It’s no secret that there has been an upheaval in how security products are sold. Home security systems, for example, were once strictly the domain of professional security installation companies. Now, however, security products are commonly available through online channels, both individually and as pre-packaged, do-it-yourself kits. While homeowners may feel like they have more control over what they purchase and may (or may not) save a little money, the drawback is losing access to all of the great expertise and services that a security company offers, such as systems integration and central station monitoring.
The same is true in the commercial market, where corporations, industrial facilities, institutions such as hospitals and schools, and government agencies rely heavily on security integrators for their expertise and wide array of services. Though it may be tempting to save money by purchasing products like security sensors or cameras directly from online sources and have your own team install them, this negates many of the benefits an organization would otherwise get through a professional security integrator.