This document discusses cloud-based CCTV and surveillance systems for housing providers as an alternative to traditional CCTV systems. It provides an overview of the advantages of cloud-based systems like Cloudview including easy remote access to high quality footage, lower costs than traditional CCTV, and potential uses beyond monitoring anti-social behavior and crime such as checking property assets. It also includes a case study of how housing provider Accent South has successfully used the Cloudview system to more quickly and easily access footage to respond to incidents.
Cloudview Housing Association Supplement May15 2015Dave Burt
This document discusses the advantages of cloud-based CCTV and surveillance systems compared to traditional on-site systems for housing providers. Cloud-based systems store footage securely in the cloud, allowing for easy remote access from any internet-connected device. This reduces costs associated with physically accessing footage and eliminates issues of corrupted, missing, or overwritten data. Cloudview is highlighted as an example of a cloud-based solution that integrates with existing camera infrastructure and provides reliable, secure access to live and recorded footage for authorized housing staff.
The document discusses a cloud-based visual surveillance system called Cloudview. It notes that traditional CCTV systems are often unreliable, with incorrect timestamps and poor image quality. Managing multiple incompatible systems across sites requires dedicated staff and resources. Cloudview solves these issues by connecting analog and digital cameras to a cloud-based system via a Visual Network Adapter. Images are securely stored and accessible from any device with an internet connection. The system is easy to install, use, and provides value through improved flexibility, usability and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional CCTV.
Wavefront is a modern analytics and observability platform that provides unified visibility across cloud infrastructure and applications. It offers real-time monitoring of metrics, traces, and logs, powerful analytics capabilities, and automated anomaly detection. Some key benefits include dramatically reducing mean time to detection and resolution of issues, improving collaboration across distributed teams, and accelerating innovation through self-service capabilities.
The document discusses Wavefront, a real-time analytics and metrics monitoring platform. It provides 3D visibility through metrics, histograms, and traces. It has over 200 integrations and provides observability across applications, containers, microservices, and any cloud. Examples of companies using Wavefront successfully are mentioned, including Reddit, Lyft, Box, and Space Ape Games. Wavefront aggregates data from multiple sources and allows for quick issue identification and resolution.
Cloud computing allows applications and services to be delivered over the internet through virtualized infrastructure. It provides scalable resources, self-service access, and pay-as-you-go pricing. While cloud computing offers potential benefits, there is still confusion around its definition. Oracle's strategy is to provide enabling technologies for both private and public cloud deployments, giving customers choice while ensuring security and enterprise-grade capabilities. Architects should assess existing systems to identify good candidates for cloud and plan a gradual evolution that partitions workloads and shifts resources to shared services.
Why Juniper, Driven by Mist AI, Leads the MarketJuniper Networks
The document discusses why Juniper Networks' Mist AI solution leads the market for AIOps. It summarizes the key capabilities of Mist AI, including its use of advanced natural language processing through its virtual assistant Marvis to identify network issues. It then compares Mist AI favorably to competitors' solutions, noting Mist AI's modern cloud architecture, ability to provide end-to-end visibility across the network from client to cloud using a single pane of glass, and how it simplifies operations and improves total cost of ownership versus other solutions.
Real AI. Real Results. Mist AI Customer Testimonials.Juniper Networks
Mist customers reported significant benefits from using Mist's AI-driven wireless solutions, including reduced costs and staff time. One customer said Mist reduced the need for site visits by 90% and automated AP rollout. Others mentioned reduced troubleshooting time, faster deployment of new sites, and insights that helped issues be addressed proactively. Customers also stated that Mist simplified management and support of wireless networks.
Open Source in the Era of 5G - All Things Open 2018Mark Voelker
1) 5G networks will enable much faster speeds, lower latency, and more connections compared to previous generations of wireless technology.
2) For 5G to be fully realized, network infrastructure will need to become more distributed through small cell sites and edge computing deployments. Open source software and network function virtualization will be critical to manage this complex infrastructure.
3) Initiatives like ONAP are developing open source platforms to automate the deployment and management of virtualized network functions across distributed infrastructure as defined by standards bodies like the O-RAN Alliance.
Cloudview Housing Association Supplement May15 2015Dave Burt
This document discusses the advantages of cloud-based CCTV and surveillance systems compared to traditional on-site systems for housing providers. Cloud-based systems store footage securely in the cloud, allowing for easy remote access from any internet-connected device. This reduces costs associated with physically accessing footage and eliminates issues of corrupted, missing, or overwritten data. Cloudview is highlighted as an example of a cloud-based solution that integrates with existing camera infrastructure and provides reliable, secure access to live and recorded footage for authorized housing staff.
The document discusses a cloud-based visual surveillance system called Cloudview. It notes that traditional CCTV systems are often unreliable, with incorrect timestamps and poor image quality. Managing multiple incompatible systems across sites requires dedicated staff and resources. Cloudview solves these issues by connecting analog and digital cameras to a cloud-based system via a Visual Network Adapter. Images are securely stored and accessible from any device with an internet connection. The system is easy to install, use, and provides value through improved flexibility, usability and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional CCTV.
Wavefront is a modern analytics and observability platform that provides unified visibility across cloud infrastructure and applications. It offers real-time monitoring of metrics, traces, and logs, powerful analytics capabilities, and automated anomaly detection. Some key benefits include dramatically reducing mean time to detection and resolution of issues, improving collaboration across distributed teams, and accelerating innovation through self-service capabilities.
The document discusses Wavefront, a real-time analytics and metrics monitoring platform. It provides 3D visibility through metrics, histograms, and traces. It has over 200 integrations and provides observability across applications, containers, microservices, and any cloud. Examples of companies using Wavefront successfully are mentioned, including Reddit, Lyft, Box, and Space Ape Games. Wavefront aggregates data from multiple sources and allows for quick issue identification and resolution.
Cloud computing allows applications and services to be delivered over the internet through virtualized infrastructure. It provides scalable resources, self-service access, and pay-as-you-go pricing. While cloud computing offers potential benefits, there is still confusion around its definition. Oracle's strategy is to provide enabling technologies for both private and public cloud deployments, giving customers choice while ensuring security and enterprise-grade capabilities. Architects should assess existing systems to identify good candidates for cloud and plan a gradual evolution that partitions workloads and shifts resources to shared services.
Why Juniper, Driven by Mist AI, Leads the MarketJuniper Networks
The document discusses why Juniper Networks' Mist AI solution leads the market for AIOps. It summarizes the key capabilities of Mist AI, including its use of advanced natural language processing through its virtual assistant Marvis to identify network issues. It then compares Mist AI favorably to competitors' solutions, noting Mist AI's modern cloud architecture, ability to provide end-to-end visibility across the network from client to cloud using a single pane of glass, and how it simplifies operations and improves total cost of ownership versus other solutions.
Real AI. Real Results. Mist AI Customer Testimonials.Juniper Networks
Mist customers reported significant benefits from using Mist's AI-driven wireless solutions, including reduced costs and staff time. One customer said Mist reduced the need for site visits by 90% and automated AP rollout. Others mentioned reduced troubleshooting time, faster deployment of new sites, and insights that helped issues be addressed proactively. Customers also stated that Mist simplified management and support of wireless networks.
Open Source in the Era of 5G - All Things Open 2018Mark Voelker
1) 5G networks will enable much faster speeds, lower latency, and more connections compared to previous generations of wireless technology.
