Electronic security systems are much more than cameras, readers, and alarms. Since the introduction of Artificial Intelligence, security threats have increased, requiring more than conventional security measures to mitigate them. AI-based solutions are providing the answer to securing workplaces, hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure facilities.
However, many questions regarding the use of AI-based security solutions remain unanswered: What to choose, then? That’s exactly where cloud-based security solutions are finding their place in protecting properties, assets, and personnel through the utilization of cutting-edge wireless access, smart cameras, and intrusion detection.
Why Cloud + Wireless Is the Future
Anywhere, Anytime Security
We can’t live without our smartphones. They are not just for making calls but a way of life, controlling how we make purchases, how we connect, and even how we approach security. People want the convenience of security they have in their homes to extend into the workplace. Cloud-based technology permits access to camera feeds, alarm notifications, and access to buildings, allowing round-the-clock monitoring from anywhere, anytime around the globe.
Sitting on the train in Boston, but need to unlock a door in Miami while seeing who is requesting access, no problem, just use your phone!
Seamless Growth
What makes a cloud-security platform or hybrid platform so adaptable is the Internet of Things (IOT). It allows for the easy connection of cameras, readers, alarms, and other devices on a wireless network without the heavy lifting of relying on others to engineer, program, and update devices, firmware, and software. Simply click, connect, and scale your security solutions.
Smarter Threat Detection
AI agents, combined with analytics and automation, can monitor and respond to potential threats like unauthorized visitors or access attempts. The increased situational awareness provided by the AI agent mitigates threats from escalating by alerting security personnel to a potential threat.
Lower Costs, Higher Efficiency
Cloud-based security systems can self-update, eliminating maintenance overhead and bidding farewell to costly infrastructure that may require regular inspections and expensive upkeep.
Robust Compliance and Cybersecurity
End-to-end encryption secures sensitive data transmitted between security devices through the use of role-based access and management rights. In sectors like finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure, a cloud-based security system can help maintain compliance and provide alerts to potential violations.
Real-World Impact Across Industries
At CGL Electronic Security our team of security professionals are working with clients in the education, healthcare, sports entertainment, office complexes, finance, and critical infrastructure security industry verticals to assess, design, deploy, and support cloud-based security platform to provide the highest level of security today, and well into the future.
CGL has the utmost expertise in deploying security solutions to meet our clients’ access, video, and intrusion system needs by working with our technology partners to find and implement best-in-class solutions.
Ready to Rethink Security?
Don’t wait until it’s too late; start future-proofing your security systems today. By staying ahead of the curve, you can better prepare for the future. The question isn’t whether you can afford to protect your most valued assets, but rather, can you afford not to.
To learn more, visit the CGL website or contact me at mikem@cglsecurity.com.
Mike McGuirk
Vice President of Sales
CGL Electronic Security
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