If
you own a business, security is of paramount importance in your mind,
but the type of security system you need will vary depending on the type
of business you run. Whether you require full security monitoring or a
simple security camera to make its presence known, CCTV systems
provide you the greatest flexibility for the lowest cost. These are
just a few of the benefits you’ll get when you choose to use a CCTV
camera and security system to make your business safer.
Deterrent
The
mere presence of a security camera and CCTV security system will serve
as a deterrent to shoplifters, thieves and burglars. Thieves aren’t
stupid. They’ll avoid stealing if there’s a high risk of being caught on
camera. A visible surveillance camera is sometimes enough to reduce
your shrinkage by appreciable amounts.
In
addition to deterring thieves, CCTV systems can also deter your staff
and employees from bad behavior. When you place a security camera at the
point of sale and in storage areas, your staff will think twice about
stealing from you, and will be more likely to engage in behaviors that
you want them to use.
Tip:
Employees often feel resentful when management installs a security
camera. You can blunt that resentment considerably by rewarding good
behavior when you capture it on the security camera.
Protection
CCTV
systems can serve as an early warning system that trouble may be
brewing in entertainment and retail venues. While most small business
owners can’t afford high-tech video analysis software
you see on “Las Vegas” and other shows, a security camera and human
monitor can easily spot unnatural gatherings of people and traffic
patterns that suggest danger. The early warning allows you to deploy
security to the scene before problems actually develop.
In
addition, a surveillance camera trained on your parking lot and back
entries can alert you to possible intruders, vandals and thieves,
allowing you to call the police and apprehend the wrongdoers or scare
them off.
Insurance Requirements
CCTV systems can reduce your insurance premiums and help you meet conditions required by your insurance company. A CCTV camera
can help investigators determine the legitimacy of an accident claim,
for example, or help them determine how a loss occurred. A video record
of the any incident makes it easier for police to investigate and may
provide evidence for prosecution.
When
you consider all the benefits of CCTV systems for your small business,
it’s easy to see that the cost of purchase and installation is an
investment in safety that will repay itself in no time.
