Why the 9 Safest Neighborhoods in West Palm Beach Still Need Surveillance Systems

Residents of West Palm Beach have a much higher crime rate than the rest of Florida. If you are a resident of West Palm Beach you have a 1 in 125 chance of becoming a victim of a personal crime that includes murder, rape, robbery and assault. In fact, 95% of the cities of comparable size in the United States are safer than West Palm Beach. In the last year, 19 murders occurred in West Palm Beach. 49 rapes occurred in the last year in the city. 265 robberies occurred in West Palm Beach and 463 assaults occurred in West Palm Beach. While the government works to stop these problems, residents must take steps to protect themselves. One of those steps is the installation of security cameras.

Unfortunately, the crime in West Palm Beach does not stop with personal crimes. It continues with property crimes. It is these crimes that security cameras can do the most to stop. Your chance of being a victim of a property crime in West Palm Beach is 1 in 19. That compares to 1 in 28 for the rest of Florida. Last year there was an amazing 1,255 burglaries in West Palm Beach. Residents experienced 3,473 incidents of theft. They also had 393 vehicles stolen. Residents must take steps to protect their property.

The safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is Lake Clarke Shores. This neighborhood, just west of Interstate 95, with Florida Mango Road forming the west boundary and Summit Boulevard forming the north boundary still saw 19 houses burglarized during 2011. What if one of those houses was yours? Imagine the horror of coming home to your house to discover that someone had gone through all your personal property, taking your personal property and perhaps, more importantly, your personal information. Imagine that no one saw the crime and you had no security system. It could take the police months to solve the crime and by then all your personal property would be gone forever. Or imagine that you came home to discover that your home was burglarized, but you had all the evidence the police needed recorded on your security system. This evidence could allow the police to solve the crime before the robbers could dispose of your goods and use your personal information. Is it not time to talk to a professional about installing a home security system today?

The second safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is the area around 130th Avenue and 60th street. The median home value here is $268,792. Yet, many of those homes have no security system. Residents often leave their homes unprotected to play in Pineapple Park or at the Ibis Golf and Country Club. Imagine if some burglar was watching, carefully waiting for just the right opportunity to break into your house, while you were playing with your children or enjoying a game of golf. If this were to occur would you ever feel safe again? Burglars often do not leave any evidence behind. What price can be put on safety? Protect your property and your peace of mind today by having a home security system professionally installed.

The third safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is the Haverhill and Cloud Lake area surrounding the Palm Beach International Airport. Residents of this neighborhood enjoy one of the shortest commutes to work when compared to any neighborhood in America. Most residents only spend about 20 minutes commuting to work. This is more than enough time for a burglar to break into your house. The most common way that burglars enter a house is through the front door. Make sure that you record the thieves in the act by having a security camera installed to capture the photo of all who enter your front home. Make sure to choose the correct security system for your personal system by consulting a professional.

The fourth safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is the Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood. This is one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in America. In fact, it is in the top 5% of wealth. Buglers know this fact. After all, why break into a home where there is little reward. Many top business executives live in the Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood. These executives must rely on help to keep their homes operating properly. Yet, it is often difficult to know what is going on in your home when you are not there. That problem is easily solved with the use of a home security system. Choose a professional security company that will help you explore all your options. Make sure that the company that you choose is able to work with your schedule.

The fifth safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is the Lake Park neighborhood. Residents here have a harder time making ends meet than in our other four neighborhoods. When people get desperate they often do things that they would not do otherwise. That is often the case in Lake Park. While the residents of Lake Park will help each other, make sure that you are doing it willingly by protecting your property with a security system that is professionally installed. Consider installing a security system that will protect the outside of your home as well as protect the inside. The security system should turn itself on when it detects motion. It should send an alert to you when it is turned on. The faster that you know
that there is trouble, the faster you can alert the authorities.

The sixth safest neighborhood in West Palm Beach is the Lake Park neighborhood. Lake Park is truly a unique neighborhood with more residents speaking French than any other neighborhood in America. Walk the streets of this neighborhood and you will also hear Portuguese and Spanish spoken, along with English. Many of the residents of this neighborhood are young and single. They are still waiting to capitalize on the great American Dream. If that describes you, do not let that dream be taken away. Different security systems are designed to require different amounts of technology savvy. If you are a technology whiz, then consider having a point, tilt and zoom camera installed. This camera will allow you to determine what direction the camera is pointed and will allow you to move the camera up and down to see a better picture. The camera can also be zoomed in to see the action better. All this is possible from a remote computer.

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The neighborhood surrounding Federal Highway and Rio Vista is the safest neighborhood in Ft. Lauderdale. Many things make this neighborhood stand out. First, it has more people of Brazilian ancestry than almost any other neighborhood in America. Secondly, as a neighborhood, its residents have more money than 85 percent of other neighborhoods in America. While few in number, a larger percentage of residents in the Federal Highway and Rio Vista neighborhood speak Portuguese than almost any other neighborhood in America. Amazingly, no children of this neighborhood meet the federal guidelines for living below the poverty line. This community clearly has two sides. One is made up of young college
students. The other community is made up of executives. Residents that are this educated should realize that they need a home security system to protect their property. Yet, many residents do not have such a system. Make sure that your home is not left vulnerable to property crimes.

The second safest neighborhood in Ft. Lauderdale is the Harbor Beach neighborhood. This neighborhood is also sometimes referred to as the Harbor Heights neighborhood. Rents in this neighborhood are in the top 10 percent for any property in the United States. Almost half of the apartments in this neighborhood remain unrented. For absentee landlords with empty apartments, it is important to have a security system in place. A great solution for these apartment owners is a motion detected system that can be monitored from any location. This area is well known for its residents who live over their businesses. This can pose unique home security system needs. It is important to work with a professional when having your system installed so that you meet these unique needs. This neighborhood is in the top 5 percent of neighborhoods in America for retirees. Retirees have worked hard all their lives to earn their living. Do not let a thieve take that away from you. Instead, work with a professional to install a home security system. This neighborhood is known for being able to walk to everything you need. Do not let thieves steal your sense of safety from you, while you are only a few minutes away from home.

