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AI vs Legacy VMS: What Modern Security Systems Add
What is a video management system?
A video management system (VMS) is software that lets a team record, manage and play back video from security cameras. It acts as a central hub for a camera network, so staff can view current and recorded video from different locations.
The limits of watching screens
A traditional VMS records well, but it relies on people watching the screens. Staff can't watch all cameras at once. A moment on a camera no one is looking at can be missed.
What AI security software adds
Noticing moments
VOLT is built to notice moments: a fall, a possible fight, someone where they shouldn't be. VOLT detects possible handguns, long guns, and knives visible to the camera. VOLT keeps visually tracking a person by appearance after they've been identified with a visible weapon, even once the weapon is hidden.
How a moment is reviewed
A VOLT reviewer checks a moment by default before staff are notified. VOLT notifies the people you choose. The alert names what was seen and where; the email and the VOLT app show the camera view.
Working with existing systems
VOLT works with existing IP cameras. VOLT works with CENTEGIX and supports SAML SSO for staff sign-in.
Privacy
VOLT does not use facial recognition. VOLT does not put a name on anyone.
Comparison at a glance
| Legacy VMS | AI security software (VOLT) | |
|---|---|---|
| Noticing a moment | Staff watching screens | VOLT notices moments and passes them on |
| Review | Staff judge what they see | Checked by a VOLT reviewer by default |
| Who hears about it | Whoever is watching | The people on your plan |
| Cameras | Depends on the system | Existing IP cameras |
| Identity | Depends on the system | No facial recognition |
When to choose AI security software
If your team wants to hear about moments on camera, not only find them in playback, AI security software can help. A traditional VMS is built for recording and review. VOLT surfaces a moment; your people decide what happens next.
Conclusion
A VMS remains a useful tool for recording and reviewing video. AI security software adds a way to notice moments on camera and get them to the right person on your team. If you want to see how that would look at your school, book a demo with VOLT.
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