Security Tips for New and Existing Businesses

You are starting a small business. There are so many decisions to make and it’s easy to get stuck second guessing yourself on just about everything. Costs are always higher than anticipated, so you’re looking for the best place to keep them in line. The one place not to sacrifice is your business security:

You’ve seen the consumer priced cameras at the big box stores and many can be bought for under $100. What else should you really need? You can put up a few cameras and be done with it. Well, this is much more complex than you would think.

Durability

Of course, Business level cameras need to be built with extreme durability in mind. They have to withstand continuous use and extreme weather conditions when mounted in difficult locations. Consumer grade cameras are not generally under continuous use and when mounted outdoors, usually have some environmental protection to help extend their lifespan. Even so, they don’t hold up as long as commercial grade devices and need to be replaced more often which leads to higher costs over their lifespan.

Scalability

Selecting a business-grade surveillance system at the start-up is important for enhanced scalability and customization in your security setup. Consumer cameras just can’t compete when it comes to handling complex deployments. While household cameras may work in a group, they have restrictions on the number and type of features they can support. Don’t settle for limited compatibility – invest in a system that can truly meet your business security needs.

Features

Of course, Business level cameras need to be built with extreme durability in mind. They have to withstand continuous use and extreme weather conditions when mounted in difficult locations. Consumer grade cameras are not generally under continuous use and when mounted outdoors, usually have some environmental protection to help extend their lifespan. Even so, they don’t hold up as long as commercial grade devices and need to be replaced more often which leads to higher costs over their lifespan.

Reliability

Consumer grade entry-level cameras provide basic functions with minimal customization and varying feature access dependent upon the subscription level chosen. This tiered approach is also found in professional surveillance cameras, but with offering advanced features like high-definition video, smart analytics, and remote monitoring capabilities, which are all essential tools for your business.

Business-grade cameras need to be spec’d higher in order to give you superior image quality, coverage range, low-light visibility, and motion detection. This is so important f the areas that need to be monitored don’t have consistent lighting and if you need to monitor large areas.

Price

Affordable Consumer grade cameras may seem appealing, but don’t overlook the power of business-level options! While consumer cameras may save you money upfront, commercial systems offer advanced features that can truly elevate your security game. Sure, consumer cameras are great for basic property monitoring, but business cameras come with dedicated software and extra functionality that can make a huge impact on your business operations. Don’t settle for less when it comes to securing your business and employees.

No matter what video surveillance package you need when starting up a new business, we can work with you to customize to all your specifications and budget.

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