Video Management Systems and Video Management Software are an essential part of any video security surveillance solution. Benefits and advantages of almost every VMS include:
- Flexibility and ease of use
- Scalability
- Cloud, server or edge-based storage
- Camera compatibility via ONVIF standards
- System and device integrations
- User-friendly interfaces
- Alert customizations
- Multi-site applications
What is a Video Management System (VMS)?
By combining software and hardware, a video management system (VMS) helps users automatically monitor events from any number of surveillance (CCTV) cameras, alarms, or sensors. VMS hardware can include cameras, encoders for analog camera systems, and servers for video processing and storage.
Video Management System (VMS) Considerations
There are numerous benefits of video management software and systems, however, every industry will have different prerequisites to secure and safeguard their people, place, and property. Some factors to consider when choosing a VMS include:
- Industry best practices
- Organization size
- Business case and requirements
- Deployment issues
- VMS packages and bundles
- Camera brands and features
- Open platform vs closed platform
- Integration requirements
- Video analytic features
- Cost and plans
- Future requirements and scope
Video Management Resources
- Using Thin Client with Third-Party VMS
- Adapting to Meet Changing Requirements with Senstar’s Video Solutions
- Symphony VMS and Video Analytics Help Retailers Secure Spaces And Gather Business Intelligence
- Five Key Factors To Consider When Selecting A VMS
- Video, Security and Information Management in The Palm of Your Hand
- The Rise Of Video Analytics – Main Stream Adoption Is Finally Happening
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