2) For 5G to be fully realized, network infrastructure will need to become more distributed through small cell sites and edge computing deployments. Open source software and network function virtualization will be critical to manage this complex infrastructure.
3) Initiatives like ONAP are developing open source platforms to automate the deployment and management of virtualized network functions across distributed infrastructure as defined by standards bodies like the O-RAN Alliance.
This document provides an overview of Ruckus Unleashed and SmartZone products. It discusses how Unleashed allows access points to function without a separate controller through built-in controller functionality. SmartZone is a controller-based system that can manage both wired and wireless networks from a single interface. The presentation includes demonstrations of the management interfaces and discusses new features like improved dashboards. Current promotion offers are also mentioned, including free Ruckus Analytics licenses and discounted Unleashed access point pricing.
Juniper Networks is introducing the fourth expansion of the AI-driven enterprise to bring artificial intelligence to the LAN, WLAN and now WAN for end-to-end optimization of user experiences and proactive troubleshooting driven by Mist AI.
With the new Juniper Mist WAN Assurance service, customers will receive even better automation and insight in branch locations with AI-driven service level expectations, client-to-cloud event correlation for rapid fault resolution, anomaly detection, and proactive support.
2021 Predictions and Trends for the SD-WAN and Edge MarketQOS Networks
Looking at the new year with a refreshed understanding of what the IT team is looking for, what CIOs are being tasked with, and how to drive a relevant conversation can make the difference with your customer. Join us for our 2021 market insight and trends that can help target the conversation around the edge network and solutions that complement those needs!
As much the workforce continues to work remotely, The COVID-19 Pandemic has taught us that the WAN is more important than ever, and troubleshooting it couldn’t be more difficult. Learn how MARVIS & Mist AI simplify the burdensome process of troubleshooting the WAN.
Are you able to deliver reliable experiences for connected devicesJuniper Networks
Here are 5 things you can do with Mist Wired Assurance. With Wired Assurance, you can leverage Juniper EX switch telemetry to enable simpler operations, shorter mean time to repair, and better visibility into end-user experiences for your connected devices, including access points, servers, and IoT endpoints.
Experiences are everything and Juniper knows this. From when a user engages with an app on their smartphone to when a workload is generated in the cloud to pick up the request, we know that every point of contact along the way impacts the user’s experience, from client to cloud. Learn more about what Juniper has recently announced in this SlideShare!
We are excited to announce the release of MetaFabric, a new end-to-end architecture that encompasses Juniper Network’s switching, routing, software and security portfolios. It provides the freedom and flexibility to use any technology, any protocol, any orchestration platform, any SDN controller, for any data center application with the assurance of interoperability and minimal disruption.
Check out this presentation and learn how the new SaaS-based monitoring service from eG Innovations helps Citrix customers with performance management of their digital workpace environments.
WatchGuard Integrates with CommScope RUCKUS: Full Solutions for 2021Purdicom
We will be exploring the current issues on Wi-Fi security by identifying how safe is the end-user from existing and new Wi-Fi threats emerging daily, why we cannot depend on a standalone access point to detect and prevent all new threats from hackers.
Also, look into WatchGuard's solutions. How it automatically acts as an overlay on existing access points and not only provides safe Wi-Fi traffic but, also delivers unprecedented WIPS security protection that is 100% dedicated to scanning the air and protecting your business from wireless threats 24/7.
Join us as Alex Claro (Head of Technical) and Paul Summerland (Major Account Manager) - take us through the most fundamental security solutions for your access points.
Modern Network Compliance: The Journey of a CustomerItential
This webinar slideshow showcases real-world examples of how Itential users achieved network compliance. Senior Technical Marketing Engineer Rich Martin review why configuration compliance is a requirement to achieve network security, reliability, and performance goals as well as show these principles in action with real-world customer examples and results.
Catbird CTO on Why New Security Models are Essential for Highly Virtualized D...Dana Gardner
Transcript of a BriefingsDirect discussion on how increased virtualization across data centers translates into the need for new approaches to security, compliance, and governance.
Cyxtera - Operational Complexity: The Biggest Security Threat to Your AWS Env...Cyxtera Technologies
Learn how to remove operational complexity from achieving secure – and easily auditable – user access to your AWS systems. Automate tightly controlled user access in highly dynamic AWS environments. Painlessly report exactly who accessed which resources, from where, and when – in near real-time – and save your teams thousands of hours in audit prep work.
Mission-Critical Connectivity for Svitzer’s Global FleetWestbase.io
With 4000 employees, a fleet of 430 vessels and
operations all over the world, Svitzer is recognised as the global market leader within towage and emergency response.
Managing a fleet of 430 vessels that are distributed globally and exposed to extreme weather conditions and challenging operations is no mean feat. Communications with these vessels is not straightforward either, as every country has a different implementation of 4G LTE / 3G networks and ship-to-shore WiFi.
Find out how a solution from Westbase.io enabled Svitzer to standardise communications across the fleet, equipping personnel with the technology needed to operate effectively and safely.
Best Practices for Troubleshooting Four Real-world Java Performance IssueseG Innovations
If you are managing or operating Java-based web applications, you have probably heard your users complain many a time that "the application is slow". After spending hours, you find out that the issue was not your application, but with a third party service that your application relies upon. Web application performance issues can also occur due to code problems, database table locks or slowness on the browser, to name a few reasons.
Learn how to troubleshoot four real-world performance issues with Java-based web applications in minutes.
TELUS is introducing a new Network as a Service (NaaS) solution that provides a secure and reliable SD-WAN. The key benefits of TELUS NaaS include:
1) It is cloud-optimized, allowing customers to directly access cloud applications from branch offices to save time and increase productivity.
2) NaaS provides security through integrated next-generation firewalls and reliability with automatic LTE backup if the primary connection fails.
3) The solution is easy to use with a self-serve portal that reduces deployment time by 80% and allows for simple management and monitoring of the network.
4) TELUS NaaS offers cost savings of up to 67
It's time to scale way back on those support tickets from your branch users. Security shouldn’t come at the cost of performance. Register now to attend a live demo. You may be eligible to receive a free SRX!
https://www.juniper.net/sdwan-thursdays
Contrail SD-WAN: Secure, Automated Multicloud and Multi-site SD-Branch Connec...James Kelly
Outline:
1. Multicloud & Multi-site Unified
2. SD-WAN in 2018 (not yet another pitch on what SD-WAN is and why you need it)
3. Better Together with Service Providers
4. Contrail SD-WAN Solution
5. Juniper GTM, Partners, Ordering
6. Get Started
A New Approach to Continuous Monitoring in the CloudNETSCOUT
In this #CLUS 2019 session, you will learn how NETSCOUT’s smart data platform enables continuous monitoring in hybrid cloud environments to minimize risk and accelerate customer migration to the Cloud. You will review real-life examples of how businesses optimized their Cloud migration gaining visibility and deep insights, in both physical and virtual worlds, to maintain continuity and security of the services throughout the migration process.
The document summarizes different routing techniques in Mule such as splitters, aggregators, filters, for each scope, main flows, sub flows, and flow references. It explains that splitters split messages into parts and aggregators combine message parts. The for each scope iterates over elements in a collection. Main flows contain message sources while sub flows only contain processors and are called via flow references. Filters filter messages using expressions and can throw exceptions if the expression is not satisfied.
