Video analytics have become essential to modern surveillance systems, offering advanced functionality to enhance security and operational efficiency. However, when deploying analytics with surveillance systems, the costs involved can vary significantly.
Understanding the factors that contribute to these costs is crucial for businesses looking to implement video analytics software effectively. Let’s review the key factors that determine the costs of deploying analytics solutions for businesses.
Infrastructure Requirements
The first factor to consider is the existing infrastructure and the requirements for integrating analytics. Upgrading surveillance cameras, storage capacity, and network infrastructure to support analytics can significantly impact the cost of deployment, although cloud technologies can help reduce these costs [1].
The type and number of cameras, whether existing infrastructure needs to be upgraded or replaced, and the network bandwidth required for video analytics processing are crucial considerations that influence the overall cost of deployment.
Hardware Requirements
In some cases, deploying video analytics software with surveillance systems may require additional hardware components besides cameras. In addition to ensuring your existing cameras can support intelligent analytics, high-performance servers or dedicated processing units may also be necessary to handle the requirements for video data processing. Factoring in the cost of these hardware components is essential for accurately estimating deployment costs.
Software Licensing and Integration
The cost of video analytics software licensing and integration with existing surveillance systems is another important factor. Different analytics solutions have varying pricing models, such as per-camera licensing or one-time fees. Integration with the surveillance management software and compatibility with existing hardware can also impact the overall deployment costs, especially for companies with multiple sites.
Customization and Configuration
The level of customization and configuration needed for analytics to meet the specific security and operational requirements of your business can affect the costs.
Tailoring the system to include features such as specific object detection, facial recognition, or license plate recognition may require additional development and configuration, ultimately impacting the deployment costs.
When properly configured and integrated, intelligent video analytics provide additional value to existing surveillance cameras to help your company meet its security objectives [2].
Training and Support
Ensuring that the relevant personnel receive proper training to effectively use and manage the video analytics system is essential. Training costs, as well as ongoing technical support and maintenance, should be considered when calculating the total cost of deployment. Companies that don’t want to handle training or support in-house can benefit from commercial security providers that manage these aspects for them for a potentially lower cost.
Scalability and Future Expansion
Businesses may need to consider the scalability of their existing surveillance system and the potential for future expansion. Implementing a scalable system that can accommodate additional security cameras and analytics capabilities as the need arises may initially incur higher costs but can result in long-term cost savings and operational efficiency, helping companies grow or scale back when needed [3].
Enhance Security With Video Analytics Today
Deploying video analytics technology involves various factors that determine the overall costs. The enhanced security, operational efficiency, and long-term cost benefits of analytics make it a worthwhile investment for businesses looking to improve their security. Contact Surveillance Secure today to get an estimate for deploying video analytics solutions for your surveillance system at (877) 388-1248.
Sources:
- https://www.securityindustry.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The_State_of_Video_Analytics.pdf
- https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/98508-techniques-and-algorithms-for-video-surveillance-analytics
- https://www.securityinfowatch.com/video-surveillance/video-analytics/article/21142386/analytics-boost-value
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