IPfocus Security in the Cloud


In this the first in the series of articles which track the trend towards utilising the cloud and virtualised environments as part of a futureproof security, access or alarm monitoring solution.


Innovative “Cloud” based services assist leading construction firm Skanska


Using an entirely cloud based storage, recovery and distribution service delivered by SeSys, Howard is able to avoid the time consuming visits to site for image retrieval as the cameras are accessed over 3G. Remote access also facilitates checks on the camera giving peace of mind that everything is running as it should and changes in recording rate when busy periods in the construction are experienced can be made. “The Torch is also rugged and able to draw power from Solar if needed, which allows us to potentially setup in locations with difficulties in running power.”


Howards Ltd has been working with SeSys, an Advanced MOBOTIX Partner, using the firms' award winning Torch mobile camera combined with a 3G link to store regular images off site and make them available to be retrieved for video editing remotely. The Torch uses a MOBOTIX M24 camera and is designed to be highly mobile and quickly connect to WiFi and 3G communication as well as alternate energy sources such as solar and wind generators.


“We had previously used specially modified digital still cameras which provide excellent quality but required specialty housings to keep them environmentally safe,” explains Mark Howard, MD of Howards, “The images also needed to be extracted from the cameras at a regular interval which is a significant task considering that many of these cameras and sites are in pretty distant or inaccessible places.”


Howard had looked at using CCTV equipment in the past but had been put off by the lack of quality and suitability to the task, “It was only when we discovered SeSys and MOBOTIX cameras that we at last found a good compromise between quality and reliability; we finally had a viable alternative,” he explains.


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Howard has already used the Torch Camera on several projects including sites under development by Skanska that will use the technology to create an accurate record of an entire project from the first foundation to the cutting of the opening ribbon.


“Technology like the SeSys Torch camera is part of a new wave of image capture systems that are aimed at higher quality applications,” comments Mike Lewis, Business Development Director for UK and Ireland at MOBOTIX, “Video can be an enabler for more than just security applications and factors like low power consumption, portability and the ability to connect to new communication technologies are clear differentiators that highlight why MOBOTIX is the clear leader in the digital video space.”


VSaaS is already a reality!


Sesys Operations Director Dan Eames will be presenting a session at the IP-in-Action LIVE Event in Oxford on 8th December, on how security video can be managed in the cloud and will provide an insight into real life examples of how the combination of fast deployment cameras and Cloud based video management solutions can be utilized. Dan will also introduce the advantages that such technologies can offer across many end user applications.


Register Now - www.ip-in-action-LIVE.com


Matia explained, “We can draw a parallel from the traditional IT world in which SaaS (software as a service) is the technology behind managed services. VSaaS and SaaS in general provide the ability to use the providers' applications, running on a cloud infrastructure, accessible from various client devices. The end-user does not manage or control even individual application capabilities. VSaaS servers can be found both in traditional or ad-hoc data centres”.


The keynote presentation will discuss, what the opportunities are for the security industry and what may be the barriers and challenges to adoption.


Matia Grossi is an independent analyst specialized in providing market research and analysis on the commercial security market.


Grossi has many years of experience in various market leading organizations providing market research to the security market. Grossi started his career at IMS Research before joining Frost & Sullivan where he managed the global Electronics and Security practise.


Security in the Cloud - part 1


VSaaS - Video Surveillance as a Service explained at Oxford Event.


We are delighted to announce that Mr Matia Grossi will be providing our Keynote presentation at the IP-in-Action LIVE Event in Oxford on 8th December.


Entitled "VSaaS and Security in the Cloud" this fascinating seminar will introduce the concept of VSaaS, Video Surveillance as a Service, were the opportunities lie within the Cloud and Virtualized environment and how security professionals can leaverage VSaaS as part of a Security portfolio.


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