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A delegation of Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) led by Chairman Kunwar Vikram Singh has recently met the Hon’ble Chief Minister of the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP) Yogi Adityanath Ji Maharaj, at his residence in Lucknow. They discussed the matter of security training institutes in the state and explored the opportunities. The delegation briefed the Chief Minister about the activities of the Association. Mr. Yogi informed the delegation that his government is starting extension campus of Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU)  in the State. The Chief Minister said that his government is setting an extension campus of RRU for security studies especially in forensic sciences. He also assured them that more training centres for private security shall be approved soon so that training as per Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 (PSARA) can be imparted to all the security guards and supervisors working in the state of UP. Kunwar Vikram Singh congratulated Mr. Yogi for bringing law & order situation in the state under complete control so that businesses can invest in the state. CAPSI members also assured the Chief Minister that soon majority of security guards will be trained as per the  BIS standards (Bureau of Indian Standards) which will further motivate investors about the security of their assets and people. Om Kumar, MLA & CAPSI State Chapter President, N P Singh Working President, Ravinder Singh, Vice President and Ashish Sisodia Convenor of Western UP Chapter of CAPSI attended the meeting along with Mahesh Sharma, Secretary general, Anil Puri,  VP, and Sudhir Bhasin VP, CAPSI. As the spokesperson of CAPSI informed, a delegation of CAPSI shall be meeting the Chief Ministers of most of the States to establish better understanding between the government and CAPSI. They also proposed to set up four Centres of Excellence (CoE) for security courses for middle level operations & management. Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) is the preeminent organization for security professionals which has emerged as an elite association. CAPSI’s governing processes are being guided by an eminent Board of Governors having former Army Generals, Veteran Police and Para-Military officers, high ranking Intelligence Professionals from Central Bureau of Investigation and premier governmental intelligence agencies and renowned Risk Managers. CAPSI is functioning as a federal body which represents the interest of entire Private Security Industry (PSI) of India. It operates through its State Chapters constituted in every State of the Republic of India. Each State Chapter is being governed by an executive council.  

India’s premier indigenous security and surveillance product manufacturing company, Prama India had organised the fourth leg of the Pan India roadshow event on November 5, at Bengaluru. The ‘Prama Excellence Meet’ event was inaugurated in the auspicious presence leading dignitaries. The event created significant buzz among the security business community in Karnataka. The company has organized a pan-India events of Prama Excellence Meet’ in the key metro cities including Ahmedabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. The event is being planned to bring high quality, security and surveillance products as well as the latest tech-innovations closer to potential partners and end-users while creating brand awareness. The event got an overwhelming response from the security business community. ‘Prama Excellence Meet’ was organized to engage, enable and empower the partners’ community. It is enabling a convergence of all the security professionals, dealers and distributors community associated with PRAMA. It is happy moment to offer the indigenously manufactured products and solutions to the people. Through the ‘Prama Excellence Meet’, PRAMA is embarking on a new journey to build brand, launch new products and develop new solutions while creating new milestones and setting new benchmarks. The company will strive for the organic growth and expansion of the brand at pan-India level. This event has presentations about latest technologies, products and solutions. This initiative will help the PRAMA ecosystem partners to grow their business. Today being a security professional and entrepreneur, one has to think about the fast changing dynamics of the Indian security market instantaneously and apply appropriate strategies for the future roadmap. This is the crux of entrepreneurial experience. The different phases of growth require different strategies. While moving forward with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Prama India is working diligently to realise the dream of a self-reliant India into reality. As the industry moves to new technology frontiers, there is a need to focus on indigenous security product manufacturing. These security systems are helping to resolve the physical security challenges in the private, government and commercial segments. A corporate presentation was given by Vinay Mishra, Senior Vice President, Projects, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. It was followed by the awards distribution ceremony for top performing distributors and partners. The exciting glimpses of PRAMA product portfolio theme were presented by Himanshu Jain, Assistant Vice President, Projects, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. An elaborate presentation on the ‘Key security Trends in the Indian Security Market-2022’ was given by Gagan Lamba, Vice President, Enterprise Business, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. An elaborate presentation on ‘Prama Software’ was given by Vinit Narvekar, Manager Customer Trainings, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. It was followed by a detailed presentation on ‘Indigenous Vertical solutions for Public Safety’ by Rajesh Palkar, Vice President, Government and Consultant Business, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. The next presentation was on ‘New Product Initiatives’, it was presented by Ashish Gujarathi, Associate Vice President (AVP) – Non-CCTV Products, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. This event had product demo kiosks to give glimpses of a wide range of products and solutions. There was an exciting line-up of fringe programs at the event venue with exciting prizes. Prama Achiever’s Awards were given to top performing distribution and system integration partners. The key highlights were exclusive technology updates, product presentations and networking meet. The event got a resounding success due to overwhelming response from the security professional community.  

