Businesses in South Africa are facing evolving security threats and can no longer rely on traditional, standalone surveillance systems. The increasing demand for smarter, more proactive security solutions is driving the growth of the local security industry. AI-driven analytics, real-time monitoring, and integrated ecosystems are redefining security operations, enabling businesses to detect threats, optimize operations, and automate compliance reporting. The article emphasizes the need for both physical and digital security measures, including strong cybersecurity protocols to protect against cyber threats.
Thought leadership by Leandro da Cunha, Surveillance Business Unit Lead, Duxbury NetworkingLeandro da Cunha, Surveillance Business Unit Lead at Duxbury Networking.
Traditional surveillance systems, which once relied on disparate CCTV set-ups, are struggling to keep pace with modern security challenges. Today, businesses need fully integrated surveillance ecosystems that combine high-definition video, AI-driven analytics and real-time monitoring to deliver actionable insights. From smart cities to retail, healthcare and critical infrastructure, the shift towards networked, AI-powered surveillance is redefining security operations.
With the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, surveillance systems must also incorporate strong cyber security measures. Today’s networked security systems rely on IP-based cameras, cloud storage and remote access capabilities, which make them potential targets for cyber criminals.
Another important factor in adopting integrated surveillance solutions is data management and storage. The sheer volume of video footage collected daily requires intelligent storage solutions that can prioritise critical events while optimising bandwidth and server capacity. Businesses are increasingly turning to edge computing to process video data closer to the source, reducing latency and allowing for faster threat detection.
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