The third safest neighborhood in Ft. Lauderdale is the Lauderdale-By-The-Sea and the Sea Ranch neighborhoods. Median real estate values here are $388,085. Yet, many of these expensive homes remain unprotected or under protected. It is important to periodically reassess the homeowners security needs. Security needs change over time and so does the technology allowing for better solutions. If you have not looked at your system for a while, then it is time for the system to be reevaluated. The vacancy rate in this neighborhood is 42 percent. Often owners of these vacant properties do not take care of these properties. When this occurs, it is possible for undesirables to hide in these buildings. Make sure that your home is highly protected from these undesirables. More people in this neighborhood work at home than in almost any neighborhood in America. This poses special security needs. Many security companies do not recognize these special needs. Make sure you work with a company who understands these needs. 11 percent of children in this neighborhood live below the federal poverty line. Studies have shown that children who live under the poverty line are known to cause trouble more often than others. Therefore, it is especially vital that you protect your home with great security equipment. Make sure to protect both the inside and outside of your home. Those working away from home have a longer than average commute time. The more time you spend away from home, the more chance your property has to be vandalized. While a security system may not stop all the problems, it is an important step in making sure that you have the evidence you need to convict those who harm you.

The fourth safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale is the southwest ranches neighborhood, including Rolling Oaks, Country Estates, Southwest Ranches and Sunshine Ranches. The median home value here is $415,713. It is in the top five percent of home values in the United States. Over 10 percent of this neighborhood has Cuban ancestors. Your ancestors worked hard to give you the freedom found in America. Make sure you stop thieves from taking that freedom away. This is the most family-friendly community in all of Florida. Make sure that you leave your family well protected with a home security system. 96.7% of all people living in this neighborhood are married. Make sure to protect your loved ones with the
best security systems including closed caption television systems, infrared systems and other modern systems for the ultimate protection. Only 3.4 percent of neighborhoods in America are wealthier than the residents of this neighborhood. Do not let a thief steal that wealth from you. Homes in this neighborhood are often large with multiple outbuildings. Make sure that your system protects all the outbuildings on your property.

The fifth safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale is the Weston neighborhood, bordering on the Everglades. This area includes the homes surrounding the Bonaventure Country Club and the Weston Hills Golf Club. The average home value here is $372,601. This neighborhood has been rated the top neighborhood in Florida for executives. Make sure that you protect your property while you are spending all those long hours at work. These executives are usually married. Make it a top priority on your busy schedule to protect your loved ones. It is an important gift that you can provide for your family. The primary language spoken in homes in Weston is English, although almost 30 percent of the Weston neighborhood home owners speak Spanish at home. Language can be a barrier in many circumstances so make sure to work with a security company who can provide instructions and a project coordinator who speaks your language. However, the images caught on a home surveillance system do not require language. Know what is happening at home when you are away at the office or on a trip.

The sixth safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale is the area around Flamingo Road and Orange Drive. It is comprised of the homes surrounding Vista View Park and Flamingo Road County Park. This neighborhood has more mobile homes than 96% of the neighborhoods in America. These mobile homes are often placed in mobile home parks where neighbors live close together. These neighbors often come and go on a regular basis. In these circumstances, you must rely on yourself as you may not know your neighbor. Protect what is yours with a home surveillance system! Despite living in mobile homes, the neighborhood is among the top 85% of neighborhoods in America for wealth. This makes it even more important to protect what is yours. The wealthier you are, the more you have to lose.

The seventh safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale is the area around Sunrise Boulevard and Flamingo Drive. Experts have rated this among the top 8 percent of neighborhoods in Florida for families. One of the reasons it is considered family friendly is that the area includes Markham Park. It is among the 15 percent of the wealthiest neighborhoods in America. Imagine the horror of children returning home from school to discover an intruder in their home. Instead, it is your responsibility to protect your children with a home surveillance system. Make sure that the system will alert you whenever a problem is detected. Then, you can protect your children. Many residents choose to live in this neighborhood because
of the great reputation of Sawtooth Elementary School. If that is you, then further protect your family with a home surveillance system.

The eighth safest neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale is the imperial point neighborhood, lying just to the west of Imperial Point Medical Center and including Boulevard Park Isles and Coral Ridge Isles. The residents of this neighborhood are generally in the upper half of Americans when it comes to income. Residents of the neighborhood speak a variety of languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. Almost 16% of the residents of this neighborhood were born in another country. It is important to secure your home. You and your ancestors have worked very hard for what you have! Do not let anyone take it away from you!

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First up we have 1530 South Ocean Boulevard. This British Colonial-style home has an extremely high elevation giving the owner an outstanding view of the Intracoastal Waterway and the ocean beyond. The unusual elevation also allows the home to catch the ocean breezes allowing for natural cooling. The home’s neutral palette is simply waiting for the new owner to add the finishing touches. The first floor is decorated with crema marfil marble. The new owners will simply love the extra wide staircase with wrought iron and brass handrails that leads to the homes four bedrooms, each with a private balcony. The home was built in 1996 and most of the main rooms have 21 foot ceilings, while the bedrooms have 11 foot ceilings. Each bedroom also has expansive walk-in closets. This new home has a beautiful circular flow to the main floor making it perfect for entertaining guests. The new owners will certainly enjoy the large eat-in kitchen and the ultramodern exercise room. The home has 7,179 square feet of living space that is so well designed that the owner will enjoy each inch of it.

Almost next door to the property at 1530 South Ocean Boulevard, is another beautiful home for sale. This beautiful mansion is a French inspired chateau with beautiful European marble, oak flooring and antique stone decorations. The 4,000 square foot master suite is one of the highlights of this 27,355 square foot home. The home also features a The new owners will love the symmetry of this home that has one of the most stately fountain gardens to be found in Palm Beach. Parking on this estate is very easy with the home featuring more than 50 parking spaces. The home boasts 250 feet of exclusive waterfront access. The foyer to this exclusive home which has never been lived in is a art lover’s paradise. The home also features a 3,000 bottle bar. In the same neighborhood is the property at 1220 South Ocean Boulevard. This home has 2.5 acres that goes with the 20,129 square foot home. The home features nine bedrooms and 17 bathrooms. Outside the new owners will enjoy the sculpture garden, a
private dock and a fountain-bedecked pool.

