Many business owners in McAllen invest in high-end surveillance hardware only to realize, after an incident occurs, that the critical moment happened in a blind spot or was obscured by poor lighting. This false sense of security is a common trap. Having cameras mounted on your building does not necessarily mean you have a functional security system. A "set it and forget it" approach often fails because architectural changes, improper mounting heights, or inadequate lens selection prevent the system from capturing usable data.

A commercial video surveillance system is only as effective as the planning behind the lens. A proactive field of view (FOV) assessment and professional installation help you collect evidence rather than just footage.  

 This summer, a spree of burglaries and robberies affected businesses in the Rio Grande Valley. Some of these businesses were hit multiple times. In response, companies throughout the valley, including McAllen, TX, are searching for solutions. How can they proactively protect their businesses, customers, and staff? And why aren’t traditional commercial video surveillance systems working? 

Here, we'll explore the answers to those all-important questions.