SIAonline.org
Video Analytics Can Cut Per-Camera Cost, SIA Report Notes
Video analytics and other "enabling technologies" can sharply reduce per-camera costs - by up to 67% - for leading companies, according to a report included in the latest Quarterly Research Update from the Security Industry Association (SIA).

Security Design & Manufacturing
Two Organizations Aim to Expand Integration Possibilities
As the security industry evolves towards an IP mindset, manufacturers, integrators and even end users are starting to voice concerns over convergence and how to reconcile the specific needs of a particular installation with current interoperability limitations. Last week, PSIA released its third specification for public review - the Video Analytics draft specification, version 0.9, started from an existing ObjectVideo framework and was modified through input from analytics providers, processor providers, VMS providers, and even consumers, explains Bob Cutting, chair of the Video Analytics working group and vice president, product management for ObjectVideo.

ProSecurityZone.com
Intelligent Video Analytics For Remote Facility Surveillance
Discussing the role of computer vision-based analytics in the analysis of complex surveillance environments involving remote facilities, interoperability is ObjectVideo's philosophy when it comes to the deployment of analytics-enabled solutions in these types of surveillance environments. From its beginnings, the company has always believed that being an open, scalable and flexible ingredient of a larger surveillance solution is the key to successful analytics installations and it has placed a lot of emphasis on achieving this.




TMCnet.com
Lyrtech awarded US$28 million OEM contract
Lyrtech Inc. (TSXV:LTK), a worldwide leader in digital signal processing technologies, says it has won a two-year contract worth US$28 million to develop an intelligent motion detection module for use in exterior, commercial LED lighting systems. The underlying intelligent occupancy-sensing technology is provided by ObjectVideo.

Security Systems News
PSIA releases first analytics output specification
"It doesn't have to take into account the specifics of any one analytics platform," said Bob Cutting, VP of product management at ObjectVideo and chairman of the PSIA's Analytics Working Group. "It's not really that difficult to get on the same page with what is an event ... It really comes down to a finite set of information and most analytics manufacturers already provide it."

Security Technology Executive
Shortening the Learning Curve
Analytics can now be deployed using a centralized or decentralized model as appropriate for the application and available resources. Cameras from a number of manufacturers now can be ordered with specific analytic features or a combination of features built directly into cameras at the factory. Devices now can come loaded with an entire suite of password-activated features so that detection features can be upgraded remotely via software with just a few keystrokes.




AZSensors.com
Enhanced Video Analytics-Based IP Camera Designs for Video Surveillance
eInfochips has introduced reference designs for IP-enabled cameras, known as the DM365IPNCVA-MT5, incorporating an integrated video analytics daughter card to provide a comprehensive solution. This launch will meet the growing requirement for reference designs for enhanced-video analytics (VA) based IP cameras in the video surveillance sector.

ssn TV news
Pelco, OV and Genetec talk best-of-breed vs. single provider
Michel Chalouhi, director of product management at Genetec; Ed Troha, head of marketing at ObjectVideo; and Jim Voss, director of imaging at Pelco discuss the push and pull of best-of-breed manufacturing vs. providers of a single-manufacturer solution. The three companies have teamed on an ObjectVideo-enabled camera/VMS solution.

Security Systems News
Kastle Security embraces intelligent analytics for video monitoring
Kastle Security, long a provider of managed-access solutions to the commercial real estate vertical, has recently embraced video monitoring facilitated by video analytics, as evidenced by a recently announced roll out with Vornado/Charles E. Smith, a $12 billion real estate investment trust that is the largest owner of office properties in both New York City and Washington, DC




SecurityInfoWatch.com
Surveillance industry responds to Bruce Schneier CNN.com piece
Do cameras make us safer? Industry thought leaders offer their takes on the question posed by security expert Bruce Schneier in a column on CNN.com. In the article, republished with permission on SecurityInfoWatch.com titled "Spy Cameras Won't Make Us Safer", he railed against the value of surveillance cameras.




GLOBAL Gaming Business
Special Report--Information Integration: Upgrading casinos to savvy surveillance
Upgrading casinos to savvy surveillance systems: ObjectVideo VP of Product Management Bob Cutting participated on a panel at the recent Global Gaming Expo to discuss how the strategic use of the data produced by video analytics is helping casinos operate more effectively.




Security Squared
Pelco's Quiet Transition
It came without a whole lot of fanfare, but Pelco, which not too long ago exemplified the end-to-end vendor of proprietary video systems, has slowly transitioned itself into a supplier aiming to leverage open platforms. "It's really demand from our customers. They want the flexibility to use our product with other manufacturers' products," said Dave deLisser, director of third party integration and partnering at Pelco.

Security Products Magazine
At what cost? A few suggestions for keeping costs down and value up
We can easily conclude that any customer solution will ultimately cost less if it does not require as much manpower, engineering or training in order for users to become productive. And with regard to implementation method, the only true path to real savings in the analytics world is to not buy an analytics system but rather a system with analytics inside.




A&S International
A Look at 2009 and 2010:
The Americas Pushing for Progress
Gradually, progress has been noted in the Americas, but the world's largest consumer of electronic security equipment has a long way to go before a full recovery is made. Analytics continue to help enhance security systems at major perimeter and critical infrastructure sites. "Though more sales of analytics for business intelligence as an adjunct to physical security will continue in 2010," said Ed Troha, MD of Global Marketing at ObjectVideo.




Stores Magazine
Eye on Productivity: Traffic-counting system also helping The Limited study conversion rates
Counting store traffic isn’t a new concept. What has been less common, however, is merging shopper traffic information with data like sales results to gain better insight into customers’ purchasing habits. A system from DIGIOP and technology partner ObjectVideo is helping The Limited do just that.