Just down the street at 820 South Ocean Boulevard is another property of 1.92 acres for sale. The property includes both ocean front access and Intracoastal Waterway access. The new owner will enjoy stunning views of the water from the 17,454 square foot home. The house contains eight beautiful bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. This home is perfect for the athletic homeowner as the house offers a private dock along with a tennis court, pool, spa and loggia. The new owners also get a full access pass to the nearby Ritz Carlton Hotel’s private club. The property last sold in August 2008 for just over $22 million dollars. Currently, a guest house is being constructed. The three-story home was last remodeled in 2007. The new homeowners will enjoy the waterfall at this beautiful home. They will also enjoy the marble sundecks and walkways. Entertaining at this home is a breeze, thanks to the outdoor summer kitchen.

To the north lies the beautiful property at 911 North Ocean Boulevard. This property is listed for just over $49,000,000. This is one of the few remaining examples of the Great Houses of Palm Beach. This home, affectionately known as Louwana, was built in 1919. History lovers will adore this property with its 12 bedrooms and 13 and a half baths. The master bedroom of Louwana measures 30 feet by 24 feet. The owners can simply walk out of the master bedroom to be on their own secluded beach.

Not all mansions in lie on or near Billionaire’s Row. Take for example, the wonderful property located at 473 North County Road. This beautiful 10,546 square foot mansion was built in 1923 and has been very well taken care of. The home features tennis courts, a cabana, a pool-house, a swimming pool and spa. Imagine the fun that you can have entertaining overnight company in the 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms of this beautiful mansion. It can all be yours for $28,000,000.

Columbia University would love for you to buy the property which it owns at 89 Middle Road for $59,000,000. The four acre estate features two main houses and three guest houses. The Spanish style estate has ten bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. The first buildings on this property were constructed in 1923. Enjoy taking the private staircase to the exclusive beach located just steps from this home.

When buying one of these mansions, you will need to be sure that you have a great home security system in place. While no mansion owner is going to give you all the secrets to mansion security, there are some elements that they all have in common.

Security to these mansions is a well thought out process that begins at the front gate. The gate is secured to a touch pad that the person has to have the code for the gate to open. In some mansions, the gate is only opened when the identity of the person is confirmed by a security guard at a remote location. These security guards often use a ptz camera to identify the person. The security guard can pan the camera, tilt the camera and zoom the camera to assure the person’s identity before they open the gate. This camera will often be an infrared camera requiring no light to operate. This camera will usually record the information on the camera as well as sending the information to the remote location. The camera will have enough megapixels so that the operator can even read the license plate of the car. These cameras will have a battery backup so the camera will continue to operate if the electricity fails.

Each area of the mansion in Palm Beach will be equipped with security cameras. Special attention will be given to areas where the mansion’s property meets the ocean front. Each of these areas will also be equipped with a ptz camera.

The parking area of the mansion is another area of great concern for the security team. The area will be covered with numerous security cameras that will often duplicate the same coverage area should one camera fail. Many mansions have nearly 50 security cameras on the outside of the property so that each area of the property can be clearly viewed. Of course, these security cameras will be discreetly hidden so that they will not be noticed by intruders.

The front door of the home will also be highly protected. From a remote location, anything left at the door can be clearly viewed on a security system. Any person wanting to enter the mansion will have to identify themselves before being allowed to enter.

The windows of the home will also be protected. Each window, particularly on the ground floor, will have an alarm that will sound should the glass be broken. If the home has balconies these areas will also be highly protected. Of course, the security system is only as good as the people monitoring the system. Rest assured if you buy a mansion in Palm Beach many companies are available with outstanding records to provide this monitoring 24 hours a day, seven days a week for you and your family.

Each area inside the home will be further protected by security cameras. You can expect to find some type of security camera within each room of the mansion in Palm Beach. Many mansions within Palm Beach will have 35 or more security cameras inside the home.

Hidden throughout the home will also be private spy cameras. These cameras will often be hidden in pens, clocks and in other common items. These very small cameras will be distributed around the home to assure that each occupant of the home remains well protected.

Anytime a party happens in one of these mansions, expect at least some of the party attendees to be security. These men and women will look like normal party attendees. Most of them, however, will be armed. If trouble arises, expect them to take care of the problem very quickly.

Children who live in the mansions of Palm Beach pose particular security risks. Expect that these children may very well be home-schooled. Their teachers and all other employees of the mansion will have to submit to extensive background checks. They will also have their fingerprints on file.

Mansion security must be very tight to protect the property and occupants. If you own or buy one of these mansions make sure to work with only the very best companies. The security that protects these mansions is also available to protect your own home, in the event you cannot afford one of these mansions for sale in Palm Beach. Home security is very important regardless of where you live.

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The largest employer in Boca Raton is the Palm Beach school board. The school board employees almost 22,000 professionally licensed teachers, principals and school administrators. The city is served by 18 public high schools. The highest rated schools in the city are the Boca Raton Community High School, the Spanish River Community High School, A.D. Henderson University School and West Boca Raton High School. These schools can benefit greatly from business security systems which can be used to monitor students and teachers in the classroom. Just like any business, the school can monitor a classroom without actually being in the classroom. The school district can utilize dome style cameras that will hardly be noticed by students and teachers for this purpose. Another outstanding use for business security systems is the monitoring of facilities that are only used at certain times. For instance, the school district athletic facilities may be monitored from a remote location. If these cameras are placed outside, then the camera needs to be weatherproof, especially against the salt water that seems to penetrate everything in Boca Raton. If your business is like the school district, then talk to a professional installer about how to monitor systems from remote locations. Also discuss with a professional about what cameras will work best in the unique climate of Boca Raton.

