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When the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) decided to expand their rail lines in 2013, they knew that their surveillance systems would need a major upgrade to keep both passengers and property safe and secure. An open platform video management software (VMS) solution and flexible storage proved to be the clear choice to efficiently support a growing public transit system as new business opportunities came to the region. Challenge: safe public transit sets the stage Local leaders know that a top-notch public transit system makes a region more desirable to relocating businesses. And while accessibility is foremost, security is of immense importance, with passengers placing a premium on safe transportation. The right choice was a VMS that was much more flexible and efficient In 2014, the UTA was building a new transit line and was eager to display an improved surveillance system to state dignitaries. Their video security system needed upgrading from one that was limited by the capacities of its servers, to accommodate a 500-camera expansion. The right choice was a VMS that was much more flexible and efficient. Solution: centralized expansion is on track: Milestone XProtect® VMS platform Network cameras from Axis, Panasonic, IQeye, and DW® HP servers from BCDVideo Implementation by Diamond Partner Stone Security Flexible software design to further expand the system Milestone VMS supports many different kinds of cameras and allows more devices on platforms while centralizing the control system. The security camera views are accessible by dispatch, commuter, rail control centers, and other authorized users. The 1000+ camera system as of 2015 operated with nine HP servers (eight for recording and one for management). With this system in place, UTA could expand to 2,000 cameras or more. Result: staying ahead and following up Milestone marries two critical components: a centralized system and a lot of diversity in its deployment Milestone marries two critical components: a centralized system and a lot of diversity in its deployment. The open platform provides a best-of-breed software integration model and ensures that UTA isn’t tied to any one technology, accommodating future growth. The significant improvement in video quality made it easier to monitor and investigate any adverse events. The system function called Evidence Lock allows extension of the retention time for video recordings from selected cameras. And the encrypted video footage has authenticated time stamps, which is useful when exporting video to be presented in court. The use of Milestone technology had a positive financial impact for UTA. Gate arms at rail crossings frequently get damaged or broken off by motor vehicles. Prior to the Milestone installation, these costly incidents would often go unresolved. The new camera deployments helped police to follow up on incidents and even recoup damages. Preventing serious incidents The Milestone VMS lets staff check the alarm by accessing the video remotely, saving time and money UTA equipped its system with monitoring alarms in 19 locations, mostly in remote buildings that require navigating through difficult terrain. The Milestone VMS lets staff check the alarm by accessing the video remotely, saving time and money. The system has also been used to prevent serious incidents. When a driver failed to report his truck stalled on a train track, the incident was observed in the VMS by a UTA technician who notified rail authorities. In that instance, Milestone helped avert a serious and potentially life-threatening accident. “Milestone has saved us tens of thousands of dollars by allowing us to better monitor and investigate transit incidents and accidents.” - Video Security Administrator, UTA.

Financial institutions of all sizes demand simple, reliable solutions to protect against fraud, theft, and accidents in the workplace. Advancements in camera resolution and storage capabilities have put pressure on banks and credit unions to upgrade their video surveillance systems. Upgrading to a modern, economical NVR server will greatly increase system performance and scalability for small-budget projects with benefits seen across both loss prevention and business insights. Reliable High Performance However, not all banks have the same security budget as large institutions. This makes high-power, custom-built solutions seem unrealistic; however, small projects featuring bandwidth limitations need to retain the ability to scale up depending on future surveillance demands. Before any system expansion can occur, reliable high-performance must be established. White-box solutions compromise quality and underperform when exposed to the tough requirements of the financial security market. Fortunately, custom-built, video-optimized solutions are not exclusive to large multinational financial institutions. Network Architecture When upgrading an ineffective digital security system, a new network architecture needs to be created. Usually, this means switching from DVR to NVR servers. As a result, network switches attach to the camera allowing for easier future system expansion. Along with the newly gained scalability, throughput performance on servers can achieve significantly higher levels.BCDVideo offers servers, networking and workstations that provide enterprise-quality performance for all financial projects, regardless of size Implementing a complete video solution with high-performance servers, modern networking protocols and powerful workstations in financial institutions is now possible, even for small projects. BCDVideo offers servers, networking and workstations that provide enterprise-quality performance for all financial projects, regardless of size. The Benchmark Magazine 2016 Infrastructure award winner Aurora Server Series earns its name by marking the dawn of a new era in DVR replacement. Small-budget projects that have previously succumbed to the pressure of sacrificing quality for short-term savings now have access to servers with redundant power, 12Gbps RAID controller with 2GB of Flash Based Write Cache, hot-pluggable helium hard drive, and 10,000 PassMark rated CPUs. These big project features fit price-conscious budgets while maintaining the high-performance found in enterprise surveillance. BCDVideo Titan Networking The Titan Networking Series is priced well below standard to ensure project size and scope does not prevent an integrator from deploying a complete networking solution. Without the added cost of a networking engineer, savings reach into the thousands. Additionally, by using cutting-edge technology like Shortest Path Bridging, Titan switches, backed by a five-year, on-site warranty, will run at a high-level for years. The Gamma Series workstations fill the void in commercial and enterprise environments. Ideal for access control and IP video surveillance, they are powerful enough to render high-quality megapixel images for applications running 24/7. Optimized for advanced graphics and video capabilities, smaller projects can use the Gamma Series as both a video recorder and viewer.

Omnilert, a pioneer in AI-powered active shooter prevention technology, today announced a significant expansion of its Secure Schools Grant Program in response to overwhelming demand from schools and universities nationwide. Originally intended to support 20 schools, the program will now provide 50 schools across the United States with three years of free access to Omnilert's AI Gun Detection, the company's AI-driven firearm detection solution. This expansion is made possible in part through a partnership with BCD, a leading provider of purpose-built video surveillance hardware. As the official hardware sponsor for the program, BCD will supply the required hardware infrastructure at no cost to participating schools, enabling faster deployments and further reducing financial barriers for school districts. School gun violence "The overwhelming response to the grant program made one thing clear: schools across the country are actively seeking better ways to protect their students," said Dave Fraser, CEO of Omnilert. "We couldn't turn away schools that are taking a stand for safety. Expanding this program is more than a response—it's a reflection of our mission to stamp out school gun violence through innovation and action." "We are proud to partner with Omnilert on this critical initiative," said Jim Gross, CEO of BCD. "Enabling schools to quickly deploy cutting-edge safety technology is one of the most meaningful ways we can use our expertise to make a real difference." Diverse schools selected The 50 selected schools represent a diverse mix of public, private, urban, suburban, and rural institutions united by one goal: ensuring a safer learning environment for students and staff. Each grant recipient will receive: A three-year no-cost license for Omnilert Gun Detect Expert support for system deployment and setup Staff training and ongoing customer success services Seamless integration with existing security and emergency systems Omnilert Gun Detect uses advanced AI to monitor existing security cameras and instantly detect visible firearms, sending real-time alerts to enable rapid response—often before a shot is ever fired. Kickoff webinars for the awarded schools begin in late June, with installations scheduled in phases throughout the summer and fall of 2025.