Advancements in cloud technology will continue to shape surveillance systems in the coming years. In fact, according to research by Gartner, it’s predicted that worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services will total $723.4 billion in 2025.
Cloud technology is accelerating, mainly due to advancements in data storage, video analytics, and remote access. This brings great benefits to the surveillance industry, enabling systems that are more secure, effective—and more accessible.
Cloud technology offers a range of services that allow systems to be more scalable and cost-efficient and increase the effectiveness of remote monitoring. One essential service is cloud storage, where data is saved and maintained on offsite servers and accessed via the Internet. This ensures great flexibility and allows you to easily enhance your system with cloud capabilities that match your specific needs. For instance, it can be used as primary storage or as a backup for recovery purposes. It can also ensure your data is always accessible and continuously replicated in real-time for redundancy purposes. This offers great value and means you can always operate your system even if your primary storage is down.
Trouble-free service that’s easily accessible
Cloud storage services are easy to setup and deploy. And they’re fully maintained—everything is taken care of from setup, hosting, and delivery to services and system updates—so you don’t have to worry. Cloud storage data is accessible over the internet making it easy for users to access it at any time, from anywhere.
A high-security option
Cloud storage offers a high-security option, both from a physical and a cybersecurity perspective. Servers are physically located offsite in protected premises, so even if there’s an incident on your premises, your data is still safeguarded and always available. Plus, there are rigorous systems in place for data protection and backup. For example, access is tightly controlled and protected with two-factor authentication and there’s usually regular security audits. In addition, your system is kept up to date and data is encrypted to provide essential security benefits and enhance compliance with data protection laws and standards such as GDPR and ISO 27001.
Store your data in your preferred region
Stored data is often replicated across multiple remote servers, and users are free to choose in which region to store their data. This decision will depend on specific residency and compliance requirements. For instance, some data residency and localization laws require data to be stored within the country or region to streamline compliance.
Better cost control
Usually subscription-based, cloud storage offers great scalability allowing users to increase or decrease their storage as their needs change. This approach can be more cost-effective for organizations as it reduces the need to purchase and maintain storage infrastructure. In addition, cloud storage services often use technologies that ensure the continuous amount of data streamed is kept to a minimum, reducing bandwidth costs.
Safeguard your video in the cloud
Cloud storage offers simpler setup, easy scalability, and advanced security for surveillance solutions. Not only is it a secure way of storing data, it’s also accessible from anywhere, making it even easier to stay in control. With the growing demand for cloud-based solutions and services, one thing’s for sure— cloud computing is forming an essential part of the surveillance industry.
Get started with cloud storage today
AXIS Camera Station Cloud Storage is a good option for organizations wanting to embrace cloud technology and improve the effectiveness of their surveillance solution. This fully maintained, easy-to-deploy service offers secure storage redundancy in the cloud, so your recordings are always available when you need them. All video data is stored encrypted in your selected region and password-protected with two-factor authentication. It’s easily accessible anytime, from anywhere. And Axis will manage the cloud setup and take care of everything for you. It’s available with a time-based subscription, granting you continuous updates and supported service on an annual basis for your selected cameras.