The second largest employer in Boca Raton is the Palm Beach County Government. The county employees close to 11,500 people. These employees can have a safer work environment when business security systems are in place. The business security system will protect the government’s property and employees. The system will easily pay for itself many times over. The presence of a business security system is an outstanding way to deter theft and internal fraud. The presence of a business security system also discourages workplace violence and false accident claims by both employees and visitors to properties owned by the country. Of course, just like the school, the Palm Beach County Government can use business security systems to monitor remote locations where employees are not always present. Some government offices offer only access to certain individuals. A point, tilt and zoom camera is a great way to see who is trying to gain access to an area. A business security system is taxpayer’s money that is well spent when a professional designs the system.

The third largest employer in Boca Raton is Tenet Healthcare Corporation. Tenet Healthcare Corporation employees close to 5,250 people. They are the company behind outstanding medical facilities in Boca Raton such as West Boca Medical Center, Good Samaritan and Pinecrest Rehabilitation Center. Each of these facilities relies on great business security systems to provide a safe environment for their staff, patients and visitors. They use security cameras to help prevent crimes and break-ins. The cameras allow staff to watch for mentally ill patients. The cameras can also be used to identify staff that need in restricted areas. Numerous studies have proved that when a security system is in place, workers are more productive. Studies have also proved that the presence of business security systems also prevents the filing of dishonest insurance claims saving the business thousands of dollars each year. Security systems also allow employee disputes to be resolved faster. This assures that great employees are happier at work. The presence of a security camera provides visual evidence for investigations.

The fourth largest employee in Boca Raton is Hospital Corporation of America. This corporation has approximately 4,150 employees in the Boca Raton area. This corporation mainly provides services to patients in their homes. A great way to protect clients and workers is to install spy cameras in the client’s homes. These small cameras can be hidden in the home to show the corporation what the employee is doing in the home. Another great security system for these types of companies is key chain spy cameras that can be easily carried by the employee. To make the most of security systems in unique situations, it is important to consult with a professional. Employers will want to consider the digital storage capacity
of any security system they are choosing to buy. Employers will also want to consider how these systems will be monitored.

The fifth largest employee in Boca Raton is Florida Atlantic University. This employer has a staff of 4,000. We have all been shocked at the recent spree of shootings on college campuses throughout the world. Many colleges have now instituted new looks at their campus security. Grant money is available to upgrade these systems under the Emergency Management for Higher Education grant program. According to the United States Department of Education campus security should be comprehensive, progressive, integrated, collaborative, coordinated and flexible. It is these same principles that should guide all business security systems.

First, the business security system should be comprehensive. 80 percent of all security problems come from inside an organization. Therefore, it is best to work with a professional security system. The professional will help you put together a program that will protect everything. It is important that the system focus on the mechanical elements of your business. The professional will help you determine the needs for access control, closed caption televisions, door locks and monitoring systems including alarms. The professional will also help you look at your operational organization. They will help you determine job policies for those working with your security system. The professional will also help you choose the best system for your business.

Secondly, the business security system must be progressive. The professional will help the business owner plan for tomorrow. They will help you build a business security system that is disaster resistant. They will also help you plan a system that is disaster resilient.

Thirdly, the business security system must be driven by known risks and be constantly on the outlook for new risks. This process must follow a three step plan. First, hazards must be identified. Secondly, risks must be analyzed to determine which ones are most important to focus on. Money is tight for any business. The plan must identify which hazards are most likely to occur and how to solve those problems in a cost-effective method. Third, after implication the results of the program must be analyzed and the program tweaked.

Fourth, the program must be integrated. All components of a great business security system must work together. The business owner must be able to state clearly why each part of the system is there. When the business owner is able to do this, the cost of each component is clearly understood. Each part of the system must serve a purpose or several purposes that are clearly identified.

The system is only as great as the people operating the system. Employees must understand all components of a business security system. When the employees understand the system they will not feel threatened by the system. Instead, they will welcome the system based on the benefits that it will provide them. The main key is to be open with all communication. If an employee asks a question, then be prepared to give them an answer that will answer their question in language that the employee can understand.

The system must be coordinated. The purpose of any business security system is to lower the cost for the business, thus making the business more money. The cities authorities must understand how your system operates. The professional business security system coordinator should be proficient at working with the current officials and laws to assure the best solutions in security for your business.

The business security system must be flexible. Any business owner can tell you that they are constantly facing new challenges. The security system must be flexible to overcome these new challenges. It must easily grow as the business grows.

The last thing that a business security system must be is a professional system. Unfortunately, too many business owners try to put together their own systems. These systems are usually not successful. Professionals in the field understand the science of building a great system. This science is constantly changing. It is a full time job to keep up with the changes in equipment and changes in the law. It is time that most business owners do not have. Leave it to a professional and focus on what you do best.

Business security systems are integral for the success of any business, large or small. Allow professionals to design your system with your needs today and tomorrow in mind. This will assure that your property; your employees and your customers or clients stay well protected. Make your plans today and contact us.

The largest outlet mall in America is located in Sunshine, Florida. The mall contains 350 retail merchants, all which rely on security cameras to keep their employees honest and safe, keep their customers safe and to protect their merchandise and property.

Sawgrass Mills is owned by Sun Simon Property Group, Incorporated. Sun Simon is the largest real estate company in the world. The company owns properties throughout North America, Asia, Europe, Puerto Rico, Asia, and France. The company is very security focused and that focus begins with great retail store security cameras.

Other retail stores in Sunshine, Florida follow the lead of the Sawgrass Mills. Security for Sawgrass Mills begins with risk assessment. Working with the local authorities, Sawgrass Mills regularly conducts risk assessments focusing particularly on the parking lot. They use retail security cameras to make sure that all the lights in the parking lot are functioning properly. Trouble around malls tends to occur in areas where lighting is poor. Therefore, Sawgrass Mills spends a great deal of attention to assuring that the lights are always functioning properly.