This document provides an overview of Ruckus Unleashed and SmartZone products. It discusses how Unleashed allows access points to function without a separate controller through built-in controller functionality. SmartZone is a controller-based system that can manage both wired and wireless networks from a single interface. The presentation includes demonstrations of the management interfaces and discusses new features like improved dashboards. Current promotion offers are also mentioned, including free Ruckus Analytics licenses and discounted Unleashed access point pricing.
Juniper Networks is introducing the fourth expansion of the AI-driven enterprise to bring artificial intelligence to the LAN, WLAN and now WAN for end-to-end optimization of user experiences and proactive troubleshooting driven by Mist AI.
With the new Juniper Mist WAN Assurance service, customers will receive even better automation and insight in branch locations with AI-driven service level expectations, client-to-cloud event correlation for rapid fault resolution, anomaly detection, and proactive support.
2021 Predictions and Trends for the SD-WAN and Edge MarketQOS Networks
Looking at the new year with a refreshed understanding of what the IT team is looking for, what CIOs are being tasked with, and how to drive a relevant conversation can make the difference with your customer. Join us for our 2021 market insight and trends that can help target the conversation around the edge network and solutions that complement those needs!
As much the workforce continues to work remotely, The COVID-19 Pandemic has taught us that the WAN is more important than ever, and troubleshooting it couldn’t be more difficult. Learn how MARVIS & Mist AI simplify the burdensome process of troubleshooting the WAN.
Are you able to deliver reliable experiences for connected devicesJuniper Networks
Here are 5 things you can do with Mist Wired Assurance. With Wired Assurance, you can leverage Juniper EX switch telemetry to enable simpler operations, shorter mean time to repair, and better visibility into end-user experiences for your connected devices, including access points, servers, and IoT endpoints.
Experiences are everything and Juniper knows this. From when a user engages with an app on their smartphone to when a workload is generated in the cloud to pick up the request, we know that every point of contact along the way impacts the user’s experience, from client to cloud. Learn more about what Juniper has recently announced in this SlideShare!
We are excited to announce the release of MetaFabric, a new end-to-end architecture that encompasses Juniper Network’s switching, routing, software and security portfolios. It provides the freedom and flexibility to use any technology, any protocol, any orchestration platform, any SDN controller, for any data center application with the assurance of interoperability and minimal disruption.
Check out this presentation and learn how the new SaaS-based monitoring service from eG Innovations helps Citrix customers with performance management of their digital workpace environments.
WatchGuard Integrates with CommScope RUCKUS: Full Solutions for 2021Purdicom
We will be exploring the current issues on Wi-Fi security by identifying how safe is the end-user from existing and new Wi-Fi threats emerging daily, why we cannot depend on a standalone access point to detect and prevent all new threats from hackers.
Also, look into WatchGuard's solutions. How it automatically acts as an overlay on existing access points and not only provides safe Wi-Fi traffic but, also delivers unprecedented WIPS security protection that is 100% dedicated to scanning the air and protecting your business from wireless threats 24/7.
Join us as Alex Claro (Head of Technical) and Paul Summerland (Major Account Manager) - take us through the most fundamental security solutions for your access points.
Modern Network Compliance: The Journey of a CustomerItential
This webinar slideshow showcases real-world examples of how Itential users achieved network compliance. Senior Technical Marketing Engineer Rich Martin review why configuration compliance is a requirement to achieve network security, reliability, and performance goals as well as show these principles in action with real-world customer examples and results.
Catbird CTO on Why New Security Models are Essential for Highly Virtualized D...Dana Gardner
Transcript of a BriefingsDirect discussion on how increased virtualization across data centers translates into the need for new approaches to security, compliance, and governance.
Cyxtera - Operational Complexity: The Biggest Security Threat to Your AWS Env...Cyxtera Technologies
Learn how to remove operational complexity from achieving secure – and easily auditable – user access to your AWS systems. Automate tightly controlled user access in highly dynamic AWS environments. Painlessly report exactly who accessed which resources, from where, and when – in near real-time – and save your teams thousands of hours in audit prep work.
Mission-Critical Connectivity for Svitzer’s Global FleetWestbase.io
With 4000 employees, a fleet of 430 vessels and
operations all over the world, Svitzer is recognised as the global market leader within towage and emergency response.
Managing a fleet of 430 vessels that are distributed globally and exposed to extreme weather conditions and challenging operations is no mean feat. Communications with these vessels is not straightforward either, as every country has a different implementation of 4G LTE / 3G networks and ship-to-shore WiFi.
Find out how a solution from Westbase.io enabled Svitzer to standardise communications across the fleet, equipping personnel with the technology needed to operate effectively and safely.
Best Practices for Troubleshooting Four Real-world Java Performance IssueseG Innovations
If you are managing or operating Java-based web applications, you have probably heard your users complain many a time that "the application is slow". After spending hours, you find out that the issue was not your application, but with a third party service that your application relies upon. Web application performance issues can also occur due to code problems, database table locks or slowness on the browser, to name a few reasons.
Learn how to troubleshoot four real-world performance issues with Java-based web applications in minutes.
TELUS is introducing a new Network as a Service (NaaS) solution that provides a secure and reliable SD-WAN. The key benefits of TELUS NaaS include:
1) It is cloud-optimized, allowing customers to directly access cloud applications from branch offices to save time and increase productivity.
2) NaaS provides security through integrated next-generation firewalls and reliability with automatic LTE backup if the primary connection fails.
3) The solution is easy to use with a self-serve portal that reduces deployment time by 80% and allows for simple management and monitoring of the network.
4) TELUS NaaS offers cost savings of up to 67
It's time to scale way back on those support tickets from your branch users. Security shouldn’t come at the cost of performance. Register now to attend a live demo. You may be eligible to receive a free SRX!
https://www.juniper.net/sdwan-thursdays
Contrail SD-WAN: Secure, Automated Multicloud and Multi-site SD-Branch Connec...James Kelly
Outline:
1. Multicloud & Multi-site Unified
2. SD-WAN in 2018 (not yet another pitch on what SD-WAN is and why you need it)
3. Better Together with Service Providers
4. Contrail SD-WAN Solution
5. Juniper GTM, Partners, Ordering
6. Get Started
A New Approach to Continuous Monitoring in the CloudNETSCOUT
In this #CLUS 2019 session, you will learn how NETSCOUT’s smart data platform enables continuous monitoring in hybrid cloud environments to minimize risk and accelerate customer migration to the Cloud. You will review real-life examples of how businesses optimized their Cloud migration gaining visibility and deep insights, in both physical and virtual worlds, to maintain continuity and security of the services throughout the migration process.
The document summarizes different routing techniques in Mule such as splitters, aggregators, filters, for each scope, main flows, sub flows, and flow references. It explains that splitters split messages into parts and aggregators combine message parts. The for each scope iterates over elements in a collection. Main flows contain message sources while sub flows only contain processors and are called via flow references. Filters filter messages using expressions and can throw exceptions if the expression is not satisfied.
This document summarizes a talk about the security risks posed by commonly exposed data from Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The speaker discusses how status, identification, location, automation, and action data are often exposed from devices like webcams, routers, light bulbs, and fitness trackers. The speaker demonstrates how an Amazon Dash device could be used to trigger actions on a Belkin WeMo light bulb based on network activity data. The talk cautions that the large scale of data ingress and egress from IoT devices enables risks like privacy violations and device compromise if security issues are not addressed.
