IPVM's Reports

IPVM's independent reporting is divided into 3 categories: (1) Public, (2) Info+: news, profiles, tutorials, etc. and (3) Research: tests, shootouts, competitive and financial analysis.

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Ex-Dahua VP's Company, Videopark, Examined

An ex-Dahua VP formed Videopark [link no longer available] in 2009 and has since recruited many engineers from both Dahua and Hikvision. US sales...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 4 Comments

US Embassy Requires Hikvision Cameras

The US Embassy in Kabul Afghanistan has required only Hikvision cameras in a new US federal government bid. However: Hikvision was founded...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 69 Comments

Axis Hosted Video Decade of Failure

Do you want to 'head up' Axis hosted video offerings? Axis almost never publicly promotes senior positions, but for such an unattractive job they...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 13 Comments

Hikvision PRC China Government Origin And Control

Hikvision originated from a PRC China government research institute. This is uncommon in the West but frequent in China (though Hikvision is the...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 30 Comments

ONVIF Profile G Video Storage Test

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By Ethan Ace - over 7 years ago | 21 Comments

Genetec Access Control Security Center 5.5 Release

Inside, we examine Genetec's new Access Control features in Security Center 5.5. Enhanced AD and 'Universal Groups' New, Single screen Server...

By Brian Rhodes - over 7 years ago

Viakoo Health Monitoring Profile

Viakoo, the company of ex-Intransa leaders, says they have created a monitoring tool for security networks that is easy to deploy and offers...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 12 Comments

Manufacturer Trade Show Costs Analyzed - Spending Millions

Ten million dollars plus is spent by manufacturers at every major trade show (e.g., ISC West, ASIS, IFSEC, Essen, etc.) And the bigger booths...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 12 Comments

Axxon Next VMS 4.0 Tested

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By Ethan Ace - over 7 years ago | 35 Comments

Milestone Declares End-To-End Is A Dead-End

While Axis celebrates their end to end system win at top 50 global retailer H&M, their Canon sister company Milestone is proclaiming that...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 17 Comments

Hikvision 20% Price Cut Twice In A Month

Days after celebrating the Chinese government's commitment of up to $3 billion USD more in funding, Hikvision USA is now launching up to 20% across...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 20 Comments

HD Analog DVRs With Exacq, Milestone and Genetec VMSes Tested

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By Ethan Ace - over 7 years ago | 25 Comments

1 New Acquisition Per Year Planned for Qognify (Former Nice Security)

Want to be acquired? Qognify, the former Nice Security Group, has big money behind it and the plans for multiple acquisitions. In this note, we...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago

Axis Wins ~$20 Billion Retailer With End to End Solution

Sorry, Axis partners, you are not needed here. Axis 3.0 is ramping up with the Avigilon approach. Based on internal Axis documents, IPVM explains...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 24 Comments

FLIR Expands Enterprise Distribution Through ADI

FLIR and Hikvision have been the two top-stocked video brands at ADI, according IPVM analysis and ADI Awarded FLIR "Vendor Of The Year" in January...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago

Integrators, Replace Electricians With PoE Lighting

Electricians often steal security business, causing problems for themselves, users and security integrators. Now, an emerging technology...

By Brian Rhodes - over 7 years ago | 27 Comments

Axis Lists Itself First Among VMSes

When you think of VMSes, who do you think of first? Well, Axis, the camera manufacturer, thinks of itself. Axis declared: There are a variety...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 8 Comments

Service / Maintenance Contracts Guide And Downloadable Sample Agreement

This guide provides in-depth recommendations for service / maintenance and a sample service agreement that integrators can edit and customize for...

By IPVM Team - over 7 years ago | 21 Comments

Hikvision $6 Billion: Doubles PRC Government Funding

Hikvision has announced a new $3+ billion line of credit, in addition to the previous $3+ billion one from December 2015. This new one is from the...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 92 Comments

Dahua Smart H.264+ Tested

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By Ethan Ace - over 7 years ago | 9 Comments

Hikvision Hires Trade Magazine Editor

Hikvision PR challenges are increasing as understanding of the company's ownership by the Chinese government broadens and concerns about the...

By IPVM Team - over 7 years ago | 9 Comments

Axis, DVRs Are Not Being Phased Out And You Know It

Today, an Axis Director declared: "In most cases, DVRs are used with analog cameras and are being phased out as these cameras are replaced by...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 14 Comments

Avigilon Stock Plunges On Bad Financials (Q2 2016)

Avigilon's stock went down 25% the day after it announced earnings. The stock had already been down by more than 60% from its peak. The market is...

By John Honovich - over 7 years ago | 25 Comments

You Can Invest In The Silicon Valley Robot Mini-IPO

Do you want own a part of the robot future? Now, you can. After gaining international fame with their robot runs over child debacle, Knightscope...

By Brian Karas - over 7 years ago | 23 Comments

Cameras Mounted On Poles Primer

Poles are a popular but challenging choice for deploying surveillance cameras. Poles are indispensable for putting cameras at the right height to...

By Brian Rhodes - over 7 years ago | 9 Comments

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