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Ensuring Endpoint Datat: Security for Remote Devices

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During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of employees working from home has been implemented in nearly every organisation. But, while the work operations continue unabated, remote users and their devices are no longer on the organisational premises to receive data protection from its cybersecurity infrastructure. So the need for providing endpoint security gets amplified in the existing scenario. Sonit Jain, CEO of GajShield Infotech said, “Basic cybersecurity measures such as using advanced multi-factor authentication systems, anti-virus software to protect a collection of devices instead of just one device, the deletion of unnecessary cache and cookies, as well as user and employee data from time to time to secure confidential data and prevent unnecessary clutter. The software and hardware in place to ensure cyber-protection must be authentic, certified for use and updated regularly. Simple measures and using data security tools and systems that are designed for remotely connected devices can come in handy to ensure endpoint data security for users. Data security products and services can help with proactive endpoint data protection for your devices. Please contact us to learn more about how our experts deal with endpoint security-related issues in organisations.”  

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AI, Robotics & IoT Security Tech Got Overwhelming Response

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Hikvision India premiered its advanced security products and solutions with a smart display at the IFSEC India Security Expo 2021. The trending transformative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics and IoT Security Tech got an overwhelming response from the visitors. The 14th edition of IFSEC India Security Expo organized by Informa Markets at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 9-11 Dec, 2021, the flagship event of Indian security industry turned out to be a resounding success for the key security industry stakeholders. The overwhelming response from the security industry and relevant visitors exceeded the expectations. Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma, Minister of State (MoS), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Kaushal Kishore, Minister of State, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) were the Chief Guests at the inaugural session of IFSEC India Security Expo 2021. After the lamp lighting ceremony and Ganesh Vandana, they addressed the gathering by emphasizing on the ‘Makein-India’ vision and the key role of the security industry in securing the nation, its assets and people. While speaking on the high octane IFSEC India experience, Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. said, “We have got a very good response at the IFSEC India Security Expo 2021. We would like to term it as a collaborative success. This time IFSEC India returned with resounding success for a big restart. It was good for us in terms of footfall and security industry specific visitors.” He further added, “Hikvision India showcased bespoke technological innovations in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics Technologies. We unveiled the latest products and solutions in the video security, access control, intrusion alarm, inspection and perimeter security segments. We also introduced mobile robot products, machine vision products and logistic vision solutions.” The key highlights of the technologies and solutions on display at Hikvision India booth, included AI product, Hikvision ColorVu technology, Hikvision AcuSense technology, command control center, Hikcentral, smart parking solution, intelligent traffic system, smart home cameras (EZVIZ), video intercom, security inspection products, AX series alarm system, HeatPro thermal cameras, professional transmission solution, Webcams and smart storage solutions. The booth also showcased solutions by scenarios theme for apartment buildings, factories, logistic park, offices and stores. Hikvision India booth showcased its advanced security solutions across product categories and conducted various fringe programs, including quiz contests to engage the visitors. To bring the live show experience to the online audience, Hikvision India also live streamed the glimpses and key product demonstrations at the booth via YouTube live on Hikvision India YouTube channel. IFSEC India Security Expo 2021 was organized with over 150 brands from over 10 countries to participate. IFSEC India exhibition cum conference has always been the platform of choice for security device manufacturers, system integrators and security practitioners cutting across industry verticals and government organisations. This year the event hosted key industry buyers and decision makers from among government and PSUs, CSOs, system integrators, partners, consultants and end-user community in the security domain. As part of the endeavour to bring key stakeholders in the security domain on one platform and to deliberate on new-age challenges to security of cities and organizations, IFSEC India conducted a two-day conference on 9th and 10th December at the same venue with the theme – Gearing up for New-Age Security Threats. Hikvision India participated in the IFSEC India Conference on 9th December with a presentation on the theme – ‘Make-in-India’ Manufacturing Roadmap and Smart security Technologies. The presentation was done by Gagan Lamba, Vice President, Enterprise Verticals, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. On 10th December at the IFSEC India conference, Hikvision India was represented by Ashish Gujarathi, Assistant Vice President (AVP), Non -CCTV Products (access control, intrusion alarm, inspection and perimeter security), Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. The panel discussion was on a theme ‘Technologies that make Security Systems Smarter, Intelligent and more Versatile.’ It was moderated by Ajay Gupta, Co-Chair, Smart Cities Working Group, IET Future Tech Panel, Head of Sales & Strategy at SCS Tech India. Hikvision India was the Premier Plus Partner of IFSEC India Security Expo 2021. The event was supported by some of the leading the associations, including APSA (Asian Professional Security Association) and FOCUS (Forum of Critical Utility Services) etc. Ornately designed with wide range of products and solutions at display Hikvision booth was the center of attraction at the event. Hikvision has received overwhelming response from the key partners, trade visitors and key stakeholders at the IFSEC India. Also Read:- New Hikvision HikCentral Software Makes Access Control and Time Attendance Management Easy

