Colombia Protests' Impact on Video Surveillance
Colombia has witnessed an ongoing series of anti-government protests since late April. IPVM examines the impact, now and in the future, of the unrest on the video surveillance industry.
Colombian and foreign industry professionals have expressed mixed reactions to the spate of protests throughout the country this year. Some pointed out logistical complications, while others forecast increased security-related expenditures ultimately benefitting business over the coming months and years.
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