What is Cloud CCTV?

Cloud CCTV is changing the world of video surveillance. This game-changing solution is an ideal solution for a wide range of businesses.

Cloud-based CCTV

CCTV now combines the benefits of High Definition traditional camera systems with advanced cloud technology. This offers greater system capabilities and easier access. The growing need for ‘Cloud First’ technology is causing change.

Using cloud-based security cameras provides a flexible and reliable video surveillance system.

Cloud CCTV Storage

Cloud storage is changing the way security systems manage and accessing CCTV footage. The limitations of ‘traditional systems’ limitations no longer exist.

Users can easily manage sites. They can also increase the numbers of security cameras and the days of cloud storage to meet business needs.

Cloud Monitoring

Cloud CCTV enables remote monitoring and real-time monitoring of premises from anywhere. It also allows for advanced features like ANPR, facial recognition, anomaly detection, video analytics and object tracking.

Evolution of Cloud CCTV

With cloud-based video surveillance camera footage is typically stored on remote servers instead of local hardware. Many businesses already have recognised the move to cloud infrastructure for a wide range of commercial applications.

Solutions like the SEiNG.cloud platform are leading the way, providing a comprehensive security system with a web-based management interface.

Definition and concept

A Cloud CCTV platform like the SEiNG.cloud system changes recorded video into digital data. It sends this data safely to cloud servers for storage and management.

Customers can store, access, and manage their surveillance data easily. They do not have to worry about on-site storage limits. The system uses a secure encrypted connection to transmit data to remote server storage.

How is Cloud CCTV different from traditional CCTV systems?

Traditional CCTV systems use on-site physical recording devices such as Network Video Recorders . This approach has storage capacity limitations and access can require specific Client software. Cloud CCTV systems eliminate the need for extensive on-site hardware and provide several key advantages:

Remote access: view footage from any location using a standard web Browser

Easily access your video footage from anywhere using a standard internet connection. You can check on your business from any internet connection. Access is via any standard web browser, you don’t need any extra software of App.

Live view on demand means that in just a few clicks you can access a live feed from your security cameras.

An easy to use notification and task feature makes it easy to save and share important video footage. This enables action to be takes quickly and efficiently.

Flexible storage has no physical limits. With a traditional system you must choose a  Server with enough. If you do not allow enough storage, you restrict the number of days recording. This also will restrict the opportunity to easily expand the systems.

The alternative is to select additional storage capacity, but potentially wasting money by paying for more than you need.

A cloud based video surveillance system is easily scalable and can adjust to meet your specific business requirements. You can easily add cameras or increase data storage.

Boosted Security: Data encryption and automated backups protect your footage

A standard DVR or NVR stores all your data onsite and is some cases data is stored in the individual Cameras. This means if there is an onsite incident such as theft or deliberate damage, your stored footage could be at risk.

Features including Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and data encryption, will keep your data safe.

Reduced Hardware: The system needs minimal on-site equipment

‘Cloud First’ strategies minimise hardware on-site, and in particular hardware provided by third parties. Hardware can be expensive to look after, requiring air-conditioned environments, IT expertise, cyber protection and ongoing support. A cloud based surveillance system removes the expense and ongoing costs associated with large scale onsite hardware.

Camera agnostic: Use any ONVIF compliant IP cameras

Some cloud based systems require the purchase of a specific range of cameras, often at a premium price. However, platforms such as SEiNG.cloud are hardware agnostic.

These Cameras will also benefit from a full range of intelligent video analytics.

Automatic Updates: Stay up to date

Automatic software updates mean you will always have the latest functionality included in your subscription.

Unlike traditional systems, a cloud platform is worry free. You will not need an engineer to attend site to resolve issues. System downtime is minimal, and security updates are automatic.

Key components of a cloud CCTV system

The SEiNG cloud CCTV system uses the following essential components that work together :

  • Security Cameras: Any internet-enabled IP cameras
  • Network Infrastructure: Reliable internet connection
  • Cloud based software platform for managing video streams and recordings
  • Cloud Storage: Secure servers for storing recorded footage

This setup allows for automatic system updates and maintenance. This reduces the requirement for internal IT resources and delivers optimal performance. It enables proactive system alerts and custom integrations through the web-based management platform.

How Cloud CCTV Works

Video capture and transmission

IP cameras capture video footage and convert it into digital data for transmission. The data is encrypted both at rest and in flight to maintain security.

Cloud storage and management

Secure data centres with multiple security layers form the backbone of cloud storage systems. Smart bandwidth management features help optimise data transmission. The system’s also feature local buffering capabilities to prevent footage loss during a potential internet outage.

Accessing and reviewing

Systems such as SEiNG.cloud offer a simple and secure way to access footage, without the need for additional software or a specific App:

Users can securely view live or recorded images from anywhere and at any time through a standard web browser.

Users benefit from a range of sophisticated search features. These include the latest AI-powered video analytic technology and object identification.

Organisations need to carefully consider technical and business requirements when considering a Cloud CCTV system.

A ‘cloud managed’ system stores data on-site using either a Gateway Server or the actual Camera. The user selects the required information and this sent to the cloud.

A ‘true’ Cloud based video surveillance System will send all images recorded directly to the cloud. The software automatically classifies the information.

Internet bandwidth requirements

Bandwidth capacity is a vital component of Cloud CCTV implementation

Bandwidth capacity is a vital component of Cloud CCTV implementation. The requirement is dependent on several factors: This includes the scene viewed and the image resolution of each camera.

Data privacy and compliance

Cloud based video surveillance must meet all relevant data protection regulations. Most cloud providers maintain multi-layered security strategies while following strict data privacy regulations.

Usability

Assess how you will use the system and ensure it meets the business requirements. Explore all the features, such as smart search capabilities, and determine how they will directly deliver benefits and efficiencies.”

Cloud and technical support

  • Data centre’s location, reliability and redundancy
  • System updates and maintenance
  • Service and support capability from NSI-accredited security partners
  • Software features such as AI and object identification technologies
  • Bespoke development options for custom integrations
  • User set-up processes
  • System configuration

Conclusion

Cloud CCTV technology represents one of the most important advances in security surveillance. This rapidly developing technology is changing how organisations handle their video surveillance requirements.

Increasing business efficiencies, reducing infrastructure costs and enhanced data protection are driving the move to Cloud CCTV.

Companies of all sizes can find great value in cloud-based surveillance systems. because of their adaptable storage options, and the minimal need for technical support. Look for systems with an advanced replacement warranty.

Cloud CCTV is a developing technology that is consistently introducing new capabilities and functionality. These automatic updates ensure that systems always stay up to date with the latest version.

Reviewing business requirements and trialling the best products will ensure companies select the most appropriate Cloud CCTV provider.

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