UK I.T. SUPPORT AND MANAGED I.T. SERVICES
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Video Surveillance & Doorway Entry Systems
The BIAS IT consultancy team deliver and install a wide range of door entry access controllers, CCTV & IP camera networks, advanced surveillance, monitoring and alarm systems.
BIAS can provide your business with everything from facial recognition, intruder alerts, A.I. powered people tracking, super high-definition video, two-way audio-visual communication and the storage to backup years’ worth of video recordings.
The BIAS IT door entry, CCTV and surveillance solutions provide 24/7 remote control and are all ideal for your Data Centre, server room, office, warehouse, depot, factory floor and even worksite locations.
DOOR ENTRY & ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
BIAS IT door entry consultants specialise in designing, installing, project managing, and maintaining a wide range of door entry systems for commercial properties. The BIAS IT door entry systems include both basic and complex solutions such as; keypad entry, magnetic strip entry, card or fob entry, pin and card combination entry and biometric entry systems.
The BIAS IT team specialise in information technology integrated door entry systems that connect to a central server or cloud. These integrated entry systems have multiple remote-control features, including intercom entry systems and even smartphone-based entry systems. Whether you need a secure door entry system for a server room or office, warehouse or factory floor the BIAS IT team can help.
COMMERCIAL CCTV & IP CAMERA NETWORK INSTALLATION
BIAS IT consultants help to identify the external camera systems best suited to the different environments and security needs of each individual client.
Bullet, dome and controllable PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras with infrared/night vision are offered as a standard CCTV solution. However, BIAS also installs and configures thermal cameras, antisabotage wireless, wired and IP cameras that send video footage over a network, allowing for remote access, control and secure video storage. In addition, if you want to monitor your car park or loading bays the BIAS IT team will install and configure license plate recognition (LPR) cameras, floodlight cameras & smart cameras offering features like facial recognition, voice control, & intruder tracking.
INSTALLATION OF INDOOR SECURITY CAMERAS
Internal camera systems within office and commercial environments offer several benefits that enhance safety, security, convenience and productivity. For example, the BIAS IT team can install & configure internal cameras to auto detect smoke, CO2, temperature changes, monitor production lines, identify intruders and even enable contact-less attendance tracking by using face recognition to clock-in & clock-out staff.
The BIAS IT team can also configure your internal camera systems to allow you to view live footage or recorded videos from a smartphone, tablet, or computer and receive instant notifications if issues & even ‘specific’ people are detected, no matter where you are.
CCTV Monitoring For Temporary Locations
Most civil engineering and construction companies will use a temporary onsite CCTV system to help prevent theft or damage. However, there’s more benefits to onsite camera surveillance than just security. For instance, as a Synology Gold Partner BIAS IT consultants are certified to configure surveillance stations to trigger alerts and allow you to search video footage using keywords. One example of keyword triggered alerts can be the automated process of identifying personnel without helmets on construction sites. In this scenario the BIAS IT consultants would configure the surveillance station to display No Helmet on the live feed and auto-save bookmarks of the event. This particular construction site CCTV surveillance feature simplifies safety monitoring and makes it easier to review health and safety issues.
Security Camera Resolution & Image Detail
The time of day, distance, weather conditions, internal and external lighting can all effect the quality of CCTV surveillance video footage. However, BIAS IT consultants are trained to help your business identify the best camera solutions to use. For example, in case of theft, vandalism, or other incidents, BIAS IT consultants will have configured your internal and external cameras to the point they can provide clear video evidence that can be used in investigations or legal proceedings.
Furthermore, in the workplace, well configured high-resolution internal surveillance cameras can help resolve disputes by providing high quality, objective video evidence of events, such as employee conflicts or customer complaints.
Monitoring & Tracking Systems
The BIAS IT consultancy team are both highly experienced and certified to configure Synology Unified Surveillance Tracking Systems. The standard tracking service includes drawing and setting alarms along perimeter borders. More advanced tracking can involve the configuration of facial recognition tracking, which allows for continuous tracking of individuals from camera to camera.
In terms of production tracking, another common camera configuration scenario is to streamline quality checks in factories by integrating barcode scanning on assembly lines. This solution allows you to detect & quickly find the relevant recordings by searching for the serial numbers of units with quality issues.
STORING VIDEO SURVEILLANCE RECORDINGS
Hi-quality video files consume large amounts of digital storage space, for that reason many businesses will only store CCTV footage for a few weeks or a few months at most. The BIAS IT support team will help you choose a data management system that will provide you with longer video storage options, allow you to run a dedicated NVR & monitoring system whilst also delivering remote access capabilities. This means your business will have a single, more powerful solution that stores more for less.
