Your business is growing: New customers are finding you, orders are coming in, you’re adding staff, and your physical plant is expanding. Sounds great, right? But with this
Choosing consumer-grade products
If you have an internet-connected camera or thermostat at home, you might be tempted to choose a similar system for your business. They’re affordable, easy to obtain, and have a familiar interface. But these systems often lack adequate storage for security camera footage, aren’t as durable as professional systems, are difficult to integrate with other systems like fire and burglary, and don’t scale well in a business or enterprise environment.
The solution: An always-on video management system that can handle 24/7 recording and integrate with access control systems delivers peace of mind for you and your employees.
Not thinking about integration
Maybe your facility already has fire and intrusion alarms. You may even also have video and access control systems. But can your physical security system bring all of those systems into one unified platform? Siloed systems are harder to monitor and require multiple user interfaces, wasting valuable time when a rapid response is necessary.
The solution: Look for a unified platform to monitor all your physical security systems, or at least one that integrates these alarm systems using open protocols.
The challenge of code compliance
If you thought integrating multiple physical security systems was a challenge, adding fire safety code compliance on top only adds to the complexity of your system. Plus the annual maintenance, monitoring, and inspections are always a source of stress and worry. Let a trusted partner take on layering and integrating these systems interpreting while and adhering to local fire codes, National Fire Protection Association standards, and insurance requirements, so you can focus on growing your business.
The solution: A technology integrator with experience unifying these disparate systems in concert with nationwide and state fire codes is your best resource and partner.
Failing to plan for growth
Designing a physical security system for the business you have today neglects the business you’re trying to grow for the future. Your systems need to be able to grow and expand as your business grows and adds capability and facilities. Neglecting future growth means you’ll have to replace systems before the end of life or outgrowing the system in place now.
The solution: Choose a modular, scalable security solution with flexible licensing options that allow expansion, installed by an expert partner who can help you look ahead.
Not doing your due diligence
Take the time to investigate prospective installers and service providers. Asking peers for references and referrals will help guide you to the service provider that’s right for your business. You could end up with unreliable support, a system that doesn’t conform to local and national security and fire codes and best practices, or just sloppy, carelessly installed work.
The solution: The right vendor will be happy to provide you references, certifications, examples of case studies, and even connect you with other customers for their perspective.
If these considerations seem overwhelming, don’t worry: Wachter’s project managers, solution engineers, and electricians are ready to help companies like yours install and service physical security systems. Our team can help your business solve challenges like integrating access control, security, and fire and burglary systems into a comprehensive system that aligns with your goals.