With SEiNG, there’s no need to replace your existing DVR or NVR recorders. As a true cloud VSaaS, all video processing, analytics, and storage happen in the cloud — there’s no reliance on bulky on-site servers. This makes your system easier to manage, fully scalable, and accessible from anywhere, while our managed service ensures everything is configured, monitored, and secure. However, if your business requires you to keep your on-site servers, SEiNG can support a hybrid Cloud CCTV setup with your existing on-prem setup.
What is a true-cloud CCTV system?
Many so-called “cloud” CCTV solutions are actually cloud-based, meaning most video footage is stored locally on-site — still using DVRs or NVRs— and only selected clips or alerts are uploaded to the cloud for remote access.
By contrast, true cloud CCTV, like SEiNG, uploads all video footage directly to the cloud, where it is securely stored, analysed, and managed. This approach eliminates the need for on-site servers, simplifies management, and gives you full access to all cameras, recordings, and analytics from anywhere at any time.
What are the benefits of a true-cloud VSaaS over an on-prem solution?
Simpler Infrastructure
No bulky DVRs, NVRs, or on-site servers are needed. SEiNG handles all storage, processing, and analytics in the cloud, reducing hardware, wiring, and IT overhead.
Smarter Insights
All video is analysed in the cloud, enabling motion detection, alerts, and reporting without additional on-site hardware. Get actionable insights to improve security and operational efficiency.
Boost convenience with full remote access
Cloud storage eliminates the need for physical recording devices by securely storing all video footage on remote servers. You can access your recordings across your sites from anywhere, at any time, using a smartphone, tablet, or computer. This convenience is particularly useful for users who need to monitor their sites while travelling or away from the premises. Additionally, sharing live or recorded footage is simple with Cloud CCTV, speeding up investigations.
Peace of mind with enhanced data security
There is a misconception that data is safer when stored on-site. However, data is often actually safer in the Cloud. Physical recorders can be damaged, stolen, or fail due to hardware issues. In contrast, cloud storage keeps your data encrypted, backed up and protected. In addition, where many servers are left unpatched due to cost and time to maintain, your Cloud storage will always be secure with automatic upgrades. Plus, built-in features like 2 Factor Authentication, Single Sign On, and Role Based Access Control keeps access tight.
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Grow without limits
Cloud CCTV is highly scalable, allowing you to increase storage capacity as your needs grow, without the need for additional hardware. It’s also easy to add or remove devices. In contrast, on-premises systems are limited by physical storage and device capacity. Expanding your system often means purchasing new recorders, hard drives, and potentially rewiring cameras, making scaling slow, costly, and complex.
Simpler, predictable costs
With SEiNG, the cost of the VMS, storage, upgrades, health monitoring, support and more are wrapped into a simple to manage subscription payment – with no upfront costs. This provides most businesses with a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) compared to traditional on-prem systems. Not to mention the fact that managed Cloud systems like SEiNG save IT time in managing the system, pulling footage, and revoking permissions.
Read our Guide to Cloud CCTV to learn more.
When True Cloud CCTV might not be ideal
While true cloud CCTV provides many advantages, sites with extremely limited internet bandwidth or very high-resolution multi-camera setups may need careful network planning. In such cases, a hybrid approach or staged deployment can ensure reliable performance.
Hybrid Cloud CCTV Solutions: Keeping Local Storage (Optional)
A hybrid cloud CCTV setup combines local on-site storage with cloud-based storage and management. In this configuration, cameras continue to record footage locally on a DVR, NVR, or server, while selected events or clips — such as motion-triggered recordings — are uploaded to the cloud for remote access, off-site backup, and centralised management.
While SEiNG is designed as a true cloud CCTV solution, we can support a hybrid setup. This is especially useful in certain situations:
- Bandwidth limitations: If your internet connection cannot support continuous cloud uploads for all cameras, a local NVR or DVR can store footage on-site while critical events are uploaded to the cloud.
- Redundancy: Local storage can provide an additional backup in case of temporary internet outages.
- Gradual migration: If you’re transitioning from an existing on-premises system, hybrid deployment allows you to move to the cloud at your own pace.
Even in a hybrid setup, SEiNG manages cloud storage, encryption, and remote access, ensuring you still benefit from centralised management, analytics, and security without the need for in-house cloud expertise.
See SEiNG in Action
Ready to experience the simplicity and power of true cloud CCTV? Book a demo with our team to see SEiNG in action and discuss the best setup for your business — whether fully cloud-native or hybrid. We’ll walk you through the platform, answer your questions, and show how SEiNG can simplify your security management.
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