The document discusses the benefits and challenges of open educational resources (OER). Some key benefits are: 1) Educators can create and share materials that suit their needs; 2) Students have free or low-cost access to classroom materials; 3) Educators can add to the body of knowledge in their discipline by sharing resources. Some potential challenges are: 1) Sharing knowledge could minimize the value of education; 2) Teaching may become less lucrative if knowledge is shared freely; 3) Commercial entities may exploit OER work for financial gain in unintended ways.
1. Octavio Rojo is a consulting engineer and project manager based in Puerto Rico with experience managing multiple construction projects using AutoCAD.
2. A list of projects managed by Octavio Rojo is provided including details of project area, costs, and timeline. Projects include healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, and housing remodels.
3. During his time at UNIFEDO Interamericana S.A. in Venezuela, Octavio Rojo's responsibilities included project management, staff supervision, construction detailing, and coordinating dimensions with contractors.
Fans of pop music genres typically follow the latest fashion trends of their favorite artists as seen in magazines and emulate their styles. They find inspiration for their own looks from celebrities in magazines that show how to recreate star outfits from high street stores. Attending pop concerts and keeping up to date with artists on social media are also common hobbies. The document lists both current and past popular pop artists that fans may follow, though they each have their own unique styles within the broader genre.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Primetime television ads are often assumed to be worthwhile because they reach many viewers. However, an analysis of viewership data found that primetime ads are often inefficient compared to other times of day. While primetime reaches large audiences, the high costs result in a much higher cost per impression. Additionally, desirable voter segments and those who only watch primetime are more accessible at other times. The analysis suggests more targeted and efficient placements could achieve greater voter reach with the same ad budget.
Veterinarian http://veterinarian.nearlexingtonky.comBarbara Johnson
This veterinary hospital website welcomes users and aims to provide quality care for pets as well as useful health information. The site notes that the hospital has been serving the community for many years, offering services such as medicine, surgery, boarding, training, adoptions, eye care and grooming for all types of animals including dogs, cats, and snakes. Users are encouraged to call and set up an appointment.
This document discusses using Java Message Service (JMS) with MuleSoft's messaging transport to integrate applications. It provides an example of configuring JMS with ActiveMQ to send and receive messages from queues. The key steps are:
1. Import the ActiveMQ JAR library
2. Create an ActiveMQ connector in Mule
3. Use a JMS endpoint to enqueue messages to a queue via an HTTP request
4. Use another JMS endpoint and logger to receive and log messages from the queue
The History Of UK Radio details the evolution of radio in the UK from the 1920s to present day. It began with the BBC as the sole radio station, broadcasting news and conservative music. In the 1960s, pirate radio stations emerged catering to teenagers, followed by commercial stations like Radio 1. The internet integrated radio into daily life in the 2000s, allowing on-demand listening and new internet-only stations. Radio continues to rapidly change and adapt to new technologies to remain relevant in the fragmented media landscape.
Gary J.N. DeBacco II is a senior instrument and electrical/SIS control systems designer and engineer with over 25 years of experience in the process industry. He has extensive skills in designing, implementing, and starting up shutdown and safety instrumented systems, as well as control systems for gas turbines, compressors, and generators.
Cloudview Housing Association Supplement May15 2015Margaret Pirie
This document discusses the advantages of cloud-based CCTV and surveillance systems compared to traditional on-site systems for housing providers. Cloud-based systems store footage securely in the cloud, allowing for easy remote access from any internet-connected device. This reduces costs associated with physically accessing footage and eliminates issues of corrupted, missing, or overwritten data. Cloudview is highlighted as an example of a cloud-based solution that integrates with existing camera infrastructure and provides reliable, secure access to live and archived footage for quick response to incidents.
The document discusses KiwiSecurity's automated video surveillance technology. It describes how KiwiSecurity uses intelligent algorithms to analyze camera images in real-time, allowing humans to act immediately on relevant events. Considerable investments have been made installing thousands of KiwiSecurity cameras and systems. The technology can easily integrate into existing video surveillance systems to protect investments. KiwiSecurity develops highly specialized software to achieve the best video analysis algorithms on an unlimitedly scalable, high-security platform for automated video surveillance. Certified partners exclusively market KiwiVision products and design and realize individual projects.
A cloud-based video surveillance system stores recorded video in the cloud rather than requiring on-site hardware and storage. This allows for simplified remote access and maintenance of the system from any internet-connected device. Cloud surveillance also provides increased video storage and resolution capabilities, reliable data backup even if cameras fail, immediate fault reporting, and significantly reduced overall costs compared to traditional on-site video security systems.
Welcome to the guide on Enhancing Surveillance through Cloud CCTV Solutions. This comprehensive presentation will cover the latest advancements and best practices in cloud-based CCTV systems for enhanced security and monitoring.
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Hosted video solutions store video data with a third party provider over the internet rather than onsite. This eliminates the need for companies to purchase, maintain and manage their own video storage equipment. Hosted video provides benefits such as lower costs, higher security, simple plug-and-play installation, and the ability to access video remotely from any internet connection. It is well suited for businesses that lack large IT budgets and staff but have security monitoring needs.
This document uses city centers as an example of a common city surveillance application using Axis network cameras. It motivates the need for a surveillance system, the reason for choosing an IP-based system and, most importantly, it describes the system design to help customers and/or system integration partners to write a “Request for Proposal"
This document uses city centers as an example of a common city surveillance application using Axis network cameras. It motivates the need for a surveillance system, the reason for choosing an IP-based system and, most importantly, it describes the system design to help customers and/or system integration partners to write a “Request for Proposal"
CCTV camera systems use cameras to transmit video, images, and audio data to a monitoring hub for live or recorded viewing. There are many types of CCTV cameras for security purposes, including indoor, outdoor, infrared, dome, bullet, vandal-proof, hidden, and pan-tilt-zoom cameras. CCTV systems can be wired, connecting cameras to recording devices via cables, or wireless, using radio transmitters and receivers. CCTV is commonly used for maintaining perimeter security, medical observation, traffic monitoring, building security, and hazardous environment oversight. The future of CCTV is moving to IP systems that allow video access and storage via the internet from anywhere.
CCTV camera systems use cameras to transmit video, images, and audio data to a monitoring hub for live or recorded viewing. There are various types of CCTV cameras for indoor, outdoor, and specialized uses. CCTV systems can be wired, using coaxial cables or other wired connections, or wireless, using radio transmitters and receivers. CCTV is commonly used for security monitoring in areas like buildings, hospitals, traffic systems, and hazardous locations. The future of CCTV is moving to IP-based systems that allow remote video access and storage in cloud computing systems.
Security and Communication Systems Integration Chris Cavallo
CSI provides integrated security and technology solutions including video surveillance, access control, gate systems, and more. They aim to offer affordable bundled services from a single source and can customize solutions. Their product-neutral approach allows using various manufacturers' products. They have over 75 years of combined industry experience and provide installation, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency services.
Avaya Fabric Connect Enables Powerful Video Surveillance for Michigan’s Safe...Avaya Inc.
The Troy Police Department recently grappled with how best to upgrade their video surveillance system throughout the city to provide optimum security for citizens and staff, protection of public property, and a strong first line of defense against liability claims. Their journey demonstrates the importance of not only choosing quality video equipment, but also having the right networking infrastructure to support video surveillance through high performance and reliability, with minimal maintenance.
