As we approach the mid-year point of 2021, it is evident that the methodology for security system design, deployment, and configuration is going to continue to change. In response to these challenges, companies have adjusted their operations. Now, the same companies are faced with another pivotal response, as some employees and associates are venturing back to their work locations.
Access control and video surveillance have a more demanding mandate than ever before. When originally developed, security technologies were aligned to primarily prevent crime. Now requirements have been updated to include an additional set of directives and operational protocols that go further in their efforts to protect people and create safer environments. ivelah has identified and explored the impact of five instrumental changes that we see today:
Intelligent Security Systems
Alternate working environments, staggered shift patterns, people flow, and adjusted company operations have created new demands for security systems that now extend beyond a conventional “static” security solution. Video surveillance analytics and other security applications have been providing intelligent and integrated solutions for some time. Most security deployments have not, however, utilized these features until now. Self-learning video analytics presents a directory of event and adaptive solutions that are completely definable and will automate the notification process. Managers and supervisors are informed only when relevant security risks and definable characteristics occur. If a pure-play video analytic “cause-and-effect” program is structured around the users' own unique business and necessities, then constant round-the-clock “eyes on monitors” and “access control door management” are no longer a necessity.
Integration & Automation
The integration of security with other business-critical systems is now a workable investment. Creating automation saves time and a significant reduction in operational costs. With flexible open architecture and transparent API connectivity, systems can work together more effectively and process events more seamlessly. Consider the benefits of having your access control system connected to your Human Resource management software. This valuable integration allows you to create a robust and seamless onboarding and credentialing policy. Building management, cashless vending, parking lot access, and visitor management can also be quickly introduced to your security systems open API’s infrastructure. A “precise rule” engine can also be deployed that will provide convenience, complemented by more powerful reporting functionality between your security system and other business-critical facets.
Remote Management
Companies may continue to encourage work-at-home policies or have a hybrid arrangement that includes both facility presence and working from home. Choices and structure will be dependent on the type of business, employee positions, and job responsibilities. The outcome will be fewer people at company facilities. With less people in buildings, on-site video surveillance and access control management costs can be reduced with remotely managed security services. This solution offers a viable opportunity to reduce the traditional overhead costs associated with both in-house and outsourced guard services. Correctly configured video analytics and useful integration offer an adaptable security provision, where the response to events is based upon changes to the norm rather than the “view and monitor everything all the time” mentality. Cloud-based technologies in cohesion with a far greater situational awareness platform will encapsulate security into one cost-effective delivery mechanism that is managed by a less expensive third-party provider.
Space Management & Social Distancing
Organizations continue to explore and introduce ways to create a safe environment for people and employees at their company locations. Physical security systems have and will continue to evolve. A suite of specific security system options can create a technology cloak that promotes a safer feeling for all facility occupants and guests. Social distancing and space management is re-imagined with the security applications now available. With an emphasis on video analytics technology, employers can locate people, be informed of larger group gatherings, and identify contact between individuals. When access control and skin temperature cameras are configured correctly, it is possible to automatically receive a notification of a person with a higher-than-normal temperature. When this is detected, an access control card can be de-activated while secondary screening is carried out.
Verification & Contactless Access
Contactless access control has been available for many years. Security system administrators have been reluctant to abandon their access cards and credentialing processes. In some cases, this was due to additional licensing costs which were based upon the number of users and the complex negotiation required with employees who would use their personal smartphones. However, more industry experts and security managers are advocating contactless solutions due to the continued technology improvements and reliability in this specialized space. Companies are placing more emphasis on the pros of this contactless solution as they consider moving away from physical access control cards. Also, tremendous advancements in visual verification are taking hold which negate the need for both access control cards and smartphone “open the door” applications. Visual verification is achieved with local door cameras that verify a person’s identity. When integrated with the access control, this will allow the verified individual access to the controlled area.
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