IFSEC India 2022 Game-changer eDVR Series and X-Ray Baggage & Parcel Inspection System Launched Showcased AI Video Security Cameras, Smart Applications and Advanced Security Solutions Hikvision India showcased its latest AI video security products and advanced solutions with an elaborate display at the IFSEC India Security Expo 2022. The smart security applications enabled by advanced technologies Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics and IoT Security Tech got an overwhelming response from the visitors. The 15th edition of IFSEC India Security Expo organized by Informa Markets at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 1-3 Dec, 2022, one of the premier events of the Indian security industry turned out to be a huge success for the stakeholders. Akhilesh Shrivastava, IT advisor, Uttarakhand Government, and Rajesh Kumar, Joint Commissioner, Delhi Police, were the Chief Guests at the inaugural session of IFSEC India Security Expo. After the lamp lighting ceremony and Ganesh Vandana, they addressed the gathering by emphasizing on the need of quality security products and advanced security solutions. Hikvision India hosted a special launch event during the IFSEC India event to introduce the eDVR Series into its expanding portfolio of security solutions for SMBs in India. Powered by embedded solid state drive (eSSD) technology, Hikvision’s eDVRs are compact, durable, easy-to-use, and energy-efficient. All this means they are ideal for small-to-medium-sized businesses and residential applications. “We are happy to launch this innovative product eDVR Series in India. The eDVR Series is smarter, faster, more durable and more energy efficient than anything that’s gone before, not only helping to minimize negative environmental impacts, but also delivering major energy and cost savings for our customers,” said Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. Hikvision India introduced the X-Ray Baggage & Parcel Inspection System at the event. It is powered by value added features like AI based threat identification, built in Artificial Intelligence and Real Time Video Monitoring etc. Hikvision X-Ray Baggage & Parcel Inspection System is an innovative product offering in the security inspection product segment. Hikvision India booth has showcased its advanced security products and solutions at the IFSEC India Expo 2022. The discerning security professionals and visitors have expressed their keen interest in trending transformative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics and IoT Security Tech at the Hikvision India booth. “We are thrilled to introduce our latest video security products and wide range of solutions in front of partners, end-users and the system integrators along with visitors and new prospects at our booth in the IFSEC India Security Expo. The key objective to be part of the flagship event is to connect with the security industry peers, end-users and partners. This time IFSEC India is very special due to lots of fringe programs,” said Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. He further added, “Hikvision India is showcasing latest 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 have 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, ColorVu, Thermal and AcuSense Technologies. The product categories on display will be the Command Control Center, Hikcentral, Intelligent Traffic System, Video Intercom, Security Inspection Products, AX Hub and AX-Hybrid Series Alarm System, HeatPro Thermal Cameras, Professional Transmission Solution, and Smart Storage Solutions. Smart Home Cameras (Solar and Battery), Next-Gen Outdoor PTZ Cameras and Smart Locks were the key attraction at EZVIZ corner. The smartly designed Hikvision India booth showcased vertical solutions for Banking, Retail, Education, Industry, Smart Mobility, Healthcare and Hospitality verticals. Hikvision India booth had showcased its advanced security solutions across product categories and conducted various fringe programs, including quiz contests to engage the visitors. Hikvision India participated in the IFSEC India Conference on 1st December with a powerpacked presentation on the theme ‘Top Security Trends, Apps and Solutions that will shape the future,’ it was presented by Gagan Lamba, Vice President, Enterprise Verticals, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. In the post-lunch session an insightful panel discussion was conducted on a contemporary theme ‘Technologies that Enhance Corporate Security – Video Surveillance, Access Control, Transportation Security, Information Security and More.’ Hikvision India was represented by A.L. Narasimhan, Vice President, Strategic Business Alliances, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. in the panel discussion. He shared key insights on security solution trends based on AI, IoT and Deep Learning technologies. The event was supported by some of the leading the associations, including APSA (Asian Professional Security Association), Global UAV and ASIS etc. Ornately designed with a wide range of products and solutions at display Hikvision booth was the center of attraction at the event. Hikvision India was the Premier Plus Partner of IFSEC India Security Expo 2022. Hikvision India booth has received overwhelming response and applause from the key partners, trade visitors and key stakeholders at the IFSEC India. The IFSEC Security Expo concluded with the high footfall of security industry representatives and relevant visitors. TrafficInfraTech Expo 2022 Showcases Latest Solutions for Transport Security, Traffic and Smart Mobility Hikvision India had participated in the 10th edition of TrafficInfraTech Expo 2022 to showcase the latest technologies, products and solutions for the India’s fast growing transportation sector. TrafficInfraTech, one of the Asia’s largest integrated expo on Traffic, Transportation Technology, Road Technology and Smart Mobility was inaugurated by S.V.R. Srinivas, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA in the presence of transportation industry leaders, government representatives and delegates. The expo was organized from 16-18 November at the Bombay Exhibition Center, Goregaon, Mumbai. The booth at the expo showcased Hikvision’s latest Solutions for Transport Security, Traffic Safety and Urban Mobility. “India’s rapidly growing Transportation Sector presents a great opportunity for the transportation security solution providers. We are offering the Smart Transportation and ITMS solutions for the key stakeholders of transportation sector. We have showcased innovative solutions for the various transportation segments at the Trafficinfratech Expo. The expo continues to…

