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Summer heat doesn’t just make being outdoors uncomfortable—it can also shorten the lifespan of your security cameras, DVR systems, and other surveillance equipment. High temperatures can cause cameras to overheat, damage hard drives, reduce image quality, and even lead to complete system failure if
Choosing the Right IP Camera System for Commercial Security Projects Choosing the right IP camera system is one of the most important decisions a security installer can make. Whether you’re designing a small retail surveillance system or a multi-site commercial deployment, selecting the right
The security industry is evolving faster than ever. For security installers, systems integrators, and technology providers, staying ahead of emerging trends is critical to winning more projects and delivering better outcomes for customers. In 2026, artificial intelligence, cloud-based management, cybersecurity, and unified security platforms
Global Surveillance System is proud to announce our new partnership with VIDISKY AI, the world’s first true agentic AI platform for physical security. The Next Evolution of Low Voltage Security Systems Low voltage security systems have always been the foundation of modern physical security.
For security integrators and commercial security dealers, AI video analytics is quickly becoming one of the most profitable and in-demand technologies in the industry. Traditional surveillance systems are no longer enough for many commercial clients. Businesses now expect proactive threat detection, real-time monitoring, intelligent
Higher education institutions across the United States are rapidly upgrading outdated physical security infrastructure to improve safety, streamline credential management, and support the transition toward mobile-first access control systems. A recent CampusIDNews report highlighted how Allegion partnered with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to
For years, Hikvision attempted to position its access control products — including face recognition terminals, card readers, and door stations — as separate from federal restrictions targeting video surveillance equipment. That strategy is rapidly collapsing. On April 20, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
If you’re relying on an older security camera system, you may already be losing out on image quality, reliability, and modern features that protect your business more effectively. Many businesses in retail, warehousing, office spaces, and construction sites continue using outdated CCTV systems without
Choosing the right security camera & access control systems for installers is more important than ever in 2026. Whether you’re building a small surveillance setup or deploying a large commercial security project, selecting the right CCTV cameras, recorders, and access control platforms directly impacts
Why Resolution Is the Foundation of Surveillance Image Quality When a security incident occurs, the footage your cameras capture can mean the difference between identifying a suspect and having unusable, blurry imagery. Camera resolution, the number of pixels a sensor can capture, is the