How To Choose the Best Commercial Security Camera

If you’re a commercial business owner, you’ll no doubt want peace of mind that your store or office premises are safe and secure. There are many measures you can pursue here to help support this, and a crucial one is installing security cameras.

Security cameras not only offer visibility of your business and can support claims if an incident does occur, but they also act as excellent deterrents.

The technology around security cameras has come a long way in recent years. So, whether you’re looking to upgrade an outdated system or are installing a security camera system for the first time, here are our top three tips to help you get the best out of it:

Benefits Of A Commercial Security System

You might have already considered some of the benefits of setting up a security system for your commercial premises, but just in case, here’s an overview of some of the key ones:

• Saves you money: Vandalism and theft cost businesses thousands of dollars annually. A security system acts as an excellent deterrent for those who might seek to attack your business.
• Save your reputation: A business covered with graffiti, that has broken windows or doors, or other damage, never looks good – it can cost you customers for good. A security camera helps set your business up for success by deterring unwanted behaviours towards your business.
• Save on insurance premiums: Security footage can be invaluable for insurance claims, whether you need to make a claim or a customer or staff member is claiming against you.

3 Tips To Choose The Best Commercial Security System For You

1. Know Which Type of Camera System You Need

Your new security camera should match your business needs: this includes considering factors like location, sizing of the premises, and whether you have various entry points, including doors and windows.

If you have small premises with only one entry point and minimal square footage that the camera needs to cover, you might not need professional assistance with installation (which makes it an easier process). Speaking with an expert can ensure everything is set up correctly and you’ve covered the essential bases.

If you have larger premises such as a warehouse, large lot, multiple floors, or several entryways, then you’ll need a more substantial camera system, and this will need professional assistance to help get you set up and manage the data storage needs.

2. Understand The Functional Features You Require

There’s a wide range of security cameras on the market, and each comes with various functions and features that offer different benefits. When considering security cameras for your business, take some time to think about what you want and need them for. Ask yourself:

• What do I need this system to offer me?
• How much footage do I want to store, and for how long?
• What type of access to the security cameras do I want?
• How much budget do I have to spend?

For small spaces, wireless cameras that operate on batteries can be a good option, but they often aren’t particularly powerful and don’t offer many functions.

Wired cameras come in more variety with a wider range of functions and features. This includes sending you alerts automatically when triggered by movement after a certain time, facial recognition, licence plate tracking and more.

Another important function to consider is the type of resolution in which you’d like the camera to capture images and whether you’d also need night vision if you want to monitor at night or darker premises like warehouses.

3. Check How Many Cameras You’ll Need

It might sound like common sense, but knowing how many cameras you’ll need overall will inform the decision you make about which complete security camera system would best suit your premises.

As mentioned, the larger the space and the more entry points or areas you’d like the security system to monitor, the more cameras you’ll need. And the more cameras you need, the more likely you’ll need a wired set-up to ensure the cameras are appropriately powered and able to record footage as needed. 

This decision can be easier for small spaces, but the larger the space, the more confusing it might be to decipher how many cameras you’ll require. Speaking with professionals can help.

Speak to the Experts Today

The expert team of professionals at Border Locksmiths & Electronic Security can assist with the necessary security setups for any sized commercial premises.

Offering fully tailored security systems, our team work alongside you and your business to cover all the bases and ensure you get the system that delivers everything you need it for.

Get in touch today and see how we can help.