A high-resolution video surveillance management system incurs huge amounts of storage and network bandwidth. The current infrastructure required to support a high-resolution video surveillance management system (VMS) is expensive and time consuming to plan, implement and maintain. With the recent advances in cloud technologies, opportunity for the utilization of virtualization and the opportunity for distributed computing techniques of cloud storage have been pursued on the basis to find out if the various cloud computing services that are available can support the current requirements to a highresolution video surveillance management system. The research concludes, after investigating and comparing various Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) cloud computing provides what is possible to architect a VMS using cloud technologies; however, it is more expensive and it will require additional reviews for legal implications, as well as emerging threats and countermeasures associated with using cloud technologies for a video surveillance management system..
Overview of the VideoIQ prevention solution and why pattern analysis can help prevent the crime! Learn how to enhance existing surveillance systems with advanced analytics using easy to install and cost-effective multi-channel video analytic appliances.
CCTV Surveillance System, attacks and design goals IJECEIAES
This document summarizes a research paper on CCTV surveillance systems. It discusses various types of CCTV systems including analogue, digital, and network-based systems. It also categorizes video surveillance systems and outlines some common attacks on these systems. The paper provides design goals for developing future video surveillance systems, including improving security, privacy, network communications, and overall system operation. It concludes by suggesting areas for further research in surveillance system design and implementation.
Enhancing Security With CCTV Monitoring Serviceskodiperez7568
CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) monitoring services involve the systematic observation and surveillance of video footage captured by security cameras installed at various locations. These services play a crucial role in enhancing security, safety, and situational awareness for businesses, public spaces, and residential areas. Trained professionals in a centralized monitoring center continuously monitor live video feeds, looking for any suspicious activities, unauthorized access, or potential security threats.
CloudVisit Remote Video Inspection and Collaboration SoftwareCloudVisit, Inc.
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2. CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 03
CLOUD-BASED CCTV AND SURVEILLANCE
IN HOUSING 04
CASE STUDY: ACCENT SOUTH 06
VISION ON - THE ART OF CCTV 07
HEAD IN THE CLOUD 08
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AS A SERVICE (VSAAS) 09
ABOUT CLOUDVIEW 10
ABOUT HOUSING TECHNOLOGY 11
3. WELCOME TO THE FIRST IN
HOUSING TECHNOLOGY’S
NEW SERIES OF ‘IN-DEPTH
2015’ SUPPLEMENTS.
GEORGE GRANT
Publisher and Founder,
Housing Technology
We have teamed up with Cloudview to look at how housing
providers can use the latest cloud-based technologies to
reduce the cost, effort and time of using their new or existing
CCTV infrastructure to track anti-social behaviour and crime,
as well as extend its use to monitor their physical assets, the
state of communal areas or even when bins need emptying,
without needing to do a site visit, thereby cutting down on
time and travel costs.
As any reader who has been involved in any housing-
related incidents using CCTV, most ‘traditional’ CCTV and
surveillance systems used by housing providers (and indeed,
most other organisations) are pre-internet relics. They are
expensive to install and maintain. They are prone to theft
and vandalism. The recorded footage is often low quality,
corrupted or simply over-written. And actually accessing the
footage is both expensive and takes too long.
In contrast, cloud-based CCTV records and stores all of the
footage in the cloud; the footage can then be accessed
through a browser on any internet-enabled device.
Footage can be viewed in real time or historically, including
the ability to set parameters to cut down the amount of
footage needing to be reviewed. Naturally, security is vitally
important; Cloudview is the only CCTV solution of any type
that has been awarded the prestigious Police Preferred
Specification status by Secured by Design.
For housing providers with an existing network of CCTV
cameras, Cloudview provides a Visual Network Adapter.
This is the vital link that connects any camera to Cloudview’s
cloud-based image management system and ensures
authorised users have quick, easy access to footage
whenever they want.
We hope you enjoy this first In-Depth supplement, and
please get in touch at indepth@housing-technology.com if
you would like to know more about cloud-based CCTV and
surveillance.
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CLOUD-BASED SURVEILLANCE & CCTV IN HOUSING
4. 04
MARKET INTELLIGENCE | MAY 2015
Housing Technology interviewed
surveillance, CCTV and technology
experts from Accent South, Cloudview,
OpenSky, Vision-On Systems and Visitor
Aware about how cloud-based CCTV and
surveillance could help housing providers.
As most housing providers know,
traditional CCTV has relied on cameras
sending images to locally-stored recording
media which is then accessed as and
when required. But this approach to
CCTV management can be problematic;
recorded images need to be safely stored,
recording media may need to be rotated
and are intrinsically insecure, and access
to images for investigative purposes can
be very slow and expensive. Cloud-based
CCTV and surveillance removes all of
these obstacles.
James Wickes, CEO of Cloudview, said,
“Among the issues affecting housing
providers, anti-social behaviour, crime and
security are recurring themes. The ability
to upgrade existing CCTV or install new
systems or cameras that combine value
for money with easy access to footage via
the internet, mean that housing providers
can respond faster, more efficiently and
cost-effectively to any incidents.”
Nigel Stanley from OpenSky added, “The
advent of cloud-based CCTV, where
images are uploaded in real time to a
secure, web-based server can reduce
management overheads and costs
because there is no need to manage
local media. Any access to images for
an investigation can be done using any
internet-enabled device.”
Disadvantages of traditional CCTV
As mentioned above, ‘traditional’ CCTV
is a pre-internet relic that is often
unreliable, insecure and expensive to
run. Holly Sheppard, Accent South’s
tenancy sustainability manager, explained,
“Traditional CCTV delivers poor-quality
images and requires a contractor or
trained member of staff to actually go
on site in order to manually download
footage; this is both costly and time
consuming.”
Wickes added, “The main disadvantage
is that it is often very difficult to access
footage from traditional CCTV. This
normally entails specialists having to visit
the site and physically download footage
from a local hard-drive. Even then, the
footage can be corrupted, poor quality or
simply overwritten. Sometimes, because
footage is stored in the camera itself or
on a local storage device such as a DVR,
these are often vandalised or stolen.”
Vision-On Systems’ managing director,
Duncan Ross, emphasised the limitations
of most housing providers’ CCTV
capabilities and said, “The very nature
of traditional CCTV ties it to a physical
site. Systems are often incompatible with
each other and require staff to go to the
site to retrieve data from the recorders,
which are obviously often located in pretty
inaccessible locations. If a camera or hard
disk fails, the first anyone knows about it is
often when it’s most needed.”
Bring on cloud-based CCTV
In contrast to traditional CCTV, cloud-
based CCTV and surveillance is cheaper
to set up (and can often use a housing
provider’s existing infrastructure and
cameras), provides real-time, highly secure
access to recorded footage and is much
more reliable (Cloudview cites a reliability
figure of 99.99999 per cent for its system).
As a user of the Cloudview system,
Accent’s Sheppard said, “Cloud-based
CCTV gives us instant access to footage
via the desktop, plus you can set very
specific parameters to cut down the
amount of footage you have to review.
There is no risk of data being lost which
isn’t the case if you were downloading
footage from a remote camera or storage
device. Furthermore, we can pass on
footage to the Police via secure email.”