The second area of focus for Sawgrass Mills is maintenance issues. A well maintained property draws a higher class of shopper. Poor maintenance, such as trash cans overflowing, can lead to customer accidents. These accidents cost retailers, like Sawgrass Mills, thousands of dollars each year. By using the security cameras these areas can quickly be found and corrected. Maintenance issues can occur quickly in retail establishments. With the use of security cameras they can be spotted just as quickly and steps taken to correct them. Following risk assessment, the next step in security for retailers like Sawgrass Mills is security patrols. The patrolmen and women receive their directions from superiors who are looking at retail security cameras.

The first purpose of these security people is to control hazards that might be the cause of accidents for shoppers, vendors and employees. In many retail establishments, one person must guard the hazard while others work to clear it away. This assures the most safety for everyone.

The second purpose of security is to enforce codes of conduct. Again, retail security cameras are used to spot trouble as early as possible. It is impossible to have security everywhere. When problems are spotted, then security can quickly arrive at the scene. Problems that are taken care of when they are small provide the best retail experience.

The third purpose of security is to offer customer service assistance. When a customer is experiencing problems with their car or having a hard time getting to their car, then security can offer a hand. This builds good will within the community. It encourages customers to want to return. It also helps stop loitering in the parking lot. Often thieves will pose as customers in trouble, so assuring that these people have no need to hang out in the retail establishment’s parking lot makes good sense. Retail security cameras can be used to alert security to where they are needed.

The fourth purpose of security is to assist customers and staff who may be having an emergency. This assures these emergencies are taken care of quickly before they can draw a crowd. Retail security cameras can spot the trouble; superiors viewing the cameras then can send the patrol to where they are needed. While no one at Sawgrass Mills will say exactly where the cameras are placed or what type of cameras are being used, experts can make some educated guesses.

Sawgrass Mills probably uses many box cameras in their parking lot. These cameras can be pointed in many directions, but once the direction is set it must be manually reset if not correct. These cameras can use a multitude of lenses depending on what Sawgrass Mills hopes to accomplish with the cameras. They can easily be made weatherproof. The disadvantage of these cameras is that once detected it is relatively easy to tell which direction the camera is filming.

We can also assume that Sawgrass Mills is using some point, tilt and zoom cameras. These cameras make it easy for the camera to be pointed in a certain direction to catch the action. This camera movement can be controlled from a remote location. The camera can also be tilted to be better capture the action. The camera can also be zoomed to get a better look at the action. We can assume that these cameras are often used to tell the security personnel where they are needed.

We can also assume that Sawgrass Mills is using infrared cameras in some parking lot locations. These cameras are great in low light conditions. If the power goes out at Sawgrass Mills, these cameras will still operate. We can also assume that many of the cameras at Sawgrass Mills are equipped with high resolution. This allows the security personnel to still see a clear image even when only a certain area of the image is enlarged.

Likewise, we can assume that many of the cameras are equipped with storage in the camera. Like the memory card in our digital cameras, this allows the camera to store the image for later viewing if there is a problem with transmitting the photo to the security office.

The second area of great concern for Sawgrass Mills is the delivery area. Security in this area is very tight. It is greatly enhanced by retail security cameras.

Sawgrass Mills is probably recording a photo of each package that enters and leaves the delivery area. These images are probably done with a point, tilt and zoom camera to allow the best image to be captured. Furthermore, only certain individuals are allowed in the delivery area. The hours for deliveries will be extremely limited. Many malls only allow deliveries from 7 AM to 3 PM with a lunch time break. Each box will be counted as it enters the store. It will then be checked against a master list. In the past many retail establishments paid little attention to the delivery areas. However, malls now recognize that this was an easy path for a terrorist to get a package inside the store. Almost all retail establishments are now accounting for this area better. Most use retail security cameras to enhance this process.

Inside the mall, as shoppers move from one store to the next within Sunshine, Florida, they will be filmed many times. Many types of retail security cameras may be used to watch their movement watching for suspicious behavior, customer emergencies and other signs of trouble. Common retail security cameras used in Sunshine, Florida, include the box camera. These cameras are great for inside use because they are inexpensive to install with few maintenance problems. The lenses on these cameras are easy to change depending on the needs of the company. Box cameras are easy to spot, but the mere presence of the cameras is enough to deter many thieves.

Another type of camera in use in Sawgrass Mills is a dome camera. These small cameras are easy to install and once installed look like a half circle in the ceiling. These cameras are hard to detect by shoppers. The disadvantage of dome cameras is that they cannot be controlled to look at certain situations closely. Often these cameras are equipped with fisheye lenses. These lenses record a 360 degree view of what is directly below the camera. For the uneducated, it can be hard to interpret the image captured with a fisheye lens. Sawgrass Mills may also be using hidden spy retail security cameras. These cameras are usually small in size and can be hidden in many objects around the mall. To the shopper, they can look simply like a plant, a clock or any other object they expect to see in that environment. These hidden spy retail security cameras are especially useful if trouble spots are known to exist around the mall.

Once a shopper enters a store, they can be assured they will be further filmed. Again, retail box security cameras may be in place. Retail dome security cameras may also be in place. These retail security cameras will be designed to watch the shopper while they are in the store. They are also designed to watch the employees of the store. Many corporations will have their own security cameras installed along with the security cameras of Sawgrass Mills.

Sawgrass Mills does a superb job of protecting shoppers on their property. They make great use of retail security cameras in their Sunshine, Florida, location. If you own or manage a retail location, then you should be taking lessons from them. Use retail security cameras to protect your shoppers. Consider using them in your parking lot, your delivery areas, your common passage areas and within your stores. Then if trouble exists you will have the recorded evidence to proof what happened. They are the most important tool in the toolbox of security. They can be used to locate hazards, locate customer emergencies and locate trouble while it is still little.

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In the part of our lives where safety and security is at the forefront of our minds, security cameras can help be the leading force behind what is going to keep our families and our businesses safe. It doesn’t matter where you go because security cameras will be right there to do the job for you every step of the way. There have been numerous advancements in the surveillance system and security camera technology. Over the years it continues to grow and flourish into what it has become today. Now we have the power to monitor multiple areas around our property all from one convenient location. Watching multiple areas of video footage and being able to recognize and trace the movements and activities of others who are in the area has never been as easy as it is with a security camera.

