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By TD SYNNEX

Building security has been revolutionized by advancements in technology like video management systems (VMS) and artificial intelligence (AI) that enhance surveillance capabilities and operational efficiency. Technology professionals are increasingly turning to these systems to deliver smarter, more efficient and scalable solutions.
VMS platforms with AI plug-ins enable real-time monitoring and automatic detection of suspicious activities. From identifying unauthorized access and loitering to recognizing aggressive behavior, software can trigger alerts instantly, allowing security personnel to respond quickly and effectively. They also provide a centralized interface for managing video feeds across multiple locations, simplifying operations and ensuring comprehensive coverage.

VMS solutions are designed to be scalable and adaptable, making them suitable for a wide range of facilities, from small buildings to large campuses. The ability to integrate a variety of camera types, analytics tools and other security devices with existing systems ensures that organizations can continuously improve their security without having to start over with new installations.

TD SYNNEX isn’t just a value-added reseller, but also an expert in physical building security and cybersecurity. From media servers to cameras to advanced VMS and AI solutions, TD SYNNEX has a comprehensive catalog of products and services that can support integrators and end user customers in designing and installing security solutions that protect people, assets and data. One of TD SYNNEX’s key security manufacturer partners is Milestone.

Milestone XProtect

Milestone XProtect is a powerful and scalable Video Management Software (VMS) designed to enhance physical security in buildings and campuses. It provides real-time monitoring, intelligent analytics and secure video storage, helping security teams proactively detect threats, investigate incidents faster and maintain a safe environment for students, employees and visitors.

With real-time monitoring and situational awareness, XProtect provides live video feeds from multiple cameras accessible from security control rooms, mobile devices or remote locations. This flexibility enables security personnel to quickly assess and respond to potential threats like unauthorized access, loitering or suspicious activity. It can connect up to 14,000 cameras to a single system.

XProtect’s access control and intrusion detection integration offers seamless coordination between video surveillance and access control systems. By integrating with alarms and access control systems, XProtect can automatically trigger alerts based on unusual activities such as forced door entry or unauthorized access attempts. This approach improves perimeter security, reduces response times and strengthens access management within restricted areas.

Privacy and cybersecurity are central to XProtect’s design, with features like role-based access control, end-to-end encryption and compliance with data protection regulations. These measures ensure that video footage is accessible only to authorized personnel, safeguarding privacy and meeting the strict requirements of corporate security guidelines and school safety policies.

XProtect also ensures system reliability and availability through redundant servers, failover recording and cloud-based storage options. This robust architecture guarantees that critical video footage remains accessible even during hardware failures or network disruptions, providing organizations with dependable security coverage at all times.

Milestone Husky IVO: High-Performance Video Surveillance Appliances

The Milestone Husky IVO series offers powerful, pre-configured video surveillance appliances optimized for seamless integration with Milestone XProtect. Designed for reliability, scalability and efficiency, these appliances deliver plug-and-play simplicity, robust cybersecurity and high storage capacity.

Built specifically for XProtect VMS, Husky IVO appliances simplify setup and maximize performance, providing a ready-to-use security solution. Available in various models from entry-level to enterprise-grade, they cater to diverse security needs, ensuring organizations only pay for the capacity they require.

Reliability is ensured through RAID storage, redundant power supplies and failover capabilities, providing continuous video recording even during system failures. Enhanced cybersecurity measures, including secure boot and data encryption, protect sensitive footage and ensure regulatory compliance.

Efficient storage and bandwidth management further optimize costs, using high-capacity local storage and advanced compression technologies to preserve high-quality video for forensic use. The Milestone Husky IVO series delivers reliable, scalable and efficient solutions for security infrastructure of all sizes.

AI Plug-ins for Milestone XProtect

Through TD SYNNEX, two AI camera plug-ins are available for use with Milestone XProtect—the Hanwha Vision AI Camera Plug-in and the IronYun Vaidio AI Vision Platform. Both enhance the XProtect VMS by offering such features as a Google-like video search, person detection, facial detection, vehicle and license plate detection and real-time alerts. They are able to detect attributes of people such as gender, age, upper and lower garment color detection, whether a person is wearing glasses or a face mask and more. In addition to license plate detection, the plug-ins can also detect vehicle color and type (e.g., sedan, truck, bus, bicycle).

The Hanwhat Vision AI Camera Plug-in is installed at the camera level, working across a variety of camera types (including domes, bullets and box cameras for both indoor and outdoor use). This is a great option for faster and easier installation and deployment.

The IronYun Vaidio AI Vision Platform is a software and hardware combination solution that’s deployed at the head-end of a system on a bridge or computer. This is an ideal option for customers that want more customization in what the AI plug-in adds to their VMS.

Conclusion

AI-enhanced video management systems like Milestone XProtect are rapidly becoming essential tools for building security. These technologies empower organizations to safeguard their facilities more effectively and efficiently. As the technology continues to evolve, customers that work with trusted partners and security experts like TD SSYNNEX and Milestone can be assured that they are making the best and safest choice.