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Women in Private Security Industry – A perspective

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Anil Puri CMD, APS group A first generation serial entrepreneur, thought leader and an action catalyzer rolled into one – Anil Puri is a rare combination of a visionary, an innovator and a strategic thinker. He has used this combination to innovate and implement on-ground many new business ideas. His rich experience in various businesses has enabled him to nurture & mentor innovative ideas and scale them up. INTRODUCTION Having been viewed as a ‘male preserve’ for many years, the security industry now finally realises the value and contribution of women. This is visible not only in the growing numbers of female security professionals, but also with more women taking leadership roles in organisations. Our female forebearers struggled to gain the rightful recognition they deserved, but as society has changed so too have attitudes. Women are now seen as equals, but our industry still has a disproportionate balance in favour of men. For many years now, women have made their impact known throughout the industry, and the numbers of successful women in security seems to increase every year emphasizing the growing importance of women managers in this field. The convergence of physical and cyber security is advancing quickly, which is helping to expand the role of women in physical security. More IT professionals have crossed over to the physical security systems world, and as a result, more women are engaging and operating in this space. During the past decade, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of women in leadership roles within in the security profession. More and more women are holding executive-level jobs in organizations across the globe. Women entering security in junior-level positions are quickly and remarkably climbing the organizational ladder of success. Women have been adding credibility to security organizations and have also been observed to be infusing respect in the processes and approaches of such organizations. Women no longer have narrowly defined roles in security. They can now enter any position – be that technical, managerial or right at the coalface of physical security. I am also pleased to see women recognised in security industry awards, reflecting our overall success. Ultimately, we need to reach a stage where gender isn’t even a factor and individuals are judged on their professional skills alone. These are some primary reasons why innovative and forward-thinking security organizations are hiring more women and placing more women in managerial roles. The keen eye for details and the depth of creativity and technical knowledge are key points that have drawn the attention of leadership in security organizations towards women employees who show promising potential. Now, women are moving into sales and business roles with direct P&L responsibility, as well as a wide variety of jobs within the security industry. There are women technicians, security officers, integrators, business heads, and business owners – Managing Directors. WHAT POSSIBLY COULD HAVE BEEN THE REASONS WOMEN CHOOSE NOT TO PURSUE A CAREER IN SECURITY I often ponder on it as to why it took us so long to reach this change and most of time I reach to a cluster of numerous likely reasons out of which I have summarized a few very obvious ones below: Security is a male-dominated industry. Sexual exploitation is still prevalent in the sector. Fears that gender will impede career progression. The perception that security work is unsafe for women. Lack of female role models, particularly in higher positions. The belief that typical ‘female’ characteristics will be seen as inferior. The misconception that men are stronger and only fit into security cloak. The idea that the security work is incompatible with family life. Evidence that female security staff face high levels of discrimination, sexual harassment, and bullying. Perceived lack of opportunities for women within the industry CHALLENGES Possibly the reasons above may not form the full explanation. Therefore, I find it essential to delve into the challenges which dwarfed the women entry into security domain for so long. The key challenges which come to my mind could have been substantial to navigate: Stereotyped roles offered to women as the Admin/ HR or marketing person. Difficult & inflexible work culture for the working mum. Stereotypical view of the PSI dominated by the law enforcement officers. Lack of formal training in the technical aspects of security domain. Perceptional deficit of the broad nature of the security and PSI. Criteria of the requisite experience to move on to senior roles OPPORTUNITIES The uncertain and changing times we all live in have increased the focus on security and risk services, creating a whole new world of opportunities and career paths within the industry that were not available previously. There are increased education options available now in security, criminal justice and terrorism studies than ever before, leading to job titles and career progression that didn’t exist 10 years ago. Increasing reliance on technology and networking means that women can enter the industry from IT, cyber security or other technology backgrounds, which increases the pool of knowledgeable professionals available. Any person entering the security industry now has more options than ever before, which is an exciting time for the industry. There are tremendous opportunities for women in our industry at all stages of their lives. They can do full time, part time or casual work. Part time and casual positions for team leaders, supervisors and operations managers allow women to reduce their hours while they raise a family and progress their career. Flexible hours with four to 12 hour shifts also allow people to work while studying right through to semi-retirement. There are many security roles where women are valued. Hence, opportunities are vast and endless in the right company. In the technical sector the components are small, light and easily managed. The work is relatively clean and mentally quite challenging. The potential career paths which women could have besides Admin, HR, Sales/ Marketing in PSI: Consultant – Security, safety & Quality Assurance (QA). Company Secretary & Legal. Quality Assurance Manager. Risk Management Professional. Loss…