Prakash Prabhu – Chief Business Officer & Co-Founder, VisionBot In 2022 the world would have surpassed 1 billion video cameras in use. While the number is huge, the future is staggering. Today there is 1 camera for every 8 people. It is projected that by 2030 there will be 13 billion video cameras in use. In just 8 years we will move from 1 camera for every 8 people to 1.5 cameras for each person. We can aptly call it the World Vision Web. How will technology cope with such a humongous growth? CLOUD based CCTV Video surveillance can be the bridge that will allow us to cross this challenge The capabilities of CCTV video surveillance systems are now being transformed by fundamental shifts in how visual content inspection and monitoring data is gathered and analysed for actionable insights. This has profound implications not just for the effectiveness of CCTV video surveillance as a security tool but deployment of Video Content Analysis (VCA), for a range of other, non-security applications. There is clearly a requirement for newer ways these systems can provide organisations with more tangible returns on their CCTV video surveillance investment than ever before: Risk & compliance management. Unified threat management. Loss prevention/ detection systems. Business continuity/ reporting. Bulk video synopsis. Information and event management. Identity and safety management. Impact of AI & ML on the Enterprise Security and Visual Monitoring and Inspection market Traditional rule based VCA adoption is on the rise and more providers are incorporating it in their cameras (Edge) and Video Management Systems. But it is basically the mechanism to incorporate intelligence into Computer Vision devices through a pre-determined set of rules (algorithm). This may satisfy the needs of security and investigations, but are found lacking for the demanding visual content inspection and monitoring requirements. When it comes to buzzwords, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has a higher recollect and is much used in the analytics domain than the more specific related terms machine learning and deep learning which are a better description of cognitive tools that are being deployed for computer vision. Machine Learning: Machine Learning, a sub set of Artificial Intelligence (AI), uses statistical methods and is basically the process which provides the system (computer) to learn automatically and improve accordingly without being explicitly programmed. We can classify ML as Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning and Reinforcement Learning Deep Learning: Deep Learning is basically a sub-part of the broader family of Machine Learning which makes use of Neural Networks with a large number of parameters layers classified as Convolutional Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks and Recursive Neural Networks. DL works on larger sets of data when compared to ML and prediction mechanism is self-administered by machines. Deep learning systems can continuously calibrate vectors assigned to various inputs to better understand their environment. While standard systems tend to scrutinise pixel values for input data, deep learning systems can also use temporal, spatial and other visual elements to recognise and classify objects and events. Deep learning algorithms can handle larger datasets, including unlabelled data, in less time than traditional algorithms. Important reason for AI/ ML adoption will be more accuracy, reduced costs, improved productivity while requiring minimal human intervention to adapt and teach systems, which the AI will do itself as it continually learns. Deep learning algorithms, which continuously self-optimise based on analysis of data gathered, has supercharged VCA. It will be the next best transformation for the Visual Content Inspection and Monitoring industry after adoption of Network video for CCTV Surveillance in the early 2008. Industry experts agree that the mentioned environments will benefit most from AI/ ML deployments: Crowded places (public squares, shopping malls, sports stadia etc). Law enforcement. Manufacturing. Smart cities & infrastructure. Construction. Retail banking/ finance Transportation & warehousing. Utilities, energy, oil & gas. Healthcare. Education. Professional sports. Media & broadcasting.   Visionbot™ – Enabling the Convergence of Cloud and AI/ ML While technology itself is evolving, computing power doubling, challenges do remain for the customer in deployment of AI/ ML. They are cost/ scalability/ technological obsolescence and adaptability to evolving organizational needs. Absence of an EXIT option once the organizational priority has moved on is also a bottleneck in customer adoption. Cloud Based AI/ ML platform is an ideal solution for enterprises to onboard their transformational AI/ ML journey for visual monitoring and inspection needs Visionbot™ a brand of Amvar Datatech Pvt Ltd, an IT company focussed on computer software design for Machine Learning, computer software consultancy for artificial intelligence, Software as a Service for machine learning, Software as a Service for surveillance and other related services. Visionbot™ uses a patented and award winning innovative Open Technology Platform which utilizes modern AI/ DL technologies of computer vision and natural language processing to help derive objective insights and reporting from subjective visuals captured over realtime camera video, recorded camera images and streaming broadcast feeds. Visionbot™ was conceptualized as an adaptive self-service platform to leverage Machine Learning and Deep Learning for Computer Vision to provide ‘Objective Data from Subjective Visuals.’ The platform offers organizations to get specific insights of their visual content helping derive powerful insights and driving decision making. Designed as a cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) model and also with an on-premise option, Visionbot™ lets users start benefitting from the system with minimal investment. Mission: Democratizing Video AI for ALL To be the accelerator in bringing customers the full benefits of their intelligent network video investments. Deliver a compelling convergence of adaptability, agility and affordability that dramatically simplify the deployment and acquisition of AI data with increased agility, sensible economics and a seamless end-user experience. Addressing The Problem Among all the workflow processes within any enterprise today – visual inspection and monitoring is still heavily dependent on human reporting. Human assessment and reporting are however subjective and is prone to errors due to fatigue and inconsistency/ non repeatability. It also slows down the overall process throughput which are otherwise completely automated. Visionbot™ assists companies to reduce operational costs and mitigate…

PRIVATE SECURITY INDUSTRY CAN FILL THE GAPS IN SECURITY SECTOR: GEN V K SINGH CAPSI ASKS GOVT TO SET AUTHORITY AND INCREASE FDI IN PRIVATE SECURITY SECTOR CAPSI Chairman Kunwar Vikram Singh said the association is formulating BIS standards for the private security industry so that private security personnel can get jobs at national and international level. This year Private Security Sector (PSS) has crossed the remarkable milestone of ONE CRORE security professionals making it one of the largest employment generators across the globe. It is a historic moment for the Industry in the sense private security industry generates employment for people from rural and remote areas who are generally from marginalised communities. Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) is the apex body representing the Private Security Sector, safeguarding the interest of security professionals and over 25,000 Private Security Companies operating pan India. CAPSI has organised its annual event – 17th Security Leadership Summit on 17th December 2022 at NDMC Convention Centre in New Delhi. A day-long summit took cognizance of the multiple trends impacting the development journey of the Private Security Industry and fostered informed and energetic discussions on managing these strands for the best outcomes for the industry. Personalities of national and international repute graced the event and shared their experiences and views on the topics of concern of the industry. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Gen (Dr) V.K. Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister of State, Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways and Ministry of Civil Aviation. In his address the Minister said that there is a dearth of trained security personnel and the private security industry should take a lead in filling these gaps. He further said that several government establishments and places like airports and railway stations need security and the private security sector needs to train and equip its personnel to meet their requirements. It is a good opportunity for the Indian private security industry to cater to domestic as well as international markets. The Minister continued that the private security sector needs to set standards and meet benchmarks which can match international standards so that they could be given the responsibility of safety and security of important installations not only in the country but also overseas. Today security is needed in all sectors, from government to industrial and residential. The security agencies need to adopt modern technologies and use artificial intelligence to upgrade their skills to meet future challenges. Giving the example of Tequila, Gen VK Singh said Mexico set up a world class laboratory and an accreditation board to develop it as a liquor of global standard. Today Tequila is one of the internationally known premium brands. Indian private security industry also needs to evolve on the same model to make its personnel meet high quality of international standards. Addressing the conference, CAPSI Chairman Kunwar Vikram Singh said that the association is formulating BIS standards for the private security industry so that private security personnel can get jobs at national and international level. Indian private security agencies will also be upgraded as per the top ISO standards to meet global requirements. Private security industry will also employ Agniveers and give them specialised training so that they can get good jobs in the industry. Mr Singh continued private security industry employs over 1 crore people making it one of the largest job-giver. He urged the Centre to make amendments in the Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act to set up an Authority for the regulation of the sector and allow 74% FDI from the current 49% to spur growth of the sector. In the last few years, it is noticed that a praiseworthy role is being played by the former military officers, especially women in corporate security management and operations. They have ushered a new phase of military leadership in the private security domain. Being an apex body of the PSI, CAPSI honoured the professional ability of women who are holding leadership positions in security industry during the summit. Along with that, the event also witnessed the distribution of Security Leadership Awards in various other categories. The conference was also addressed by Bhanu Prakash Singh Verma, MOS – MSME, Rameshwar Teli, MOS – Labour, and Bhuvneshwar Kalita, Dy. Speaker Rajya Sabha and Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee of Health & Family Welfare.  

