorded images? One of the top concerns for industry professionals and end-users alike is a cameras ability to function in the dark … Read More
Business Security Systems
Complete Security Systems
In an unpredictable world, one thing is certain, we all want to protect what’s ours. Whether you’re a business owner or a homeowner, you want to keep safe that which you’ve worked so hard for. One of the most effective ways to do that is to install a security system. Well, what exactly is a … Read More
Surveillance Footage Monitoring
When you picture a surveillance monitoring station what do you see? Is it a half awake guard staring blankly at multiple monitors? If that’s the case you can scratch that image from your mind. The future of monitoring services is quickly shifting and adapting to our society’s need for streamlined and efficient processes. As surveillance … Read More
Are Security Guards Better Than An Alarm System?
You might think that hiring a security guard or team of security personnel is all you need to protect your business. On the other hand you might think that installing a comprehensive security system is all you need. The two on their own are no doubt effective in different ways, but are even more beneficial … Read More
Can I Keep My Camera System On My Office Network?
Whether you are installing a new surveillance system or changing an existing one you need to consider the type of system and the operating implications associated with it. The desire for advanced image quality, video analytics, ease of integration, and remote access has ushered in the era of IP (Internet Protocol) surveillance systems. IP surveillance … Read More
How Does an Internet Outage Affect Security?
Does your security system, or part of it, rely on your company’s internet network? Or are you considering a system that is at least partially dependent on network connectivity? If so, what happens if that network fails or is compromised? Fortunately nowadays the chances of your network dropping or losing connection is pretty slim, in … Read More
How Do You Store Camera Footage?
Surveillance plays a vital role in any comprehensive security system. It helps authorities catch criminals and provides helpful insight into your business operations by collecting and analyzing data on a daily basis. Where and how is all of this visual and analytical data being “collected?” That is the ever pressing question for system integrators and … Read More
Emergency Preparedness for Businesses
No business is immune to risk or unpredictable circumstances. In an emergency, often times, there’s an influx of panic for those involved. Our dedicated and hardworking emergency responders-firefighters, EMTs, ambulance, and police-are the ones who keep a strong front and are prepared to help us through these tough situations. As a business owner wouldn’t it … Read More
Important Information for Verizon Customers
If you have Verizon telephone/internet service, please read the below for important information. We’ve been getting a few inquiries lately, so we wanted to put an article on our blog about this – Verizon has recently made the decision to retire their copper phone lines in favor of fiber-optic communications. If you still have copper … Read More
Intercoms and Access Control Troubleshooting
We were recently approached by a public housing authority in Northern New Jersey with a problem. They had a 36-unit apartment building with electronic locks for entry, and were experiencing multiple issues. Tenants could no longer allow their guests entry to their apartment by pushing a button. They would have to leave the apartment, get … Read More