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Providing Security for an Area of more than 50,000 Square Metres

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The Prague city administration together with the Criminal Investigation Department also relies on security technology from Germany-based Dallmeier in Prague’s Wenceslas Square, one of the largest city squares in Europe with an area of 45,000 square metres, and the Old Town Square Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square in Prague are both steeped in history, and now as ever before remaining important hubs for tourism and traffic. To ensure the safety of the streams of people and vehicles in these places, when it comes to security equipment the Prague city administration relies on a combination of conventional cameras and a solution from the Regensburg company Dallmeier. From horse market to commercial thoroughfare Wenceslas Square in Prague was created in the 14th century and originally served as a horse market, as was reflected in its name. It was renamed ‘Wenceslas Square’ in 1848 in tribute to Saint Wenceslas of Bohemia. Since the 19th century, the function of the square has evolved from that of a place for trading horses to a busy commercial district. It is used by pedestrians, cyclists, motor vehicles and local public transport alike, and so constitutes a major confluence point in Prague’s New City. The city administration attaches great importance to ensuring that all these traffic elements can coexist in harmony, and to have a general overview of what is happening, the administration together with the police criminal investigation department rely on the sharp ‘eyes’ of the Panomera®. Tourist magnet Old Town Square Panomera® also provides security in the 9000 square metre Prague Old Town Square. The Old Town Square is the historic heart of the city and attracts thousands of tourists every year with its atmosphere, sights, and markets. Its history dates to the 11th century, and it has always been a crossroads for commerce and a marketplace. Today it is a magnet for tourists and its borders abound with restaurants, museums, galleries, and shops. The astronomical clock on the tower of the Old Town Hall is one of the most well-known sights in Europe. Advantages of Panomera® technology for monitoring an expanse of over 45,000 square metres The solution for both Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square consists of Panomera® models from the Topline series. The Panomera® multifocal sensor system can provide coverage for vast expanses and areas. The advantage: The combination of general overview with highest possible resolution of details is very important, particularly for large squares, and with this camera technology more remote objects can also be displayed with the same resolution as objects in the image foreground. Several operators can zoom into the same image at the same time. Even then, the overall scene always remains in view and recording continues. Where previously several megapixel cameras would have been needed, the users’ workload has been reduced significantly, because fewer images must be captured. Infrastructure costs are also lower, since a single Panomera® captures a much larger area and fewer installation points are needed. For customers, this means savings not only in terms of infrastructure but also regarding operation and management, so total operating costs are reduced. Planning that delivers – ‘what we plan is what you get’ In the project planning phase, the Dallmeier 3D specialist team consisting of engineers and graphic designers created a three-dimensional simulation of the customer’s environment. In the 3D model, the team simulated the real camera models and locations/ installation sites, and thus also angles of vision and ranges. The completed 3D model was presented to the customer jointly with integration partner KH Servis in Prague and comprised the entire solution including the cameras and other essential components. The city administration and police authorities were delighted by this manner of project visualisation because this approach also allowed an accurate calculation of costs to be made, giving the customer certainty regarding the cost and scope of the project. 3D planning also guarantees that there are no surprises either on the technical or financial level during or after the installation. Dallmeier calls this approach ‘What we plan is what you get.’ Besides the technical advantages delivered by Panomera®, the customers were also impressed by the planning certainty they were given by the 3D visualisation, and, at the end of 2017, Dallmeier won the order to put the project into practice. Test run of live operation at the Dallmeier FAT Centre Before it was installed, the planned solution underwent a Dallmeier Factory Acceptance Test at the FAT Centre in Regensburg. All components were assembled there, and the final environment was tested in live operation. While testing was proceeding in the FAT Centre, KH Servis was also attending training in Regensburg so they would be ready for the on-site installation and so they could see the system operating flawlessly for themselves. Observation and intervention With the installation of the multifocal sensor systems, the desire for increased security and more effective intervention capabilities was realised. The cameras are used to observe situations and when necessary, enable rapid countermeasures or also rapid investigation of incidents. In the event of criminal offences, the video material can be stored separately as evidence. Special challenge: Protection of historic monuments Both squares are bordered by buildings with historic monument status, the Panomera® cameras could not always be mounted where single sensor cameras had hung previously, enabling the ‘old’ installation points to be used. Permission had to be obtained from the building owners before the cameras could be mounted, but this was managed successfully for all the new installation points. Conclusion The conclusion by KH Servis, Dallmeier’s integration partner in Prague: “We worked together with extreme professionalism, the city administration and police authorities were ultimately convinced, not only by the quality of the systems and the image material but also the impressive planning phase and planning certainty it gave them.”  

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IDIS Intelligent Video Wall Station allows Affordable and Effective Centralised Monitoring

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The new IDIS Intelligent Video Wall Station, designed as a simple plug-in for the cost and license-free IDIS Center VMS, brings the benefits of video wall services to a wider market, including smaller and mid-sized customers. The new offering makes it easier for businesses to plan, design, configure, and use dynamic video walls. It lets them optimise safety and security, with centralised monitoring for single or multiple sites, without the traditional price tag. Integrating seamlessly with IDIS’s full line-up of network and analogue cameras and devices, as well as third-party technologies, the IDIS Intelligent Video Wall Station uses a single server and network wall controller to manage up to 12 UHD monitors as standard. The station connects up to 4,096 cameras and lets operators monitor 64 panes simultaneously, including dewarped 360-degree fisheye video. Now, users can easily customise their monitors to display the most critical video streams and event data to provide a real-time visual overview. Advanced features enable a quicker and more efficient incident response, paired with smoother and more dynamic video search, playback, and forensic export. The new solution combines remote and straightforward configuration with batch firmware updates, simple rolebased access management, audit trails, and device health monitoring. For customers, this results in increased efficiency and minimal maintenance, delivering on the IDIS promise of a low total cost of ownership (TCO). And with H.264 and H.265 dual codec fully supported, users can retain their existing and third-party screens – reducing waste and saving budgets – or for upgrades they can also choose from the IDIS range of reliable, low power consumption monitors designed for powerful but economical 24/7 surveillance operations. The IDIS Intelligent Video Wall Station also integrates seamlessly with the enterprise-level IDIS Solution Suite VMS, making it easy to expand or adapt the system as operational requirements change, and giving customers the assurance of a futureproof investment. “It’s more important than ever for organisations to enhance situational awareness while increasing efficiency,” commented James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe, “The addition of the IDIS Intelligent Video Wall Station delivers the benefits of advanced and dynamic video wall monitoring without the need to design and build dedicated control rooms or incur the costs of traditional VMS recurring maintenance agreements or ongoing device connection fees.” Also Read:-  New Idis Cloud Manager Enables Enhanced Site Management from any Location

