It seems everywhere you look there’s another device that claims it helps keep you safe. From home to the office, security systems are becoming more mainstream and more mobile-friendly. But do you really need one? Ask yourself the following questions to determine whether a CCTV system may be right for you.

Do you own a business?

When you own a business, you’re responsible for everyone and everything involved. From the employees to the customers and all the merchandise in between, you want to keep the people and products safe from any possible crimes or accidents. Installing a CCTV system in your place of business can have a variety of functions in the workplace, whether you’re in the building or not.

• Prevent theft. Customers are not the only ones you have to worry about. If you suspect employees of stealing product or cash, you can set up cameras near registers or other employee stations to monitor activity. Not only will it act as proof in any criminal activity, but it can also deter it from happening in the first place.
• No more he said, she said. Resolve conflicts among staff and/or customers with video proof of whatever situation may have happened. There’s less of a chance a false accusation of violence or other wrongdoing will be made when there’s a recording device in place at all times.
• Encourage better behavior. A manager can make their presence known with a camera on watch over employee areas. This could help create more discipline in certain work spaces. Big Brother can see when and where work flows are slacking, and so changes can be made to boost efficiency.
• Monitor risk. If there’s an area of a workplace that needs additional monitoring for safety purposes, such as use of flammable materials or dangerous machinery, a CCTV system can help prevent further damage if emergencies are noticed sooner and appropriate measures can be taken faster.
• Increase customer’s confidence. Safety measures can also be taken to ensure customer security, especially in banks and stores that are prone to robberies. If customers know proper monitoring measures are in place, they’ll feel safer doing business.

Do you want a home security system?

Protect your home indoors and out with a CCTV system. It can be as simple as mounting an extra mobile phone in the area you want to monitor or using the webcam on your computer to record activity. Many home security systems are mobile-friendly now and can give you peace of mind from wherever you are.

A CCTV system can help prevent or solve a crime. Just seeing a security sign on your lawn or camera above your door can be enough to deter a criminal. The footage it captures can also be used by law enforcement as evidence in an investigation. Pictures and videos can also now be easily posted on social media to alert other neighbors of what’s going on in the area.

Do you want to keep an eye on things?

A CCTV system can also be used for more everyday things, like keeping an eye on pets left at home, children coming home from school, contractors at work in your house, or elderly family members. You may not be able to be in two rooms at once, but your cameras can. A CCTV system can be your eyes and ears when you need it most.

So, do you need a CCTV system? If you answered yes to the questions above, then you should definitely consider it. Contact the security specialists at Security Five with any other questions and to go over your CCTV options.

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