Many in the security industry remember the days when an advanced video management system (VMS) was comprised of multiple cameras connected to network video recorders where data could be retrieved at a later date for analysis by a human operator. While this basic approach remains an option, the fact is that, in today’s market, physical security is largely integrated into an organization’s IT/network infrastructure.
Advanced VMS solutions are increasingly integrated with most hardware implementations to ensure that an organization’s business operations, risk mitigation and security objectives are aligned. This is becoming even more of a challenge with the complexity of evolving physical security systems. The convergence of video surveillance and an expanding IoT and API landscape have shifted priorities to a security framework that emphasizes centralized control, real-time situational awareness and proactive security. This shift in approach has provided the greatest opportunities for cutting-edge VMS platforms to excel.