Did you know that a large number of cybercrime incidents can be linked to oversights in physical security practices? Legacy surveillance systems that include network video recorders (NVRs) or video management systems (VMSs) are not only inefficient at identifying and responding to security incidents, but they also introduce critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities. They also lack the advanced intelligence capabilities found in modern setups. As physical workspaces evolve and hybrid work and employee well-being become major priorities, modern physical security can provide great strategic benefits to organizations.
Video surveillance is the key to ensuring a safe work environment for employees and visitors and securing IT assets on-site. While the legacy connected camera systems did a fine job in the past, the future calls for a modern approach. This new approach must focus on proactive intelligence above reactive security by converging cybersecurity and physical security controls with AI and cloud management.
The challenges posed by traditional security cameras include:
- Complex configuration: Legacy systems often require manual intervention, deep technical expertise, and extensive personnel training
- Lack of scalability: Legacy systems require on-prem servers and software that make distributed deployments slow and complicated
- Lack of accessibility: Traditional security systems lack flexible and secure access controls, link-based sharing with law enforcement, and remote viewing, leaving critical blind spots
- High costs: Legacy cameras require costly upgrades and extraneous hardware, and introduce threats that can cost businesses even more
You Need Modern Physical Security: Scalable, Secure, Agile, and Smart
Cisco cloud-managed smart cameras offer privacy and security-first infrastructure with easy configurability, maintenance, and protection. Some of the line’s key highlights include:
- AI-powered analytics: Precise searching with attribute filters, intelligent object detection, line crossing, and advanced people counting capabilities
- Centralized cloud management: Simple configuration and monitoring from anywhere without the need for additional on-premise NVRs, video management systems, or servers
- Built-in security: Safeguard camera data and ensure protection against unauthorized access with automatic video encryption, granular access controls, and more
- Scalability: Quickly deploy and manage anywhere from 1 to over 10,000 cameras—the process is the same no matter the size of deployment
- Part of the Cisco platform: Seamless integration with other Cisco products (like sensors, switching, wireless, and more) for a comprehensive solution that’s all accessible from the Cisco dashboard
- Zero disruption: Seamless updates equip your organization with the latest cutting-edge tech designed to protect your people and assets, all without disrupting operations
Cisco Architecture
Cisco smart cameras feature cloud-augmented edge storage for easy installation and operation. With no need for an NVR, they reduce CapEx and simplify architecture to lower OpEx. Integrated storage allows for scalable expansion without extra purchases. Cameras keep recording during network outages, with footage accessible locally or from the cloud.
Your Physical Security Solution Can Do More Than Protect Your Space
The onboard processor in every camera unlocks edge AI functionality across several features, all of which are included with a standard license unless otherwise noted:
- ATTRIBUTE SEARCH—Quickly find key events based on attributes of video subjects. For example, search for video segments containing “RED PANTS” or “GREEN BICYCLE”.
- PRESENCE ANALYTICS—A suite of features, including line crossing, person detection, object detection, and occupancy, allows for optimization and management of physical spaces. These features can be used for both safety purposes as well as business insights.
- SMART RETENTION—When enabled, cameras optimize video storage based on whether important events are detected within a frame. Standard definition backup footage is recorded, too, to ensure nothing important is lost. See more details about Smart Retention above.
- CUSTOM ML MODELS—When cameras are paired with an Sense license, organizations can create and train their own ML models powered by computer vision capabilities. Get in touch with a Sales Engineer to learn more about custom solutions for your organization.
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