The Power of AI
As security needs and threats change, traditional video monitoring methods are falling short. While these offerings have been a staple for after-hours surveillance, risks are evolving, and so must our methods for addressing them. With the power of artificial intelligence in our corner, we can change the game, shifting our perspective from reactive to proactive.
Before exploring the power of AI, let’s evaluate the limitations of traditional video monitoring. In the past, video monitoring has focused on documenting incidents rather than preventing them. Businesses have primarily relied on video surveillance systems whose only objective was to capture footage that could be later reviewed in the event of an incident. Consistent monitoring of high-risk areas continues to be a powerful tool, but it does have limitations. Without the addition of AI or dedicated personnel to watch video footage 24/7, security incidents can be missed, leaving gaps in coverage.
That’s where the value of AI is unveiled. AI transforms traditional video monitoring into a proactive tool. With AI, video monitoring takes on modern capabilities — challenging standard processes and strategies. Instead of waiting for an incident to occur and then reacting, AI video monitoring helps organizations prevent issues from occurring in the first place.
Remote video monitoring and proactive video monitoring services are both tools that use analytics to detect uncommon behavior or activity in real-time. Whether it’s recognizing a person loitering in a restricted area or detecting strange behaviors, AI ensures that suspicious activities are detected before they escalate. And just like the generative AI platforms that have taken over the AI discussion, these systems are always learning and adapting, becoming more efficient in identifying risks over time.
AI-powered monitoring also reduces the need for expensive on-site physical security measures like on-site guards, lowering costs while improving efficiency. Businesses can better allocate resources more effectively by automating threat detection and focusing on other essential areas. AI systems can also quickly scale to meet the needs of various industries, from automotive dealerships to utilities and banking to retail.
Proactive video monitoring is a premium offering that takes AI a step further than RVM. It combines RVM with audio to deter incidents on the spot. Once a potential threat is detected, an alert is sent to specially trained operators.. These specialists are specifically trained to quickly and accurately determine the threat level. When a real-world threat is identified, the operator uses live audio to voice down to the intruder, using identifying information (for example, “hey, you in the blue jacket!”) to deter further activity. This personalized warning is highly effective — it stops the intruder 98% of the time.
AI is changing the game. It improves security by automating monitoring and detecting threats in real-time. By preventing incidents rather than just reporting them, AI contributes to a safer environment for organizations and ensures peace of mind.