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High-Performance Box Cameras Based on ARTPEC-8 SoC with Deep Learning

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Earlier this year Axis Communications announced the launch of AXIS Q1656-LE, an outdoor-ready box camera with deep learning capabilities. Now, this outdoor-ready camera and the indoor model, AXIS Q1656 are available. These cameras feature premium Q-line functionality as well as Axis Lightfinder 2.0 and a 1/1.8” sensor, for impressive performance and outstanding forensic images in low light scenes. Based on the latest Axis system-on-chip (SoC), these cameras offer support for advanced features and powerful applications based on deep learning on the edge. Including AXIS Object Analytics, they feature highly nuanced object classification and reliable detection with fewer false positives. Additionally, with support for AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) version 4, Axis enables innovation on Axis AI-based edge devices and strengthens its commitment towards computer-vision-based solutions. The indoor model, AXIS Q1656, is designed for retrofitting AXIS T92E20 Outdoor Housing, making it easy to add deep-learning capabilities to existing installations. The outdoor-ready model, AXIS Q1656-LE, is enclosed in a robust, impact-resistant IK10-rated casing. This water-resistant, weatherproof camera includes a built-in wiper to guarantee great images even in snow and rain. Additionally, with selectable IR wavelength, it’s possible to choose between covert or semi-covert LED illumination Key features include Exceptional images with 1/1.8” sensor. Support for analytics with deep learning. Built-in cybersecurity features. Premium Axis Q-line camera functionality. Indoor and outdoor-ready models. With i-CS lens technology, remote zoom and focus, and support for PoE and redundant DC power, these lightweight, cost-efficient cameras offer flexible installation and maintenance. Additionally, built-in cybersecurity features prevent unauthorized access and safeguard the system.  

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New Hikvision HikCentral Software Makes Access Control and Time Attendance Management Easy

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Hikvision has announced the launch of its HikCentral Access Control software as a new offering of its signature HikCentral family. Inheriting the complete access control and attendance capabilities from the existing HikCentral Professional, the new software is designed and dedicated for professional access control and time attendance management in an easier and more efficient way. This simplifies security and operations for small and medium businesses, who can integrate the system with their Hikvision access control and intercom products quickly and easily. With HikCentral Access Control, business customers can experience a wide range of benefits: Maximized security with advanced access control features and real-time alarms: The HikCentral Access Control software supports a wide range of employee ID credentials, including fingerprints, cards, facial recognition, QR codes and PIN codes, to ensure flexibility and security for employee access authentication. What’s more, it also includes advanced access security features such as multi-door interlocking, anti-passback, and multi-factor authentication, providing high levels of protection for sensitive areas. Alarms are also triggered in real time when rules are breached, accelerating responses, and minimizing potential losses, damage, and other negative impacts. Minimized deployment complexity and costs for Access Control and Time Attendance Management: The new software requires limited hardware processing power. Customers with minimum hardware requirements of i3-CPU and 4GB RAM can get the software up and running in minutes. Simplified setup process and management at ease: With HikCentral software, customers can set rules for access permissions and work shifts quickly and easily. Instructions for doing this are available on the sidebar menu in the portal interface, reducing skills requirements and speeding up the process. When in use, operators can manage the software remotely with a mobile app at any time, from anywhere. Optimized HR reporting for data-driven decision making: The HikCentral software provides detailed attendance reports to support better HR management. These can be exported easily into Excel, CSV or PDF formats, or integrated with third-party payroll systems to streamline HR administration. Intuitive user interface: The software offers a dynamic view of multiple sites of a building and access control device status based on an interactive E-Map. This allows effective responses to event alarms and device anomalies in a timely manner. The new HikCentral Access Control is provided free of charge to Hikvision customers with up to 4 access doors, and up to 50 employees for clocking in and out. It can also be scaled quickly and flexibly for larger sites and workforces. Where necessary, it can also be upgraded to HikCentral Professional – a more sophisticated and versatile software platform – designed for centralized management of a variety of security and business applications, including video security, access control, alarm systems and more, for end-to-end protection of people and assets, and greater operational efficiency. Also Read:- Hikvision Reports Q3 2021 Financial Results