Traffic Technology Today
Pelco and Genetec integrate IP video products
The recently released 4.5 version of Genetec's Omnicast video management platform now supports ObjectVideo OnBoard-enabled products using OV Ready. Now, video analytics setup and management is simplified, as the configuration of rules and receiving of alerts happens directly within the Omnicast GUI.

PublicService.co.uk
Video surveillance is now becoming a necessity
Even though post 9/11 witnessed a security beef up across the world, global terrorism continues to be on the rise. With the world witnessing an escalation in the frequency as well as the gravity of terror attacks, there is an increased urgency in developing reliable and secure defence mechanisms to counter such threats. Video surveillance has proved to be a huge crime deterrent and is being adopted by security and law enforcement agencies around the globe.

CampusTechnology.com; THE Journal
Genetec Updates IP Video Application
Genetec has updated its IP video surveillance application. Omnicast 4.5 now adds direct support for ObjectVideo analytics technology as well as for video devices with built-in analytics.




AutomatedBuildings.com
Vision-based technology addresses shortcomings of common motion sensors enabling greener energy practices
We are witnessing a global surge in the use of more technologically efficient practices in new building construction. Advanced building automation enables the aggregation of data from a variety of sensors to provide more intelligent solutions for building security, safety and energy consumption. This worldwide quest for greener energy practices for building operations will be advanced by ongoing innovation and the increased adoption of a variety of advanced sensor technologies.

ProSecurityZone.com
Omnicast VMS now supports ObjectVideo analytics
IP video surveillance management system from Genetec goes to release 4.5 with support ObjectVideo OnBoard-enabled devices for improved operational and forensic video analysis.

Security Products Magazine
DIGIOP, ObjectVideo Technology Deployed at The Limited Stores
DIGIOP Technologies, with technology provider ObjectVideo, has successfully completed a nationwide deployment of its video management systems for Limited Stores, LLC, an affiliate of Sun Capital and a retailer of upscale women's apparel with 220 stores.




Security Products Magazine
'Securing the Water,' part of 'Ahoy! Port'
While securing water environments may be difficult, it is not impossible. Video analytics can supply the intelligent ingredient to any surveillance solution for keeping a watchful eye over an area that is often difficult to secure effectively.

StorefrontBacktalk.com
Thermal Customer Counts Get Cold Shoulder From The Limited’s CIO
Many retail stores rely on customer-counting systems triggered by body heat despite the fact that the technology has its shortcomings. Up until this summer, The Limited, a 240-store clothing chain with outlets in malls and shopping centers, was one of them. ObjectVideo technology has helped change that.

SecurityInfoWatch.com
Analytics update from ASIS 2009
Despite a poor economy and the cancellation or postponement of many security installations, video analytics remains a steadily growing technology in the industry. In fact, in many cases, there has even been an increase in demand for the technology as prices continue to drop and functionality continues to increase.

Security Products Magazine
It's always sunny as ASIS
Day 1 at ASIS was terrific. I’m exhausted from walking up and down the massive show floor, but the exhibitors made it all worth it. Today’s highlights included meeting with Ed Troha, managing director of global marketing for ObjectVideo, who informed me that DIGIOP Technologies, in collaboration from ObjectVideo, has completed a nationwide deployment of its video management systems for 220 Limited Stores LLC.




Pelco Press
Extended Platform Cameras with Sarix
Edge processing relieves the workload on a video system's core, putting the power to run video analytics where it's needed - at the edge. Sarix Extended Platform cameras run the leading video analytics suite from ObjectVideo, while still delivering high-performance video without compromising frame rate or resolution.

A&S Asia
ObjectVideo: Making Sense of Video Analytics
The ingredient approach to deploying analytics-enabled intelligent solutions dictates that the debate over whether analytics work "better" at the edge or at the server level is moot; they should be available wherever in the video ecosystem they provide the most value to the end user.

A&S International
Smart Video, Smarter Business Model
A trendsetter in video analytics, ObjectVideo has made its name known in virtually all verticals across the globe, thanks to its modularized technology and unique business model. CEO David McGuinness shares with A&S the secret to stay afloat and profitable even in financially difficult times.

Network Centric Security
Analyze This
“There are a lot of people saying video analytics manufacturers are touting lowered expectations, and that is wrong,” OV said. “We think expectations of analytics should be realistic instead. We believe in taking a realistic look at what can and cannot be done. And then we sell analytics as a high-value ingredient in a solution.”

SecuritySquared.com
Video Analytics: Business Intelligence + Security
The strongest business case for video analytics ultimately lies in the technology's ability to connect video surveillance to the strategic business objectives of an organization. In an enterprise in which security operations are integrated into larger business processes, analytics can produce an enormous payoff in terms of productivity, business intelligence and compliance.




Washington Technology
Smart video gains ground
One of the biggest advancements in recent years is that cameras now contain the smart-video technology rather than sending video feeds to servers, said Ed Troha, managing director of global marketing at ObjectVideo Inc.

A&S International
Mapping out metro security
Globally, from increased ridership to funding, the recession and “green” movements have caused governments and citizens alike to turn their attention to metros. In 2008, the New York City Transit hit a record-breaking total of 2.37 billion rides across the city’s subways and buses. We may be headed into a perfect storm for metro-rail transit, with the price of oil and expensive individualized transportation continuing to rise.

SecurityInfoWatch.com
Video analytics company ObjectVideo goes blogging
Just launched this month, blogOV from ObjectVideo is a chance for the company's key leaders to discuss the video analytics business and their own initiatives.

Electronic Design
Smarter Video Analysis Techniques Mine More Data
Like most any technology video analysis goes by many names, including intelligent video, smart video processing, and video analytics. Whatever the name, however, the goal is simple: extracting important information from the image stream.