Once upon a time, surveillance cameras were just that which is officially starting to change.

FREMONT, CA: Gone are the days when offices set up a few security cameras connected to Wi-Fi, with a dedicated security professional sitting in front of a monitor throughout the day and looking for unusual behavior every second. Smart surveillance is here to change the game! The high tech boom has entered the security industry as security systems are selling into billions each year. Take a look at these new entrants that are capturing the attention of modern CIOs.

• Two-Way Talk

Cameras do not just see anymore but, they can talk as well!. Today's advanced technology is allowing cameras to speak, especially for business owners to communicate with their employees. There is also potential to use the two-way talk feature to scare off an intruder without approaching them in person.

• 360 Degree View

Once upon a time pixilation was the only high-tech feature that security cameras had. But today, the buzz is all about how far cameras have their view in different directions. Many cameras installed in workplaces, these days, have 130-degree view allowing for reasonably comprehensive coverage of a place when installed in a corner. But those business leaders who really want to take things up a notch are considering the 360-degree field of view. It promises complete visibility of the place where it is installed.

• Night Vision and Radio Frequency Surveillance

Night vision capabilities are addressing the concern by providing users with cameras that can see just as well in the dark as they can survey in daylight. These cameras can survive challenging weather conditions. They have moisture-resistant and durable exteriors to resist high water, or night by giving users the option to capture surveillance footages.

Besides, there is all-weather radio frequency surveillance, which offers radio frequency detection to help spot intruders. These systems can work in dense fog, rain, and other weather conditions and can spot intrusions at night with no available lighting.

• High Definition Video

The new surveillance cameras offer for large companies wanting to see more in detail their security systems high definition outputs. This camera feeds shows four times the number of pixels of even a 1080p high definition video system. With such clarity, security teams can better identify threats. Wi-Fi security cameras have motion-detecting sensors that automatically prompt the unit to start recording when it detects movement and also send users a notification if it detects any.

• Smartphone Integration

It is a familiar scene where police officers huddle in a company's room, reviewing footage from multiple cameras on different screens. But this image may soon be replaced with officers and business owners seizing smartphones, instead. That is because modern surveillance systems are sending the surveillance feeds directly to the user's smartphone. It enables the users to change the angle of the camera to scan even more of the area in question. Traditional corporate security systems use hard-wired cameras scattered around a building that tap into a computer terminal or security station. Security teams can use finger gestures to pan and tilt in a 360-degree view around the building and check things are intact.

• Solar Power Integration

Many businesses drop off the idea of installing surveillance systems because wired systems rely on laying costly cables. By powering cameras with solar energy and connecting them to wireless networks, CIOs are hoping to make security cameras more accessible for businesses. Tech companies are creating cameras that are specifically designed for perimeter security and has solar-powered batteries that can continuously run and be recharged many times.

• Facial Recognition and Voice Control

A security camera with facial recognition feature allows the CIOs to identify employees and send out personalized updates on their activities at the workplace. The camera doesn't just recognize familiar faces, but it also notifies users if a stranger attempts to enter the space. Along with this, voice control technology allows for completely hands-free management of security cameras and their related systems. From turning on the camera to locking up, the office security officers can make it all happen at the sound of their voice.

• Video Surveillance as a Service

Although Video surveillance as a Service does not directly relate to camera technology, it stands as one of the crucial innovations that involve bundling video surveillance as a cloud service, deployed with hardware by the corporate clients. This makes monitoring easier to manage and makes the entire process more secure.

Video surveillance tools have become a vital tool to incorporate security as they can keep an eye on the events and happenings in the workplace. Many business owners today demand the convenience and ease of accessing live surveillance even while they are away from the site. From solar integration to two-way talk feature and facial recognition functionalities, the security cameras of today are mobilizing a high-tech renaissance in the security industry. Enterprises are making considerable progress in exploiting these innovations. An advanced video surveillance system that has the latest technology can certainly provide more security to businesses. Business leaders are making it a point to understand and study these innovations before opting additions for video surveillance.