What's Really Driving IP Video Surveillance Convergence?
Consider this...the underlying driver for moving a mission critical application such as video surveillance to the IP network is more than the need for higher resolution images and longer retention periods (bear with me...I know it seems I'm simplifying this a bit). If you view this from Sun's perspective, the convergence of video surveillance to the IP network is really driven by the fact that the network is 'growing up'. It is able to handle requirements for higher speeds and streamed content. It is more reliable and is supported by open communities, APIs and standards being adopted worldwide. Without all of these characteristics, a security officer responsible for the safety of people and/or assets would not begin to consider using the IP network for video surveillance data capture, storage and information exchange.
For over 20 years Sun has been committed to the IP network infrastructure. So, it's no surprise that Sun understands the IP video surveillance market and has invested in technology to support the industry. More importantly, our partners who have a vested interest in the IP network that supports and connects video surveillance systems (i.e., the network equipment providers, systems integrators and security integrators) are actively engaged with Sun to imbed Sun's Open Video Surveillance solution architecture into their own video surveillance offerings. It is very exciting (and rewarding) to work with these prominent players in the market and realize they respect Sun's position as well. Shortly, I'll be announcing some of these partnerships along with some impressive successes. Stay tuned for those.
In the meantime, take 3 minutes out of your busy day to view this video from my team at Sun explaining Sun's role in the IP network.
" It is able to handle requirements for higher speeds and streamed content. It is more reliable and is supported by open communities, APIs and standards being adopted worldwide."
I agree with these statements. However, I don't see why this means that users should switch from their analog cameras + networked DVRs. What's the specific benefits that you cannot deliver with the next best alternative of analog cameras + networked DVRs?
Posted by John Honovich on July 14, 2009 at 01:46 PM MDT #
Hi John. Thanks for the comment. Nice to know someone is reading my blog (wink). Actually, my intention wasn't to justify IP networks over networked DVRs. Rather, I was commenting on the occurrence happening in the industry of people choosing to move to the IP network and how the IP network supports that convergence. My references to 'more reliable' for example, were comparing the history of the IP network to where it is today. Not comparing to networked DVRs.
Certainly there are situations that justify networked DVRs over an IP network-based video surveillance implementation. In fact, I can think of several environments I'm intimately familiar with that absolutely call for analog cameras and networked DVRs. Of course, I lean toward what interests Sun and our partner community – which is the IP network because that is where we have our expertise and have made our investment. Thus, the focus of my message. Hope that clears the air!
Posted by Shereen on July 14, 2009 at 02:26 PM MDT #
Makes sense!
I am looking forward to hearing about the new partnership announcements.
Posted by John Honovich on July 14, 2009 at 02:45 PM MDT #