IBM's New Software to Autonomously Monitor Security Cameras

Starting this summer several thousands of surveillance cameras in Chicago's Operation Virtual Shield system will begin to be watched by IBM's new monitoring software called Smart Surveillance Solution. This new software is designed to analyze video sequences in real time from security cameras and monitor events through multiple sensors such as video cameras or audio inputs. This software provides several advantages over traditional video monitoring solutions, which only record and save the data locally or need to be monitored manually by hired employees.

The Smart Surveillance Solution provides real-time alerts by identifying predetermined suspicious behaviors and can help anticipate incidents such as robberies, vandalism, and theft. This video monitoring software also incorporates license plate recognition in parking lots and face capture in lobbies to ensure everyone has been identified. Another advancement in security is that this software can index video events into categories such as people and cars, based on the actions that were previously recorded, providing easier searching and playback when the need arises.

This video monitoring technology is currently being used in the city of Chicago and is taking the first steps to provide intelligence to video monitoring security. With the ability to be re-programmed and fine tuned to address new threats, the Smart Surveillance Solution could soon become the standard for all security surveillance cameras in the United States.

PTZ Security Camera Testimonial

A long time customer and owner of his own CCTV Security Camera Business in San Jose placed an order a few weeks back for a PTZ camera. This particular camera was to replace an existing PTZ that was intentionally destroyed by the workers at a packaging plant. The customer left me a voice mail and I thought it was worth passing on as a PTZ Testimonial: " Hey Andy it's Rudy, I just wanted to say thanks for that great PTZ camera. I installed it last week and the picture is amazing. I know you said this was the replacement model for the PTZ cameras we sold them a few years back, I think this new one is a Merit Lilin 7600NL. I think, but anyway I wanted to say thanks for hooking me up with such a nice camera. The image is super clear. The client loved it and they are very happy. So thanks again buddy, have a good day."

So the next time you are looking for a trusted CCTV supplier, remember that good advice and good service are still the cornerstones that allow good products to make your Security Camera System a success.

CCTV Security Camera Catches Theif Red Handed

A unique feature that a CCTV monitoring firm has implemented has helped in the arrest of a materials theft who was stealing from a construction site. This CCTV monitoring firm was offering a very helpful and under-utilized service that was directly responsible for the burglars arrest. They had trained operators monitoring their CCTV Security Cameras and were able to see the theft live as it happened. The company acted accordingly and was able to contact the police and within 8 minutes of the report the police were able to catch the and arrest the thief.

Here is a quick video of how a GeoVision Security Camera System that has a live monitoring service might benefit you and your company.

Is CCTV better than IP even in the Silicon Valley

Could this be the case? Could CCTV cameras be a more cost effective solution as compared to IP cameras even in the heart of the Silicon Valley?

Even though at its core CCTV infrastructure is based on a technology that’s decades old, its closed network, low cost cameras, and guaranteed performance make a CCTV security camera solution a solid competitor of the upstart IP camera market.

So if you have ever wondered if IP security cameras are all that and a bag of chips, or if perhaps they are just another over hyped, over priced, and often under performing solution, to a problem that many people are eager to believe can be solved with a new technology, then this article subtitled "How CCTV Can Be Better Than IP Even In Silicon Valley” will be worth your time.

Construction Site Security Cameras

Theft from construction sites is estimated to be a $1 billion dollar per year industry, according to the Tempe, Arizona Crime Prevention Website. Not just a local or national problem, Construction Site Security Cameras for theft prevention are a growing interest the whole world round. The culprits aren't always strangers, either -- keeping an eye on your employees is common sense no matter what business you're in. Raw building materials and company-owned equipment are both equally vulnerable to theft and damage, and the costs of material such as copper is rising every day.

Stolen construction material and equipment costs more than just the cash put out to replace them, it results in a loss of productivity due to the time it takes to replace the items. Studies show that security cameras placed in visible places deter theft by the mere sight of them. That, combined with the ability to catch and have evidence to prosecute thieves suggests that a Construction Site Surveillance System could save you a lot of time and cash.

The Construction Site Surveillance Cameras page offers more than just sales of complete CCTV Security Camera Packages, it has a list of steps to take to prevent theft: post signs to ward off thieves, keep physical access to the site limited after-hours, secure your loose equipment in a shed, and communicate with the neighbors around your site so they can help warn you if your site is being trespassed upon.

CCTV Security Cameras in Dallas, Texas

Dallas is the ninth largest city in the United States, and is the main economic center of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With a population of over 6 million that classifies Dallas as a Gamma World City. Texas was formed when they decided to sever ties with Mexico in order to become in independent nation. Texas was soon annexed 7 years later to become part of the United States.

Dallas is experiencing a growth in many of its economies with the Medicine aspect at the forefront. The city of Dallas already has a number of Hospitals and Medical facilities with the most prominent being the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. Currently Dallas is beginning construction on a number of New Hospitals and Medical Facilities and along with that, has come an increased demand for CCTV Security Cameras in Dallas.

All of our CCTV Camera Security Systems utilize business class Dell computer systems as DVR's with GeoVision surveillance system software to provide a wide array of features and top notch flexibility in your system that simply cannot be matched by a cheaper standalone DVR systems. Call Camera Security Now today at 877-422-1907 for an instant quote from any of our On-Site Technicians in the Dallas on the any of the widest range of security camera hardware delivered and locally installed in Dallas, Texas.

Champ All-In-One DVR Media Security System

Champ USA has been gradually establishing itself as one of the leading companies in the auto-ID and POS industry since its founding 1990. Originally specializing in production of peripheral computer products, the company focus has shifted to the design, manufacturing and sales of barcode scanners, magnetic stripe readers, touch screen monitors, POS terminals and development of RFID technology. Champ's newest groundbreaking development comes in the form of the All-In-One DVR Media Security System.


This system comes out of the box fully loaded and ready to go, featuring a Linux operating system with state of the art CCTV surveillance software this machine will completely change the way you think about the term "plug-and-play". It comes stock with an 8" high contract LCD display, an SD Card reader, a CF Card reader, a DVD Player, a four-channel video input with JPEG compression, four-channel alarm sensor inputs, one-channel alarm output, and records at an impressive 30 FPS (NTSC) or 100 FPS (PAL).

The most impressive things about the Champ All-In-One DVR Media Security System though are the portability and the price. This compact system measures only 7.5(W)x7.2(H)x7.8(D) inches, and only weighs about 7.5 pounds. Order one today from the Tech-Army.org e-store or call Camera Security Now to speak to someone who can answer all your questions about the Champ All-In-One DVR Media Security System.