Benefits of Installing CCTV Systems for Security

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.