Securing Structures: Integrating Physical Security with Building Design

Securing your building is crucial for protecting assets, employees, and operations. Integrating advanced camera systems with access control and alarm systems ensures comprehensive safety and threat prevention.

Last Updated:
October 30, 2024
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By
Hailee Gardner
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Marketing Writer
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LVT

Your building is home to so many important things; it’s where you store your precious assets, it’s a workplace for your employees, and it’s the physical environment within which your business operates.  Because of the essential roles it plays, it is essential that you protect your facility against digital or physical threats with technology that can be integrated to defend against both. 

Why Building Security Is Essential

No matter the business you’re running, it’s vital that you secure the buildings in which you operate. You’ve got a lot to protect, from employees to products to technology, and it’s important to make sure your security is up-to-par and the most advanced it can be. 

Building security entails much more than just cameras; every element of safety and preparedness, every regulation and safeguard, all contribute to the safety of your business and its most valuable assets. When you are careful to protect your building and cover every base, you preserve your assets, employees, professional compliance, visitors, and your property against crime and loss. 

Building Security Cameras: Key Questions To Ask 

Your facility is unique, and so are its security needs. A key element to securing all buildings, however, should be a reliable camera system. When assessing the steps you should take to monitor and protect your building, be sure to ask yourself the following questions:

  • Where are our facility’s vulnerabilities? How could a camera system help us address those vulnerabilities, and what types of cameras would be best suited to our needs? How many cameras will we need to cover our facility?
  • Do our chosen cameras have high resolution and footage quality, and can they function well even in low light?
  • How much footage would we like to retain? Does our camera system of choice offer the retention time and capacity required to meet our needs? 
  • Can the camera system be easily installed, maintained, and integrated with other technology (e.g., access control and alarm systems)? 
  • Will we be able to easily access our security footage, and protect it from tampering and damage?

Successful security begins with good monitoring. Once you’ve assessed your building’s monitoring needs, check out LiveView Technologies’ impressive catalog of reliable cameras, customizable with any modern feature your facility may require and designed for every situation and threat your building may face.

Security Assessments: Identify Your Building’s Needs

In the process of checking for the camera specifications that will best meet your needs, don’t neglect to examine your facility for its other physical security needs. Carefully identify areas in which your facility may be vulnerable, and consult with professionals if needed. Once you’ve identified your building’s areas of concern, you will be better equipped to select additional security systems, such as access control and alarm systems, and integrate each of your processes together.

Access Control Systems 

In addition to a reliable camera system, a key aspect to physical security at your facility is access control. Access control systems help protect your building, as well as the assets and individuals within, from those who enter unauthorized. These systems regulate who can enter certain areas, which are usually divided by levels of sensitivity. These systems also keep a detailed log of who accessed which areas, as well as when they were accessed, in case an investigation needs to be conducted. These versatile systems can also be integrated with your alarm system, for an even more robust emergency response. 

Alarm Systems

A secure building needs a high-quality alarm system. In the case of an emergency, these systems provide prompt warning of threats and disasters and allow for much quicker action. Many come enabled to automatically call emergency services, sound loud alarms, and provide real-time alerts. A visible alarm system can also be an effective deterrent against crime. They can be integrated easily with many access control systems, for better response to emergency situations. 

Check and Maintain

A solid security regimen is only effective if it’s properly maintained. Frequently assess, repair, and update your security systems, so your business is prepared against the newest threats. You may need to enlist the help of professionals, such as security consultants or your systems’ manufacturers. When equipment becomes worn down or outdated, it must be replaced. Choose durable equipment in the first place, so you can minimize your own future need to replace your systems. 

The Power of LVT Security Solutions

There are a lot of security system providers in the industry, each professing to have mastered the art of capturing and preventing crime against you or your business. LiveView Technologies (LVT) is a proven solution in the security industry and helps businesses across the country secure their assets and protect their employees

LVT’s advanced surveillance camera systems allow real-time monitoring and recording for accurate and timely threat response. Security teams monitor the cameras’ high-resolution footage all at once, allowing for greater awareness and peace of mind. 

If efficiency is your goal, LVT Units come equipped with state-of the-art analytics features, including smart motion that detects and differentiates movements, as well as facial recognition. Save time and money on analytics with smart cameras that do the work for you. 

When securing a building, you’ll need to cover several bases. While high-quality security cameras are a must, they are most effective when combined with other security measures. Mobile surveillance units from LiveView Technologies can be easily integrated with other tech, including alarm systems and access control systems for a more comprehensive solution. 

Safeguard Your Facility with LVT

LiveView Technologies (LVT) boasts many satisfied customers that span industries and geographical locations. Whether you own a sleek office building or a critical infrastructure site, your facility is an incredible asset in itself that needs careful, comprehensive protection. 

With innovative technology and highly rated service, LVT offers everything you’ll need to protect your property, and do so efficiently and easily. Learn more about how LiveView Technologies can revolutionize the security of your facility and beyond, and make the right choice for your business today.

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