Hikvision has announced new additions to its Pro series PTZ cameras, including the integration of ColorVu technology for the first time in this range. With ColorVu, Hikvision’s new Pro series cameras can provide consistent image brightness and full color imaging as the camera zooms in and out. This ensures crystal-clear details and vivid color for distant objects at all times and in all conditions. Revolutionary ‘ColorVu + Varifocal’ integration Traditional PTZ cameras often struggle to ensure that images remain bright and clear when they zoom in, especially in low light conditions. This is because the lens aperture gets smaller when operators increase the focal length, reducing the light entering the lens and thereby impacting the clarity of images. One way to solve this issue is to adjust the size of the aperture as the focal length changes, so that a consistent amount of light can enter the lens. With Hikvision ColorVu technology, a very large fixed aperture is used in the Pro series varifocal PTZ cameras, enabling consistent light and color imaging as the camera zooms in or out at night. The new PTZ cameras’ fixed F1.2 lens aperture allows as much as 14x more light to enter the lens compared to conventional PTZ units. This same capability also ensures vivid and full-color imaging in light conditions as low as 0.0005lux – or nearly total darkness. The result is bright and colored images, even in extremely low light conditions or at night. The camera also has a warm supplemental LED light that further illuminates the field of vision, allowing objects and events to be captured in full color within the 100-meter range. Further increasing security capabilities with AcuSense In addition to ColorVu, Hikvision Pro series cameras have also been equipped with AcuSense technology, which distinguishes between real security threats and harmless moving objects such as animals, falling leaves, and changing lights. This smart classification capability means that alarms are only triggered in the event of real security threats. In such cases, the PTZ lens follows the detected threats and sends automated alerts to home or business owners, security teams, or Alarm Receiving Centers (ARCs). The ability to detect real security threats in real time, and to reduce false alarms, means that security end users and teams can respond to security incidents quickly and effectively and minimize negative impacts. This is especially vital for protecting site perimeters, key entrances and exits, and other restricted areas.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially opened the INTERPOL General Assembly, the supreme governing body of the world’s largest international police organization. Facing unprecedented complexity in the criminal threat landscape, ministers, police chiefs and senior law enforcement officials from 166 countries will discuss how to strengthen INTERPOL’s global solutions to support national and regional security. Identifying where INTERPOL can integrate technological advancements to turn potential future threats into operational opportunities will also be discussed. Addressing delegates, Prime Minister Modi said, “There are many harmful globalized threats that the world faces: terrorism, corruption, drug trafficking, poaching and organized crime. When threats are global, the response cannot be just local. The pace of change of these dangers is faster than ever. “Over the last ninety-nine years INTERPOL has connected police globally over 195 countries. Making a safer world is a shared responsibility. When the forces of good cooperate, the forces of bad cannot operate,” added Prime Minister Modi. INTERPOL President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi said, “As the world’s largest policing organization, it is the job of INTERPOL to make sure that all countries are supported, “Partnership and information sharing helps us to better tackle and prevent crimes. INTERPOL’s databases are the foundation that supports our work, and every country’s contribution is vital.” INTERPOL Global Crime Trend Report The four-day conference saw the launch of the first ever INTERPOL Global Crime Trend report, which draws on data and information from across the Organization’s 195 member countries to identify current and emerging threats worldwide. Among the major crime threats identified in the report, financial and cybercrimes were highlighted as being of particular concern. To address these threats, resolutions to strengthen the Organization’s collaborative response to disrupting financial crime and corruption, and encouraging greater use of INTERPOL’s International Child Sexual Exploitation database to identify and rescue victims of abuse are on the agenda. The General Assembly will also be updated on the work, and successes, of the INTERPOL Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre since its creation earlier this year. Intercepting criminal proceeds In the past 10 months alone, INTERPOL’s global stop-payment mechanism, the Anti-Money Laundering Rapid Response Protocol has helped member countries recover more than USD60 million in criminal proceeds from cyber enabled fraud. INTERPOL Secretary General Jürgen Stock said, “Transnational crime is not hampered by pandemics, climate change or economic pressures; indeed the opposite is true, so the law enforcement response needs to be equally quick to respond. “The General Assembly provides the global law enforcement community with an opportunity to underline its commitment to working together against the common, global threats that face us all. “We share, we target, we connect, we act. Together. Because this is the mission.” Among the resolutions to be considered by the some 720 delegates is encouraging greater use of INTERPOL’s I-Familia database. The first of its kind, I-Familia is a global database which uses DNA from relatives for kinship matching to identify missing persons or unidentified human remains around the world.  

