WHAT IS EXACTLY DIRECTIP™ ?
AT A GLANCE :
1 – Easy to install and use : DirectIP™ solutions feature a ‘plug and play’ operation with less cabling. Once installed, operation is intuitive and user friendly.
2- High performance : DirectIP™ solutions enable real-time live monitoring and simultaneous recording in full HD resolution.
3- Compatibility and integration: DirectIP™ solutions are compatible with legacy security systems, external devices and third party protocols.
4- Network operability: DirectIP™ solutions enable complete packages to work efficiently on dedicated or shared networks with rich connectivity.
5- Cost effective: Highly cost effective and affordable DirectIP™ solutions are available without license or annual maintenance fees.
DirectIP is a revolutionary rethinking of networked and high-definition video surveillance. IDIS has developed DirectIP frameworks and IP protocols that enable full functionality of each device and element of a surveillance solution across shared or dedicated networks. DirectIP tackles compatibility and the issues associated with existing protocols, which often prevent the full functionality of cameras, network video recorders (NVRs) and other network equipment from being realised.
Designed to provide a simple, yet high-performance solution, the DirectIP framework builds an entire network system from a single source supplier with the DirectIP™ suite comprising a range of IP cameras and NVRs, IDIS Center video management software (VMS) plus DirectIP switching hubs and accessories.
DirectIP now provides an easy and convenient package of products to build and operate network security systems, permitting simple configuration and installation and minimising the complexity of multiple connections, cameras, recorders and integration with third party and legacy systems delivering a complete security solution all from one single vendor. The clear and unique benefits to customers include:
* Simplicity – DirectIP is truly plug and play, offering easy installation and an intuitive user interface, switching hub and accessories, reducing and in many cases eliminating the need for costly installation and integration support.
* High Performance – DirectIP offers real-time live monitoring and recording simultaneously across multiple cameras with HD resolution and Pentaplex operation to customers.
Compatibility – Managed through IDIS Center™, DirectIP enables interoperability and supports popular third party protocols.
* Cost effectiveness – DirectIP offers NVR quality without additional cost, while it lowers installation fees, brings down training costs and requires less maintenance.
IDIS next generation DirectIP surveillance solutions meet the needs of an increasingly demanding security landscape to protect people, property and assets through flexible and cost-effective technology coupled with unrivalled performance, quality and functionality.
WHY ARE IDIS LAUNCHING THEIR OWN PRODUCTS , WHY NOT CONTINUE AS AN ODM AND SELL THROUGH EXISTING CHANNELS / CUSTOMERS ?
The shift in technology from analogue to IP surveillance is an opportunity for IDIS to branch out using its own branded solutions. No one in the industry knows our products and solutions better than IDIS and we are already, demonstrably, the leading experts in the DVR and security video recording space. In addition, the migration from analogue to IP continues to create turbulence in terms of interoperability and it is challenging as an ODM to continually develop product suites to integrate with so many different types of IP cameras, IP recorders and software all from different manufacturers without losing functionality. Hence, IDIS has developed DirectIP™ solutions so that our focus and extensive expertise is also on our own technology and its evolution. IDIS continues to work with and support our ODM partners and they remain a critical part of our business mix.
ARE DIRECTIP SOLUTIONS AVAILABLE IN OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD ?
Yes, DirectIP™ will be available through our distribution partners across Europe, Middle East and Africa and direct from IDIS. We will be launching DirectIP™ in Asia and the Americas later this year.
WHY ARE IDIS LAUNCHING DIRECTIP IN EUROPE AND NOT IN ASIA OR THE USA?
Europe is home to many leading IP video surveillance providers and is at the forefront of new and emerging technology compared with other parts of the world. Therefore, as IDIS sets out to become a leading global player for video surveillance solutions it makes sense to launch its latest innovations in Europe as well as drawing upon the resources in this market. IDIS will launch and demonstrate DirectIP solutions in Europe and take a proven and qualified solution to the Americas, which will be the next stop in promoting IDIS branded end-to-end packaged solutions as a mature player.
WHERE HAS DIRECTIP BEEN INSTALLED?
As you will see from the article released today (http://www.securitypark.co.uk/idis-dutch-supermarket-albert-heijn-rollout-directip/), the leading supermarket chain in The Netherlands, Albert Heijn Veldhoven has already begun roll out IDIS DirectIP solutions. The system is also being beta tested at sites in Korea. Other details are not yet approved for announcement or publicity. As and when we have further details approved we will make these available.
WHAT ARE THE PROCESSES FOR TESTING AND VALIDATION OF DIRECTIP SOLUTIONS?
All IDIS products are fully compliant with industry standards both in operation and in the manufacturing process, but we set our standards beyond the norm. IDIS worldwide certifications include ISO14001, ISO900, ROHS and Six Sigma. IDIS also deploys its own efficient production and quality control processes.
