Convergence
The convergence of IT and security functionalities is one of the most important trends in video surveillance.
Most Recent Coverage on Convergence
The Failed Ingram Micro Pitch Examined
on Apr 17, 2012
"The biggest failure of ISC West 2012 was the Ingram Micro Pavilon. The massive, empty, confusing ..."
"The biggest failure of ISC West 2012 was the Ingram Micro Pavilon. The massive, empty, confusing ..."
Dell and HID: Convergence?
on Mar 19, 2012
"Convergence typically describes political or process integration. Beyond buzzword, it very seldom..."
"Convergence typically describes political or process integration. Beyond buzzword, it very seldom..."
Favorite Network Switches for Surveillance
on Mar 09, 2012
"Today's IP surveillance systems depend on reliable, quality network switches to connect cameras a..."
"Today's IP surveillance systems depend on reliable, quality network switches to connect cameras a..."
Reusing Existing Twisted Pair Cabling
on Feb 21, 2012
"Reusing analog camera cabling is a common topic in the surveillance industry, as recabling is a s..."
"Reusing analog camera cabling is a common topic in the surveillance industry, as recabling is a s..."
Convergence Bandwagon Collapsing
on Jan 24, 2012
"For years, pundits have declared the imminence of convergence. Now, a recent Information Week sur..."
"For years, pundits have declared the imminence of convergence. Now, a recent Information Week sur..."
Multicasting Surveillance Tutorial
on Jan 23, 2012
"Network bandwidth is a key concern in surveillance systems. While improvements in video codecs, s..."
"Network bandwidth is a key concern in surveillance systems. While improvements in video codecs, s..."
ADI is the Axis Distributor of the Year?
on Jan 09, 2012
"Security distributor ADI had been named Axis US distributor of the year for 2011 which surpr..."
"Security distributor ADI had been named Axis US distributor of the year for 2011 which surpr..."
Bandwidth Tutorial for IP Video Surveillance Systems
on Jan 08, 2012
"When using IP cameras and video management systems, understanding the basics about bandwidth avai..."
"When using IP cameras and video management systems, understanding the basics about bandwidth avai..."
Cable and CCTV Techs Upgrading?
on Dec 30, 2011
"The consumer cable TV and commercial CCTV businesses are both experiencing significant changes fr..."
"The consumer cable TV and commercial CCTV businesses are both experiencing significant changes fr..."
How Often Do You Use Encoders?
on Dec 02, 2011
"When moving to IP video surveillance, a number of choices are available. One of the most common o..."
"When moving to IP video surveillance, a number of choices are available. One of the most common o..."
IP Video Network Deployment Survey Results
on Nov 11, 2011
"One of the great promises of IP video surveillance systems is network convergence - Using the com..."
"One of the great promises of IP video surveillance systems is network convergence - Using the com..."
Owning the End User
on Sep 14, 2011
"Integrators routinely block end users from the best solutions, steering users to offerings that m..."
"Integrators routinely block end users from the best solutions, steering users to offerings that m..."
VMS vs PSIM
on Aug 05, 2011
"Confusion in the security world is increasing about what the hell PSIM and VMS means and how they..."
"Confusion in the security world is increasing about what the hell PSIM and VMS means and how they..."
Fundamental Barriers to Surveillance Innovation
on May 24, 2011
"Projecting the rate of new technology adoption is critical for determining what products should b..."
"Projecting the rate of new technology adoption is critical for determining what products should b..."
Distributors Dealing Direct to End Users
on Feb 23, 2011
"While the typical role of security distributors is facilitating sales of products between manufac..."
"While the typical role of security distributors is facilitating sales of products between manufac..."
Channel Sales Harm Security Users
on Feb 15, 2011
"The standard security sales model encourages bad system designs and poor integration skills. Spec..."
"The standard security sales model encourages bad system designs and poor integration skills. Spec..."
IT vs CCTV Techs - Competitive Shift Examined
on Feb 10, 2011
"Many incumbent CCTV/security dealers do not want to deal with IP's complexity. It is frequently a..."
