In 2017, the global market for enterprise and IP storage used for video surveillance is estimated to reach just under $2.5 billion. Part of this growth is due to end users seeing an increase usage of business intelligence applications and the video surveillance can help protect from frivolous lawsuits. These benefits lead to an increase on return on investment.
The network video surveillance market is transitioning to a less complex product. Easy installation will be a key requirement for the network video surveillance market to win business that usually use analog domain. Existing analog systems can be upgraded and either maintained or configured to a fully networked system.
Megapixel cameras used in businesses can help minimize incidents of theft or fraud because of the improved image detail. Increases in computer power and improvements in network speed without having to replace it saves money. These are examples of how the IP systems are saving companies money and proving the value of the systems.
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