Security systems have become an important part of our modern lives. That’s because where there’s crime, there will be security. However, just like crimes have evolved to become more advanced over the years, so have security systems.
The advanced surveillance systems that have been developed over the last decade protect us better with added features and components.
This brings us to integrated security systems.
What is an Integrated Security System?
For those who are unfamiliar with the term, an integrated security system is the perfect tool for surveillance, monitoring, managing, and protecting your assets.
The system offers multifaceted support to businesses and organizations that are running large-scale operations and are looking to protect their assets with heightened defences and better insight into varying threats.
Integrated security systems not only offer more benefits and cover multiple aspects of security all at once, but are also easier to install.
To better understand the significance and role of integrated security systems, let’s take a look at their essential components.
Components of an Integrated Security System
It’s important to understand that the components vary depending on the nature, location, clientele and requirements of a business—among other things. Any business can request to incorporate additional components; however, these four key elements are a fundamental part of every integrated security system.
Audio and Video Surveillance
Surveillance involves the installation of CCTV and high definition cameras around a facility. Surveillance is the most basic part of any security system; it allows a business to record events in real-time. The strategic placement of surveillance cameras is crucial for protection from potential crimes, as well as the identification of perpetrators and the recovery of stolen goods.
Surveillance cameras vary depending on their placement, environment, and features. Common types of surveillance cameras that are used in integrated security systems include dome cameras, fixed network cameras, axis cameras, tilt and pan cameras, and positioning cameras for auto-tracking.
Access Control
The first line of defence in protection, access control can mitigate a potential security breach, if installed in the right places. Access control systems add an additional line of security and can be installed within every subsystem in the facility.
Authentication and identification techniques in these modules can immediately inform the security team of a possible situation, allowing them to respond efficiently and swiftly. Depending on the sensitivity of the facility, access control can be one-step or multi-step, and may combine multiple verification methods such as biometric verification, pin codes, iris scans and credential cards.
Access control can also be linked to alarm systems and video surveillance to detect and follow the movements of a breach in real-time.
Central Control
Integrated systems rely on a central control system that can be automated or manual. Different components of the system must be tied together for efficient security; this can be achieved with the help of software that’s managed by a specialized team.
Integrated security systems are becoming imperative for protection against external threats—physical or cyber. Investing in one not only offers you a better chance of protection with regard to deterrence but can also help you take better legal action in case you suffer a security breach.
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