"Many incumbent CCTV/security dealers do not want to deal with IP's complexity. It is frequently a..."
LinkedIn is Killing Security Trade Magazines
on Dec 28, 2010
"High quality intelligent discussions on LinkedIn are rapidly replacing security trade magazines a..."
"High quality intelligent discussions on LinkedIn are rapidly replacing security trade magazines a..."
PSIM Market Size and Projections Examined
on Dec 05, 2010
"In this 5 page note, we examine 4 projections for the PSIM market, providing guidance on the key ..."
"In this 5 page note, we examine 4 projections for the PSIM market, providing guidance on the key ..."
Survey: Hardened PoE Switches for IP Video
on Oct 30, 2010
"Deploying IP cameras in environmentally demanding applications such as utilities, public safety, ..."
"Deploying IP cameras in environmentally demanding applications such as utilities, public safety, ..."
Does PSIM Have to Support 3rd Party Systems?
on Oct 20, 2010
"In the last year, the number of companies claiming to be PSIM has increased significantly - video..."
"In the last year, the number of companies claiming to be PSIM has increased significantly - video..."
Can PSIM move downmarket?
on Sep 22, 2010
"Significant speculation exists about the future and potential of PSIM. Widely criticized as being..."
"Significant speculation exists about the future and potential of PSIM. Widely criticized as being..."
Training: Enterprise Network Switches for IP Video
on Sep 08, 2010
"Many surveillance systems use non-enterprise class switches. These switches are simple to adminis..."
"Many surveillance systems use non-enterprise class switches. These switches are simple to adminis..."
Discussing Network Switch Key Criteria
on Sep 02, 2010
"This note summarizes key criteria in selecting network switches. From a 100+ comment thread on ou..."
"This note summarizes key criteria in selecting network switches. From a 100+ comment thread on ou..."
Video : Powerhouse :: Access : Arthouse
on Aug 30, 2010
"Most industry people are well aware that video surveillance attracts far more interest than acces..."
"Most industry people are well aware that video surveillance attracts far more interest than acces..."
Buying Coverage - Rising Trend
on Aug 23, 2010
"Buying coverage in trade magazine and industry websites is a rising trend that will impact inform..."
"Buying coverage in trade magazine and industry websites is a rising trend that will impact inform..."
Integrators Examine Impacts of Convergence
on Aug 09, 2010
"An August 2010 Security Sales roundtable discussion with US integrators examines two of the most ..."
"An August 2010 Security Sales roundtable discussion with US integrators examines two of the most ..."
Internet Surpasses Trade Mags and Sales People?
on Jun 06, 2010
"A trade magazine industry organization finds that the Internet has surpassed print trade magazine..."
"A trade magazine industry organization finds that the Internet has surpassed print trade magazine..."
Is a Deep Drop Coming for Analog Video?
on May 17, 2010
"Many technological transitions demonstrate flat sales growth for an incumbent category for a numb..."
"Many technological transitions demonstrate flat sales growth for an incumbent category for a numb..."
H.264 Mass Appeal Growing
on May 17, 2010
"While H.264 is clearly established in the video surveillance marketplace as the 'best' CODEC, its..."
"While H.264 is clearly established in the video surveillance marketplace as the 'best' CODEC, its..."
Training: IP Addressing for Video Surveillance
on Apr 25, 2010
"If you are going to deploy video surveillance, you will need to use IP addresses. This becomes ev..."
"If you are going to deploy video surveillance, you will need to use IP addresses. This becomes ev..."
Training: IP Networks for Video Surveillance
on Apr 25, 2010
"Deploying IP video surveillance requires understanding the key devices and technologies used in I..."
"Deploying IP video surveillance requires understanding the key devices and technologies used in I..."
Training: Bandwidth Basics for Video Surveillance
on Apr 22, 2010
"Bandwidth is a critical, yet under-emphasized aspect of video surveillance. While some suggest ba..."