HOW RELEVANT IS DIRECTIP FOR CUSTOMERS OF ALL SIZES AND BUDGETS?
Small Businesses
DirectIP delivers a truly affordable video solution to small businesses—comprised of a range of cameras and four to eight channel NVRs, with simple, uncomplicated plug-and-play installation and configuration that requires little to no training.
With DirectIP, small businesses (such as retailers) can lower costs, all while realising the full benefit of HD surveillance. End-users can benefit from the flexibility of network-enabled solutions, while installers retain existing customers, without re-training or requiring complicated network knowledge or skills.
Medium-sized Businesses
DirectIP™ is the cost-effective solution for medium sized enterprises, increasing asset protection and situational awareness, while speeding up response times and the investigation of incidents. Free, bundled IDIS Center client software enables simple and cost-effective configuration, providing integration with third party systems including intruder, access or point of sale (POS) systems.
Medium-sized organisations and their installers will find a simplified security buying chain with IDIS’s single source solution, eliminating the need for expensive hardware, software licenses and associated on-going maintenance costs.
Large Enterprises
For large enterprises, IDIS will show how DirectIP provides the scalability and flexibility ideal for large-scale multi-site video surveillance at an incomparable price. As a single source solution, DirectIP significantly reduces the total cost of ownership through use of its own switching hubs, network accessories and the capability to record and store video without expensive IT storage solutions or hardware.
DirectIP™ leverages existing fibre networks without the need for third party routing and switching reducing latency and the cost of complex cabling while eliminating image degradation across the network. Inherent failover capability, condition monitoring and secure protocols make DirectIP a compliant and stable surveillance solution for large mission critical security operations.
WITHOUT EXISTING INSTALLATIONS, WHY SHOULD THE MARKET AND POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS HAVE CONFIDENCE IN THE CLAIMS IDIS MAKES?
The IDIS history of quality and demonstrated industry leadership in technological developments speak for themselves. We are not doing anything dramatically different in terms of hardware but instead offering a revolutionary new way of approaching and packaging the sale and installation of IDIS’s long-proven surveillance expertise.
The concepts behind DirectIP are revolutionary because no one has truly done them before, but not because they are risky or even unproven. The concepts are common sense and simply mirror the proven evolution in customer-focused solutions in many industries before this one.
The incredible pre-show interest and demand in DirectIP are validations of the understanding and confidence in IDIS as a proven industry leader in both quality and affordability. IDIS’s reputation and existing market presence worldwide is what validates DirectIP beyond the technical validation steps, and takes it beyond simple marketing promise.
WHAT IS IDIS CENTER™
IDIS Center is video management software (VMS), bundled as part of a DirectIP™ high-definition (HD) video surveillance solution. IDIS Center is bundled as no additional cost, providing customers with a complete VMS to install, configure, integrate and operate DirectIP solutions without any license fees or complexity.
WHAT MAKES IDIS CENTER BETTER THAN THE TRADITIONAL UNDERSTANDING OF VMS?
IDIS Center provides customers with plug-and-play management software to install and operate network cameras, network video recorders and servers.
Through an intuitive user interface very similar to that of traditional analogue systems, IDIS Center™ users are able to view live video and playback simultaneously. IDIS Center™ also provides real-time event notification to improve incident response times as well as a panic recording feature.
The system provides easy and fast installation and configuration of up to 1024 devices. IDIS Center simply and automatically find DirectIP cameras connected to DirectIP NVRs with no requirement to find and match IP addresses or configure settings. This simple and easy functionality enables hassle-free installation as well as maintenance via remote software upgrades, all while being bundled, at no additional cost, with DirectIP solutions—coming ready to configure and use with minimal effort.
ARE THERE ANY KEY DISTRIBUTOR PARTNERSHIPS FOR DIRECTIP YET?
On April 18, 2013, IDIS has announced the opening of a distributor network based out of Dongen in the Netherlands providing regional business operations to support DirectIP™ solutions. Known as IDIS Benelux BV, the network offers customers a direct and local operation for DirectIP sales, service and technical support across Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Our existing network of distribution partners has already expressed a strong interest in selling and marketing DirectIP solutions and announcements are expected to follow in 2013.
WHERE CAN I CONTINUE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT IDIS AND DIRECTIP?
General Information: info@idisglobal.com
Further information is also available on the IDIS website and via our social media channels.
Web Site
www.idisglobal.com
Social media
Facebook: www.facebook.com/idisglobal
Twitter: www.twitter.com/idisglobal
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/idis-global
The post IDIS : DirectIP™, the next generation HD surveillance – Q&A appeared first on SecurityPark.