Adrian Brown from Visitor Aware said, “The
advantage of a Cloudview CCTV recording
system is that by accessing the CCTV
system from a web browser, users can
see at a glance the condition of the entire
CCTV system and be confident that all the
timestamps are correct. You can access
any recordings, send them securely to
anybody who needs to see them or put
them into extended storage for up to a
year. All this without the staff costs or
instructing a service company to visit the
property and incur day-rate charges.”
Cloudview’s Wickes said, “Footage stored
in the cloud is much safer than recording
to local hard drives which are susceptible
to vandalism, tampering, faults and low-
quality imagery. The Cloudview system has
been designed from the outset to offer the
very highest levels of security and reliability.
Secure log-ins, passwords, bank-level
encryption, transport-level security and
image-hashing technology all mean that
footage is transmitted and stored in the
cloud securely. In fact, Cloudview is the only
CCTV solution of any type that has been
awarded the prestigious Police Preferred
Specification status by Secured by Design.
“However, a key part of our solution is our
Visual Network Adapter. This is the vital
link that connects either existing or new
cameras to our cloud-based management
system and ensures authorised users
have quick and easy access to footage
whenever they want. This is in stark
contrast to traditional CCTV where images
have to be physically accessed without
“All you need are
cameras, a power
supply and a broadband
connection.”
HOLLY SHEPPARD, TENANCY SUSTAINABILITY
MANAGER, ACCENT SOUTH
“Our Visual Network
Adapter is the vital link
that connects either
existing or new cameras
to our cloud-based
management system
and ensures authorised
users have quick, easy
access to footage when
they want.”
JAMES WICKES, CEO, CLOUDVIEW
CLOUD-BASED CCTV
AND SURVEILLANCE
IN HOUSING
5. 05
CLOUD-BASED SURVEILLANCE CCTV IN HOUSING
any image management system.”
Vision-On Systems’ Ross added, “Because
the Cloudview service is neither hardware
nor software reliant, it can work with all
analogue and the majority of IP CCTV
systems. The lack of software needed
to view, share or manage the recording
means that Cloudview, subject to user
login, ID and rights, allows users to quickly
and easily access any CCTV video from
anywhere that has an internet connection.”
Cost advantages
As a very clear indication of a specific cost
saving associated with cloud-based CCTV,
Accent South reported that it previously
cost around £100 to send a contractor out
to download footage from a camera or
storage device whereas with its Cloudview
system, there is no cost because the
footage can be viewed on any internet-
enabled device.
Accent’s Sheppard said, “There is the
annual subscription cost for Cloudview
but when weighed against the time and
costs of manually downloading footage,
it definitely provides value for money,
especially in terms of time saved and
how quickly we can access footage and
respond to incidents.”
OpenSky’s Stanley added, “In effect, the
cloud model enables you to ‘pay as you
go’. There is no need to buy new recording
equipment when further cameras are
needed, upgrades are done remotely and,
most importantly, there are no complex
licensing arrangements to navigate.”
Vision-On Systems’ Ross said, “As an
installer, I can only comment on the
cost reductions that we can make by
being able to remotely see and manage
the connections. We no longer have to
send an engineer to a site just because
a customer says ‘my CCTV has stopped
working’. I know that our clients save huge
amounts of time and money by being able
to remotely access the data wherever and
whenever they need to.”
Visitor Aware’s Brown pointed out that,
“Existing CCTV systems can easily and
quickly be upgraded to Cloudview and
access to broadband can be as simple as
installing a 3G/4G router. The on-going
costs of a Cloudview subscription can be
as little as the annual cost of connecting an
intruder alarm to an alarm receiving centre.”
Building on existing infrastructure
As with other cloud-based services,
Cloudview’s CCTV and surveillance
system requires very little technology
infrastructure apart from the actual image-
recording devices. As Accent’s Sheppard
put it, “All you need are cameras, a power
supply and a broadband connection.”
OpenSky’s Stanley explained, “One of
the benefits of Cloudview is that the
supporting infrastructure needn’t be
complex. As long as there is a local power
supply then typically a Visual Network
Adapter simply needs to be connected
to a local broadband connection using a
wired Ethernet connection or a wireless
dongle. Once connected, the setup and
configuration of the adapter will normally
be automatic.”
Not just ASB and crime
Cloud-based CCTV isn’t just limited to
the traditional role of CCTV to monitor
anti-social behaviour and crime. As Vision-
On Systems’ Ross said, “The potential is
enormous. In fact, the main problem we
have when discussing applications for
cloud-based CCTV with customers is
throttling back their imaginations.”
Brown from Visitor Aware said, “Because
Cloudview is so easy to use and intuitive,
housing providers could also use it
to monitor, for example, when bins
need emptying or the general state of
communal areas without needing to do a
site visit, thereby cutting down on time and
travel costs.”
Cloudview’s Wickes concluded, “Cloud-
based CCTV is already being used by
many businesses to protect physical
assets in remote locations. It is also an
effective tool in protecting brands, either
as a tool to monitor standards of service
or where a brand has a physical presence,
but not a personal one, such as vending
machines. We are also developing new
RFID applications for physical assets so
they can be tracked and plotted on the
Cloudview interface.”
Housing Technology would like to thank Holly
Sheppard (Accent South), James Wickes
(Cloudview), Nigel Stanley (OpenSky), Duncan
Ross (Vision-On Systems) and Adrian Brown
(Visitor Aware) for their editorial contributions to
this article.
“In effect, the cloud
model enables you to
‘pay as you go’. There
is no need to buy new
recording equipment
when further cameras
are needed, upgrades
are done remotely and
there are no complex
licensing arrangements
to navigate.”
NIGEL STANLEY, OPENSKY
“Because Cloudview is so
easy to use and intuitive,
housing providers could
also use it to monitor, for
example, when bins need
emptying or the general
state of communal areas
without needing to do a
site visit, thereby cutting
down on time and travel
costs..”
ADRIAN BROWN, VISITOR AWARE
“The potential is
enormous. In fact,
the main problem we
have when discussing
applications for cloud-
based CCTV with
customers is throttling
back their imaginations.”
DUNCAN ROSS, MANAGING DIRECTOR,
VISION-ON SYSTEMS
6. 06
MARKET INTELLIGENCE | MAY 2015
CASE STUDY: ACCENT SOUTH
HARNESSING THE POWER OF THE CLOUD TO PROTECT TENANTS
Accent Group is a national housing
provider, managing over 20,000
properties across the country. It has been
using and expanding its network of cloud-
based visual surveillance cameras (Vsaas)
to help protect both its tenants and its
properties from anti-social behaviour.
Like many other housing providers, Accent
South had previous experience of using
traditional CCTV systems to combat
anti-social behaviour (ASB), and it wasn’t
always positive. In fact, it had encountered
many of the problems that Cloudview was
created to solve.
To start with, it had a variety of
incompatible cameras and systems
installed across its portfolio. But more
importantly, as Holly Sheppard, tenancy
sustainability manager at Accent South,
pointed out, “We had to get a contractor
to go out every time we wanted to retrieve
any footage.”
This was because, as is typical with
traditional CCTV, footage was recorded
on local hard drives making it difficult to
access. Specialist contractors had to be
used to visit the site in question, access the
recording device, download the footage
and then pass it on to Accent’s staff. And
often the images that came back were too
poor quality to offer much assistance or
provide hard evidence.
This severely compromised the
effectiveness of CCTV in combatting
anti-social Behaviour. In one case, local
police investigating a criminal act had to
physically take away a CCTV recorder as
evidence, rendering the overall system
inoperable until it was returned.