Intelligent video analysis works to help detect the presence of any missing objects in the surveillance area. It will also let you know where they have been relocated to, or the direction they were headed in. This technology has the ability to help detect any movements that are out of the ordinary. Anything that can be classified as not good or suspicious will be detected thanks to this new technology. The particular technology in question has been useful for government agencies, transportation systems and various other organizations requiring internal and external surveillance footage. Residential homes and small businesses alike can benefit from everything this technology has to offer. Think about how many times the supermarket stores are being ripped off a little at a time. This is the perfect opportunity for them to be able to take control of the situation and turn it into a more profitable one for their bottom line.

Eliminate Hassles with Clever Recognition

The intelligent video system is a much more advanced than the other technology on the market today. It has motion sensors and numerous security technology measures that can do far more than what we could ever imagine. When it comes to how effective the technology is at being able to detect movement, this new and improved technology is a lot more responsive than the traditional closed circuit television systems out there. Any movement going on around the area will be easily noticed and documented, which ends up providing you with an increase in security and a lower chance of any theft. You will not have to worry about a bunch of fake alerts going off when there is nothing in the area to be concerned about. Can you imagine how frustrating it would be to have numerous alerts go off every time someone moved something around in the supermarket?

Another great benefit of these systems is that they are able to detect movement under even the harshest of lighting conditions. It doesn’t matter if the weather is nasty or a bad case of fog has rolled in because these cameras can handle it all and still come out with the most amazing picture around. In addition to their fantastic technology, they can also be positioned just about anywhere you can think of. With over 24 thousand different cells for detection inside the camera you are sure to get the footage that you need. This amazing technology is what makes it simple for the camera to avoid picking up movements that are unnecessary, such as trees moving or shadows from the clouds. Diversifying the alert parameters helps to give the cells the ability to prevent sending an alert for something that is unnecessary or inaccurate.

Stop an Intrusion Once and For All

One of the most common uses of the intelligent video system is being able to detect any intrusions in real time, regardless of where the activity is taking place. Being able to perceive the different directions in the area, helps the video system to be able to determine whether or not there is an intrusion going on at a specified checkpoint. In a supermarket store for example, this could be at the checkout lanes. There are a lot of times where people are able to take advantage of supermarkets and take a little bit at a time, but for the owners the cost adds up rather quickly for what they are losing.

In addition to all the aforementioned features, there are plenty of other benefits as well. They can assist security officials with being able to track down and isolate the incident in question. The technology will detect the perpetrator and follow them from one camera to the next to make sure you have a full account of what went down. Some of the cameras have pan tilt zoom features to make it that much easier to hone in on the suspect without any human intervention. This also helps to provide you with the video footage you need in a matter of moments without having to know exactly when the intrusion began.

Enormous Amounts of Relevant Information at Your Fingertips

If you take the time to think about everything the new technology has to offer and how they operate, you will quickly see that these systems were put into place to help answer a lot of questions right from the beginning. The cameras are meant to be similar to having a security guard standing by ready to leap into action. That is how amazing they are when it comes to providing you with the level of protection that you need. These cameras are smart enough to know when there is something out of the ordinary that needs to be addressed immediately. If the system detects a potential problem or threat, it can alert the proper personnel to come in and handle the situation for you. How much better could it possibly be for someone who owns a booming supermarket business than to have a system that can handle everything for you?

Unlike a traditional security officer, the cameras are able to observe enormous amounts of data in seconds. They can receive and investigate multiple security cameras all at the same time, which saves a lot of time and energy when compared to a security guard trying to keep up with the same job. Although human security personnel are not something that should be ignored, you may want to have a security system in place as well. It is better to have extra protection than it is to not have enough.

Comparing Between Automatic and Manual Reactions

Due to the difference in protocols, there may be different responses to various situations. The intelligent system reacts to the situation at hand with the necessary behavior to handle what is going on around it. As an example, let’s say that a person was attempting to take something from the store without paying for it. The system would be able to send an alert over the supermarket loudspeaker warning them to step away from the area and put the item back. How awesome is that for the business owner? More than just that, it will also send an alert to the local law enforcement agencies if they are too close to the exit. Sometimes the system will shut down the security gate and other exits to the building to prevent the intruder from leaving. This will prevent you from having to worry about the perpetrator getting away from the area with any of your merchandise before paying for it.

Beyond just being able to function as a security camera, there are other things that the intelligent systems are able to do as well. They can help improve and eliminate the potential for any bottleneck incidents. If you have a truck sitting on the dock for an extended period of time, the system can send an alert to the administrator to let you know of the situation immediately. On the other hand, if you were a patrol office working the toll roads, you would be able to see any potential traffic issues and respond to them in a timely manner. This would save you a lot of hassles down the line, not to mention the other drivers as well. Think about all of the money that would be in your pocket with one of these cameras thanks to their amazing variety of features.

Having an intelligent system installed will help to improve safety and create a uniform code across the area. Security cameras in a business will help provide you with the frame of mind you are looking for in your bottom line. There will be a reduction in theft and worker’s compensation claims because you will be on top of the situation at all times.

There will never be a situation where a security camera will be able to replace a person, but the intelligent system will definitely help add an additional level of protection that you may never have had otherwise. The type of technology it can provide will amaze you with all of the different monitoring features it has to offer. You will not have to worry about having around the clock personnel on duty because this camera will be the eyes and ears that you are searching for in the event of a situation. People can end up wearing down and fatigue can set in, but with the intelligent system it is always awake. Protect your supermarket today with an intelligent system for all of your future needs.

Every customer has a different need. A customer in Pompano Beach may only need two cameras while another customer in Miami may need 14 cameras. A customer in Fort Lauderdale may want a baby monitoring system that only requires one camera but needs that camera to record in total darkness (a night vision infrared camera). Yet another customer in West Palm Beach may need only one camera but it must be an outdoor camera that is waterproof and can record audio. Each of these systems is truly the best surveillance system for that customer.