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Hikvision Reports Q3 2021 Financial Results

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Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, has reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2021. During the quarter, Hikvision gained RMB21.73 billion revenue with a year-over-year (YoY) increase of 22.41%. Net profits attributable to shareholders of the listed company in the third quarter were RMB4.48 billion, reflecting a YoY growth of 17.54%. From Q1 to Q3 2021, Hikvision accumulated a total revenue of RMB55.63 billion with a YoY growth of 32.38%, and the accumulated net profits attributable to shareholders was RMB10.97 billion, representing a YoY growth of 29.94%. Amid continued external uncertainties, Hikvision will remain focused on creating value for customers with diversified products and solutions. The company will also continue building customer-oriented service operations, and fully leveraging flexible manufacturing capabilities to maintain steady development of the company.  

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Hikvision Partners with Gurtam to Create Comprehensive Telematics Solution

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Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, announced a new technology partnership with Gurtam designed to integrate its mobile products (cameras/ MNVRs) with Gurtam’s Wialon GPS tracking platform. This vital integration uses the latest technologies to create a solution for logistics and transportation industry customers to enhance efficiency in their fleet operations, while also increasing road safety to maintain high security levels for personnel and for merchandise. Making use of the HikDevice Gateway protocol, Gurtam’s Wialon GPS tracking platform integrates with Hikvision mobile products to offer a comprehensive telematics solution for fleet operators of buses, trucks and taxis, achieving easier and smarter supervision, scheduling, and emergency response. ency response. The integration enables remote video monitoring of vehicle interiors and their surroundings, GPS location detection, real-time notifications, geofence control, Wi-Fi positioning, and more. “We are very pleased to welcome Gurtam to our partner ecosystem, and the integration between Hikvision mobile products and the Wialon platform creates a powerful solution to help customers improve security of their fleets and vehicles,” said Adler Wu, Global Technology Partner Alliance Manager at Hikvision. “Gurtam is a hardware-agnostic telematics software provider that aims to partner with the top manufacturers in the industry. Our cooperation with Hikvision is a possibility to join forces with a reputed video solution provider and give our customers access to Hikvision’s innovation. Wialon and Hikvision combined represent a reliable, top-notch solution available globally and suitable for multiple niches, from logistics to public transportation, and from cold chain to dangerous goods transportation,” said Kseniya Dolia, VP of Technology Partnerships at Gurtam. Also Read:- Smart Retail Solutions Ensure Business Continuity with Public Safety Measures

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Smart Retail Solutions Ensure Business Continuity with Public Safety Measures