Accent therefore wanted to find a single
visual surveillance solution that was
easier to install, manage and run across
multiple sites.
In its search for a suitable solution,
it discovered the Cloudview visual
surveillance system, which could upload
images through an internet connection,
then store them and make them
accessible to authorised users via the
cloud. This approach delivered many
of the features Accent was looking for,
including real flexibility because it could
be used to upgrade existing systems as
well as completely replace old ones.
Vision-On Systems, who supply, install and
maintain Cloudview networks, were quick
to respond to an enquiry from Accent. After
a site visit and competitive quote, a pilot
site was chosen for the installation of two
movement-activated cameras connected
to Cloudview via a BT internet line.
This pilot scheme proved a success.
Accent was impressed by the speed of
installation of cameras, quality of imagery
and by how easy the Cloudview system
is to access and use. Commenting on the
Cloudview user interface, Holly Sheppard
said, “It’s definitely user friendly. You can’t
break it or click on the wrong thing. And
because all footage is captured in the
cloud, it can’t be damaged or deleted.”
Following the initial pilot, the Cloudview
system has been installed on a further
three sites, including a temporary
accommodation development housing
a number of vulnerable people, which
now has 12 Cloudview-enabled cameras
monitoring communal entrances and
car parks.
Richard Adlam, Accent South’s ASB officer
regularly checks footage in response to
complaints from tenants. He has been
impressed by the speed with which
relevant footage can be found via the
dashboard search function. He said, “It’s so
quick and easy to narrow footage down.
It’s all in front of you.”
Holly Sheppard added, “From our point
of view, it means better customer service.
We can get onto things really quickly, and
securely send footage to the police.”
Accent South is planning to introduce
Cloudview in a staggered programme
concentrating on key sites. It has also been
sharing its experience about the benefits
and effectiveness of cloud-based visual
surveillance with the other regional Accent
Group offices.
The housing provider is currently
conducting a mobile working review and
the accessibility of Cloudview by laptop,
tablet and smartphone means the system
can easily integrate with the findings of the
review.
As Cloudview is designed not only to be
upgradable but also to integrate with
other systems it means that in the future,
it could be used for new tasks such as
integrated access control and improved
reporting, with, for example, ASB reports
automatically created with the relevant
footage attached.
For further information: www.cloudview.co.
“CLOUDVIEW IS DEFINITELY
USER FRIENDLY. YOU CAN’T
BREAK IT OR
CLICK ON THE WRONG
THING. AND BECAUSE ALL
FOOTAGE IS CAPTURED IN
THE CLOUD, IT CAN’T BE
DAMAGED OR DELETED.”
DUNCAN ROSS, MANAGING DIRECTOR,
HOLLY SHEPPARD, TENANCY SUSTAINABILITY
MANAGER, ACCENT SOUTH
“IT’S SO QUICK AND EASY
TO NARROW FOOTAGE
DOWN. IT’S ALL IN FRONT
OF YOU.”
RICHARD ADLAM, ASB OFFICER, ACCENT SOUTH
7. CLOUD-BASED SURVEILLANCE CCTV IN HOUSING
VISION-ON – THE ART OF CCTV
Duncan Ross is the managing director of Vision-On Systems,
a business that consults with a range of clients to design,
source, integrate, deliver and support effective visual
surveillance solutions. He was introduced to the Cloudview
system after a previous project had led him to investigate if
it was possible to store surveillance footage off-site rather
than on local hard drive-based recorders.
Having had previous experience in convergence via the
early adoption of IP-based CCTV, he and his team were
comfortable with using Cloudview’s new technology, as
long as it delivered results. He immediately understood the
Cloudview approach of using its visual network adapters
(VNA) to connect analogue or IP cameras quickly, easily and
cost effectively to the cloud, providing immediate access to
video footage.
Duncan Ross is committed to providing a reliable,
professional service and building an ongoing relationship
with customers like Accent South. He said, “We always ask
potential customers, ‘what are you trying to achieve?’… A lot
of end-users are at the mercy of contractors who just want to
sell cameras; we’re the opposite – we believe fewer cameras,
more efficiently used, are better.”
Vision-On Systems recognises that cloud-based CCTV is not
a universal panacea. For example, much of their work has and
continues to be using CCTV to protect trade vehicles from
theft and break-in. In those situations, a more traditional, hard
drive-based approach can be more suitable.
However, Duncan can see many areas where systems like
Cloudview are ideal, from housing providers to student
accommodation and landlords with multiple properties. He
is currently pioneering a scheme for student housing which
seeks to recognise and alert relevant parties if banned ‘faces’
are seen in protected areas.
Vision-On Systems is also championing a sustainable
business model where cameras, installation, support and
maintenance are managed on a monthly rental basis. It
makes sense for customers because it reduces their capital
expenditure, they can add or remove cameras as necessary
and they don’t have to worry about buying new hardware as
technology advances.
It’s also good for suppliers because they can build long-term,
reliable revenue streams that are based on delivering good
service, not just installing as many cameras as possible. For
example, with the Cloudview service supplied to Accent
South, if the cameras go offline, Vision-On Systems are
immediately alerted. This ensures any potential faults can
be investigated immediately; this is in stark contrast to many
traditional CCTV set-ups where malfunctioning cameras are
only discovered when they are accessed in response to an
incident.
Duncan sees a positive future for cloud-based systems. The
business is growing fast, enquiries are on the up and he is
investing to ensure he provides the very highest standards
nationwide.
Duncan Ross said, “We take pride in what we do and only
employ engineers who think the same. Everything is done
properly, from the siting of the cameras to ensuring the
reliability of the power supply to the overall system. And if
clients are ever stuck, all they have to do is pick up the phone
and ask for help.”
For further information: www.vision-on-systems.co.uk.
07
“A LOT OF END-USERS ARE AT THE MERCY OF
CONTRACTORS WHO JUST WANT TO SELL
CAMERAS; WE’RE THE OPPOSITE – WE BELIEVE
FEWER CAMERAS, MORE EFFICIENTLY USED,
ARE BETTER.”
DUNCAN ROSS, MANAGING DIRECTOR, VISION-ON SYSTEMS
8. CCTV doesn’t have a glowing reputation
with the general public. When the subject
is raised, phrases such as ‘big brother’,
‘surveillance society’ and ‘spycam’ are
often bandied about with a mixture of fear
and disdain.
It’s a pity, because as someone
immersed in the new generation of
visual surveillance, I like to think of
a more positive outlook… one where
‘empowerment’, ‘security’ and ‘peace
of mind’ are the buzzwords. One where
organisations, businesses and individuals
can count on flexible, agile and affordable
visual surveillance systems to help make
their lives safer and better.
Visual surveillance as a service
Of course, the immediate and entirely
reasonable response to this ambition is:
“well, you would say that, wouldn’t you?”
But here at Cloudview, we passionately
believe in this idea. And the work we’ve
done in developing the next generation
of cutting edge, cloud-based visual
surveillance as a service systems (VSaaS)
continually confirms our belief.
At first, our goals were based on providing
value for money, accessible and integrated
networks of cameras that protected
physical assets in remote locations in
a way traditional CCTV couldn’t. We
were thinking of utility and engineering
companies that keep expensive hardware
in a myriad of sites that couldn’t always be
protected by physical security; Cloudview
delivered on that perfectly.