On the other hand, if you wanted to know what the best performance surveillance system that we offer for sale is, the best answer for that question is, “Our Complete 16 Channel Digital Video Recorder (DVR) Ultimate Security Camera Package with Bulk Cable and BNC’s.” This has got to be the best, or as one of our customers has called it, “the Cadillac,” of surveillance systems.

This package comes with 16 indoor/outdoor weatherproof high resolution infrared vandal dome security cameras, a 16 channel H.264 Ultimate Series DVR with DVD burner and 1 TB hard drive, a 16 channel power distribution box, 3 boxes of RG-59-18/2 Siamese Cable, 32 twist-on BNC connectors, 16 flying power leads, a 3 year warranty on the DVR, and a 1 year warranty on the cameras and accessories. In addition, this package system can record up to 704 x 480 pixels at 30 fps on all 16 channels simultaneously.

Cameras
The 520 TVL Indoor/outdoor vandal resistant dome camera is an all-around A-1 performer. It can be used indoors or outdoors and in almost any lighting situation. It combines a 1/3 inch color Sony Super HAD CCD with a 3.6 mm lens to give you 520 lines of resolution. In addition, it is also an infrared (IR) camera, able to produce high quality video in total darkness with an IR range of about 50 feet. If you need even more detail, upgrade to the 550 TVL varifocal dome for only $30.00. If pan-tilt-zoom options are needed, upgrade to the 550 TVL 3x PTZ for $110.00.This camera is great for use in Southern Florida parking lots, retail stores, and other large areas.

Power Distribution Box
The 16 channel power distribution box provides for 12 VDC for each of the 16 cameras allowing you to eliminate the bulky and somewhat unsightly AC power adaptors. Use the included 16 power leads to connect each camera with power.

DVR
The 16 channel H.264 Ultimate series DVR with DVD Burner and 1 TB of hard drive storage capacity is the true performance powerhouse behind this system. This a standalone unit designed specifically for the purpose of providing high quality video surveillance and audio recording on all channels. In addition, the DVR uses the H.264 CODEC. A CODEC is a COmpression/DECompression utility used to reduce the enormous size of digital video files to make them easier to handle, view, and store. H.264 is on of the newest and most efficient CODEC available today.

This is the highest quality performance standalone DVR that we know of. It can record video and audio at resolutions up to 704 x 480 for each camera. Make no mistake; it can record 704 x 480 resolution video at 30 fps and audio for each camera simultaneously! This is ideal for casino use and other applications that require high resolution simultaneous multiple camera capture.

In addition, the Ultimate Series DVR has a built in web server. That means that anywhere there is accessibility to the internet, you can perform almost every function of the DVR remotely just by using Internet Explorer. If that’s not enough, this DVR can be set up to send you updates via e-mail to your cell phone! Plus two-way audio over the network is standard so you not only hear but can be heard. And as far as networking goes, this DVR supports up to 10 simultaneous network users.

Finally storage is accomplished with a 1 TB hard drive. If 1 TB isn’t enough, you can upgrade to up to 6 TB. In addition, this unit comes with a DVD burner for making copies and archiving stored files.

That’s why we believe that this is our best standalone surveillance system available. Try to get your PC to do that!

Outdoor security cameras are for business as well as residential use. In fact the best way to providing 24/7 perimeter monitoring to any business or residence is by using a digital video surveillance system with outdoor cameras. Although outdoor security cameras may not be able to stop a crime, they certainly can alert you to one in progress, and more importantly record and document the individuals and/or property involved.

Perhaps the biggest benefit of using outdoor security cameras is the deterrent factor they create when being used. Crime and vandalism rates decrease in areas that are protected by outdoor security cameras. That’s why the New York City and London, England Police Departments make extensive use of outdoor digital video security camera systems. Yet, most of Southern Florida’s malls do not have outdoor security cameras monitoring their parking lots and surrounding areas. Whether it’s West Palm Beach or Miami or any area in between, an outdoor security camera system can give you the protection and peace-of-mind you deserve.

Outdoor security cameras are basically the same as indoor security cameras; however they are enclosed within a protective cover. The degree of protection afforded to the camera can range from dust, water, and other weather and environmental elements all the way to forces as strong as those created by explosions.

Most outdoor security cameras are rated according to this protection with an International Electrical code standard called an Ingress Protection code or IP rating. When shopping for outdoor security cameras look for ones that have an IP66 or IP67 rating. Both ratings indicate the cameras are dust tight but an IP66 can withstand powerful jets of water and an IP67 can be submerged in water with a depth of up to one meter without causing damage.

Outdoor security cameras create a video image using one of two different electronic components; a Charged Coupled Device or CCD or Complimentary Metal Oxide Semiconductor or CMOS. Light is focused by the lens onto the surface of these sensors which stimulates electrical impulses that can be used to create high quality color video. The size of the sensor varies but usually ranges from ¼ inch to 1 inch. In addition, there are several different manufacturers of these chips so it is not uncommon to see the information about the chip specified along with other information displayed about the camera.

Some outdoor security cameras can have high sensitive chips. These cameras can created high quality color video in very low light conditions. These cameras are called day/night vision cameras and can be particularly useful in lit parking lots or along lit beach areas.

Other outdoor security cameras with special sensitive chips are the night vision infrared (IR) cameras. The sensor chip is inherently sensitive to infrared radiation in the near-infrared spectrum; however human eyes cannot see this infrared “light.” These cameras use IR Light Emitting Diodes or LEDs to produce infrared light that shines on the target area. The LEDs are normally placed around or next to the camera lens so that they are aimed in the same direction.

Night vision IR cameras are excellent for those areas that are not naturally lit by visible light at night. In addition, IR cameras offer a degree of stealth surveillance since human eyes cannot detect the light that they use. Since night vision cameras do use infrared radiation the video image that is produced is not color; it is a high quality monochromatic or black and white image.

These cameras have a limited range for IR images. When purchasing night vision IR cameras be certain to check the range of the model you are considering so that it matches your needs.