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 Video surveillance systems serve as the enabling technology to unlock this additional value. Many organizations originally installed these systems in years past with the goal of providing a forensic tool to support physical security investigations or simply as a deterrent. Using these systems for forensics required time-consuming manual processes that required investigators to spend hours analyzing captured footage, searching for suspicious events. On top of being an entirely reaction-based approach, lengthy forensic investigations could delay the actual response and pursuit of potential criminal suspects. Humans also quickly became a limiting factor as organizations sought to achieve real-time situational awareness through their video surveillance systems. Typical attempts to do this relied on human operators monitoring live video feeds to react and respond to incidents as they occurred. Costs quickly mounted as organizations hired additional staff or outsourced this function to security guard services. Firms that chose to make this significant investment found that the reliance on human analysts meant high rates of errors and overlooked events. The next generation of video surveillance technology incorporates video analytics to reduce this reliance on human intervention, automating the analysis of captured video footage. Enhanced video surveillance (EVS) systems augment existing surveillance camera deployments with sophisticated video analytics tools to enable organizations to move beyond reactive security use cases and leverage their video as a valuable data source for business. Traditional Video System Security To assess the security of cloud solutions, it first makes sense to look at the traditional options. In theory, a system that uses an air-gapped network video recorder (NVR) is the most secure option. But such an installation largely defeats the purpose of having a security camera system in the first place. If it is walled off from the network, the footage would not be accessible for remote viewing to anyone offsite required to respond to an incident in real time. So, once you do make a system based on an NVR or digital video recorder (DVR) more usable, both the device itself and the attached CCTV security cameras become highly susceptible to hacking exploits. This helps explain why, in its benchmark 2018 Internet Security Threat Report (ISTR), Symantec ranked DVRs second on its list of vulnerable devices involved in the Internet of Things attacks against its honeypot last year. After an IT team configures its IP address for VPNs and opens ports to enable remote access to a WIFI security camera, the NVR immediately becomes one of the most hackable devices in the entire network. The biggest real-world implication is that IT teams often fall into a false sense of security. They know that an air-gapped NVR is foolproof, but they fail to recognize that introducing port forwarding to their surveillance infrastructure introduces some of the greatest risks to their camera system. This leads to longer-than-acceptable delays when it comes to updating firmware. Cloud-Based Video System Security With a cloud-based system, IT professionals are able to easily install hardware and software updates as soon as a vulnerability is identified. With increased vigilance and faster reaction times, the risk of physical and cyberattacks is ultimately reduced. The ease of installing security patches fosters a culture of ongoing risk mitigation, rather than one that falls victim to a false promise of security, which vanishes once a camera system is configured to enable remote access. Furthermore, today’s leading cloud-based IP cameras offer end-toend encryption and additional security features like two-factor authentication and single sign-on, that enable the latest security standards. Whether video data is at rest or in transit, using modern standards for data encryption and network security ensures that video stored beyond the camera’s hard drive, is protected in the event that hackers ever manage to breach the system. Consider Cloud-Based Video Surveillance When today’s IT teams encounter a new business requirement, they often look first to the cloud for solutions, hoping to gain the flexibility, scalability and agility benefits that the cloud offers. This is certainly true for video surveillance systems. Let’s look at four key reasons that organizations are moving away from on-premises video setups and adopting cloud-based video surveillance technology instead:- Four Key Reasons The cloud is cost-effective. Video surveillance systems are often deployed for safety and security reasons, and while these are extremely important applications, they don’t directly align with business strategy. As a result, business leaders view video surveillance as a cost center and want evidence that solutions are working as cost effectively as possible. The cloud provides this assurance. Cloud-based solutions add business value. Once cloud video surveillance systems are integrated with an organization’s technology infrastructure, IT teams may use them to deliver additional business value. Novel applications of cloud-based video surveillance use analytics to help organizations optimize manufacturing processes, track building occupancy rates and automatically read license plates. Cloud surveillance is reliable. Cloud providers manage massive video infrastructures that support thousands of clients. This allows them to build out highly reliable environments that minimize outages and require zero downtime for system maintenance and upgrades. Cloud solutions lower incident response time. Cloud platforms provide robust search functionality that allows incident investigators to quickly track individuals and objects as they move throughout a facility. They also provide easy sharing of stored video clips and livestreamed data for law enforcement and other third parties. Effects of Cloud in Video Surveillance Cloud storage ensures systems can easily be installed, monitored, upgraded and changed to suit the needs of the organization. New hardware components can be integrated into the security network via an IP connection and authorized people can access the system from anywhere, on virtually any Internet-enabled device. This…

