Video Surveillance

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Breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital technology, including faster, more affordable bandwidth, are revolutionizing the ways cities conduct surveillance and provide security. Major cities throughout the U.S. are utilizing turnkey systems that integrate video footage, access management, traffic monitoring and body-worn cameras into central high-speed networks. 

One thing is clear: the hybrid model will be permanent. Occupier requirements are constantly evolving and they are driving new considerations for landlords and workspace providers. Let’s review the core considerations and components required to create a secure tech operating layer that reassures the integrity of the workspace, operation and infrastructure while delivering a great occupier experience. 

The Goffert Stadium in the Netherlands needed to upgrade its legacy security system, which had fallen into disrepair and was no longer fit for purpose.

The W.E.O’Neil Construction Company installed a Security Management System for its high-end mixed-use West Edge development project in West Los Angeles.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) has installed video cameras as part of its most recent modernization efforts that replaced analog roadside cameras used to monitor traffic flow and conditions.

The right video management system can make an organization smarter and more efficient, as well as more secure. A new resource for businesses—particularly multisite businesses—aims to help security leaders evaluate cloud video surveillance systems.

As COVID-19 remains a threat, security leaders at sporting events and entertainment venues need to pivot and change course as needed — relying on security technology, procedures and policies to support the health and safety of players, fans, visitors and staff. Here is a sampling of security technologies offered.

Communication was already a challenge in the security industry with widespread teams or lone personnel in siloed locations. Now that COVID-19 has virtually eradicated in-person interactions and many team members are only working remotely, it is all the more difficult to keep everyone synced. The entire face of security communications has changed, escalating the need to find alternate ways to connect with the growing remote workforce. Internal and external communications are merging as security companies struggle to manage disconnected teams. Remote work now requires mobile communication delivery at an unprecedented level. Security professionals are discovering faster, more effective ways to communicate with simple, plug-and-play digital solutions.