Smart cities are grabbing many of the headlines in the technology sector at present, and interest is growing. Whether councils, Government or commercial entities, a growing number of organisations understand how ‘big data’ can be used to introduce efficiencies across a wide range of management, …
System Design
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When new and advanced technologies first entered the intruder detection space, some integrators and installers – and a number of manufacturers for that matter – questioned whether there was any need for them. Costly, bulky and complex to install and configure, the laser- and radar-based …
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Increasingly, high-end residential estates are offering comprehensive smart security systems for the peace of mind of residents. In many cases, those investing in luxury properties demand such measures, underlining the importance of security as a perceived benefit for homeowners. To ensure a higher level of …
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At a recent security-related conference, it was quite interesting to see how people reacted to any mention of the Internet of Things (IoT). Some people shuddered, as if IoT is something we should all avoid being associated with, while others embraced the opportunities it offers …
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Video analytics has long been heralded as the cutting-edge of video surveillance, and despite some claiming the technology is too costly, too complex and delivers inconsistent performance, the reality is video analytics has never offered as many benefits. Misconceptions about the capabilities of the technology …