Aiming 300% growth in 2023 with the launch of innovative solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video surveillance, and IT infrastructure security Synology, a pioneer and one of the world leaders in data storage and management, recently unveiled its game plan for achieving 300% growth in 2023, riding on its track record of 100% growth YoY in India since 2019 and the strength of its new range of data storage and backup, file collaboration, video surveillance, and network infrastructure solutions. Synology has been growing exponentially YoY in revenue, units shipped, installed base, customers, and active partner accounts since 2019. Synology server deployments in India have doubled YoY, especially among Small and Midsize Businesses (SMBs), emerging as the key growth drivers for the company. The manufacturing sector seeking multi-site solutions to share and sync mission-critical data, accounts for more than 30% of Synology revenues in India. Professional services (ex. hospitals) seeking on-demand data protection, security and backup solutions, and the entertainment industry seeking PETA volume data storage and high I/O data management solutions follow with a 15% share each. Events since 2019 have changed the way businesses and their employees manage and share data, testing organization-wide IT resilience. During the pandemic, Synology NAS used for file collaboration and remote access fulfilled a critical need for SMBs and enterprises to have an integrated infrastructure providing networking, collaboration, security, and file storage solutions, to minimize IT efforts and enable them to focus on running their business in a challenging environment. Designed to simplify and empower users, regardless of skill level, to tackle common IT issues, Synology NAS servers enhanced the business resilience of SMBs. “The Indian economy is poised for exponential growth in 2023 and beyond. Our new line of data management solutions enables us to address unmet market demands and drive digital transformation for customers in India, “said Michael Chang, Regional Sales Head, Asia Pacific, Synology. Staying at the forefront of data management, Synology is bringing new possibilities to the table, including solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video surveillance, and network infrastructure – all designed with one goal in mind – presenting a centralized platform to simplify IT administration while driving digital transformation for enterprises, SMBs and SOHO users in India. Encompassing all products and spanning data management, data protection, and IT infrastructure security, the newly launched Synology solutions will transform the way data is stored and managed setting the bar even higher for reliability, security, and scalability. DATA MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Protect Data against Ransomware and Cyberthreats With DSM 7.2 Expected in early 2023, DSM 7.2 will introduce full-volume encryption, offering greater peace of mind while boosting storage performance by 48% over shared folder-based encryption. DSM 7.2 will also introduce ‘write once, read many’ (WORM) folders. These tamper-proof folders prevent modification or deletion of data during a set period of time. And just like new immutable backups in Hyper Backup, which bar any changes after creation, it helps protect data against ransomware and cyberthreats. Share and Collaborate with Ease Using Synology Drive Updates to Synology’s private cloud solution, Synology Drive, help keep files safe during sharing between teams with watermarks and download policies. Remote wipe capabilities help minimize security risks by removing synced folders from stolen Windows and macOS clients. Automatic login with AD credentials following mass deployment, as well as the provisioning of backup and syncing tasks, make mass deployment simpler. Sharing data over SMB will be safer and more efficient in DSM 7.2. Cross-protocol file locking between SMB file shares and Synology Drive ensures that in-use files are not edited or overwritten. And SMB multichannel transfer support makes use of all network connections available between servers and clients to greatly boost SMB file transfer performance. Scale Out NAS – Next-Gen Storage Servers Also launching in 2023 are new scale-out systems designed for file and object storage. Scale-out clusters will be considerably faster than Synology’s current largest solutions, with near linear scaling of performance and capabilities as more units are added. The first generation of scale-out systems will support clusters of up to 60 servers for more than 12 PB of effective storage, over 60 GB/s sequential write performance, and more than 80,000 concurrent connections. The clusters will offer upwards of 99.99% availability and support Synology’s Hyper Backup and Active Backup data protection suites. DATA PROTECTION SOLUTIONS Worldwide Backup Management Platform A new management platform for Active Backup and C2 Backup aims to enable seamless management, deployment, and monitoring of backup tasks across an organization’s IT infrastructure, regardless of location or scale. The new platform brings together Synology on-premises and cloud-based solutions, providing IT admins and MSPs with the most efficient tools to protect and ensure timely recovery of any