A video surveillance system has specialized needs when it comes to information technology (IT). While a digital video system may use the same technologies as other IT systems, they are configured differently and with the specific needs of video surveillance in mind.
Video is a more demanding environment and puts a heavier workload on every part of an IT system. Given the stress, and especially in the case of a larger enterprise system, things can begin to break. Choosing the right equipment for the job ensures greater dependability over time.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise worked with industry experts SourceSecurity.com and Stone Security to identify the nine critical IT concerns when designing an IP video system. In this White Paper, we explore how the specialized needs of a video surveillance system impact which IT technologies are deployed and how they are used.