UNIFIED SOLUTIONS
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Enhancing security through unified video surveillance and access control Introducing AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry to meet growing requirements for video surveillance and access control in one unified solution. By Peter Currie and John Allen, Axis Communications, Northern Europe The physical security of premises, assets and people is of vital importance. Network video cameras are a key part of any modern security provision, with advances in edge processing and analytical capabilities resulting in a solution that can not only improve security but also drive business optimisation. Access control continues to evolve too, with the COVID-19 pandemic presenting new challenges and making it more important than ever to be able to monitor and control exactly who is entering or leaving a building or site. The move to a more frictionless, touch-free mode of operation has enabled a safer customer experience which avoids the touching of shared services, but still maintains high levels of security.
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The combination of video surveillance and access control has proven to
be a winning formula, providing comprehensive cover for businesses of all sizes across many industries and sectors. While individual security solutions offer high levels of protection, it is the ability to manage them effectively which unlocks real efficiencies and multiple benefits for an organisation. Businesses should not need to compromise on any aspect of security, so implementing an effective solution that will allow full management of their entire system brings complete peace of mind.
The advantages of a unified approach When considering a security solution that will enable today’s businesses to face their challenges, AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry allows for a unified system, in which the whole is certainly greater than the sum of its parts. It’s important for every business to have access to the highest quality video surveillance technology, combined with the best software for monitoring and management.
In response to customer feedback, Axis has launched AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry. This latest edition to the management software unites video surveillance and access control, two of the most critical areas of security, into a unified solution which unlocks additional value.
While individual technologies can deliver related benefits that can be combined when they are integrated, this can be cumbersome, often involving multiple vendors with the logistical and financial headaches that accompany such an approach.