device or service. VIDEO SURVEILLANCE Synology 500 Series AI-Powered Cameras Launching in early 2023, Synology 500 Series IP cameras will offer superior performance, security, and integration, with all camera settings managed directly from Surveillance Station. Edge AI capabilities, such as guarding intrusion detection zones, free up recording server resources to allow larger AI-powered deployments, while dedicated processing speeds up people and vehicle searches anywhere in the video frame. Coming in two form factors, Synology 500 Series cameras feature 5 MP sensors for wide-angle 16:9, 3K (2880×1620) recording at 30 FPS. The cameras support PoE and are weatherproof (IP67), enabling flexible placement indoors or outdoors. Synology 500-series cameras are US NDAA/TAA compliant and are designed for security, introducing similar security innovations and hardening methods found on Synology enterprise products. NETWORKING SOLUTIONS WRX560 Wi-Fi 6 Router With Advanced Networking Features Building on the SRM 1.3 platform, the new WRX560 brings the same high-end network management features from the RT6600ax into a more affordable price point. With powerful internal dual-band radios and a 2.5GbE LAN/WAN port, WRX560 can easily be added as a mesh node to any RT6600ax router or utilized as a standalone solution for homes and offices. HYBRID-CLOUD SERVICES Active Insight – Automated Breach And Misuse Detection Active Insight is evolving to automatically prevent user activities…

India’s premier indigenous security and surveillance product manufacturing company, Prama India has opened brand stores in Chennai and Kochi to expand its footprint in the South market region. Prama India in association with a trusted partner Pelikan Office Automation has launched its brand store on October 7, in Chennai. The inauguration of Prama Brand Store was attended by the leading dignitaries and security business community. The newly opened PRAMA brand store will help to make latest PRAMA security products available for partners in the Chennai region. Pelikan Office Automation Pvt. Ltd. is a trusted partner of Prama India, it has carved a niche in the security industry by setting a new benchmark. “We are happy to be an integral part of PRAMA brand store launch in Chennai. We are inviting all the stakeholders of the security industry in the South region to experience the wide range of indigenously manufactured PRAMA security products at our brand store. We will be happy to serve your product requirements by providing it promptly,” said S. Harish, CEO, Pelikan Office Automation Pvt. Ltd. Commenting on this momentous occasion, Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. said, “This grand store opening event signify our focus on the South region. It is a glorious moment for all the security professionals associated with Prama India. PRAMA brand store is dedicated to serve the security requirements in and around the Chennai. This is just the auspicious beginning of a journey, we will strive for exponential growth and expansion of the brand at a pan-India level. Our store is specially designed to showcase best-in-class products and solutions. He further added, “We are hopeful that the store in Chennai will be able to serve the security professionals in the Tamil Nadu region to source the latest PRAMA Security        and Video Surveillance Products. We extend our best wishes to Mr. S. Harish, Director, Pelikan Office Automation Pvt. Ltd. We hope that this initiative will help to create a new success story with PRAMA ecosystem partners.” Prama Opens Brand Store in Kochi Prama India has opened its brand store in Kochi to expand its footprint in the Kerala region.The first-of-its-kind store, located in Kochi, features PRAMA’s wide range of Video Security Products and Solutions. Prama India in association with a trusted partner OXOLAB has launched its brand store on October 18, in Kochi. The Prama Brand Store was inaugurated by Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama India Pvt. Ltd.  and Mr. Abdulla Khan, CEO, OXOLAB. The event was attended by the leading dignitaries and security business community. The newly opened PRAMA brand store at Kochi will help to showcase the latest PRAMA security products in the Kerala region. OXOLAB is a trusted partner of Prama India, it has carved a niche in the security industry by setting a new benchmark in the distribution business. “We are happy to launch the Kerala’s first PRAMA brand store in Kochi in association with Prama India. All prospective partners are welcome to experience the wide range of indigenously manufactured PRAMA security products at our brand store. We will be glad to serve your product requirements by providing it promptly,” said Abdulla Khan, CEO, OXOLAB. Commenting on this momentous occasion, Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. said, “PRAMA Brand Store is a significant step in the direction of creating new, and holistic product experiences for all the stakeholders of the security industry in the Kerala region. This grand store opening event signifies our long term focus and commitment to the partners. It is a glorious moment for all the security professionals associated with Prama India. PRAMA brand store is dedicated to serve the security requirements in and around the Kochi. This is just the auspicious beginning of a journey, we will strive for exponential growth and expansion of the brand at a Pan-India level.” He further added, “We are sure that the PRAMA store in Kochi will add value to the security professional community in the Kerala region by providing the latest PRAMA Security        and Video Surveillance Products. We extend our best wishes to Mr. Abdulla khan, CEO, OXOLAB. We hope that this initiative will help to create a new success story with PRAMA ecosystem partners.”