What is a Video Surveillance System, Really?

You don’t have to look very hard to find a surveillance camera. They’re ubiquitous at intersections, on storefronts, in domes on supermarket ceilings, at offices and schools and hospitals — according to some sources, the average American is recorded on video more than 50 times every day. Video surveillance technology, like the rest of the … Read more

How Do You Justify a Video Surveillance Solution?

More and more, the first question that an officer or investigator will ask after an incident is “do you have video footage?” It’s easy to see why—the camera is an unbiased witness who never blinks. Preventative and forensic video is one of the most effective tools an agency can utilize. Video Evidence Surveillance video is … Read more

How Cameras Become Mission Essential

When considering the acquisition and deployment of a municipal surveillance system, the core question needs to be, “Has the need for reliable delivery of live and recorded surveillance video become essential for keeping my community safe?” In most cases, the answer is yes. In the YouTube age, when seeing is believing and video evidence reigns … Read more

Is Your Community as Safe as Possible?

A good surveillance system is, at its core, about keeping communities safe: citizens, schools, officers, and buildings and public spaces. These are all important components of a healthy community environment, but it’s crucial to implement a model of proactive response — that means understanding the situation and reacting in the best and quickest way, the … Read more

How Technology Can Help Keep Your Community Safe

Improving the quality of life of every citizen is a universal goal of city officials and employees. Citizens want and deserve to feel confident about their safety, both inside their homes and out in their community. Public perception of a city’s crime statistics and response can either bolster or erode the public’s confidence in their … Read more

Leverage Information Systems Announces Gold Level Partnership With MISAC Organization

Leverage Information Systems has become a Gold Level Strategic Partner with the MISAC Organization.  MISAC is the acronym for the Municipal Information Systems Association of California which is comprised of IT Professionals from Public Agencies throughout the State of California.  The goal of MISAC is to promote the understanding and strategic use of information technology … Read more