Deter: The most important feature of an outdoor perimeter security solution is its ability to deter crime. When no crime is committed, operations can continue to run smoothly, no time is wasted on paperwork and repairs, no money is lost due to theft or vandalism, and no delays occur. Outdoor security measures that businesses can use to deter crime include visible security cameras, “Live surveillance” signs, fences, and bright lights during off-hours.
Detect: If a malicious person tries to break into your property, it is critical that your outdoor perimeter security solution detects the attempt and immediately alerts your security personnel. This way, the crime can be stopped before it causes any harm. For example, the camera AI detects suspicious behaviour and sends a real-time alarm to the monitoring center.
Deny: A good outdoor perimeter security solution allows you to deny unauthorized individuals access. For example, security operators at the monitoring center can remotely check visitors’ ID and grant or deny access using two-way audio and one-way video at gates or entrances.
Delay: Outdoor perimeter solutions must also impede intruders in the process of breaking in. This allows time for the security devices to detect the burglars and for law enforcement to arrive at the scene. Examples of perimeter solutions that could delay criminals include robust metal fences and strong locks.
Defend: The ultimate objective of implementing outdoor perimeter security measures is to defend one’s property from all external threats. For instance, security cameras and remote video monitoring enable security operators at the monitoring center to conduct voice talk-down interventions, thereby discouraging the majority of intruders.