The benefits of remote video monitoring

Of the success of CCTV there is no doubt. But CCTV is far more than just about putting cameras on a wall. It is capable of a great deal more, and arguably the greatest untapped resource is remote monitoring.

That remote monitoring is misunderstood and largely obscure in the minds of many end-users is also not in doubt. Thousands of businesses are failing to maximise the effectiveness of their existing CCTV installations - and therefore potentially compromising security - by failing to utilise a remote monitoring service. 

CCTV Remote Video Monitoring is method of enabling a site to be monitored remotely by a central station staffed by trained operators working to BS8418. Should an alarm be triggered, then CCTV images from the cameras are sent to the central station where the operator is able either to contact a keyholder, the police, or send and audio message to the site to warn intruders that they are being monitored.



The service can replace the need for manned guards in very remote areas where it would be impractical to have full time staff, or complement (or be used in tandem with) security personnel who can quickly and easily go to the scene of a break-in and take appropriate action.

But Remote Video Monitoring is much more than just intruder verification or video confirmation (although its role in reducing false alarms and helping the police is invaluable). It is also about providing total facilities management, such as controlling out-of-hours access, for example, or integrating with lone worker protection technology.

The benefits of CCTV monitoring:

• Provides instant deterrent to intruders before any damage is done
• Visually verifies an alarm and passes it to the police. URN numbers are available for compliant systems
• Provides effective links to professional keyholding services
• Digitally records images of evidential quality for subsequent Court actions
• Controls out of hours access to sites, including operating gates, barriers, lights etc
• Provides 24/7 independent remote site protection and peace of mind