Security Integrators should be the first call if there is an issue – any issue – at the project site. Time spent analyzing the issue, and potentially repairing the system is usually non-billable, as there is likely a performance contract in place. Regardless of...
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Understanding Surveillance Requirements in the Cannabis Industry
As Cannabis legalization spreads across the country, grower and dispensary operations have become an attractive investment opportunity. In the United States alone, the Cannabis sales are predicted to reach 11 billion in 2018 and up to 22 billion by the year 2022[1]....
Drones for Video Surveillance
Drones appear to be a logical next step for video surveillance, however, their adoption in the industry has been slow. BCDVideo Vice President, Tom Larson, discusses the viability of robotics and drones for video surveillance and the challenges they need to overcome...
The State of Biometrics and Analytics
New technologies have given integrators more options than ever before. Access control featuring biometrics and analytics are creating smarter cities. BCDVideo Vice President Tom Larson discusses the role biometrics and analytics play in video surveillance. Biometrics...
Challenges in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity has been put in the spotlight as hacking techniques become more and more sophisticated and successful. BCDVideo's team of experts discusses the unique challenges in cybersecurity integrators have when securing video systems and the importance of creating...
Cloud Storage
Cloud Storage has broken into the video surveillance market, but how viable is it for large projects? BCDVideo talks about the impact the cloud has had on the surveillance industry and how quickly it’s adapting to accommodate larger installations. Is Cloud Storage a...
Mobile Security
Body cameras and in-vehicle installations are quickly becoming the new norm in video surveillance. BCDVideo team members discuss how mobile security is used today and what challenges are still ahead. The interview is broken into smaller segments below. Watch the whole...
How to Determine Network Security
Networking is the backbone to any IP video project. Insufficient bandwidth, unsecured devices, and slow legacy protocols can render even the best cameras and servers inoperable. BCDVideo' Networking Engineer discusses networking’s importance and best practices for...