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Businesses throughout the world are beginning to use drones and unmanned ariel vehicles as a key tool in security surveillance. There are currently many different methods used within the security surveillance industry including CCTV cameras, offsite monitoring, access control and so much more. The fast pace at which technology is improving has catapulted a variety of new products and solutions which could be used to keep your work premises safe, one of which is security drones.
Drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems or unmanned ariel vehicles, provide the ideal solutions to restrictive problems that traditional security methods face. Drone surveillance presents itself as an easier, faster and more affordable option for security and data collection.
Here are a few benefits of using drones as a security tool:
Cost Efficient – Drones are considered a much more cost-effective option compared to other traditional forms of aerial imaging and surveillance. Years ago, aerial surveillance and imaging machinery could cost a fortune no matter what option you decided to use. Today however, the wide range of accessible drones makes them a more affordable tool within the security surveillance industry, with the purchase price varying depending on the brand and features you need.
Remote Monitoring – Drones designed and manufactured specifically for security surveillance have unique features that enable them to access distant and difficult-to-reach areas faster than any hired personnel. This is especially useful when security staff are limited within large facilities like operational plants, factories, warehouses, etc. Drones integrated with special artificial intelligence can be programmed to be deployed throughout the day/night to survey specific areas. These drones can automatically be dispatched to areas where an alarm may have been triggered, stream live footage to the security team, follow suspects or provide authorities with real-time tracking information. This all allows the security staff to thoroughly assess all information to determine the level of danger and the appropriate response before moving forward.
Prompt Response – The time it takes a security team to respond is so important for the safety of a business and its staff or assets. Traditional methods may take time to respond to a situation giving suspects time to flee without identification or apprehension. Drones are able to respond in a fraction of the time and are often able to survey the area faster while sending live footage to on-foot personnel. They can capture the identities of the perpetrators or track them if they are able to flee the scene.
After Dark Operations – Some drones have infrared vision, thermal sensors and other night vision features that aid in capturing footage in the dark. This is especially useful when on-foot staff are monitoring the premises in the dark or if an intrusion occurs where no light is around.
Ultimately traditional CCTV cameras and security methods are limited to the position they have been installed in and are usually handled manually or are fixed upon a structure. This may limit the visibility of the camera and may open the opportunity for ‘blind spots’ if multiple units have not been installed. Security personnel also have their limits and human error could intervene at any moment. Drones are just one of the new methods that can be incorporated into your security strategy to ensure your premises, staff, and equipment/products are kept safe and secure. In the coming years, more businesses are going to start using security drones to improve their perimeter protection and surveillance.
If you are looking for new ways to improve your property security or are interested in investing in an unmanned drone vehicle contact us.
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