The first step in implementing a premises security technology solution (or upgrading an old one) is to define the scope of your physical security needs. In this presentation, we walk you through the approach we use with our business clients across central Alabama.
Vulcan Security Systems is Alabama's locally-owned, Birmingham based security systems provider and management consultant. Our focus is on the technology and monitoring services to provide premises security for manufacturing companies, warehouses and distribution centers, commercial real estate, and retail operations.
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Defining the Scope of Business Premises Security Needs
1. HOW TO DEFINE
THE SCOPE OF
YOUR SECURITY
SYSTEM NEEDS
Premises & Video Security for Manufacturing
& Distribution Centers
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Our Focus In This Presentation
Machining, Metalworking,
Fabrication Shops
Assembly Line Operations
Commercial Warehouses
Distribution Centers
Heavy Industrial
Mining & Processing Facilities
Oil / Gas Storage & Distribution
3. Reduce insurance claims and liability for personal injury to
customers or employees
Reduce incidents of theft, vandalism
Workplace monitoring for operational efficiency
Inventory control and tracking
Remote premises monitoring after hours
Faster emergency response time
Reduce risks of workplace violence or terrorism
What Do You Want the Security System to Do?
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DEFINE OBJECTIVES
4. Security Tech Can Pay For Itself.
It's An Investment, Not an Expense
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DEFINE YOUR
AVAILABLE
BUDGET
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5. Depending on the size of your operations,
you'll need to get input on security needs from
multiple divisions in your company.
IDENTIFY THE RELEVANT
PERSONNEL
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Facilities Management
Operations
Information Technology
Safety
HR
6. THE PHYSICAL AUDIT
HELPS YOU PRIORITIZE
AND CHOOSE THE RIGHT
TECHNOLOGY FOR
YOUR PREMISES SECURITY
NEEDS.
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7. Exterior Audit:
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PHYSICAL AUDIT
Points of Ingress and Egress
Hours of Operation
After Hours Deliveries?
Outside storage buildings?
After hours vehicle parking?
Terrain & Landscaping
Exterior Lighting
Location of Utilities Infrastructure
8. Interior Audit
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FACILITIES AUDIT
Identify each area of use and who
needs access to each area.
Consider uses in relation to
objectives.
Do you need special access control
technology for highly-sensitive
areas due to biohazards or lab
operations?
Identify facility limitations due to
existing infrastructure
configurations.
9. Premises Security Technology
Encompasses Multiple Categories & Types
DEFINE SECURITY
TECHNOLOGY NEEDS
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Access Control
--Key-based, Digital, Biometric
Intrusion Detection
--Burglar Alarms, Motion-Activated
Lighting, Sensors
Video Surveillance
--Analog or Digital, Coaxial or IP-
Networked, Ethernet or Wifi, HD,
UltraHD, Thermal Sensors
Inventory Control
--RFID
10. SECURITY CAMERA OPTIONS
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Digital Cameras
--Megapixel Cameras: Better Resolution
Open Interface or Proprietary Tech?
--Open minimizes headaches later
Standalone or Networked Cameras?
--Most industrial settings need a network
of cameras, unless single remote location
Operating Conditions
--Camera should be right for the operating
conditions: Indoor, Conditions, Outdoor
Lighting Demands
--Camera should operate as intended in the
given light conditions (infrared?)
11. WE LIKE MOBOTIX VIDEO
SOLUTIONS
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But our first priority is meeting customer
needs and preferences. We can install
and/or retrofit many systems.
12. FIXED CAMERAS
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Fixed Cameras Point in One Direction
Require Physical Adjustments to Change the POV
Higher End Digital Can Be Equipped with P-T-Z for Remote Monitoring
13. P-T-Z AND DOME CAMERAS
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Pan-Tilt-Zoom Capabilities Allow for Remote Adjustments As Needed Based on Conditions
Dome Cameras Are Less Conspicuous and the POV Is Hard to Detect
14. THERMAL CAMERAS & BEYOND
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Sensors Capture "Images" Based on Presence/Absence of Heat, Other Variables
15. IT NETWORK CONSIDERATIONS
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Your IT Network May Require Upgrades, Depending on System Bandwidth & Security Technology
Coaxial vs IP Networked
Ethernet vs Fiber Optics
Retrofitting Old Tech into
Security System Upgrade
16. Peace of Mind
We offer free needs assessments to
Alabama manufacturers
and other businesses.
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