Our solution offers a number of distinct features that aren't typically found with traditional CCTV solutions. These include fibre connectivity; the storage of feed; maintenance of cameras and infrastructure; unique Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) software and more. Have a read through the table below as we compare the Vumacam solution to traditional surveillance packages.
Read more on what questions you should be asking when looking for CCTV surveillance options here:
How do I know which solution to choose?
WHAT YOU GET |
VUMACAM |
TRADITIONAL |
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT |
Guaranteed camera uptime |
Yes |
Normally not monitored |
Know when your cameras are down and trust that they are working when you need them to be |
SLA |
Yes |
No |
Know what you are paying for at all times |
Reporting on uptime |
Yes |
No |
Know monthly what performance is, and how you are tracking according to SLA. Be notified of any downtime, so you don’t only find out when an incident occurs that the camera is not working. |
Maintenance and fixes |
Included - Strict turnaround times to adhere to 96% SLA uptime. Replacement stock always on hand. Dedicated maintenance teams |
Days or weeks – including the extra cost for replacement of faulty equipment |
Extra cost involved in repairing/replacing equipment. Time delay in repairing = camera down – ordering extra stock, reconfiguring, resuming service |
Insurance |
Yes – Included |
At your cost |
For injuries and replacement kit in a disaster |
LPR network |
Vast |
Access to only your cameras |
LPR functionality, integrated with multiple databases, across an extensive network, allowing access to vehicles of interest across the entire network |
Storage of Feed |
Secure storage in a Tiere-3 datacentre, built specifically for CCTV feed, best price point |
Local |
Datacentre storage is accessible from any connection is not subject to interference and is secure and not at risk of local disturbance (NVR being stolen, broken) |
Consideration for regulatory compliance (privacy, POPIA, impact on ongoing investigations) |
Yes |
Seldom |
Ensures strict compliance and adherence to regulations and privacy concerns |
Connectivity to the camera pole |
Fibre |
Various |
Consistent, reliable feed, no interruptions, good bandwidth –ensures efficient throughput and dependable service |
Connection redundancy/Firewalls/ Security |
Yes |
N/A |
Compliance and access security, redundant connectivity to data centre |
Server and software solutions |
Managed and monitored server environment Milestone = world class video management system |
Disparate systems |
Integrates with chosen analytics software all in one view (no need to move from system to system) |
Sensor in pole |
Yes |
N/A |
Know when power is down, when the temperature will impact the outcome, when a pole moves = impact view |
Power backup |
Yes |
N/A |
If the power to a pole goes down our sensor will alert us, there is redundancy in place to address the issue before the feed is lost |
Research & Development |
Continuous |
No |
Continually determining optimal specifications AND fine-tuning model and solution |
Technology upgrades |
Included at no extra cost |
Extra cost |
As technology advances you want your solution to keep up to date, and not have to incur extra cost to keep abreast |
Footage Requests |
Portal for requests |
Manual |
Ease and regulatory compliance of retrieval increase efficiency and usability in court |
Capital Outlay |
No –monthly cost for access to feed |
Yes |
Do you want to have the headache of raising capital, owning equipment, maintaining kit, ensuring you have extra cash on hand to pay for replacement cost? |
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