"Bandwidth is a critical, yet under-emphasized aspect of video surveillance. While some suggest ba..."
Training: IP Network Basics for Video Surveillance
on Mar 14, 2010
"Understanding IP networks is increasingly critical to designing and deploying video surveillance...."
"Understanding IP networks is increasingly critical to designing and deploying video surveillance...."
The Importance of On-Line Training Videos
on Mar 11, 2010
"In an industry so focused on Internet based security video, it's shocking and somewhat sad that w..."
"In an industry so focused on Internet based security video, it's shocking and somewhat sad that w..."
iSecurity Virtual Trade Show Reviewed
on Mar 03, 2010
"Below is a video screencast showing the live iSecurity Virtual Trade Show held on March 3rd. The ..."
"Below is a video screencast showing the live iSecurity Virtual Trade Show held on March 3rd. The ..."
Will Emerging Manufacturers Choose Not to Use Integrators?
on Feb 21, 2010
"We see new video surveillance manufacturers choose business models that eliminate the need for th..."
"We see new video surveillance manufacturers choose business models that eliminate the need for th..."
The End of Integrators?
on Feb 14, 2010
"By the end of the decade, security and IT integrators are likely to be displaced and replaced by ..."
"By the end of the decade, security and IT integrators are likely to be displaced and replaced by ..."
The Integrator of the Future is No Integrator
on Feb 11, 2010
"That security integrators will get better at IT is simultaneously boring and misses the point. It..."
"That security integrators will get better at IT is simultaneously boring and misses the point. It..."
IT / Security Integrator Partnerships are a Failure
on Feb 05, 2010
"The PSA, a major proponent of IT / Security integrator partnerships has acknowledged th..."
"The PSA, a major proponent of IT / Security integrator partnerships has acknowledged th..."
Understanding the Benefits and Limits of XML For Security Systems
on Feb 03, 2010
"While APIs and XML are useful for integrating security systems, their value and ease of use are r..."
"While APIs and XML are useful for integrating security systems, their value and ease of use are r..."
iSecurity Virtual Trade Show Examined
on Feb 01, 2010
"On March 3, 2010, a one-day 'virtual' trade show will be held. Called the iSecurity Virtual ..."
"On March 3, 2010, a one-day 'virtual' trade show will be held. Called the iSecurity Virtual ..."
Is Momentum Shifting Away from IT?
on Dec 17, 2009
"Canada's SP&T News examines weakening momentum for IT providers in the physical security mark..."
"Canada's SP&T News examines weakening momentum for IT providers in the physical security mark..."
Key IT Concerns for Security Deployments
on Dec 15, 2009
"A US integrator has published a list and explanation of key IT concerns to consider when deployin..."
"A US integrator has published a list and explanation of key IT concerns to consider when deployin..."
PSIM Webinar from Johnson Controls
on Dec 13, 2009
"As part of Johnson Controls aggressive marketing campaign to expand in the security market, they ..."
"As part of Johnson Controls aggressive marketing campaign to expand in the security market, they ..."
Why Security Managers Need the Wal-Mart of PSIM
on Nov 26, 2009
"All of the PSIM companies focus on serving the high end. It kills their chances at making a major..."
"All of the PSIM companies focus on serving the high end. It kills their chances at making a major..."
Audio/Visual Integrators Moving into Video Surveillance
on Oct 08, 2009
"IT integrators are not the only ones interested in a piece of the video surveillance market. Give..."
"IT integrators are not the only ones interested in a piece of the video surveillance market. Give..."
Can Remote Video Monitoring be Crowdsourced?
on Oct 07, 2009
"Crowdsourcing - the process of outsourcing tasks to the general public using the Internet to dist..."
"Crowdsourcing - the process of outsourcing tasks to the general public using the Internet to dist..."
Is the Web Replacing Security Magazines and Shows?
on Sep 28, 2009
"While ASIS show attendance was down and disappointing for the second consecutive year, ..."