Outdoor security cameras have several other optional features including:
• Wireless video transmission
• Audio Recording
• Pan, Tilt, and Zoom
• Internet Protocol or IP allowing them to be networked on the internet

Whether it’s a medical office in West Palm Beach, a retail business in Fort Lauderdale, or a home anywhere in Broward County, an outdoor security camera has the features you need at the price you can afford to provide you with total confidence security monitoring.

Although not all burglaries are committed in the dark, the majority of burglaries are committed at night time. If you’ve got something in the dark to protect in Southern Florida, don’t you think an infrared (IR) security camera is a wise investment?

Infrared security cameras may not be able to stop a crime in progress, but they can alert you to one in progress. Not only can they alert and document a crime in progress, but once word is out that your business or residence is protected by infrared security cameras, it’s less likely to be a target.

Besides crime prevention, infrared security cameras have other applications as well. An infrared security camera makes an excellent baby monitor because it emits infrared “light” that the human eye can’t see. Using an infrared security camera, you can monitor your baby all night long without disturbing him or her.

Digital video security cameras work by focusing light through a lens onto a special electronic light sensor. There are two types of sensors Charged Coupled Devices or CCDs and Complimentary Metal Oxide Semiconductors or CMOSs. An infrared security camera usually has a very sensitive CCD. In fact CCDs are inherently sensitive to infrared radiation in the near infrared range.

Infrared security cameras usually have an array of IR Light Emitting Diodes or LEDs that surround the lens or are in a cluster next to it. These LEDs emit IR “light” much like a spot light or flood light toward the target area. In this way , the IR camera actually provides its own light. This makes an IR security camera an excellent tool for detecting night time dark-area crimes like burglaries.

Infrared security cameras function as a normal digital video camera in conditions where there is visible light. In fact the camera normally has a separate sensor that tells it when to use the IR mode. IR cameras produce high quality color video images in normal mode and high quality black and white or monochromatic images in IR mode. Since IR radiation is not visible, there is no color associated with IR illumination, but the clarity and quality is still present.

Since IR security cameras due supply their own illumination, the target area is limited. Generally, the more LEDs in the array surrounding the lens or in the cluster, the farther the camera can reach to produce a clear, crisp image. This is analogous to flash photography, where the intensity of the flash has a limited range to produce a bright image. Before purchasing an infrared security camera, be certain of the range you will need for producing your video. All IR cameras normally have their respective range limits published as part of their specifications. If you are in doubt, ask one of our digital security experts.

Infrared security cameras are versatile in application; that is, there are many additional features and options that make installing and using them easy. For example, standard cameras have a coaxial cable that is run from each camera to the processing unit. However, there are also IR cameras that use wireless transmission. These cameras use the 2.4 or 5.8 GHz radio band to transmit their video, eliminating transmission cables.

There are also cameras that have pan, tilt, and/or zoom (PTZ) controls. These controls allow the camera to move horizontally or vertically to increase their field of view. Zooming takes advantage of telephoto lens technology to enlarge objects. These controls may be operated manually or remotely. PTZ cameras with motion detection can be programmed to start recording upon detecting motion and following or tracking an object along its path.

If sound is important there are IR security cameras that can record audio in addition to video. Of course, IR security cameras are available for use indoors as well as outdoors.

Modern technology and innovative applications make infrared security cameras an affordable solution to protecting, monitoring, and recording for Southern Florida businesses as well as residents. Ask one of our experts about getting your protection today.

Whether it’s a casino in Pompano Beach, a mall in Palm Beach County, or a residence in Broward County, a wireless security cameras system can provide the surveillance and monitoring that you need.

Here’s an excellent example of how a wireless security camera system could have benefited a recent Southern Florida crime victim:

May 29, 2010 9:15 AM – A Boynton Beach victim advised police that his red and black Suzuki was stolen from his driveway overnight. The victim still has the keys to the Suzuki and the method by which the Suzuki was stolen is still unknown.

If this Boynton Beach resident had owned a wireless security camera system with just one camera aimed at his driveway, the following could be true:
1)      The system could have alerted the victim that the crime was in progress;
2)      The system would have shown how the Suzuki was stolen;
3)      The system would have shown the exact time of the theft;
4)      The system could have identified the thief;
5)      The system would have recorded the event and the victim could have given a copy of it to the police.

A wireless security camera system could have helped this victim as well:

May 15, 2010 between 6:00 PM and 6:45 AM – Victim reported a theft from a boat in the Spanish River Park area of Boca Raton.

So how can a wireless security camera system been helpful in these (and many more) cases? Let’s take a look at a typical wireless security system and see how it works.

A wireless security camera system usually consists of from one to many wireless digital cameras, a wireless receiver, a processing unit with a CODEC utility, a monitor, and a digital video recorder or DVR. The wireless cameras capture the video image and send it via radio waves using the 2.4 GHz or 5.8 GHz band spectrum. The receiver, normally, but not always, located in the same area as the processing unit, monitor, and DVR receives the cameras signal and transfers it to the processor where a digital video file is created. The vile is than viewed on the monitor and/or stored on the DVR.

Wireless security camera systems refer to the cameras as wireless, because they eliminate the need for a coaxial transmission cable. On “wired” systems a transmission cable must be run from each camera to the processing unit. A wireless camera eliminates the need for this cable as it has its own on board circuitry and antenna for sending the signal via airwaves. The camera is not totally wireless however, as it usually needs to be connected to a small power supply wire.

Wireless security camera systems have receivers that are “tuned in” to each camera. Most cameras have one or more “channels” or frequencies that can be used for transmission to prevent cross interference in transmission. Often times you will see a wireless security camera system referred to as “4 Channels” or “8 Channels;” this means the system is designed to use up to 4 or up to 8 cameras, providing those cameras can tune into those channels’ frequencies.

Wireless security cameras come in many different sizes and varieties with a multitude of different optional features. The following is just a partial list of those camera types or features available:

•       Indoor/outdoor models
•       Day/night vision that can produce video in low light conditions
•       Night vision infrared (IR) that can produce video in total darkness
•       Audio Recording as well as video
•       Pan, tilt, and/or zoom options
•       Hidden or disguised camera models
•       Motion Detection and subject tracking
•       Internet Protocol (IP) ready for use over the internet