http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/ en Copyright 2012 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:59:31 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss new study conducted at the University of Illinois at Chicago suggested that Chicago law enforcement surveillance cameras work better at reducing crime when clustered in high-crime areas versus spread across an entire city. ]]> http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/police_security_cameras_more_efficient_when_grouped_together.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/police_security_cameras_more_efficient_when_grouped_together.asp Crime In the news Law Enforcement Security Surveillance and Society Wed, 16 May 2012 08:59:31 -0800 recent report released by IMS Research, Axis is now ranked as the number one provider of surveillance cameras worldwide. The report, which looked at global manufacturers of both analogue and network cameras, found that network camera sales are expected to account for roughly 60% of global surveillance camera sales by 2016, a significant increase from 40% in 2011. The positive finding demonstrates the industry shift from analogue video to IP-based video. ]]> http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products/axis/ims_research_report_rates_axis_as_number_one_manufacturer_of.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products/axis/ims_research_report_rates_axis_as_number_one_manufacturer_of.asp AXIS Axis Brands IP Security Cameras IP Surveillance Industry In the news Products Tue, 15 May 2012 14:56:00 -0800 motion detection cameras used in studying animal patterns is a direct result of their ability to provide scientists with new findings and discoveries. Camera traps, otherwise known as trail cameras, film animals when researchers can’t. Instrumental in the study of Animal Ecology, camera trapping records the behavior of species in their native environment, thereby enabling scientists to advance in their field. ]]> http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/animal_ecology_scientists_increasingly_rely_on_motion_detect.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/animal_ecology_scientists_increasingly_rely_on_motion_detect.asp Thu, 10 May 2012 09:05:58 -0800 It’s tempting to profile shoplifters. You don’t often imagine shoplifters as mature, hardworking professionals who earn a six-figure salary. Unfortunately it happens and isn’t necessarily all that uncommon. Oftentimes retailers do not pay enough attention to those consumers who don’t fit the profile of how we envision shoplifters. Ex-Purdue University Dean Robert "Pablo" Malavenda has taught retailers a valuable lesson: shoplifters shouldn't be stereotyped. As a college dean, he managed approximately 690 student activities and organizations, including sororities and fraternities. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/another_reason_not_to_profile_shoplifters_sometimes_theyre_c.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/another_reason_not_to_profile_shoplifters_sometimes_theyre_c.asp Retail Shoplifting and Theft Surveillance and Society Tue, 08 May 2012 16:13:46 -0800 In order for retailers to protect themselves against threat, they must be proactive about it by improving their loss prevent efforts. Shoplifting and employee/internal theft are undoubtedly the two most common theft practices. However, it's extremely important for retailers to be made aware of other theft practices happening today, especially crimes that may work against one’s current security system. Grab-and-go theft, flash mob robs, or flash robs have become the theft du jour. Based on previous crime reports, these acts tend to be committed by large groups of young adults who storm retail stores – usually department stores or convenience stores – and stuff pockets or bags with merchandise in a matter of minutes, if not seconds. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/vandalism/shoplifting_employee_theft_and_flash_robs_wait_flash_robs.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/vandalism/shoplifting_employee_theft_and_flash_robs_wait_flash_robs.asp IP Security Cameras Megapixel Cameras Retail Retail Security Unique and Interesting Vandalism Fri, 04 May 2012 16:06:12 -0800 Texas and the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) claimed losses of $4.8 million in stolen ranch property, including bulls, steers, cows, and calves. Cattle theft is becoming more commonplace in states that boast lucrative agricultural markets. The increase in beef prices and appeal of selling cattle at a hefty profit has been enough to pique the interest of cunning thieves who are well aware that multi-acre ranches aren’t usually protected by sophisticated – or any – video surveillance systems. ]]> http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/cattle_theft_becomes_a_huge_threat_to_ranchers_as_beef_price.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/cattle_theft_becomes_a_huge_threat_to_ranchers_as_beef_price.asp Crime Outdoor Security Unique and Interesting Wed, 02 May 2012 13:54:12 -0800 Viewing and managing your IP video is now more accessible than ever. Axis, one of today’s most reputable IP video surveillance brands, has unleashed Axis Mobile Monitor Software, a mobile monitoring tool that delivers live video directly to such handheld internet-enabled devices as the iPhone, iPad, Blackberry and Android. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/axis-1/manage_and_view_your_network_video_with_axis_mobile_monitor.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/axis-1/manage_and_view_your_network_video_with_axis_mobile_monitor.asp Axis Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:59:04 -0800 The manufacturing and transportation industries have taken a serious hit from the number of cargo theft cases in 2011 due to the lack of sophisticated surveillance systems. What is most disturbing is that cargo theft spans all types of goods, ranging from medical supplies and pharmaceuticals (FDA-regulated products) to jewelry and electronics, which has had devastating effects on multiple industry subsectors. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/business/cargo_theft_climbs_significantly_in_2011.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/business/cargo_theft_climbs_significantly_in_2011.asp Business Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:02:49 -0800 Network camera systems are continually evolving, and who knows, perhaps in the next five years, security cameras will come equipped with built-in robotic arms that can actually identify and handcuff the prowler until the authorities arrive at the scene of the crime. However, until the day comes, we’ll remain forever grateful for the superior alarm and event management analytics that the IP security cameras include in their settings. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products-technology/twoway_audio_feature_facilitates_conversation_between_ip_cam.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products-technology/twoway_audio_feature_facilitates_conversation_between_ip_cam.asp Products & Technology Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:45:36 -0800 Because every workplace and surveillance location should be safe, Axis has a new Corridor Format that allows cameras to maximize video surveillance in narrow vertical situations. Ideal for hallways, tunnels, and mass transit like buses and subway cars, this new format creates a unique high-quality vertical video. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/axis-1/what_is_axis_corridor_format.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/axis-1/what_is_axis_corridor_format.asp Axis Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:07:06 -0800 The Giant Panda has been an endangered species since the 1980s, and VideoSurveillance.com is now helping to grow the small panda population. Using Vivotek IP8332 Outdoor Bullet Cameras, PDXWildlife can now track female panda behavior to improve the breeding program. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products/vivotek/panda_cameras_help_struggling_endangered_species.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products/vivotek/panda_cameras_help_struggling_endangered_species.asp Vivotek Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:05:04 -0800 Axis made its big screen debut in the recently released "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo." The film follows an investigation by a disgraced journalist and punk computer hacker into a 40-year-old murder, and two Axis cameras are featured in a bank scene later in the movie. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/in-the-news/axis_cameras_featured_in_hit_hollywood_film.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/in-the-news/axis_cameras_featured_in_hit_hollywood_film.asp In the news Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:01:32 -0800 outdoor IP8362 or the SD8362E PTZ can be monitored and controlled from any networked computer to ensure you’re never too far away. The Supreme Line is composed of 15 cameras including box type, bullet type, speed dome, indoor/outdoor fixed dome, mobile dome, and fisheye cameras.]]> http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/vivotek-1/product_spotlight_vivotek_supreme_ip_camera_series.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/vivotek-1/product_spotlight_vivotek_supreme_ip_camera_series.asp Vivotek Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:35:00 -0800 IP cameras with long range optical zoom are ideal for viewing details from afar. Whether you need to identify people, license plates or tracking numbers, we offer IP cameras with up to 35x zoom. Long range optical zoom offers high quality images of distant objects. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products-technology/ip-security-cameras/ip_cameras_with_long_range_optical_zoom.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/products-technology/ip-security-cameras/ip_cameras_with_long_range_optical_zoom.asp IP Security Cameras Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:34:58 -0800 VideoSurviellance.com is pleased to offer robust Smartvue Rackmount NVRs. Ideal for enterprise installations, these powerful servers are available with up to 72TB of storage and support for up to 100 IP cameras. http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/smartvue-1/videosurviellancecom_is_pleased_to_offer.asp http://www.videosurveillance.com/blog/brands/smartvue-1/videosurviellancecom_is_pleased_to_offer.asp Smartvue Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:48:25 -0800