"While ASIS show attendance was down and disappointing for the second consecutive year, ..."
Social Media Irrelevant to Security Professionals
on Sep 03, 2009
"While social media (twitter, facebook, etc.) receives a lot of mainstream media attention, social..."
"While social media (twitter, facebook, etc.) receives a lot of mainstream media attention, social..."
ASIS Security Systems Certificate Examined
on Aug 31, 2009
"ASIS is developing a new certificate for Integrated Physical Security Systems. This is still unde..."
"ASIS is developing a new certificate for Integrated Physical Security Systems. This is still unde..."
Convergence Webinar
on Jul 09, 2009
"Vidsys has released a new webinar that covers convergence. It is a debate/discussion that focuses..."
"Vidsys has released a new webinar that covers convergence. It is a debate/discussion that focuses..."
UK School Surveillance Examined
on Jul 08, 2009
"A video report on UK School surveillance: The debate centers around internal school sur..."
"A video report on UK School surveillance: The debate centers around internal school sur..."
IPTV vs IP Video Surveillance
on Jun 09, 2009
"Not all video is the same. Indeed, ideal solutions for one video application can be a waste and c..."
"Not all video is the same. Indeed, ideal solutions for one video application can be a waste and c..."
VoIP Providers Moving into Security
on Jun 06, 2009
"A new survey article from Telcom magazine provides advice to VoIP service providers abo..."
"A new survey article from Telcom magazine provides advice to VoIP service providers abo..."
PSIM Companies Dangerous Positioning
on May 27, 2009
"Another pro-PSIM magazine article: This article focuses on all things that PSIM must do. Ess..."
"Another pro-PSIM magazine article: This article focuses on all things that PSIM must do. Ess..."
Should You Use Twitter for Security Monitoring?
on May 23, 2009
"Internet luminary Kevin Rose suggests that we cut out alarm monitoring companies through the use ..."
"Internet luminary Kevin Rose suggests that we cut out alarm monitoring companies through the use ..."
Releases CCD Megapixel Camera
on May 20, 2009
"With megapixel becoming more commonplace, manufacturers are starting to focus on improving image ..."
"With megapixel becoming more commonplace, manufacturers are starting to focus on improving image ..."
The Value of Open Video Surveillance Systems
on May 03, 2009
"Everyone in video surveillance praises being open but what does that really mean? And despite the..."
"Everyone in video surveillance praises being open but what does that really mean? And despite the..."
What is Convergence? Webinar
on Apr 10, 2009
"What is Convergence? Examining various definitions: Vidsys has an interesting webinar discussing ..."
"What is Convergence? Examining various definitions: Vidsys has an interesting webinar discussing ..."
Top 5 Mistakes IT People Make in Physical Security
on Mar 19, 2009
"IT convergence creates high anticipation and anxiety. New people entering physical security is on..."
"IT convergence creates high anticipation and anxiety. New people entering physical security is on..."
Wireless Camera Kit
on Mar 05, 2009
"Firetide addded an all-in-one camera with mesh wireless node. With the wireless node, the encoder..."
"Firetide addded an all-in-one camera with mesh wireless node. With the wireless node, the encoder..."
WiFi 50% Off
on Mar 04, 2009
"Firetide is offering its new wifi access points at 50% off for the next 6 months. For video surve..."
"Firetide is offering its new wifi access points at 50% off for the next 6 months. For video surve..."
Why Analog is Gaining Ground Against IP Video
on Feb 16, 2009
"Those who think the recession is speeding up IP convergence are likely ignorant or hopeful. Indee..."
"Those who think the recession is speeding up IP convergence are likely ignorant or hopeful. Indee..."
IT Tutorial for Physical Security Managers
on Feb 08, 2009
"Much of the fear in IT convergence comes from new technology and operational issues of using IT f..."
"Much of the fear in IT convergence comes from new technology and operational issues of using IT f..."
