For people who have limited funds to spend on their home security, I would recommend that you make very sure that any surveillance system you invest in has the ability to clearly identify people as they come and go. If something were to happen to your business or home then it will stand you in good stead.
In order for you to be able to identify people or vehicles in the video, you will need to identify the choke points inside the business. This refers to the areas to your property that people would most like to gain access to. Good examples of this can be doors, windows and parking areas. Your video security camera will need to be dedicated to patrolling these areas in order to capture a good image of the crook.
A good way to determine what course of action to take is to allow yourself to think like a criminal for just a minute. How could a burglar gain access to your home? Would it be easier in the day or in the evening? Which spots of your property is less visible to your neighbours? This will help you to place your camera the best location possible.
Having adequate video security for a business can also help with the insurance premiums. You can also catch shoplifters red handed. Many states actually require that a suspect be caught stealing a product and leaving the property before it is considered a felony.
Documentation of any activity on your property can also help protect you from prosecution in slip and fall instances, as well as many different litigious activities that might occur. When I see customers face to face I try to make a sketch of the properly. This is useful in deterring the fields of view that you are dealing with and can help to place the cameras at the right place. For cctv camera’s visit www.autogate.co.za.
