The concept of a fully-converged, multi-application voice and data network has become increasingly compelling over recent years, as IP costs continue to fall and network resilience, performance and quality of service delivery all continue to improve. Adding IP CCTV to the existing network is the next logical step for many businesses, as it not only boosts the scope of surveillance but also centralises security operations and maintenance, eliminates the need for laying additional cables and removes the issue of buying (and then storing) video cassettes.Many organisations already have in place an IP network infrastructure that serves their telephony and computer networks, Point-of-Sale, ATM and credit card detail acquiring systems, in addition to other key business applications. It’s a simple and low cost process to add a network access point to install a camera and link it with the business network. There are none of the support and re-cabling costs associated with the non-digital alternative. Given the readiness and availability of power-over-Ethernet products, directing power to the devices is easier, too.
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IP CCTV will be one of the subjects addressed in the new Specifying Security Technology Course, 21 – 25 July 2008. The programme is intended for those security managers who are required to specify and select technical security systems. The course will focus on developments in technology, especially convergence and the migration of traditional discrete security systems to common IT-based platforms, and is designed to help the security manager to reach rational and cost-effective decisions about the employment of new technology. The course will address the following areas:
- Technology Convergence – Upside and Downside
- Creating Dynamic Return on Investment though Convergence
- Integration of Physical and IT Security Systems
- IT Networking of Physical Security Systems
- IT Network Security Overview
- Systems Specification, Project Management and Testing
- Selecting between Installers, Integrators and Consultants
- Automated Access Control Systems
- Integrating Physical and Logical Access Control (the Single Card Initiative)
- Electronic Systems for Asset Management (GPS, RFID, EAS etc)
- Developments in Digital CCTV and Specification Implications
- Video over IP
- Power over Ethernet Considerations
- Intrusion Detection Systems
For further information contact David.
