Business Security Systems

Advantages of PTZ Cams

• Wide Angles: Cover extensive areas with a broad field of view
  
• Powerful Zoom: Capture detailed shots from a distance
  
• Automation: Monitor wide areas with Auto Scan or Preset Tour features
  
• Auto Tracking: AI-enabled PTZs automatically track humans and slow-moving vehicles
  
• Remote Control: Command Pan, Tilt, and Zoom remotely via smartphone apps or computer software

Disadvantages of PTZ Cams:

• Security Blind-spots: May miss events during scans, preset tours, or auto tracking movements
  
• Complicated Installation: Large size may pose challenges during installation
  
• Cost Prohibitive: Higher manufacturing costs result in a more expensive option
  
• Lag or Latency: Remote commands may experience slow response over the internet

Yes, ZOSI security systems for businesses typically have the following features:

• Higher Channel Counts: NVRs/DVRs supporting more cameras (e.g., 8, 16, 32 channels) to cover larger areas like warehouses, retail floors, or parking lots.
• Scalability: Easily add more compatible cameras as your business grows or needs change.
• Robust Storage: Typically equipped with larger capacity hard drives (or support for adding more) for longer recording retention, crucial for business records and potential investigations.
• Durable Cameras: Often utilize camera models (like metal-cased bullets or vandal-resistant domes) designed for demanding commercial environments, both indoors and outdoors (check IP ratings).
• Advanced Features (on some models): Features like PoE (Power over Ethernet) for simpler, more reliable wiring are common in NVR systems suitable for business installations.

Conduct a site assessment, focusing on critical areas:

• Entrances & Exits: All customer and employee entry/exit points.
• Points of Sale (POS): Cash registers and transaction areas.
• Stock Rooms & Inventory Storage: Monitor valuable goods.
• Parking Lots & Exterior Perimeters: Deter vehicle break-ins and monitor external activity.
• High-Traffic Areas: Customer service desks, hallways, production floors.
• Sensitive Areas: Server rooms, file storage, safes.
• Consider camera types: Wide-angle for general coverage, PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) for monitoring large areas actively, dome cameras for discreet indoor surveillance, and weatherproof bullet cameras for outdoors.

This depends on:

• Number of cameras
• Video resolution (higher resolution needs more space)
• Recording mode (continuous vs. motion-detection)
• Frames Per Second (FPS) setting
• Desired recording retention period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days, 90 days - check any industry regulations).

ZOSI systems often come with 1TB, 2TB or larger HDDs. Use online storage calculators or consult ZOSI support for estimates. It's wise to choose a system that allows for HDD upgrades if needed.

Yes, ZOSI systems can be used to monitor work areas for security, safety, and productivity purposes. However, it is crucial to be aware of and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employee monitoring and privacy. This often includes providing clear notification to employees about surveillance. Consult legal counsel to ensure compliance in your specific location and industry.

Yes, the ZOSI Smart App and AVSS Client software are designed to allow users to add and manage multiple ZOSI devices (NVRs/DVRs/Cameras) from different locations under a single account, providing convenient centralized monitoring for businesses with multiple sites.

While ZOSI systems are designed for user-friendliness, the feasibility of DIY depends on the system's size, complexity, and your technical comfort level.

• DIY: Possible for smaller setups (e.g., a small office or retail store) especially with PoE systems where wiring is simpler.
• Professional Installer: Recommended for larger installations, complex wiring runs (e.g., across large warehouses, through multiple floors), integrating with existing networks, or if you lack the time/expertise. A professional can ensure optimal camera placement and a clean, reliable setup.

ZOSI employs security measures like data encryption during transmission and requires secure login credentials. For businesses, it's essential to:

• Use strong, unique passwords for the system and user accounts.
• Restrict access to authorized personnel only.
• Keep the system's firmware updated.
• Ensure the NVR/DVR is physically secured if possible.
• Follow best practices for network security.

ZOSI provides support through various channels, including online resources (manuals, tutorials, FAQs), email support, and potentially phone support. Check the ZOSI Contact Us for specific business support options and service level agreements, if applicable.