Should IT and Security Integrators Partner?
on Jan 23, 2009
"I think partnering is a horrible idea made worse by the numerous analysts who continuously promot..."
"I think partnering is a horrible idea made worse by the numerous analysts who continuously promot..."
Should IT Take Over Physical Security?
on Jan 18, 2009
"Frequent discussions of IT taking over physical security often turn to not simply if it will happ..."
"Frequent discussions of IT taking over physical security often turn to not simply if it will happ..."
How IT is Transforming the Security Business
on Nov 12, 2008
"While technical skill sets and competencies dominate the discussions surrounding "convergence," i..."
"While technical skill sets and competencies dominate the discussions surrounding "convergence," i..."
Should Manufacturers Sell Direct to End Users?
on Nov 10, 2008
"An insane idea today will become reality over the next 10 years. Driven by the Internet and accel..."
"An insane idea today will become reality over the next 10 years. Driven by the Internet and accel..."
Top 3 Problems with Choosing Open Systems
on Aug 21, 2008
"While being 'open' is the trend, 'openness' is vague, claimed by all and underestimated in its di..."
"While being 'open' is the trend, 'openness' is vague, claimed by all and underestimated in its di..."
Understanding Video Surveillance APIs
on Aug 15, 2008
"While APIs are the key to open platforms, they are a frequently misunderstood and over-hyped aspe..."
"While APIs are the key to open platforms, they are a frequently misunderstood and over-hyped aspe..."
Why IT will not Take Over Security
on Jun 25, 2008
"Automation is a powerful economic force, one that will ultimately make IT irrelevant to physical ..."
"Automation is a powerful economic force, one that will ultimately make IT irrelevant to physical ..."
Will Security Integrators Survive IT Convergence?
on Jun 12, 2008
"Many believe security integrators are dead; walking dinosaurs who are oblivious to their impendin..."
"Many believe security integrators are dead; walking dinosaurs who are oblivious to their impendin..."
Why Asymmetric Bandwidth is Important to IP Video Systems
on Jun 08, 2008
"You may notice that your home cable modem offers greater bandwidth going down to your house than ..."
"You may notice that your home cable modem offers greater bandwidth going down to your house than ..."
How to Read Marketing Material
on May 28, 2008
"Almost all IP video info is vendor marketing. Good decision making requires critically reading a..."
"Almost all IP video info is vendor marketing. Good decision making requires critically reading a..."
How to Evaluate New Technology
on May 23, 2008
"Most new technology fails but when it is successful, the business benefits can be enormous. The ..."
"Most new technology fails but when it is successful, the business benefits can be enormous. The ..."
Risk of Hiring IT Sales People
on May 17, 2008
"One of the sexiest but riskiest ideas in video surveillance is hiring IT sales people. It's easy ..."
"One of the sexiest but riskiest ideas in video surveillance is hiring IT sales people. It's easy ..."
How to Calculate Video Surveillance ROIs
on May 16, 2008
"ROI calculations are powerful but can be distorted. While they hold the promise of identifying o..."
"ROI calculations are powerful but can be distorted. While they hold the promise of identifying o..."
The Value of IBM Video Surveillance?
on May 15, 2008
"Two years since the entrance of IBM into video surveillance, the value of IBM is less clear than ..."
"Two years since the entrance of IBM into video surveillance, the value of IBM is less clear than ..."
IT is not transforming Security
on May 03, 2008
"IT professionals evidently believe the Patriots should replace Belichick with the trainer. Accor..."
"IT professionals evidently believe the Patriots should replace Belichick with the trainer. Accor..."
Breaking Standards is Good
on Apr 26, 2008
"Attacking proprietary systems is en vogue but it's only breaking from standards where innovation ..."
"Attacking proprietary systems is en vogue but it's only breaking from standards where innovation ..."
PSIM Problems
on Apr 22, 2008
"PSIM is a great concept but has major structural problems that may limit its utility to the very ..."
"PSIM is a great concept but has major structural problems that may limit its utility to the very ..."