Ensuring the security of restaurants as well as offering unified management for this food chain is critical. The priority in security for Burger King is to have a centralised platform that supports real-time viewing of CCTV images and high definition retrieval in order to centrally manage the surveillance systems in different restaurants. The objective is that security staff working in the dedicated Control Rooms can easily come to terms with the security status at each outlet in real-time.
In addition, absolute security of the restaurants outside of normal opening hours is critical. Burger King decided to use DS-8000HCI Series DVRs from Hikvision to secure its premises. These DVRs boast a maximum 16-channel video and audio input, while 12-channel, 8-channel and 4-channel inputs are also available options for the end user.
Using the most advanced H.264 ACE (Advanced Code Efficiency) video compression algorithm, the product offers high-definition video quality with resolutions up to 4CIF. Stable and reliable operation is offered, particularly over a long period of time, which dramatically reduces the maintenance cost.
Security on a 24/7 basis
The security of Burger King’s restaurants on a 24/7 basis is addressed. As soon as an unusual event (for example the unauthorised access of customers or stock going missing) occurs in the restaurant at night when no personnel are available, alerts will immediately be triggered and delivered to the Control Room. Operators can then ascertain whether there is a genuine threat by accessing the video, and then make a choice as to whether or not they should call for police support on site.
During working hours, alerts may be sent straight to the in-store security personnel who can then take the necessary steps if there’s an emergency.
All you need to know about… Hikvision
Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co is a leading supplier of digital video surveillance products. Headquarterd in China, the company boasts three decades of experience in the research and development of video technology.
From A/V compression boards, embedded network DVRs and multi-purpose digital video servers through to networked front-end products such as IP cameras and IP speed domes, the company provides an dvanced H.264 solution for digital surveillance industry based on its owned patented algorithms.
