5 Reasons You Should Be Using Security Cameras at Your Business

Smart companies use video surveillance systems to enhance their business and reduce costs due to employee theft and burglary.  If you have ever considered security cameras for your business, keep reading.  Below we explore some specific reasons why every business owner should have a security camera.

1. It Provides Video Evidence of Crimes

Having a security camera installed at your business will provide much needed video evidence of any crimes that occur on the property. This will be essential to a potential court case that involves criminal charges. Video footage of the criminal action will be very helpful in assisting police in their investigation. The video footage will also make it easier to successfully file and process an insurance claim in order to receive financial compensation for damages and stolen property. The installation of a security camera might even lower the cost of your business's insurance premium as it is considered to be a pro-active preventative security measure.

2. It Makes Potential Criminals Aware of Surveillance

The mere presence of a security camera will intimidate many potential criminals. They'll likely have second thoughts when considering whether to break in, steal or damage your property. Simply put, a security camera is a significant crime deterrent. Most thieves and vandals want a quick and easy heist or target that poses little to no risk. If you have a security camera prominently affixed to your building, criminals will likely go elsewhere to commit their debauchery.

3. It Provides Peace of Mind

A security camera will significantly reduce your stress levels. You'll be able to sleep peacefully at night knowing that there is a watchful eye looking over your property. Your employees will also feel much more safe while at work if there is a security camera recording all of the activity around (or inside) the building. This extra layer of security provides much needed peace of mind for you, your employees and your valued customers.

4. It Increases Employee Productivity

A video recording system will significantly boost your business's productivity. Your employees will likely work harder and show up on time when they see a camera on the premises. They'll be less likely to steal and give special favors to customers if they know that they are being constantly  monitored. They'll also take fewer breaks, shorter lunches and conduct themselves much more professionally while on the clock. If your employees are electronically surveilled, management will be liberated to do much more meaningful work than constantly monitoring employee behavior.

5. It Supplements Other Security Measures

Sometimes an alarm or a daytime security guard will not sufficiently protect your property. Alarms can be disabled and they can also malfunction. A security guard is prone to human error and is quite expensive compared to most technological solutions. A camera will supplement your existing security to add that extra layer of much needed security. Why rely on only one safety measure? There really is safety in numbers when it comes to protecting your business. An alarm merely alerts authorities to the fact that there might be some sort of criminal activity happening at your business. Is that really enough to keep the property secure? A security camera will record exactly what happens on the property and tells you exactly when the activity happened. A security camera is the final piece of your business security puzzle.