Making daily improvements in tenants’
lives
However, the technology we have built is
being used in many more ways, by many
more organisations than we originally
envisaged. And used in ways that make
a real, direct difference to the lives of the
people that these cameras watch over.
Housing providers are a case in point,
but care homes, university campuses,
schools and business parks are all taking
advantage of visual surveillance powered
by ‘the cloud’.
It’s been fascinating to work with a number
of housing providers to deliver visual
surveillance networks that they can use
on a day-to-day basis for the good of
their tenants. And it’s all possible because
the advent of the internet and cloud
computing has enabled a step change
in the industry that means new systems
bear as much resemblance to ‘traditional’
CCTV as a modern laptop bears to a
Commodore 64 or ZX Spectrum.
Why are they so different, and so much
better? There are a number of reasons,
but there’s one thing the housing providers
we have worked with keep returning to.
And you may very well be familiar with this
experience yourself.
Disadvantages of traditional CCTV
Traditional CCTV uses analogue or digital
cameras that record images locally onto
a directly-connected digital recorder.
Many organisations have a variety of these
systems across multiple locations, all with
different ways to access and download
images. Using, managing and maintaining
these takes time, effort and often the help
and onsite assistance of a specialist CCTV
company. What’s more, the images, if and
when found and recovered after endless
searching through hours of footage, are
often corrupted, or of such poor quality
that they are virtually useless.
In contrast, with new VSaaS systems,
digital quality images are stored directly
from cameras to the cloud on secure
servers and made accessible to authorised
stakeholders quickly and easily on
demand. No delays. No degradation in
picture quality. No specialist knowledge or
assistance needed. All you need is internet
access to the user-friendly dashboard via
PC, laptop, tablet or even smartphone.
In our own case, we have also created a
unique visual network adapter (VNA). This
provides a secure and effective conduit
between new and existing cameras of
every type across a variety of locations,
and our easy to use, cloud-based image
management system.
Inexpensive, secure and shareable
Our image management system means
reviewing footage is no longer expensive
or time consuming. Images are searchable
and securely shareable with relevant and
authorised parties, such as the police or
social services. And they can’t be damaged
or destroyed by people tampering with the
physical cameras, unlike traditional CCTV
systems.
We’ve seen great success with Cloudview
in combatting anti-social behaviour and
criminal damage, but there are additional
uses as well. For instance, VSaaS can be a
valuable tool for the health and safety of
staff working in tenants’ properties and on
estates. They can also help in the general
upkeep of property portfolios and the
protection of assets, with video images
helping to pick up repairs that need
addressing.
Automatic innovations and updates
VSaaS systems represent real value for
money compared to traditional CCTV.
They are quick to install and can be added
to existing CCTV systems rather than
ripping out and replacing. They cost less
to maintain and, as the software they are
based on resides in the cloud, upgrades,
innovations and improvements can be
made automatically, ensuring that systems
are future proof. For instance, we are
already exploring ways in which internet-
and Bluetooth-enabled tags can help to
keep track of physical assets, without the
need to be watching them.
Visual surveillance as a service is a rapidly
growing industry. And the reason that
it is growing so quickly is because it is
now delivering real, cost-effective results
across the board thanks to the power of
the cloud. And that’s why we’re not afraid
to say that our heads are in the cloud. And
yours should be too.
James Wickes is the CEO of Cloudview.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE | MAY 2015
08
HEAD IN THE CLOUD
JAMES WICKES, CEO, CLOUDVIEW
9. CLOUD-BASED SURVEILLANCE CCTV IN HOUSING
CLOUD-BASED MANAGEMENT
AND MONITORING PLATFORM
KEY FEATURES BENEFITS
SECURE CLOUD SERVERS
KEY FEATURES BENEFITS
CAMERAS CONNECTED TO
SECURE CLOUD SERVERS
KEY FEATURES BENEFITS
MANAGEABLE – data retention for 30, 60, 90 days
or footage can be archived for longer
SECURE – password-protected user accounts
and user audit trail
FLEXIBLE – service features made available
to users on a permission basis
EASY TO USE – intuitive cloud-based
management and monitoring platform
COMPATIBLE – view and retrieve footage
with any PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone
REACTIVE – email and SMS alerting
FUTURE PROOF – automatic system updates
SECURE – Corporate-grade security to protect both
data in transit and stored data
FLEXIBLE – automatically scalable from one to 1,000s
of users / cameras
RELIABLE – designed to achieve 99.999999999%
durability and 99.99% availability
DIAGNOSTICS – monitoring of camera availability and
alerting when cameras go offline
INTEGRITY – mage hashing makes stored footage
tamper-proof
PLUG AND PLAY – add to any existing analogue or IP
CCTV system
COST EFFECTIVE – no up-front investment in IP
infrastructure required
RAPID DEPLOYMENT – wi-fi and 3G/4G wireless
connectivity
EASILY INTEGRATED – connects to external alarm
sensors, works with alarm receiving centres
PRIVACY – sensitive areas in view of cameras can be
blanked out from recording
MOTION DETECTION – records footage only when
something is happening
FAULT TOLERANT – records to SD card if the network
connection is lost
LONG TERM
ARCHIVE
INBOX
DATA
CENTER
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ROO DOOR CAMERA
INTERNAL CAMERA
EXTERNAL CAMERA
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
AS A SERVICE (VSAAS)
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10. ABOUT CLOUDVIEW
Cloudview is a leading pioneer of internet-
enabled, cloud-based visual surveillance
systems. It is the only CCTV solution in the UK
to have been awarded the prestigious Police
Preferred Specification status by Secured by
Design, the official UK Police flagship supporting
the principles of ‘designing out crime’.
Cloudview has been designed from the
outset to meet the needs of the corporate
market for a more reliable, flexible and cost-
effective alternative to traditional CCTV. The
convergence of internet-enabled devices,
cloud-based technology, user-friendly
interfaces and high quality, cost-effective
cameras have made this an achievable goal.
As IT professionals with many years’ experience,
the founders of Cloudview understand the
necessity for any new security technologies
and services to be delivered intelligently,
flawlessly and with integrity. Moreover, they
are committed to working in partnership
with the professional security industry to
deliver measurable results and RoI for
corporate clients.
Cloudview has a single-minded dedication
to exploring and exploiting new ideas
and technologies to design and build the
infrastructure systems and peripherals that
support and enhance the effectiveness,
usability and purpose of visual surveillance.
The key to Cloudview’s success has been the
development of the visual network adapter
(VNA) – a plug-in and play piece of hardware
that can connect any camera to their cloud-
based video management interface. This
unique technology, exclusive to Cloudview, is
the vital ‘missing-link’ needed to securely and
reliably integrate cameras and the cloud.
The team responsible for the design and
development of the VNA are a product of the
hi-tech specialist suppliers that have grown
up around the F1 motor-racing industry in
Northamptonshire. The team has a track record
in developing visual surveillance systems for
drones and F1 cars and works closely with
teams of experienced and innovative software
developers across the globe.
Cloudview is the only CCTV solution of its
type available in the market and is now being
used successfully by a variety of organisations
ranging from UK police forces to large
corporate enterprises, financial institutions,
housing providers and care homes.
The company is committed to an open and
collaborative approach with customers,
suppliers and developers. This fosters on-going
innovations that will enhance the capability and
scope of Cloudview and enable it to continue
its aim of protecting assets, people and brands,
now and into the future.
For further information
cloudview.co.