Building a commercial CCTV system
Modern surveillance stacks combine IP cameras, NVR storage, PoE switches and structured cabling. For retail, warehouses and offices, prioritise camera resolution, low-light performance and retention requirements before choosing brands.
Component checklist
- Cameras — dome, bullet or turret based on mounting location
- Recorders — NVR sized for camera count and retention days
- Networking — PoE switch with uplink capacity for video traffic
- Storage — surveillance-grade drives where supported
Working with a supplier
Integrators should confirm firmware regions, warranty and spare stock. Request project BOMs for multi-site rollouts and formal quotes for tender submissions.
