The principal reason for CCTV surveillance is to spot and discourage any prohibited activities. It is by conventional video cameras spread over a large urban radius. This feed provides visual real-time access to what is happening where the CCTV is installed.

A fully operational CCTV camera system comprises high-resolution cameras supported by recording devices and motion detectors along with IP (Internet Protocol) addresses or connectable via a standard network with the software unit performing video analytics functions. The cameras have motion detectors that allow an evening vision type of operation, or zoom-equipped lights and sound systems that make them very useful in different conditions. An alarm or an access control unit can be synchronized with these systems for a solution-to-safety comprehensive apparatus.

CCTV systems do more than merely strengthen security. They enhance efficiency and decision-making across a number of sectors. Retailers use these systems as a tool to analyze shopper behavior that will permit the owners to optimize store layouts and avoid shoplifting incidents. It is also useful in watching production lines to make sure that quality standards are adhered to and the workers are not harmed. Educational institutions use CCTV to keep disorder down and protect both students and staff.

On the other hand, when advanced video analytics are embedded into the CCTV systems, this integrated package gives intelligent advancements like facial recognition, license-plate identification, and heat mapping. All these features have enhanced the utility of CCTV systems and have become an advanced observation solution bringing intelligence at the doorstep of everyday security and operations practices.