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink India09 mins

  The Indian retail sector has now opened successfully after a long phase of the lockdown enforced due to the pandemic. There is an urgent need for safe reopening strategies, policy framework, and implementation plan with adequate smart public safety measures. As India’s vast retail sector is slowly and surely returning back to the pre-pandemic growth rate, there is a critical need for compliance and vigil. Retailers can’t afford to lower the guard even as the latest data shows the pandemic cases are lowest. Its time to rethink instore and online customer experience. As malls and stores are open across the country, retailers should keep in mind key considerations from a customer, associate, store, and operational perspective. Retail sector must prioritize the smart public safety measures while finding safe options to enhance the customer experience and engagement. Compliance with guidelines In the context of the Indian retail sector, retailers and retail managers need to work on risks and challenges to ensure compliance with guidelines. There are similar worries about compliance of social distancing and density control guidelines. Social distancing plays an important role in public safety measures related to preventing the spread of the pandemic. The recommended physical distancing guideline of maintaining a distance of a meter or more (3-6 feet) is a perpetual challenge for the retail managers and retail security personnel to follow. In addition, retail store managers also need to identify and mitigate areas where shoppers may congregate, so as to ensure safe shopping spaces. Technologies incorporating social distancing and occupancy detection can be put into places like these to assist the process. Hikvision’s Flow Control system utilizes highly accurate people counting technology. A clear, dynamic display and real-time alerts ensure pre-defined capacity thresholds are never exceeded, even in locations with multiple entrances and exits, such as, for example, shopping malls and supermarkets. A digital sign can be integrated at entrance areas to display real-time occupancy data. It can help in letting the customers know when it is safe to enter premises. In waiting areas such as cash counters in supermarkets and indoor ATMs in malls, Hikvision’s video security solution provides the necessary features and functionalities to assist with the process of social distancing. These technologies use people counting and 3D modelling to measure the distance between people accurately. Touch-free access control for hygienic authentication Retailers have to rethink traditional access control and time attendance systems such as ID card swiping, PIN codes, or fingerprint scans to ensure safety of the staff. With a touch-free access control terminals, organizations can not only eliminate the risk, but greatly enhance their daily operational efficiency. Hikvision’s MinMoe Face Recognition terminals can help in ensuring touch-free access control and time attendance for the organised retail establishments. Hikvision has developed a Smart Retail Solution that provides comprehensive video security to protect staff and customers and assist loss prevention. The Smart Retail Solution features data collection and analytics for enhancing business value. Benefiting from deep learning technology, three intelligent functions for retail support include people-counting to track customer traffic and volume, heat mapping to know the popularity of goods in the shopping area, and queue detection to monitor the queuing situation in real-time. People-counting Hikvision’s dual-lens people-counting camera provides accurate customer counting and generates customer flow trends to evaluate performance and strategic initiatives. The people counting data sets are useful for taking public safety measures in terms of social distancing and crowd flow density. By analyzing customer flow data, store management can optimise the allocation of the workforce to reach higher profits and ensure better customer service. Store managers can schedule staff strategically for peak and off-peak hours while ensuring compliance with norms to safeguard visitors, staff and customers. Heat mapping When customers enter the store, retailers are concerned about what merchandise customers are interested in. Before that, what’s more important is how to get what route they walk and where they stop. With Hikvision’s Heat Mapping function, retailers can determine the amount of time shoppers spend in specific areas of a store, identify hot spots and dead zones, and measure the number of people who actually shop for specific products, rather than just casually walk by. Heat Mapping is traditionally used to monitor and measure the size of target traffic in a region. It is a graphical representation of data represented by colors, and it is usually used to analyze the visit times and dwell times of customers in a specified area. The Heat Map offers customers’ preferences and insights. According to the latest best practices overcrowded areas in malls or retail stores are identified with help of Heat Mapping and get frequently sanitized. Hikvision’s Fisheye cameras, equipped with heat mapping function, not only capture a panoramic high-definition image, but also learn about heat conditions in different regions within a store. Queue detection Hikvision’s Queue Detection function can help retailers manage checkout lines while ensuring safety and security of customers. When too many customers enter a queue, it can notify management to open a new checkout line. More specifically, these queue detection cameras monitor the queuing situation in real-time and offer a quick solution. Hikvision Smart Retail Solution is designed to help retailers make their retail establishments safer and smarter, allowing data to support management and operations. And it will promote retailers’ technological transformation in response to increased challenges through the use of innovative retail technology to address key issues arising out of safety and security. Also Read:- Hikvision India Unveils Smart Boom Barrier Solutions for Easy Vehicle Access Control at Toll Plazas & Housing Complexes

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