Video Management Software (VMS) is an essential part of the total surveillance system. It is crucial to recognize that a surveillance system is incomplete without VMS. The latest management software has progressed beyond its original purpose of recording video for later review.
This article describes how Video Management Software has evolved over the years.
Early surveillance systems (1960s) used videotape to record footage for later review. Ampex tape machines were early, simple recording systems that captured only about one day of video history. The recording systems provided continuous recording at lower frame rates to preserve the limited tape storage. The recording medium evolved from VCRs (Video Cassette Recorders) to Digital Video Recorders (DVRs), which extended recording times, improved quality, and made searching easier. Still, nothing really changed until simple motion detection was added, and surveillance cameras became network-attached (IP) to improve video recording storage capacity.
After digital IP camera systems were developed, computer hard drives became the storage point for video recordings. All videos collected from multiple IP cameras on the network were transmitted to one or more video storage server computers.
Today, video management systems do more than record video; they have evolved to provide integrated security capabilities and, with the addition of AI-enhanced security software, deliver immediate alerts of security incidents.
Integrated security systems enable access to surveillance cameras and door access control systems through a common software interface. You can start with a Video Management System that also lets you view door information, or with an Access Control System that adds surveillance cameras.
Here are some examples:
The Hexagon dC3 solution is based on the Ocularis Video Management Software. You can add the S2 Access control software. It supports Lenell, Isonas (hosted), and other access control.
This is a good choice if you want to start with a video management system that integrates with access control. It is a unified physical security technology ecosystem designed to manage the entire incident lifecycle and minimize its impact. This innovative solution combines the C3 approach—Command, Control, and Collaborate—familiar from the control center environment with advanced event-detection capabilities. Learn more…
Armatura Advanced Access Control Software
Armatura provides a gateway to multiple security solutions, including the WAVE video manager. This is a web-based solution that includes various modules, such as Video Management System, Access Control, Time & Attendance, and more.
Functions Available Include: Access Control, Video Management, Elevator Control, and Data Monitor
While standard video management systems record valuable footage, reviewing hours of video days after an incident has occurred often feels like closing the door after the cow has left the barn. The damage has already been done. AI provides a revolutionary tool that combines real-time video monitoring with AI to detect and respond to issues as they occur. These intelligent systems transform how organizations protect their people, property, and operations by proactively addressing risks rather than reacting after the fact.
AI has been integrated into cameras, but the most significant enhancement comes from additional software that can be deployed across manya Video Management SystemsSystem.
Scy-AI software adds Artificial Intelligence to analyze data coming from stationary and portable cameras. It then processes the acquired data to generate meaningful information about the activity contained in the video stream. By matching the data results from the decision-making algorithm, Scy-AI identifies the suspect via facial recognition and potential threats posed by the suspect’s actions or vehicle in the video feed. Finally, Scy-AI analyzes the collected data and distributes alerts to law enforcement response units via web and mobile channels, including information on the threat, location, and suspect identity.
Video Management systems have come a long way from simple tape-based systems. They have become more powerful, easier to use, and integrate with access control and other security products. With added AI enhancements, video management software has become much better at providing security.
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