The BIAS IT support team will plan, install, configure and maintain every aspect of your NVR solution. They ensure that if you suddenly need more data storage, your system (NAS) will be easily expanded, or your old data will be removed & backed-up to the BIAS IT cloud.
PLANNING, INSTALLATION & SUPPORT SERVICES
The BIAS IT team responsible for installing your business’s CCTV system will firstly start with planning the system layout by identifying the areas to be monitored and selecting appropriate camera types (e.g., dome, bullet, PTZ). Next, the BIAS IT team will mount the cameras, ensuring they have clear views and are protected from tampering or weather if outdoors.
Once the cameras are in place the wiring or wireless systems are installed, connecting the cameras to a central recording device (e.g. DVR or NVR). Lastly, the BIAS IT team set up the monitoring features, recording schedule, storage settings, and remote access if desired. All CCTV systems are tested to ensure all cameras are functioning correctly, providing clear images, and covering the intended areas effectively.
ISSUING SYNOLOGY CAMERA LICENSES
CCTV, door entry and alarm systems are usually critical factors for a business being able to apply for insurance. An insurer will look at the quantity and type of cameras, the NAS drive storage systems and the NAS surveillance software running it all. Much like all software today, businesses must buy a license to use surveillance software. A surveillance software license is usually based on a one-off fee per camera.
The good news is, Synology offer their NAS Surveillance Station software for free with each Synology camera purchased. There’s a small license fee for adding non-Synology cameras to their NAS surveillance software but it’s a low token fee for software support and upgrades. More good news, BIAS IT can issue Synology licenses for any of the non-Synology cameras they install.
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions About Workplace Security Installation
Explain access control & surveillance companies?
Put simply, ‘access control companies’ provide ‘access control systems’ which are designed to regulate who can enter or exit specific areas within a building or site, often using methods such as key cards, biometric readers, or PIN codes. These systems can be integrated with other security measures like CCTV cameras and alarm systems to create a comprehensive security network.
Surveillance companies provide services that include the installation of CCTV cameras, remote monitoring, and video analytics, which can identify potential threats in real-time.
It's important to also mention 'access control & surveillance consultants' as they will combine door entry systems with CCTV surveillance to ensure that not only are areas secured through controlled entry but also continuously monitored to detect and respond to security incidents as they occur.
How much does a professional CCTV system cost?
The cost of an office CCTV system in the UK can vary depending on the size of the office, the number and type of cameras, the complexity of the installation, and any additional features like remote monitoring or storage.
In the UK, the cost of a basic office CCTV system might start below £10,000, while a large office with advanced requirements might see costs greater than £20,000 or more. However, for a High-End CCTV and security monitoring system prices can range from £10,000 for a small solution to well over £500,000 for large-scale, fully integrated, and professionally monitored systems. These systems are typically used in environments requiring maximum security, such as corporate headquarters, government facilities, or critical infrastructure.
What CCTV systems produce the best quality image?
When it comes to CCTV cameras that produce the best quality image, you’d think that IP cameras and high-resolution cameras are best, and they are but… The NVR monitoring software and NAS video storage system will also play a major role in quality. After all, what’s the point in having the best camera in the world if you can only record in low definition for 10 minutes.
With all options and software considered, it's fair to say that for the best image quality, 4K IP cameras or high-resolution PTZ cameras are typically the top choices, especially those equipped with WDR and low-light enhancement features. These hi-res cameras combined with a powerful NAS drive (data storage system) will allow you to record & playback high-quality CCTV video footage. In terms of the best NVR (network video recorder) the Synology Surveillance Station software works extremely well with IP cameras, furthermore, Surveillance Station comes preinstalled on the Synology NAS units.
What’s the best door entry system for a server room?
Given that server rooms house critical IT infrastructure, the entry system (door, locking device, etc.) must ensure only authorised personnel can gain access. Therefore, biometric access controls, such as fingerprint or iris scanners, are often considered ideal because they offer a high level of security by verifying a person's identity based on unique physical characteristics.
However, if you don’t feel like being scanned every time you want to enter your server room then multi-factor authentication (MFA), which involves combining something the user knows (like a PIN) with something they have (like a keycard) will also provide an excellent level of security. Whatever access system you use you’ll still need an extremely secure, impossible to destroy and fire-resistant door.
When it comes to choosing a server room access system most businesses hire an ‘access control & surveillance consultant’ to specify the requirements and install the system.
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