Video Surveillance

National Guard Brings Aerial Surveillance, Situational Awareness to U.S. Border

April 15, 2018

National Guardsmen posted to the Mexico border will provide added aerial surveillance to border security efforts.

Pro's and Cons for IP vs. Analog Video Surveillance

Thinking about making the switch to IP cameras? Here’s what to consider.

Sarah Ludwig

April 12, 2018

If you’re thinking about upgrading your analog cameras to IP, there are a variety of factors to think about.

Security Industry Association Announces 2018 SIA New Product Showcase Winners

April 11, 2018

IPConfigure was recognized with the Best New Product award for its Orchid Core VMS for AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) at the SIA New Product Showcase Awards Program.

City Surveillance Market Surpasses $3 Billion, Driving Analytics Adoption

April 9, 2018

The global market for city surveillance equipment surpassed $3 billion in 2017, and it’s expected to grow at an average annual rate of 14.6 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to a report from IHS Markit.

Cleveland School District Implements Video Surveillance System Reliability Solution from Viakoo

April 5, 2018

The District is committed to serving as a model of innovation for the state of Ohio, including leveraging technology to deliver a safe and orderly environment for students and staff.

How Video Management Systems Can Open the Door to Bigger Budgets

Can Your VMS Help Marketing, Operations and Safety Find Inroads to Efficiency?

April 1, 2018

Due to improvements at the camera level and the video management level, whole enterprises – not just security – can find value in video surveillance investments.

Secret Service Report Details Themes Among Mass Attackers

March 29, 2018

There were 23 mass attacks on US soil last year that resulted in 147 deaths, nearly 700 injuries, says a new Secret Service report.

SIA Applauds School Security Funding in Federal Spending Measure

March 28, 2018

As part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018, Congress is reauthorizing and restoring funding for school safety grants administered by the U.S. Department of Justice. The new law provides $25 million immediately for school security technology equipment, in addition to emergency communications systems and other coordination with law enforcement to enhance response capabilities.

Chicago to Leverage Ride-Share Fees for CTA Surveillance Upgrades

March 27, 2018

In February, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a plan to upgrade security cameras and add new ones at Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) stations and bus turnarounds, which would be funded by a fee hike for Uber and Lyft ride-sharing services.